E-mail your prayer requests and praises to prayer@generation-yes.net
May - 18
Jessica and Scott S. are fairly new to our class and they recently had a baby, named Ruby. Ruby is now 5 weeks old and was sick with fever and is now in the hospital. They have run all sorts of test and so far all they know is that her white blood count is very high, but they don't know what is wrong. Please pray for strength for all and healing for baby Ruby! Jessica's mom is at home taking care of the twin 4 yr old girls, while also unpacking their boxes after just moving back into their home after the whole black mold issue. They have a lot on their plate right now! Christy M.
Pray for my brother who is in Iraq and his 3 children. Dangerous situation. -Mike & Wendy W.
Please pray for my grandmother whose health is deteriorating. - Terry C.
Please pray for my dad as the pain from his cancer continues to worsen. -Yvette S.
Please pray for one of my best friends who is having surgery on Mon, 5/19 for removal of cancer on her thyroid. Pray for peace and complete healing. Also, pray for Chris and me as we prepare for high school Beach Retreat. Thanks - Lindsay M.
Please pray for my dear friend, Sarah F. who is 30 weeks pregnant and was put on bed rest. Pray for the health and protection of the baby and for Sarah's peace of mind throughout the remainder of her pregnancy. -Jenni J.
May - 11
Please also pray for me for as I do my final studies for and take my Course
3 Actuarial Exam this Thursday, May 15 from 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM. Hank
Praise the Lord for a successful finish to law school for myself and Doug R. Thank you all for your prayers! -Mike R.
Please pray for Generation Yes as we begin a new Leadership year. Pray that our class continues to reach families for Christ. Pray for hearts to be willing to serve in our class this year. -Chris & Ceci T.
May - 4
Please pray for the Ladies in our class. Ceci and I are facilitating a new study written by Beth Moore beginning on May 13th. We would LOVE to have as many women as possible to experience the journey of John with the ladies in our class. Thank you - Dottie G.
Please pray for my uncle Simon who was recently diagnosed with prostate cancer. May God heal him quickly and use this time as a means for spiritual growth. - Jeffery M.
Apr - 27
Please pray for my brother Drew, who injured his hamstring in his recent track meet. He is now unable to compete in his State meet in 2 weeks. - (unknown)
Please pay for me as I prepare to take finals and graduate from law school. Also, pray for me as I begin a new career. Pray that I am able to balance my time and energy between work, family and church. - Doug R.
Please pray for my mother. She had surgery on Tuesday and is still recovering. This surgery will require several life changes on her part which she will need strength from God to make. -Kathryn W.
Please pray for our friend's father. He has been fighting
Apr - 20
Would you mind praying for my aunt who is not doing well right now. We are
very close to her (my moms sister) and she has been having multiple strokes
the last few days. The doctors are saying that there is no hope for her. We
are just praying for a miracle. This has been very hard on my family and we
are really concerned this could impact my grandfather too since they are
very close. Anyway, Chris and I would really appreciate your prayers right
now. Thanks, Lindsay M
Please pray for my cousin Tania who is applying to nursing school. She takes
her entrance exam soon and is nervous about it. She has not finished school
and has been floating between jobs and this would be a great step for her to
give her something permanent and stable. Her mom (my aunt) died late last
year, so this has been a hard year for her, and I think this would make a
big difference in her life. Please pray for her and for her brother Matt.
Also please continue to pray for Mike's finals, my job (just super busy) and
our move. Thanks! - Michelle R.
Matt and I are soooo excited to be back in Houston. We would like to send out a praise for his new job in Houston and the chance to be a family here in our home. -Matt & Rachel B.
Apr - 13
Please pray for us right now as we have been incredibly busy. I have been traveling a lot with my job, we are getting ready to move, and Mike is trying to study for finals and getting ready to graduate. Thanks for praying for all of these situations and for length of days and strength to get everything done. -Michelle & Mike R.
Thank you for your prayers for my sister, Debbie. They are still not sure if she has cancer or not but its looking good! -Erin S.
Please continue to pray that Harold will receive an internship for the summer. He has another interview later this month. -Brandi T.
Apr - 6
Please pray for my sister Debbie. There's a large possibility that she has breast cancer. Pray that its not and for strength and security for her. Thank you - Erin S.
