Prayer Requests by Susan L.

    There was a tragic event in Alliston a couple of weeks ago. This morning I am felt led to ask for prayers for the families involved. A drunk driver killed one man and badly injured another town worker who were working the night shift on the main street of town. They were repainting the parking lines when the driver ploughed through and kept on going. The police were able to follow the paint splatters to the man's home where he was arrested and later charged.
  I'd like to hold him and his family up to God. Small towns have long memories. I pray the driver gets the help he needs. I'd like to ask for prayer for his family as well. The victim's families and the injured need prayer, above and beyond those needed to uphold them during the trying times of the first couple of weeks. Recovery from such a tragedy takes much longer.
  A constant figure of the downtown area passed away last week from natural causes. George spent his days washing the store windows and chatting to anyone and everyone. His limping, lumbering form and gentle demeanor will be missed by many. Please pray for all who are touched by this loss.
  Lastly, my pastor had a heart attack last Saturday. He was rushed to hospital where a stent was put in. There have been some issues with brain swelling due to lack of oxygen...
  I just read this morning's update. He has irreparable brain damage with no chance of survival. He will be taken off life support tomorrow. May God speed his passing. And Lord? Be with his family.
  If anyone you know is hurting, or suffering, or coping with catastrophic events, add them to this small list. The prayers of two are heard, the prayers of a world standing in agreement can ease the pain in the world. May the Holy Spirit guide our words. In Jesus' name I pray.
  "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted." Mat 5:3-4