Please pray for Jodi N. A six-inch mass has been discovered in Jodi which originated in either her small intestine or ovaries, it is connected to both. She will have surgery to remove this mass on September 28th. The doctors can't say much more about her full diagnosis until after surgery.  Thank you for your prayers.

Heavenly Father,

We come before You with a heart full of love for people who are carrying heavy thoughts and unseen struggles. Lord, we lay every worry, fear, burden, and hurt they are holding at Your feet. You are close to the brokenhearted, and You see every tear they may not speak.

Please take away the weight of their worries and replace them with Your peace, which surpasses all understanding. Calm their racing mind, still their anxious heart, and remind them that they are never alone — You are with them every step of the way.

Give them the courage to trust You, the wisdom to know what to do, and the strength to walk forward in Your presence. Let them feel Your love wrapping around them like a gentle shield, and let their spirit rest in the knowledge that You are in control of all things.
Thank You, Lord, for their life, for their potential, and for the hope that is in them.

In Jesus’ Name, we pray. Amen.

“Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you… He will himself restore you and make you strong, firm and steadfast.” — 1 Peter 5:6–7

Dear Father,
We come before You with a heart full of love and faith, lifting up those who are carrying a heavy, hidden battle in their body. Though we may not know their names, we know You see them, You know their pain, and You know their heart.

Lord, You are close to the brokenhearted and save those who are crushed in spirit (Psalm 34:18). Even though these people cannot speak their struggle aloud, we proclaim to You that they are not alone. We believe You are the God who heals, the Great Physician, and we trust that You are working in their life, even in ways we cannot yet see.

Father, wrap them in Your peace that surpasses all understanding. Heal their body, strengthen their spirit, and give them courage to face each day. Remove every trace of sickness and bring comfort to their heart. Let them feel Your presence as a balm for their soul and a source of hope in their darkest moments.

Lord, we pray that these people may find trusted people who can stand with them in prayer. Help them to break through the isolation and let them know they are loved and valued.

We lift this prayer into Your hands, trusting that no one is hidden from You, and that Your mercy is enough for every veiled need.

In Jesus’ name, Amen

Heal me, O Lord, and I shall be healed; Save me, and I shall be saved, For You are my praise. Jeremiah 17:14

Please continue to keep Rodney in your prayers.
A large mass was found on the left frontal lobe of Rodney’s brain on July 30th. He underwent surgery on August 3rd in Mason City to have it removed. Thankfully, the surgery was successful, and the surgeon believes the mass was benign. Since then, Rodney has had a difficult recovery, including going in and out of the ICU.
8/23/26- Doctors have found the source of his blood loss and are treating him for ulcers. Thankfully, his blood counts are improving, the antibiotics are working, and there have been some encouraging signs. The hope now is that he continues to get stronger and can come home soon.
Please pray for continued healing, strength, and patience for Rodney, and for comfort and peace for his family.
Thank you all for your prayers, love, and encouragement. They are appreciated more than you know.
9/4/26 - Rodney has been moved to skilled care in Algona! Prayers are being answered and health is improving. 

Medications have been helping and Troy has been sent home in better health!

Prayers are needed for Troy H, as has been admitted to the hospital with sepsis.

Mary C's niece, Kathy (who lives in Ohio) who is undergoing open heart surgery this morning to replace a heart valve. Pray that that the surgical team and all who will care for her will be guided by God to give her the best care and bring her through to recovery.

Please take a moment to pray for little Lyla, who is 2 years old. Lyla is the youngest of four daughters to Abby and Brett.  Lyla was diagnosed earlier this year with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia. On August 17 she started a new, intense dose of chemotherapy which she ended up being allergic to and had to be taken to Children’s Hospital in Des Moines.
Update 8/21: Lyla responded well to the allergy treatment. She will be starting a different chemo treatment. Continued prayers!
 

Ryker and his 4 year old twin brother, Luke, are the children of Megan and Travis. Ryker has Leigh Syndrome (described below) and is currently hospitalized, as he is not eating or drinking and has developed tremors. Please pray for Ryker and his family during this difficult time.
Leigh Syndrome: In a healthy cell, mitochondria turn food into energy so your brain, nerves, heart, and muscles can function. In Leigh syndrome, a genetic change damages the mitochondria, so they can’t make enough energy. This especially harms the brain and spinal cord, which need a lot of energy to work properly. Without enough energy, brain and nerve cells start to die. This can cause progressive loss of skills — like walking, talking, or swallowing — and can also cause problems with breathing, heart function, and movement. There is currently no cure for Leigh syndrome.
Update 8/21: Ryker is heading home from the hospital today! Prayers continue that he will be able to maintain his energy levels and live the life of a 4 year old.