Pray for my sister, Kristi. She is pregnant and may have a difficult pregnancy. She has ovarian cancer and the ovary removed. -Brian R.
Thank you for your continued prayers for my dad. He is still coping with his stage IV lung cancer. Please continue to pray for him as he decides whether to take chemo. Please also pray for my mother as she continues to support him emotionally. Thanks- Yvette S.
Please pray for Stewart's attitude towards his job. He is somewhat discouraged by his excessive work hours and travel schedule. Please pray for a positive attitude, time effectiveness and ease of travel. And just that it would be "fun." Thanks- Karen F.
Mar - 23
Please pray for our soldiers fighting for our freedom, for their safety, and quick return home. Pray for the families of our soldiers to have peace during this time. Pray for our President and our military leaders to continue to seek God's wisdom and have His protection. Pray for our enemies that their hearts would soften towards us and God. Pray for the innocent Iraquis' safety.
Please pray for my mom, Debbie. She is having a "disco-o-gram" on Tuesday in Dallas. This is supposed to be a very painful surgical procedure. She meets with a surgeon on Wed morning to determine the next step. Thanks - Angie R
Please pray that I can strengthen my focus with the Lord. Thank you. - Paul S.
Please pray for Mike's grandmother, who is having out-patient hand surgery on Monday for carpel tunnel's. Please also pray for his mom as she travels to be with her. Please also pray for my grandmother, who is in the hospital for pneumonia and also suffers from dementia and early Alzheimer's. They are currently in Boston, where they have always lived but we are trying to move them here so my family can better take care of them. Please pray for the entire situation. Also, please continue to pray for Mike as he finishes out school in the next couple of months. -Michelle R.
Please pray for the Ladies Ministry in our class. We have finished our current study and will be selecting a new Bible Study Book. Please pray for God's guidance with our decision. -Dottie G.
Please continue to pray for Yvette's father who has stage 4 lung cancer. He currently needs God's guidance in determining whether or not to have chemo. Please pray for God's wisdom and complete healing. Also, please pray for peace for her family.
Mar - 16
Please pray for our family to be well. Doug had a stomach virus early last week. Of course Zane and Noah got it at the same time on Saturday night and were sick all night and Sunday. We all seem to be well now. Please pray that it stays that way for a while. Thanks- Doug and Angie R.
Pray for my dad. He had double pneumonia and fluid on his heart. -Jay H.
Please pray for me and my blood sugars. Also pray for the adjustment to the insulin pump that I will be using. Pray that my body will respond well to the adjustment and I will not be anxious about the change. Thanks for your prayers. -Candy C.
Please pray for my brother (John) who has been very stressed at his new job. Pray that he finds comfort in the Lord. Thanks- Elizabeth C.
Please pray for me as I take my graduate oral exams on 4/16. Also, please pray for Chris and me as we serve in the high school ministry. Pray that God would open the kids' hearts to the Word of God. Thanks - Lindsay & Chris M.
Please pray for my assistant, Shannon, as she begins treatment for ovarian tumors. She also is waiting for results from a biopsy to determine if she has cancer. -Jeff K.
Mar - 9
Please add Julie, Helena and Myself to the list. I will be leaving to go to
Atlanta for a nine-day seminar for my current actuarial exam. I feel bad
leaving Helena & Julie for so long. Please pray the Lord keeps us all safe
sound, that Helena & Julie are ESPECIALLY kept safe in my absence, that my air
travle is safe and that I get a lot out of the seminar.
Please pray that I can get my own beauty salon, because the shops that I have been working for are not becoming of a Christian woman to work in. And, just pray that I can do this soon because it is so hard to be around wrong doers. It seems like no matter which shop I go to or work for it's all the same thing. Thank you. - Sam L.
Please continue to pray for Yvette Simpson's dad who has lung cancer.
Pray for safe travel for Matt, Luke and me as we go to Denver next week. I pray this will be a chance for us to grow closer to each other and to Christ. -Rachel B.
Please pray for the family and friends of Jimmy A, a dear friend of ours, who was killed in a car accident at the age of 34. Also, please pray for Cody's grandmother, Gladys W. She had a heart attack and is still in the hospital undergoing surgery today. -Kathryn W.
