Thursday prayers

Linda Parker is resuming chemo treatments today. Thank you for continuing to hold her in prayer.

Thank you for lifting up in prayer those whose lives have been impacted by wildfires in Australia, the worst seen in decades, and the people of Puerto Rico, still recovering from hurricanes Irma and Maria in 2017, and now coping with the effects of an earthquake. Week of Compassion update

We remember the families and friends of those killed in the crash of a Ukrainian airplane in Tehran, mourning those deaths amid the uncertainty of what caused them.

We are grateful that the escalation of conflict between the U.S. and Iranian governments has not continued for now, and we pray that all parties involved will not cease to pursue non-violent solutions.

Monday prayers

Julia Callaway had cataract surgery on her left eye this morning and is resting at home. We are grateful all went well!

Bess Henderson is doing much better after a particularly difficult weekend. We continue to pray for her full recovery.

Bess Henderson

Bess Henderson is still in Miami, recuperating from surgery. She is not doing as well as expected. Thank you for surrounding her with prayers and good wishes.

Tuesday prayers

Thank you for continuing to hold Eric Hutton’s father and the family in prayer. He is suffering from severe congestive heart failure, and the treatment options are very limited due to his Parkinson’s and overall frail state. Colette

We join the Dixon and Kavoosifar families in celebrating the birth of Lily Colette Kavoosifar, the daughter of Caitlin Dixon Kavoosifar and Cameron Kavoosifar, on December 30, 2019. Congratulations!

Bess Henderson

Bess Henderson is recuperating from nine hours of surgery. She is doing well, and is expected to be transferred out of ICU tomorrow. Thank you for continuing to keep her in your prayers. We hope with her that this will be the final procedure in what has been a very difficult process of recovery.

Joyce Crowell

Please surround Joyce Crowell with your prayers, especially on Monday. Joyce is scheduled to have a heart procedure.

Thursday prayers

Eric Hutton asks for prayers for his parents. His dad, who is suffering from Parkinson’s, has a partially diagnosed heart issue and has to wait until December 23 for a follow-up appointment. As you can imagine, this is a very stressful time for the family.

Bess Henderson will be traveling to Miami on December 17, where she is scheduled for surgery the next day. We hope with her that, after many set-backs, this procedure will be successful. Thank you for continuing to keep her in your prayers.

Linda Parker is back home after a visit to Seattle. She is resting and recuperating from cataract surgery. Please continue to lift her up in prayer.

Prayers for Donna's family

Donna Woods asks for our prayers for Pam Bridges. Pam is the mother-in-law of Donna’s son, James Barr, and she has not only been a vibrant part of Donna’s family for nineteen years, but a close friend of Donna’s. Pam was just diagnosed with an inoperable, fast growing brain tumor.

We also offer prayers for Donna’s husband, Vaughn, whose vision and movement are declining, and for two years they have been trying to get a diagnosis. They hope to get a neurology appointment at the Mayo Clinic soon. Thank you for surrounding this family with your prayers and loving thoughts.

Prayers for little Emma

Betsy Von Dohlen asks that we pray with her for her niece Kelley's newborn daughter. Emma Ferrell was born on Tuesday and is in the NICU with breathing and heart issues.

Lyn Dorris

Lyn Dorris asks us to join her in praying for her friend Julie. Julie has been battling cancer for a long time, and this week she will have an appointment at the Mayo clinic in Jacksonville, FL. We pray for courage and strength, for their friendship, and for Julie’s healing.

Dan McGeachy

Dan McGeachy, a good friend of Vine Street and former member of the chancel choir, died on Wednesday, November 6. A service in celebration of his life will be held on Saturday, November 16 at 2 p.m. at Trinity Presbyterian Church, 3201 Hillsboro Pike, Nashville TN 37215. There will also be a visitation before the service between noon and 2 p.m. at the church.

Tuesday prayers

Rachel Dixon asks for our prayers for the family and friends of Win Myint, especially his children Anna and Arnold. Their mother died about a year ago. Win died early Monday morning. Rachel wrote, “He was a dear, sweet soul, TSU math professor and social justice advocate. We will miss him.”

Thomas Kleinert’s uncle, Hans Simon, died on Sunday at age 90 in Schönau/Germany. He was the brother of Thomas’s mother, Anneliese, and the family is grateful that he died at home, as he wished, in the house where he had grown up. The family will gather for a memorial service on Thursday, and Thomas will be joining them. He will fly out on Wednesday and expects to be back on Friday. Thank you for keeping him and the family in your prayers.

Silas Hillary Ruari

Congratulations, Allison and Jared! Silas Hillary Ruari was born very early in the morning of November 3rd. 9 lbs 8 oz. 20 and 1/4 inches long. We are grateful they are all doing well!

Barbara Gilligan

Pat and Ed Cole ask us to join them in prayer for Barbara Gilligan, the mother of their daughter-in-law, Jennifer Cole. Barbara, who makes her home in Gallatin, had both knees replaced earlier today, and we hope with her for a speedy recovery.

Jane Goidel

Jane Goidel died at home on Tuesday, October 22, surrounded by family. A memorial service will be held at Vine Street Christian Church on Tuesday, October 29, 11 a.m. We will share additional information as it becomes available. Thank you for keeping all who mourn in your prayers, especially Bob, sons Jeff and Chip, and Jane’s sister Judy.

Thursday prayer concerns

Pam ClenDening is mourning the loss of her mother, Patricia Joanne Bellinger, who died on Wednesday, October 16; she was 86 years old. Thank you for keeping Pam and the family in your prayers. Pam’s home address, in case you want to send a note, is 7013 Collinswood Drive, Nashville, TN 37221. Read obituary

Scott Perry had knee replacement surgery today on his left leg. Everything went as hoped, and we pray that his recovery and rehabilitation will make swift progress.

Jane Goidel is now receiving hospice care at home. Please continue to keep her and Bob in your prayers.

Bob Brodows

We pray for the Brodows family on hearing of Bob Brodows death Sunday, September 29th in Florida. Arrangements have been made in Florida later this week. We especially lift up Brenda in this time of grief and loss.

Sondra Lee

After a successful hernia surgery on Friday, Sondra was discharged Monday but readmitted Tuesday (again at St. Thomas) with a great deal of pain. They are hopeful that doctors and caregivers will be able to manage and relieve the pain so that she is able to return home soon. Both she and Ted appreciate your prayers and the way you care.

Sondra Lee

Sondra Lee had surgery Friday evening for a hernia that was causing a great deal of pain and discomfort. She is now recovering at St. Thomas West and should be able to return home in a few days. Thank you for joining Ted and the family in prayers for her successful and complete healing.

Wednesday update

Bob Brodows is nearing the end of his life after a long battle with cancer. Brenda Stults-Brodows asks us to remember them in our prayers.

Congratulations to Reggie Hill who was recognized with the Alumni Service Award by the UT College of Law!