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Hogs & Quiches & Prayers Round-up:  Pray for a Soldier  |
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soapmommy60543
True Blue Farmgirl
2197 Posts
Ann
Oswego
IL
USA
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 Posted - Dec 10 2012 : 4:36:26 PM
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While we should ALWAYS keep ALL our men and women in uniform in our prayers, this soldier needs some extra prayers...
A friend of mine is married to an airman who is stationed at Schofield in Hawaii. One of the young men in his unit was just hit with the bad news that his mom (a single mother) had passed away. Now this guy really is just a kid of 20. Imagine living half-way around the world when you get this kind of news - how horrible!
So it gets worse!
Turns out, he has twin 9-yr-old sisters. Who are now coming to live with him in Hawaii. Because he is their legal guardian.
This has to be so traumatic for all involved. These girls literally have to leave almost everything behind them for a new life, without their mom, half-way around the world. This boy, who is a newlywed, will now become a dad to his sisters.
Fortunately, my friend has organized a fundraiser so the young couple can have $$$ to buy beds, clothing, etc., for the girls. She has raised over $3,000 so far, which is really awesome!
But...
This newly rearranged family will still need lots and lots of prayers. So, I'm putting them on my prayer chain, and I'm asking every prayer warrior I know to do the same. Add them to your praises and prayers at church, call your family, your friends, your neighbors.
I want these kids to be literally bathed in prayer, to be lifted up when they are down so low. And I knew I could count on my farmgirl sisters on this one!
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Emily Anna
True Blue Farmgirl
863 Posts
Emily
Fort Atkinson
WI
USA
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Posted - Dec 10 2012 : 5:55:45 PM
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Said a prayer and will continue to pray for them. I can't imagine how hard it is to lose a parent and then have to be uprooted from everything they know. I'm glad that they will be able to be together during this tough time, but I know it will be tough for everyone involved for the big change.
How very nice of your friend to have raised such a substantial amount of money for them.
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laurentany
True Blue Farmgirl
3259 Posts
Laurie
Patchogue
NY
USA
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Posted - Dec 10 2012 : 6:46:06 PM
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Praying for this young soldier and his little sisters, and his new wife. My heart breaks just thinking about this situation for them. I pray that God will Bless him with the wisdom he needs to step in and become somewhat of a father figure to these two little girls. God Bless him and his wife with much Love, Peace and Comfort during this difficult transition.
Hugs,
~Laurie
"Little Hen House on the Island"
Farmgirl Sister#1403
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prariehawk
True Blue Farmgirl
2914 Posts
Cindy
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Posted - Dec 10 2012 : 8:25:49 PM
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That would be so tough for a young soldier. Praying this newly made family finds their way.
Cindy
"Vast floods can't quench love, no matter what love did/ Rivers can't drown love, no matter where love's hid"--Sinead O'Connor
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Bear5
True Blue Farmgirl
13055 Posts
Louisiana/Texas
USA
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Posted - Dec 10 2012 : 8:48:54 PM
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Ann, what a wonderful things you're doing asking for a chain of prayers. I'll be praying for the soldier and his twin sisters.
Marly
"It's only when we truly know and understand that we have a limited time on earth- and that we have no way of knowing when our time is up- that we will begin to live each day to the fullest, as if it was the only one we had." Elisabeth Kurler-Ross |
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crafter
True Blue Farmgirl
2313 Posts
lori
Fort Atkinson
Wisconsin
USA
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Posted - Dec 11 2012 : 08:07:12 AM
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I will keep this special family in my prayers and close to my heart. How hard to have so many difficult changes to deal with. Ann- thank you for bringing this to our attention- prayers being sent!
Lori
Gernerosity is giving more than you can, and pride is taking less than you need! |
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buzzn bee
True Blue Farmgirl
1061 Posts
Deborah
Muncie
Indiana
USA
1061 Posts |
Posted - Dec 11 2012 : 09:51:05 AM
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How sad and traumatic for the entire family. Breaks my heart!
Prayers going up, and asking that our Heavenly Father, will wrap His loving arms around them, and in Him may they find comfort and peace.
Debbie H.
Buzzn Bee |
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13821 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
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