January 9, 2019
I. Clergy & Religious * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
1.For Pope Francis, all bishops, priests, deacons, and consecrated religious.
2.For Venerable Michael J. McGivney, K of C founder, as cause for sainthood moves forward at the Vatican.
3.For Seminarian Geoffrey Calvert’s sister Allyiah Calvert, killed in a car accident Dec 17th. May she RIP. (12/26/18)
4.For Fr. Albert Hauser, who had his right leg amputated below the knee because of diabetes.
5.For Msgr. Tom Tank, very thankful for continuing prayers that help control his lung cancer.
6.For AVI priest Fr. Scott Kallal, in need of ongoing prayers as his situation entered the legal phase 10/9/18.
7.For Fr. Mike Stubbs, pastor of Holy Cross Parish, battling cancer, prognosis is hopeful. (08/29/18)
8.For young AVI Postulants Briana, Cherise, Catherine, Alexa, and Kate, discerning their vocations. (01/17/18)
9.For Deacon Dana Nearmyer, seriously ill with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma B. Requested prayers. (06/06/18)
10.For the formation of our seminarians, novice sisters, and permanent deacons.
11.For more vocations to the priesthood and religious life.
II. Brother Knights * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
12.For Brother Jerry Thies friend Larry Murphy (72), who died Jan 2nd. May his soul RIP. (01/09/19).
13.For Brother Bud Maskill’s friend Pat Shannon (93), whose son died recently. May his soul RIP. (01/02/19).
14.For Brother Ron Micek’s friend Larry Matney, who underwent neck surgery today, Jan 9th. (01/09/19)
15.For Alan Ellebretch’s wife Donna, who is dealing with some recent medical issues. (01/09/19)
16.For Brother Joe Kolich’s daughter Julie Barron, undergoing tests for some recent medical issues. (01/09/19
17.For Brother Charles Priputin’s friend Frank Wagner, having serious heart issues; and friend Ralph Record, undergoing treatment for multiple myeloma of the blood. (01/02/19)
18.For Brother Steve Vehlewald’s Son-in-Law Nick Ward’s mother Leslie Ward, undergoing treatment for stage 4 pancreatic cancer, needs prayers. (01/02/19)
19.For Brother Michael McCray, struggling with numerous, serious health issues. Prayers requested. (01/02/19)
20.For Brother Joe Reyes, requesting prayers for good health for his mother, Herminia. (01/02/19)
21.For Brother Fritz Olberding’s wife Lucy, hospitalized with pneumonia. Prayers requested. (01/02/19)
22.For Brother Dale Brenon, who died in Wisconsin on Sunday, Dec 23rd. Cremation and burial to be in Wisconsin. Plans underway for Memorial Mass and reception at Holy Spirit. May his soul RIP. (12/26/18)
23.For Brother Joe Kolich’s son Jim, whose brother-in-law and a friend are both dealing with difficult and challenging medical issues. Prayers requested. (12/26/18)
24.For Brother Justin Lillich’s wife Stacey, awaiting results of a breast biopsy taken Wed, Dec 11th. (12/12/18)
25.For Brother Joe Pollock, who is still undergoing long-term cancer treatment. (11/28/18)
26.For Brother Joe Kolich’s daughter-in-law Dana, suffering from a debilitating, recurring back pain caused by a tear between the 4th and 5th vertebrae in May, 2018; Dana’s nephew Davis(10), suffering from a 4 month old stomach issue that medical personnel, thus far, are unable to diagnose the cause. (11/28/18)
27.For Brother Val Ruzick’s daughter and son-in-law, special intentions; mother Theresa Ruzick (90), suffering with dementia and Alzheimer’s, great niece Josie Zager (11), thankful for successful treatment of an ongoing illness; and friend Olivia Connealy (6), continuing prayers desired for a medical issue. (11/21/18)
28.For Brother Bud Maskill’s wife Linda, thankful for our continuing prayers as she awaits the results of a major surgical procedure; sister Kay Rietveld, awaiting a surgical procedure cancelled due to the surgeon’s conflict; and friend Pat Shannon (90), whose son had a stroke and died recently. May his soul RIP. (01/02/19)
29.For Brother Larry Levret, battling graft vs. host disease with experimental drug yet to be approved. (11/21/18)
30.For Brother Jerry Gerstberger’s wife’s cousin, Bonnie Ruder, has almost lost her voice due to ALS. (10/24/18)
31.For Brother Dave Wellman’s grandson, now entering a new phase in life and appreciates all prayers.10/24/18)
32.For Brother Rich Grabbe, diagnosed with brain cancer in May, 2018. Good news: tumor has been shrinking. Bad news: Optical nerve damaged and eyesight is affected. Continuing prayers requested. (10/17/18)
33.For Brother John Braklow, kidney radiation treatments completed, further evaluation underway. (10/17/18)
34.For Brother Joe Kolich’s granddaughter Mary Kate, recovering well from Spina Bifida after surgery. Two areas of the brain are of some concern and are being monitored closely. Continuing prayers requested. (10/17/18)