Thanks for your prayers for my friend from high school (see request on 12-15-02). She passed away about a week ago, but she actually lived through and enjoyed the holidays with her family. The doctors didn't expect for her to make it to Christmas. Praise the Lord she is a Christian. Please continue to pray for her family, especially for her husband and young son. -Troy C.
Mar - 3
Please pray for safe travel for Greg's mom, Elsa Jean L. She will be flying home from London on Wednesday. Thank you- Beth L.
Please continue to pray for Deanne, that she continues to stay healthy and that we have a healthy baby (due March 28). -Henry Z.
Please pray for the continued health and recovery of Allison after the birth of our son. Please pry for Allison and I as we began the process of raising our son. Praise God fro the health of our son, Clint. Everything has gone incredibly well and we feel extremely fortunate. -Wes H.
Please pray for Karen and me as my work schedule requires me to travel every week in March and April. Pray for me to maintain a walk with Christ as my schedule consistently changes. Also, please pray for patience as we work through this process. -Stewart F.
Please pray for Rachel and Matt B. as they deal with Matt's company sending him to Denver to work for "3 months." They have many decisions to make and possibly a change of course in their lives. Pray for patience and a strong faith in God's plan. Thank you- Dottie G.
Please pray for my mom, Connie B. She just got a pacemaker on Wednesday. Also please pray for our friends Dan and Kristah who got married last night. Pray for a safe trip and a great start to their new life together. Thanks - Elizabeth C.
Please continue to pray for God's will in my brother's situation. Please also pray for provision for his family. -Suzanne N.
Feb - 23
I found out on Friday that I have a "3 month" engagement in Denver, CO. The last 3 month project I had turned into 1.5 years. Hmmm-not good. Pray that God would use this in the lives of those who I will work with, that he would give Rachel strength and patience and just that His hand would be guiding this from start to finish. -Matt B.
Greg's mom (Elsa Jean L.) will be flying to London tomorrow. She will be gone for 12 days. Please pray for safe travel. -Greg & Beth L.
Please pray for Lance and I as we continue to adjust to our new baby (Lyndie). Please pray that God would give us the patience and confidence necessary to care for a newborn. Thank you- Lance & Lori B.
Please continue to pray for Yvette's dad with lung cancer.
Feb - 16
Please pray for the Kendall K.'s family. His grandfather passed away last week.
Please continue to pray for Yvette's father. He was having tests run last Thursday to determine if the cancer has spread to other parts of his body.
Please pray for my brother, Donnie, during a very difficult situation. Pray for God's will to be done and that God will reveal himself to my brother through this situation. -Suzanne N.
Our friends Michelle and Mark G. lost their 5 mo old son (Davis) on Feb. 6th. Please pray for them and their marriage during this most difficult and tragic time. Also, pray for their 3 year old son, Tripp. It must be so difficult for him to see his parents grieving so intensely. I am also praying for a Christian influence to enter their lives to guide and support them. Thanks! -Carrie and Ryan H.
Please pray for Chris on Thursday morning as he will be having LASIK surgery. -Ceci T.
I am leaving Tuesday to go on a cruise with my best friend. I will be gone for a week. Please pray for safe travel for my friend and me. Also, pray for Doug, Zane and Noah while I am away. Thanks - Angie R.
Feb - 9
Please pray for my friend Lisa O. who is getting her PhD in May and is
seeking a job as a professor. Pray for her Feb. 12-14 as she will be
interviewing. She is a strong Christian and wants to be a light in a
science department. Thanks - Elizabeth C.
Please pray for my grandmother, who had another stroke this week. She's had
more than we can count and has been put in a nursing home. Please also pray
for my father, who is traveling there this week to be with her. Also, pray
for healing in Michelle's knee; she injured it running months ago, and it
won't get better. Thanks - Mike R.
Please pray for me as I recover from the flue. -Ceci
Please continue to pray for Terrill and Leigh S. This is a link to their
website that is updated twice a day. Their 2 sons are both in critical
condition. www.fbcwoodway.org/saxon
Thanks - Karen
Feb - 2
Please pray for the Rios family because they lost their son and brother, Alex. A 29 year old friend, Sean, decided to point and shoot a gun at him thinking it was not loaded. Please pray for strength and forgiveness to be given to Sean by our family. Please pray for me to take the anger out of my heart and our family. Help us understand the work of Jesus. Please pray that we have peace. Thank you - Lisa R.
