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Praise & Prayer Weekly Update - 7/14/2026

Prayer at MBC

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“I call on you, O God, for you will answer me; give ear to me and hear my prayer.” ~Psalm 17:6​

Praise God:  

  • Praise God for the 157 campers and volunteers for our VBS this week.  

For our MBC Family & Friends, please pray for:

  • Pray for Carrie Corke as she will be having a full knee replacement Thursday, 7/16. 
  • A recent test result has revealed a growth on Dennis Beam skull that is causing pressure leading to his optic nerves resulting in persistent headaches, double vision and in balance. In the next two weeks treatments will be administered. Until this is complete other concerns of cancer will be on hold. Please pray for this issue to be resolved quickly. 
  • Please pray for Nancy Bonaventura as she recovers from hernia surgery. 
  • Please pray for Winnie’s husband Mike, was in the hospital 4 days last week
    but is home now. He was diagnosed with Afib and he also developed pneumonia during this time. Although he is on the mend, he is on a lot of medication. Requesting prayer for increased strength and quick healing.
  • Please pray for Katie Ryan, who has been hospitalized and is undergoing further neurological testing after experiencing headaches and symptoms related to increased intracranial pressure. Doctors are investigating an abnormality involving a vein in her brain and are hopeful it is not a blood clot. Please pray for clear answers from the upcoming MRIs and tests, wisdom for her medical team, peace for Katie, and an effective path forward in her treatment.
  • Cora Chuffo would like to ask for a prayer for her health as she was diagnosed this week with Covid. So far, she is handling it well, but please pray that she is able to battle it to the end. 
  • Please continue to pray for Peggy Drake as she navigates many health issues.  
  • Marianne Candiloros is experiencing pain in her knee again. Please pray for answers and healing.      
  • Pastor Peter Pendell was diagnosed with a cyst on his pituitary gland. According to his doctor this seems to be a common issue, and surgery is not recommended at this time.  Please continue to pray for Pastor Pendell as he also will see his endocrinologist to address his lack of strength and energy as he has an important second opinion appointment this week. 
  • Continue to pray for Kayley Garcell as she is ready to take the nursing exam. This week she is one step closer to taking the exam. However, it seems to be taking a long time on the NJ. Nursing Board side of things.  Please pray that the process will not take much longer.   
  • Phil Casciano has been diagnosed with kidney cancer. Please pray for him and his family during this difficult time.     
  • Praise God for continued progress in Augie Lavornia’s recovery! Augie is making good progress with Maria, his new physical therapist. He is now using a walker instead of a wheelchair full time and is able to complete exercises without pain medication — hallelujah! His last appointment went well and the doctor removed his braces. Praise God!   
  • Please continue to pray for Marian Miller as she recovers from post-concussion syndrome. She’s having vestibular therapy and is so thankful that it’s helping in some ways. After testing, the Dr said she’s improved but needs to continue therapy twice a week at least through August. He said two weeks at Camp of the Woods is not a good idea because it could set her back, but approved of her going for just the second week with some preventative measures in place such as sound reduction earmuffs, etc. 

Our Church:

  • Pray for Pastor Bob Erbig, as he prepares his sermon for next Sunday. He will be preaching on Jonah 4. 

Our nation & those in authority.

1 Timothy 2: 1-2 First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for all people, 2 for kings and all who are in high positions, that we may lead a peaceful and quiet life, godly and dignified in every way.

  • Please pray for the most recent flood victims. 
  • Please pray for the those in authority in our nation. 
  • Continue to pray for First Choice. The U.S. Supreme Court issued a unanimous decision in its favor, allowing First Choice to argue in federal court that the Attorney General’s subpoena violates its constitutional rights. While this is a significant victory, the legal battle continues as the Attorney General seeks to enforce compliance in state court. Pray that this ruling will provide lasting protection for First Choice and strengthen protections for pregnancy resource centers across the nation.

Our Extended Family & Friends:

  • Marianne Candiloros is asking for prayer for a little boy named Noah. He is a ten-year-old twin who has leukemia. His family is going through additional personal challenges.  He just had his chemo stent placed yesterday as well as a feeding tube. 
  • Continued to pray for Cathey Donaruma’s mom. She hasn’t been released from the hospital in Atlanta. Cathey is not sure when she will be released.  Cathey’s mom looks frail and isn’t improving. She will have a GI test for contamination. Please pray for comfort and answers for her mom. 
  • Bill Miller’s brother, Paul, has had numerous tests recently and was given the news that he’s cancer free!  Also, the meds for LEMS is working and he’s feeling much better.  Praise God!  Thank you for your prayers for him! 
  • Please pray for Bill Miller’s sister, Ellen, as she’s in the hospital with blood clots in her lungs which is causing her to be very confused. They’re doing more testing to see if she has them anywhere else.  Please pray for her comfort and peace and for her family. 
  • Please pray for Palma Finiati’s son, Michael. Michael recently had stint surgery. However it was not successful. He now requires triple bypass surgery.     
  • Sue Turner’s mom, Ginni, has adapted well to the nursing home where she is receiving a much higher level of care. While her body is healing physically, she remains quite confused about where she is and why, and her emotions fluctuate drastically day to day. Please pray that she will feel more at peace and encouraged. 

Missionary Partner for the week: 

Amoon Sharon Alpha Ministries International Inc.

  • Give thanks for 15 recent baptisms through Amoon’s ministry in Pakistan, and pray for these new believers as they grow in their faith.
  • Pray for Amoon’s July mission teams in Central New Jersey, as 30–35 young adults will be serving and staying in their home; pray for provision, unity, and fruitful ministry.
  • Pray for Amoon’s ongoing ministry in Pakistan among brick kiln families, including outreach to new believers, more baptisms, and a children’s conference with a large turnout.
  • Pray for continued gospel outreach through Amoon’s ministry to Muslim and Hindu communities, as well as for local mission efforts in July and August.

 

Pray for our World:

Bibles Being Distributed Despite Opposition

Saman, a rural Sri Lankan pastor, has been persecuted for months as he faces charges in court and threats against his life. Because of the growth of the church that meets in Saman’s home, Buddhist monks from throughout the area filed noise complaints and charges of illegal meetings. In a preliminary hearing, the judge said Christianity was not illegal and that the house was too distant from its neighbors for noise to be an issue. As the case is ongoing, Saman requested prayer for a favorable outcome. He also reported that the church has continued to grow, due in part to the local Buddhist monks trying to incite people against them, which has led to growing interest in the church. Saman has received warnings not to leave his home after 6 p.m. because of credible threats that he could be harmed or killed if out after dark. Pray for the Lord’s protection and provision as Saman’s family perseveres in gospel ministry under pressure.

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