Roberto is the 6 year old son of Elizabeth and Robert. After unwarranted bruising and extended bloody noses, Roberto was found to have an extremely low blood platelet count (causing his blood to not clot correctly and putting him at risk for excess bleeding). He is going through testing to find out why his blood platelet count is so low.  Please pray for healing, that he is able to be seen by a specialist soon and get answers, for peace of mind for his parents, and that it is not serious.
Update: Prayers are helping and have been greatly appreciated! Roberto had an appointment with a specialist in early August and had some testing done. He is showing some improvements and has an appointment later in the month to hopefully find out test results.
Continued prayers are appreciated!

Tests came back showing that he had mono. Many thanks the prayers. They were powerful! 

Jeri has Vestibular Migraines and a large PFO (hole in the heart) and has been struggling with daily dizziness and migraines for over a year, unable to find a successful treatment thus far.
August Update:  Jeri continues to manage the migraines and dizziness while working with her medical team to see if a cause can be found and fixed. Good days are few and far between. Please pray for comfort and successful treatment options.

Daniel (son of Harry and Jeanine) and his wife Alex had twins born July 7th. The twins, Ella and Henry, were born about a month early and spent a month in the NICU. They are now both home, healthy, and doing well! Prayers for good health! Gratitude towards the Lord and all he has done and continues.

Channon (Bugs N’ Stuff) has recently gone through chemo and radiation treatment for prostate cancer. Mid-June he had a re-scan completed and was found to have new growth in lymph node.
August Update: At this time doctors are taking a ‘wait and watch’ approach for this “chronic cancer.” He wants to thank everyone who has prayed for him and continues to pray.
 

Jacqueline passed away earlier this week. Keep the family in your prayers as they navigate the loss of their mother and grandmother.

Keep Tara in your prayers as is going through a battle with pancreatic cancer.

Karen has been diagnosed with breast cancer. She had a lumpectomy in February and underwent chemotherapy in Mason City April through July 2026. Karen started experiencing daily migraines in June.
Update 8/21 : Karen is receiving radiation treatments on weekdays in Mason City. Her first radiation treatment started on 8/10 and she will continue them for over 3 weeks. Help with prepared meals has been much appreciated!

Allison L has been struggling with extreme, unexpected vertigo. She has been diagnosed with Meniere’s disease but has been unable to find successful treatment. Meniere's vertigo can last minutes to hours and include nausea and also typically involves fluctuating hearing loss, and tinnitus. Pray that she is able to find peace, comfort, and a successful treatment option.

 David, Donna M's brother, received a great report on Friday! His scans showed no signs of cancer! We pray for his continued healing, good health and gratitude for all that the Lord has done and continues. All of your prayers are appreciated and have been such a blessing to the family!

Please keep Tara (Kathy & Vern's daughter) in your prayers. She had emergency surgery mid-March to remove a mass from her colon. Due to the extended anesthesia, pain medications and a few complications, and her body is struggling to adjust back to normal. Tara needs to be able to begin eating solid food and walking more to regain strength.

Angie has Stage 4 Metastatic Breast Cancer and struggles with near constant pain. She has recently been struggling with pain and an infection in her foot. Angie has a bone biopsy scheduled for 7/10 to see if the infection has spread to the bone.
August Update: Angie had the top of her toe amputated July 24th. She continues to have multiple medical appointments. Keep her and her medical team in you prayers.

Bill Cook passed away after an extended hospitalization. A visitation will be held at Oakcrest Funeral Home in Algona on Tuesday, March 31st, 4:00-7:00pm. Bill's funeral service will be held at First Lutheran Church on Wednesday, April 1st, at 11:00am. Please keep the family in your prayers.

Lavern was diagnosed with colon cancer some time ago and has been receiving palliative care. In March 2026 he began sleeping more and having more bad days, leading to needing more care than he was able to get in his home. Lavern has moved into the nursing home and began receiving hospice care.
Lavern passed away on March 26. Please keep the family in your prayers. The funeral will be held on Wednesday at 10am in Tripoli.

David is awaiting biopsy results of a tumor near the bile duct and will be having surgery to remove his gall bladder due to stones. David has been the primary caretaker of their father.
Update: Biopsy results on his gallbladder were inconclusive so an MRI will be completed 3/20. 

Don was diagnosed with Burkitt lymphoma, which is a rare, aggressive form of non-Hodgkin lymphoma. He continues to undergo chemotherapy treatment at Mercy Hospital in Des Moines.

John had a cardiac ablation on February 27.
Update: the procedure went well! John is feeling well and no longer having symptoms

Shian has testicular cancer that has spread. He has had two surgeries and has begun chemotherapy for the tumors that are not able to be surgically removed.