35.For Brother Everett Fritz’s sister-in-law Teresa Kirtley (54): extensive complications from diabetes. (10/17/18)
36.For Brother Don Goodwin, stable, but is continuing prostate cancer treatment thru March of 2019. (10/10/18)
37.For Brother Don Goodwin’s daughter Sarah, stable, but is continuing cancer treatment thru Dec. 2018.(10/10/18)
38.For Brother Dan Hageman, completed successful, major knee surgery, now in physical therapy. (09/19/18)
39.For Brother Vince Kobolt, at home from the hospital recuperating from special, successful shock treatment, to restore an irregular heartbeat, (AFib). Will start cardio rehab next week. (09/19/18)
40.For Brother Mike Scherschligt, still battling serious back issues, and could use our prayers. (09/12/18)
41.For Brother Dave Boone's friend Juanita, facing serious health issues at Shawnee Mission hospital. (09/05/18)
42.For Brother Bob Carney’s son Brent (58), dealing with lymphoma and a very painful sciatic nerve. (08/01/18)
43.For Brother Joe Horvat, in failing health, now experiencing kidney failure and undergoing dialysis. (04/11/18)
44.For Brother Ron Micek’s grandson, special intention; friends Ron Glen and Gene Hahn, numerous health issues; friend Dennis Keefer (77), agonizing spinal injury. (03/28/18)
45.For Brother Jonathon White’s aunt Linda Droste, breast cancer, grandmother Margaret Droste, Alzheimer’s, and friend James Keegan, colon cancer. (10/18/17)
46.For Brother Rich Triola’s brother-in-law Jim Brenford, recently placed in hospice care. (01/03/18)
III. Parishioner/Other Entries * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
47.For parishioner Anne Kinskey, resting at home from a mis-diagnosed mild heart attack on Dec 24th. (01/02/19)
48.For HS Communications Manager Amy Stork’s dad, Ernie Peterson 88, suffering from Pneumonia, Dehydration and Sadness due to wife’s passing. (12/19/18).
49.For parishioner Denise Slaven: family, special prayers requested, daughter Magdalene (18), ongoing medical issues, nephew Hunter Brown (22), still healing from a serious car accident in March, 2018. (11/28/18)
50.For the Kilgore family: Charlie (Father), recovering from successful open heart surgery Nov 5th:; Terri (Mother), dealing with chronic health issues; and Stephen (Son), struggling with seizures. (11/21/17)
51.For parishioner Maria Blanco’s friend Shari Narde, who had 2nd cancer surgery Nov 28th. (12/12/17)
52.For parishioner Rose Mary Schroepfer, undergoing specialized treatment at Menorah Med Center (11/21/17)
53.For Parishioner Mary Jo Beary’s special intention for her grandson. (11/07/18)
54.For parishioner Nancy McCormick’s daughter, suffering from cancer. Prayers requested. (09/12/18)
55.For parishioner Maria Blanco’s ongoing prayer request for special intentions. (06/27/18)
IV. People with continuing and/or long term prayer needs * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
56.For Brother Dave Chaffee’s brother Norman, 75, no change in ongoing Multiple Myeloma cancer. (08/30/17)
57.For Brother Tom Swortwood’s son, John Thomas, missing since December 2011.
V. Permanent General Petitions * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
58.For all persons formerly on the Prayer List with lasting issues, now listed on the Prayer List Extension.
59.For all Knights who may have special prayer needs and/or intentions that are not on this list.
60.For all Knights, and other parishioners and family members who are seeking employment.
61.For all ongoing prayer requests submitted to the AVI Collaborator Prayer Warriors.
62.For the Holy Souls in Purgatory, especially those who have no one to pray for them.
63.For the unborn and the dignity of all human life, including Christians being persecuted because of their faith.
64.For all people dealing with hunger, disease, natural disasters, unrest, and terrorism.
65.For all people dealing with depression, mental illness, and those contemplating suicide.
66.For family and friends who have fallen away from their faith.
67.For our parish's Stephen Ministers and their Care Receivers.
68.For the United States of America, our President, the Congress, and especially for God’s intercession to suppress the assault on our constitution, religious freedoms, and other traditional American values.
69.For our deployed military men and women, may they be well and safe.
70.For our military men and women suffering from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
71.For First Responders worldwide (Police, Firemen, EMTs), in gratitude for service, and prayers for their safety.
72.For the intentions in our Church’s prayer book, and in deep gratitude for prayers answered.
* * * * Note: Bold, italicized entry indicates addition or significant change. * * * *