Please pray for Harold as he seeks an internship for the summer. His MBA load is very heavy this semester and we will also be looking for another vehicle. -Brandi T.
Please pray for us to get healthy and have better weeks to come. We have been suffering from the stomach flu for 5 days. -Brian, Shannon and Connor G.
Please pray for a new teacher in our department who is having trouble with his students and their parents. Please also pray that the Lord will show me how to help him as a counselor has asked me to observe/critique him this week. -Elizabeth C.
Jan - 26
Please pray for my dad. Last week they found a growth on his lungs and lymph nodes. They're completing a biopsy tomorrow to determine malignancy and further course of treatment. Thank you - Yvette S.
Thank you for your prayers for my grandmother's knee replacement surgery. She is doing well. Please continue to pray for her healing as she is in the rehab hospital. Thanks Jessica C.
Praise God that we sold our car. He always provides for our needs. Scott
Pray for Mike. He is scheduled for outpatient surgery on Tuesday. Pray for the surgical team and doctors and a quick recovery. -Mike and Leslie F.
Please continue to pray for us as our due date is quickly approaching. Pray that God will give us the patience and confidence to be Godly parents. Thanks Lori and Lance B.
Jan - 19
Please pray for Terrill and Leah S. (A friend of a friend). They just found out their 3 year old son has tumors in his lungs/esophagus (all cancer). Doctors have given him days to live. They also have another son (4 months old) that has a heart defect and was scheduled for surgery this month. This surgery is critical and he only has a 50% success rate. They are a strong christian family but are facing losing 2 of their 3 children very soon. Since they live in Waco and are going to hospitals in Dallas, money is an issue (hotel stays for months at a time). Please pray for an opening at the Ronald McDonald house. -Karen F.
Please continue to pray for us as we anticipate our baby's arrival. -Lori and Lance
Praise God for His miraculous healing of Shelly's mother in China! Her mother was diagnosed with colon cancer last year that spread to the bone. But at the last evaluation, her tumor and metastasis are now undetectable. -Joshua for Shelly and Leonard C.
Please pray for my cousin, Donna. She has 2 children and she and her husband are strong Christians. She has an obstruction in a vein (inoperable) and has been having massive seizures. -Laura V.
Jan - 12
Please pray for a very good friend of ours, De-Anna. She just found out that her mother has stage 3 cervical cancer. De-Anna lost her father 4 years ago to cancer and has struggled with depression for many years. She has just found medication that is really helping her depression and now has to deal with her mother's cancer. -Angie and Doug R.
Please pray for a continued healthy pregnancy and for a delivery free of complications as our due date approaches (Feb 14). Thanks -Lori & Lance B.
Please pray for my grandmother as she has knee replacement surgery on Jan 21. Thanks - Jessica C.
Please pray for Tony- He is in San Francisco on business until Wed. Also, his right knee is bothering him (an old injury from 15 years ago). Thanks - Laura
We would like to thank those who offered to help us pack and move next weekend. God is really evident in our class! - Brandi & George T.
Please pray for Karter. He was diagnosed with Neurofibromatosis "NF1" on Thursday. The signs are faint now and we will continue to monitor and pray for the least amount of effects possible. Please pray that God continues to impart his peace, grace, health and wisdom to our family for this new turn in our eye. Many Thanks - Ted and Melissa M.
Please continue to pray for Brian's grandmother in Denver. She is out of the hospital but is still recovering from bronchial pneumonia. She is on oxygen at night. And pray for his grandfather as he is kind of depressed about her condition. -Brian and Brandi R.
Jan - 5
Please pray for Harold. He starts to school on the 13th at Rice. We are moving to a new apartment on the 18th-20th of January. Pray that help will be provided. Thank you- Brandi & Harold T.
Please pray for Brian's grandmother. She is in the hospital with bronchial pneumonia. -Brandi & Brian R.
Please pray for me & my last few weeks of pregnancy. Please pray for a safe delivery and a healthy baby. Also, please pray that it is an easy transition for our 2 1/2 old, Lawson. -Carrie K.
