I talked to Lindsey today. Nathan is not allowed at this time to have visitors. He is recovering a little slower than they had hoped for. He is still in a good deal of pain and he has asked for prayers for relief from the pain, peace and comfort, quick recovery, financial aspects. Lindsey needs prayers too. She has a lot to handle between the kids and being with Nathan as much as she can. I have offered to help out with the kids. At this time her mother is helping her. Sunday afternoon, I am going to ask the youth to meet at their house to do some much needed yard work. I haven't found out what would be the best time for Lindsey. We don't want to interfere with the kids' naps. I will asked her tomorrow and I will announce it at youth group Wednesday night.
Thanks for your help.
--Emily Monroe
Tuesday, June 24, 2008
Monday, June 23, 2008
NATHAN UPDATE - 6/23/08
To the Castle Christian Family,
It has been brought to my attention that Lindsey is going to need help with gasoline costs while Nathan is in the hospital. If anyone has Kroger cards they have not yet given out, please consider giving it to Lindsey. Our benevolence funds may be needed to help with medical bills later.
Also, Betsy Hightower is lining up meals for them. If you want to help, you might let her know. Emily is also organizing the teens to get Nathan's yard work done. Again, let her know if you can offer any assistance with this.
I'm still trying to reach Lindsey to see what we can do to help them through this. If any of you have talked to Lindsey and know of any need they have, please let the rest of us know. OF COURSE, DON'T FORGET TO PRAY FOR THEM.
Nathan is at Northside Hospital Forsyth in room 404, but I don't know that he's up for visitors yet. I'm sure a card would be appreciated though.
Love to everyone,
Ben
It has been brought to my attention that Lindsey is going to need help with gasoline costs while Nathan is in the hospital. If anyone has Kroger cards they have not yet given out, please consider giving it to Lindsey. Our benevolence funds may be needed to help with medical bills later.
Also, Betsy Hightower is lining up meals for them. If you want to help, you might let her know. Emily is also organizing the teens to get Nathan's yard work done. Again, let her know if you can offer any assistance with this.
I'm still trying to reach Lindsey to see what we can do to help them through this. If any of you have talked to Lindsey and know of any need they have, please let the rest of us know. OF COURSE, DON'T FORGET TO PRAY FOR THEM.
Nathan is at Northside Hospital Forsyth in room 404, but I don't know that he's up for visitors yet. I'm sure a card would be appreciated though.
Love to everyone,
Ben
Sunday, June 22, 2008
NATHAN UPDATE
Hi all,
Ben and Shaun just got back from the hospital. They were unable to see Nathan as his room is posted with a no visitors sign. However, they were able to speak with Nathan's sister.
He had just gotten back from surgery and they removed 7 inches of his small intestine. It was horribly infected and inflamed. They anticipate that he will be in the hospital at least until Friday, possibly longer.
Pray for him and love to all -
Jan
Ben and Shaun just got back from the hospital. They were unable to see Nathan as his room is posted with a no visitors sign. However, they were able to speak with Nathan's sister.
He had just gotten back from surgery and they removed 7 inches of his small intestine. It was horribly infected and inflamed. They anticipate that he will be in the hospital at least until Friday, possibly longer.
Pray for him and love to all -
Jan
Friday, June 20, 2008
NEWS!
Hey gang,
I have a couple of items to update you on. First of all, Nathan began having some health problems earlier this week in the location of his appendectomy. He's been on pain medication and antibiotics, but they haven't been able to help. The last few days he's run fevers of 103 degrees. Today he called and told me he is being admitted back to the hospital for tests and a possible surgery to remove the abscess. Remember to pray for him this weekend!
Since my family is leaving tomorrow for vacation, Nathan was scheduled to preach this Sunday. He, obviously, won't be available this weekend--but hopefully he'll be available for next weekend. Fortunately, we are blessed with several people who are well-trained and experienced preachers who could easily fill in at a moment's notice. So I wasn't worried about whether we'd have a preacher for this Sunday.
Again, there were several people who could have delivered a great message, but since our intern, Kyle Stock is here doing his internship with us in preaching, it seemed fairly natural to ask him to fill in this Sunday. He is scheduled for a few weeks in July, also.
I hope everyone has a great experience this Sunday and next week. As it turns out, we may be getting in earlier than expected next weekend and may be available to worship with our favorite church (Castle, of course!), even though I won't be preaching that Sunday!
