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Knights of Columbus Prayers for the Good of the Order

May 22, 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 Fr. Tom Dolezal, at Shawnee Mission Hospital undergoing tests to assess current medical issues. (04/09/19)

4.For Deacons Travis Mecum and Anthony Mersmann, in thanksgiving for their ordination to the Transitional Diaconate on Saturday, May 18th at Holy Spirit Church. May the Good Lord bless and keep them in His care.

5.For 1st year Seminarian Joe Knepper, undergoing training to become a Navy Chaplain. (01/23/19)

6.For Fr. Mike Stubbs, pastor of Holy Cross Parish, battling cancer, prognosis is hopeful. (08/29/18)

7.For young AVI Postulants Briana, Catherine, Alexa, Kate, Liz, and Sarah, discerning their vocations, and young AVI Postulant Cherise, who will take her vows this December, in the Chapel at Texas A&M. (03/27/19)

8.For AVI’s General Assembly to be held in Rome, Italy, June 15, to assess their charism & vision for the past 4 years, develop a new vision for the next 5 years, & elect the new Mother General & her council (03/27/19)

9.For the formation of our seminarians, novice sisters, and permanent deacons.

10.For more vocations to the priesthood and religious life.

II. Brother Knights * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *

11.For Jack Winne (82), who died peacefully at 3am this morning, May 15th. May his soul RIP. (05/15/19)

12.For Steve Vehlewald’s Son-in-Law Nick Ward’s mother Leslie Ward, who died on Palm Sunday, April 14th. May her soul RIP. Prayers requested for her husband Dan, and Son-in-law Nick Ward. (05/08/19)

13.For Ken O’Bryan’s Father-in-law, Bill Peters, died peacefully May 1st. May his soul RIP. (05/08/19)

14.For Bill Pate’s son-in-law Robert Curry, Jr., died peacefully May 4th. May his soul RIP. (05/08/19)

15.For Everett Fritz’s wife Sandy, recuperating very well from knee replacement surgery on May 8th; sister Teresa Kirtley (54), on permanent oxygen suffering from Pulmonary Fibrosis, COPD, and extensive complications from diabetes. The Fritz family is very thankful for our prayers. (05/15/19)

16. For Don Goodwin, recovering very well from prostate cancer, but now facing hip replacement surgery

July 11th, (05/15/19) ; and daughter Sarah, stable, now recovering from breast cancer surgery. (05/15/19)

17.For John Sanem’s brother-in-law Bill Rakers, completed prostate cancer treatment, desires prayers. (5/08/19)

18.For Jerry Gerstberger’s wife Shelley, struggling with medical issues, (02/27/19); cousin Bonnie Ruder, continuing to lose her voice and the use of her arms and legs due to ALS, (05/15/19), friend Mary Ann Baz-Dresch, treating tendinitis in right ankle, currently wearing a brace, prayers requested. (04/24/19).

19.For Charles Priputin’s nephew Ray Telep (70), 2 successful operations, at home recuperating, thankful for the prayers, (05/01/19); friend Ralph Record, undergoing treatment for a serious blood disorder. (04/03/19)

20.For Rick Trudell’s cousin Rosemary Scott, who will undergo surgery May 17 to assess bladder cancer. (04/24/19)

21.For Joe Pollock, undergoing special treatment that slows tumor growth. (04/03/19)

22.For John Waters’ friend Archie Spencer, suffering with Alzheimer’s and Prostate Cancer. (03/27/19)

23.For Dave Chaffee’s brother Norman,76, ongoing, monthly treatment for Multiple Myeloma. (03/27/19)

24.For John Manning’s father Donald, a Knight for 68 years, dealing with several health issues. (03/20/19)

25.For John Water’s wife Margie, who is doing fine recuperating from bladder surgery Mar 7th. (03/13/19).