Travel mercies for Russell, Andrew and Nathan to and from Canada. -Shelley E.
Pray for Karen R. (my sister) as she seeks to salvage a life & family wrecked by drug abuse. Three beautiful girls hang in the balance. Her husband (Gene) is addicted too. -Jay H.
Thanks for praying for Joey's back. He is feeling better. Please continue to pray for the last week's request (his family). Thanks - Candy & Joey C.
Dec - 29
My father and step mother were here this weekend and they asked questions about faith and creation from Genesis 1 & 2. This is a strong improvement over past witnessing opportunities we have had with them. Stewart & Karen
Dec - 22
Please pray for Joey's Back. He has a herniated disc. Please pray for healing. Also pray for friends of the family that need to know the Lord. Finally, please pray for unity in the Carpenter family and healing of hearts. Thanks so much for your prayers. - Joey & Candy
Please pray for Josh & Nina Nguyen who became parents again this past week. Also pray for Jing & Bill and for my parents Arnold and Marte for safe travel this week. Hank & Julie
Dec - 15
Please pray for the salvation of family friends Can D. and his wife and mother. Also please pray for Can's mom. This week she found out that she has brain cancer. Pray for healing. Thanks. - Joey and Candy C.
Please pray for the family of a childhood friend (Jamie P.) who died Thursday after an eight year battle with ovarian cancer. She was 26 years old. Also pray for Lance's mother who came through her surgery yesterday with no complications. - Lori B.
Thank you, Lord for our time in Milan, Italy and all our new experiences. Please pray for safe travels this holiday season especially for Robert as he travels from Italy next Sunday. - Vanessa J.
Thanks for your prayers for Mike's finals. Please pray for his last one Wednesday and the work he must get done during the holidays. - Mike and Michelle R.
Please pray for a high school and church friend who has cancer and she has only been given one or two weeks to live. - Troy C.
Please continue to pray for my cousins fiancé Amy. She had a stroke last weekend and praise God she is already home. However, she is only twenty seven years old and just starting her career as an attorney. She is having difficulty with word recollection and math. Pray that she will seek God's help to get through this and for healing. - Angie R.
Please pray for my grandmother, Janet. She needs to gain enough strength to undergo surgery to replace an artificial hip that has failed and is causing severe pain. Also, please pray for Carrie to be comfortable and continue to have a healthy pregnancy as we move toward her expected delivery date. - Jeff K.
Dec - 8
Praise God that my mom was not injured when she passed out as she was driving on I-10. It really is a miracle that she did not hit anything or anyone and that her car came to a stop before she came to. Please pray that the doctors will know what made her pass out and can help her so that something like that doesn't happen again. Also, on Monday I am going to tell my department chair that I don't plan on teaching next year. Please pray that she and my fellow teachers will take my decision well so that the rest of the school year isn't too awkward, and that I will be diligent to seek a job for next fall. -Eliabeth C.
As I look for a new job, please pray that the characteristics that Dr. Young mentioned will be evident in my life so that others will see Christ in me in the workplace where God wants me to be. -Elizabeth C.
Caroline and I both have colds this past week. Please pray that we will feel better during this busy time. -Ceci T.
Please pray for Lance's mother who will be undergoing surgery next week. Also, please pray for a continued healthy pregnancy for us. -Lori B.
Praise God for a beautiful son, Nathan, and continued health for Regina. Thank you for all your prayers and support. -Scott M.
Please pray for Mike as he begins finals on Tuesday. Pray for strength, wisdom, and retention. Also, Mike and I have committed to finding a sponsor for a 6 yr old girl, Melea, who lives in Tanzania, Africa, so that she may be a part of Biblical and educational programs through Compassion Intl. despite the severe poverty of her family and country. Please pray that God will raise up someone to meet this need for Melea ($28/mo), and pray for her spiritual, emotional, and physical needs to be met and that she would grow in Christ. Lastly, thanks to all of you who have prayed for and asked about my job. Things are going very well and despite some restructuring, my job is only changing a little and for the better, and I am excited about the new challenges and my new team. Praise God and thank you all for your thoughtfulness and prayer. -Mike and Michelle R.