Take care!
Jason
I have a couple of items to update you on. First of all, Nathan began having some health problems earlier this week in the location of his appendectomy. He's been on pain medication and antibiotics, but they haven't been able to help. The last few days he's run fevers of 103 degrees. Today he called and told me he is being admitted back to the hospital for tests and a possible surgery to remove the abscess. Remember to pray for him this weekend!
Since my family is leaving tomorrow for vacation, Nathan was scheduled to preach this Sunday. He, obviously, won't be available this weekend--but hopefully he'll be available for next weekend. Fortunately, we are blessed with several people who are well-trained and experienced preachers who could easily fill in at a moment's notice. So I wasn't worried about whether we'd have a preacher for this Sunday.
Again, there were several people who could have delivered a great message, but since our intern, Kyle Stock is here doing his internship with us in preaching, it seemed fairly natural to ask him to fill in this Sunday. He is scheduled for a few weeks in July, also.
I hope everyone has a great experience this Sunday and next week. As it turns out, we may be getting in earlier than expected next weekend and may be available to worship with our favorite church (Castle, of course!), even though I won't be preaching that Sunday!
Take care!
Jason
Wednesday, June 18, 2008
Reminders
Hey gang,
I just wanted to shoot a couple of reminders out there for everyone. First, Stacie and the kids and I will be out of town the next two Sundays. Nathan will be preaching those two days and Kyle will be taking over Tuesday evening Bible study. He led the discussion last night and did a fantastic job.
Also, traditionally Summer is a weird season for church attendance. People take vacations and mini-trips and this affects church attendance. This can't be helped and is to be expected on some levels. However, I want to encourage you all to continue your faithfulness in evangelizing your neighbors, inviting them to church, and being a witness in your community. Castle Christian has been a successful church plant largely because of the faithfulness of her members in reaching out to those around them. In order for us to continue growing and succeeding, it takes all of us continually moving forward and pushing the envelope toward a dynamic evangelistic ministry!
Take care everyone!
Jason
I just wanted to shoot a couple of reminders out there for everyone. First, Stacie and the kids and I will be out of town the next two Sundays. Nathan will be preaching those two days and Kyle will be taking over Tuesday evening Bible study. He led the discussion last night and did a fantastic job.
Also, traditionally Summer is a weird season for church attendance. People take vacations and mini-trips and this affects church attendance. This can't be helped and is to be expected on some levels. However, I want to encourage you all to continue your faithfulness in evangelizing your neighbors, inviting them to church, and being a witness in your community. Castle Christian has been a successful church plant largely because of the faithfulness of her members in reaching out to those around them. In order for us to continue growing and succeeding, it takes all of us continually moving forward and pushing the envelope toward a dynamic evangelistic ministry!
Take care everyone!
Jason
Sunday, June 15, 2008
Updated Reading List and New Additions to the CCC Family
Hey everyone,
We had a GREAT worship service today, but the best part was when Westley and Barbara placed membership with us! Everyone remember to congratulate them next time you see them!
Also, I've updated the reading list for the next two weeks since I'll be gone next weekend.
Take care!
Jason
We had a GREAT worship service today, but the best part was when Westley and Barbara placed membership with us! Everyone remember to congratulate them next time you see them!
Also, I've updated the reading list for the next two weeks since I'll be gone next weekend.
Take care!
Jason
Friday, June 13, 2008
Nathan update 2
I just talked to Nathan this morning at about 9:45. He is awake, minus one appendix, and feeling much better. Apparently, he didn't get into surgery until after 11:00 last night (typical hospital timing).
They made a small incision in his abdomen, near his belly button. In order to see clearly they needed to inflate his belly with CO2. He said that is currently the only uncomfortable thing.
As of now he feels well enough to join Lindsey in Atlanta this weekend for the wedding they are participateing in. He told me that if he doesn't feel well when they release him after 11:00, he may make other plans.
Thanks for all the prayers!
Jason
They made a small incision in his abdomen, near his belly button. In order to see clearly they needed to inflate his belly with CO2. He said that is currently the only uncomfortable thing.
As of now he feels well enough to join Lindsey in Atlanta this weekend for the wedding they are participateing in. He told me that if he doesn't feel well when they release him after 11:00, he may make other plans.
Thanks for all the prayers!
Jason
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