Prayer & Care
Prayer & Care at Hope is about walking together through every season of life.
Whether celebrating joyful moments or navigating grief, illness, or uncertainty, this ministry exists to offer prayer, compassion, and Christ-centered support.
Through listening hearts, faithful prayer, and practical care, we seek to remind each person that they are seen, loved, and never alone.
Prayers by Week
November 2-8, 2026
Strength and healing for…
- Jane Ridley, age 91, who is hospitalized with fluid surrounding her lungs and heart; prayers for healing, peace, comfort, and strength, and for wisdom and guidance for her medical team.
- Don Yakopcic having surgery on 11/4. Prayers for God’s healing hand, comfort and for wisdom and guidance for his medical team.
Comfort and peace for…
- The Spottiswood family following the passing of Jillisa’s grandmother, Marsha Zuidervvart prayers for God’s comfort, peace, and strength as they mourn her loss.
Praise and thanksgiving for…
- Rev. Larry Lineberger as he celebrates his 90th birthday on November 1; giving thanks for his life and praying for God’s continued blessings, good health, and joy in the year ahead.
Guidance and provision for…
October 26- November 1, 2026
Strength and healing for…
- Bob Hendrickson, husband of Emily Smathers, who is hospitalized with a systemic infection; prayers for healing, strength, and comfort, and for wisdom and guidance for his medical team.
- Dennis DiMartino, during his rehabilitation for a broken leg and complications due to Parkinson’s. Prayers of God's help and comfort in this time of healing.
- Barb Lance, prayers that God, the Great Physician, continue to be with her, bring healing and strength, and guide and bless her medical team.
- Bill Spencer, who has limited energy.
- Catherine Foil, facing a melanoma diagnosis. Prayers for healing and wise medical care.
- Teresa Straty, sister of Teri Spottiswood, following complications from surgery.
- Chuck Howe, preparing for bypass surgery on November 4. Prayers for a successful surgery and a smooth recovery.
- Jordyn, who is battling a severe infection; prayers for God’s healing hand, strength, and comfort, and for wisdom and guidance for her medical team.
Comfort and peace for…
- Carol Gosselin, mother of Sue Hardee, as she lives with dementia and adjusts to life in memory care; prayers for comfort, peace, and compassionate care for Carol, and for strength and comfort for Sue and her family.
- Sheila Bishop and her family following the passing of her first cousin, Clay Miller, who went to be with the Lord last week; prayers for God’s comfort, peace, and strength during this time of loss.
- Katherine Gardner and her family as her husband receives hospice care following a rare blood disease; prayers for God’s comfort, peace, and strength for the entire family. Katherine is the niece of Jim and Sandee Kosmar.
Praise and thanksgiving for…
Guidance and provision for…
- Amanda, who has been going through a hard time and needs the touch of our Savior to strengthen and guide her through this difficult time.
October 12-18, 2026
Strength and healing for…
- Ester, a friend of Connie Cole, as she undergoes surgery; prayers for a successful procedure, God’s guidance for her medical team, and a smooth recovery.
- A friend awaiting medical results tomorrow; prayers for reassuring results, peace and comfort while waiting, and God’s presence and guidance throughout this time.
- Cameron Hellmann, as he undergoes cardiac surgery on Thursday, October 15; prayers for a successful procedure, positive results, God’s guidance for his medical team, and a smooth recovery.
- Will Lassiter, son of Ruth Lassiter, as he undergoes an endoscopy on Friday; prayers for reassuring results, God’s guidance for his medical team, and peace and comfort throughout the process.
Comfort and peace for…
- Gail, as she copes with the sudden passing of her son; prayers for God’s loving presence, comfort, and strength in the days ahead.
- Wesley and his family following the passing of Bill Spottiswood, Wesley’s great-uncle; prayers for God’s comfort, peace, and strength during this difficult time.
- Edna Mace, a family friend of Lana Krieps, and her family as she receives hospice care in Charleston, West Virginia; prayers for God’s comforting presence, peace, and strength for Edna and her loved ones during this time.
Praise and thanksgiving for…
- Cari Froelich as she has entered a season of some relief from her chronic health conditions. Praise God for this answer to prayer and continued healing!
Guidance and provision for…
- Those who are incarcerated, that God surround them with positive influences, wise mentors, and safe peers. Prayers for judges, lawyers, and correctional staff to act with fairness, wisdom, and compassion, and that those in prison be drawn closer to Christ and find healing, restoration, and hope for a fresh start.
October 5-11, 2026
Strength and healing for…
- Maureen Consolo, as she prepares to take her vision test tomorrow to regain her driving license following a stroke in late February. Prayers for God’s hand and guidance as she takes the test.
- Darlene McKenney, who is back in the hospital at Duke Raleigh; prayers for healing, strength, comfort, and peace, and for wisdom and guidance for her medical team.
- Dave Welsh, who remains in a coma following complications from a traumatic brain injury; prayers of peace and comfort also for his wife and children Hudson, Greyson and Madison who have had to take on new responsibilities.
- Bill Spencer, as he continues his recovery at home following his hospitalization; prayers for healing, renewed strength, and a smooth recovery.
Comfort and peace for…
- John West, brother of Lori Hugelmaier and Thomas Hanks, who is struggling in the icu on hospice care. Prayers of comfort and protection during this most difficult time.
- Charlie, son of Dave and Debi Lillenthal, as he faces a rare form of leg cancer; prayers for continued healing and strength, and thanksgiving that his echocardiogram and CT scan results look good.
Praise and thanksgiving for…
- Tim and Becki Crane as they celebrate their 39th wedding anniversary; prayers for God’s continued blessings on their marriage and many more years of love and joy together.
Guidance and provision for…