Nov - 24
Please pray for Wes's grandmother, Ida, who is not doing well. Also pray for comfort and strength for his parents as they deal with her condition. -Allison & Wes
Please pray for my sister, Tracie, and her family. They have experienced one struggle after another and have moved in with my parents. She has been a Christian for many years, but now has lost her faith. Please pray for her renewed faith and for God to work in their lives. -Angie R.
Please pray for my 1/2 sister and her family, that they might come to know Jesus and live in His will. She and her son are traveling to visit us right now and will be in church tonight. I will be singing and pray that she will realize the love God has for her. Also, her mother is going through cancer treatments from a recurring breast cancer illness. -Brandi T.
Please pray for several family members who are not believers. Pray that Matt and I would use every opportunity to share Jesus' message this holiday season with them. Thanks. - Matt and Jenni
Nov - 17
Please pray for continued recovery for my grandfather. He had open heart surgery on Friday and is doing very well. Also pray for my Momn as she deals with his recovery. - Angie
Please pray for our family decision to move in with Joey's Dad and whether or not we should rent out our house. Please pray that God's will be done. Also pray for Joey's Dad and healing within his heart. - Joey and Candy
Please pray for Chris's grandmother, Roberta, who had a stroke last week. She is 87 years old, lives alone and is very active. Please pray for healing.
- Chris and Ceci
Please continue to pray for Michelle's Aunt Barbera who has been really struggling. - Mike and Michelle
Nov - 10
Please pray for a safe travel home for Laura and Tony V. and Doug D. today.
Please pray for Jason L. who is heading the creation of an evangelism training center in the former Soviet Union. Please pray for finances and that they will find faithful nationals to train and work with.
Pray for Lynette P. who is currently raising funds to become a long term missionary in the Middle East. -Michael and Wendy W.
Please pray for my aunt, Barbara, who is really struggling and for my mom as she travels to CA to try to help her. Please pray that my aunt will be receptive to my mom's help and that God will bring about many blessings through the situation. Please also pray for Mike as he begins to prepare for finals and continue to pray for God's will for Michelle's job. -Mike and Michelle R.
Pray for Regina and Nathan this week. She goes in Monday night to be induced on Tuesday. Pray that everything goes smoothly. Also, pray for our family as we seek to be godly parents. -Scott and Regina M.
Please pray that God's hand will be with me at work this week. Pray that I can be an example of God's love through my actions this week despite a difficult situation. -Stewart F.
Please continue to pray for my dear friend Leslie whose husband has left her and their 10 month old daughter. Pray that Leslie and Jay will come to now Christ somehow through this experience. Pray that Jay's eyes and heart will be open to see the consequences of his actions. -Jenni J.
Please pray for my brother, Bobby, who is still experiencing severe depression. Pray that he realizes and understands that God is the ultimate healer. -Dottie G.
Nov - 3
Michelle's aunt passed away today (Tuesday). Please keep her and her family in your prayers. They will be leaving tomorrow (Wed) for the funeral in New Hampshire.
Please pray for my dear friend, Leslie, whose husband very unexpectedly announced that "he just isn't happy any more." Please pray that the Lord will work through their marital struggles and that her husband may come to know Christ through this ordeal. Please pray that Leslie will remain strong and that she will turn to Christ for his comfort and peace. They have a 10 month old daughter, and Leslie is devistated at the mere thought of her daughter not being raised in a loving 2-parent home. Jenni J
Please pray for an important decision our family needs to make. We are trying to decide whether to move in to Joey's dad's house with him. We are also trying to decide if we want to rent our house to pay bills. Please pray for God's wisdom and guidance. Thanks - Joey & Candy C.
Please continue to pray for my family as they are hurting with the 2 recent losses in the family. Thank you all so much for your faithful prayers and support for us as so many of you have reached out to us during this time. Please also pray for my job as our roles are shifting and changing and I am not sure what the future holds! Thanks- Michelle R.
Please pray for our friends Joy and Brian as they will leave on 11/9 to be full time missionaries in Germany. - Elizabeth C.
Praise God for Karter's continued good health and for God's blessings with Ted's work. Pray for Karter's health report after Jan 9th's appointment. Also pray for continued growth and blessings of our Sunday School class. -Ted & Melissa M.