26.For Jack McGranaghan’s wife Anne, recovering from fall at home Feb 25th, no broken bones. (02/27/19)

27.For Val Ruzick’s daughter and son-in-law, special intentions; mother Theresa Ruzick (91), suffering with dementia and Alzheimer’s, friend Olivia Connealy (6), ongoing prayers for medical issues, nephew Jason, as he seeks new employment. (05/01/19)

28.For Joe Thomas’ brother George, recovered well from Open Heart surgery, is thankful for prayers. (05/15/19)

29.For Vince Kobolt, recovering from heart surgery to help control an irregular heartbeat. (01/23/19)

30.For Tom Spencer’s friend Addie Cook, starting 6 month chemo treatment for kidney cancer. (01/23/19)

31.For Ray Mersmann, fell and broke hip January 13th, is in recovery. (01/23/19)

32.For Ron Micek’s friend Larry Matney, recovering well from Jan 9th neck surgery; grandson, special intention; friends Ron Glen and Gene Hahn, many health issues; friend Dennis Keefer (77), painful spinal injury. (03/28/18),

33.For Joe Kolich’s: granddaughter Mary Kate, battling normal Spina Bifida issues; (05/01/19); son Jim, whose brother-in-law Kyle White (35) and friend Spencer, both dealing with difficult to treat medical issues; daughter-in-law Dana, undergoing new treatment for chronic, severe back pain, (05/18/19); Dana’s nephew Davis(10), chronic stomach issues, (11/28/18); Niece Barb Smiley, fell and broke pelvis, can now walk, but has nerve damage. (05/01/19) ; Cousin-in-law Dorothy(92), fell and broke her hip in April, required surgery. (05/08/19)

34.For Trinidad Molina, suffering from extensive left knee damage, facing long recovery. (01/23/19)

35.For Alan Ellebrecht’s wife Donna, who is dealing with recent medical issues. (01/09/19)

36.For Michael McCray, struggling with numerous, serious health issues. Prayers requested. (01/02/19)

37.For Joe Reyes, requesting prayers for good health for his mother, Herminia. (01/02/19)

38.For Larry Levret, battling graft vs. host disease with experimental drug yet to be approved. (11/21/18)

39.For Dave Wellman’s grandson, entering a new phase in life and appreciates all prayers. 10/24/18)

40.For 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)

41.For Jonathon White’s aunt Linda Droste, breast cancer, grandmother Margaret Droste, Alzheimer’s, and friend James Keegan, colon cancer. (10/18/17)

42.For John Braklow, kidney radiation treatments completed, further evaluation underway. (10/17/18)

43.For Mike Scherschligt, still battling serious back issues, and appreciates our prayers. (09/12/18)

44.For Bob Carney (RIP)’s: wife Joan, who had surgery (May 1st) and is doing fine, and who is also requesting prayers for son Brent (58), dealing with lymphoma and a very painful sciatic nerve. (08/01/18)

45.For Joe Horvat, in failing health, now experiencing kidney failure and undergoing dialysis. (04/11/18)

46.For Rich Triola’s brother-in-law Jim Brenford, recently placed in hospice care. (01/03/18)

47.For Tom Swortwood’s son, John Thomas, missing since December 2011.

III. Parishioners * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *

48.For Mary Jo Beary: preparing for upcoming surgery, and for a special intention for her grandson. (05/01/19)

49.For Gemma Campbell’s friend Laura Higginbotham, had recent surgery to remove a brain tumor. (04/24/19)

50.For Kay Dupree, recently diagnosed with a serious illness. Prayers appreciated. (03/27/19)

51.For 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)

52.For Maria Blanco: requested prayers to help deal with a very serious, lasting issue, (04/10/19), friend Shari Narde, who had 2nd cancer surgery Nov 28th (12/12/17).

V. Permanent General Petitions * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *

53.For all persons formerly on the K of C Prayer List with lasting issues, now listed on the Prayer List Extension.

54.For all Knights who may have special prayer needs and/or intentions that are not on this list, or the extension.

55.For all Knights and other parishioners and family members who are seeking employment.

56.For all ongoing prayer requests submitted to the AVI Collaborator Prayer Warriors.

57.For the Holy Souls in Purgatory, especially those who have no one to pray for them.

58.For the dignity of the unborn and all human life, including Christians being persecuted because of their faith.

59.For all people dealing with hunger, disease, natural disasters, unrest, and terrorism.

60.For all people dealing with depression, mental illness, and those contemplating suicide.

61.For family and friends who have fallen away from their faith.

62.For our parish's Stephen Ministers and their Care Receivers.

63.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.

64.For our deployed military men and women, may they be well and safe.

65.For our military men and women suffering from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).

66.For First Responders worldwide (Police, Firemen, EMTs), in gratitude for service, and prayers for their safety.

67.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. * * * *

Please email any updates to Joe Kolich (ninejks@everestkc.net) by Tuesday noon. Thank You.