VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
Vacation Bible School will continue through Friday and includes Family Night on Thursday night. Continue to pray for the remaining sessions and for the follow-up in the lives of all the children and families in the days to come.
“Jesus said, ‘Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.’” -- Matthew 19:14 (NIV)
“...humbly accept the word God has planted in your hearts, for it has the power to save your souls.” -- James 1:21 (NLT)
“Pray that the Lord’s message will spread rapidly and be honored wherever it goes...” -- 2 Thessalonians 3:1 (NIV)
“But the word of God continued to spread and flourish.” -- Acts 12:24 (NIV)
Pray that . . .
The VBS staff will be filled with the Spirit and be energized to press on to the end of the week with enthusiasm and energy.
The children will receive with joy the Word planted in them and that the Word will bear much fruit in their lives.
The children will take the next steps in their spiritual journey – accepting Jesus as Savior, baptism, etc.
The children will be able to share with their families what they have learned during VBS.
Families that have not previously been involved in a church will be prompted by their VBS experience to seek out a church home.
WEEKLY PRAYER UPDATE – July 16, 2025
Missions:
Stephen & Sabrina Marshall – church planting in France; Camp Horizon kids camp
Capstone Church, Helena, Montana – Caleb Groteluschen, pastor; Ben Quigg, worship leader
Senator Barnes & family – East Asia Anti-Human Trafficking Initiative for World Ventures
Juan Pablo and Sol Herrera – Hispanic ministry in Ponder
Pray for the disaster relief ministries from both state conventions serving in relation to the
recent flooding disaster in the hill country.
Church:
VBS
Follow-up on camp decisions
This week’s worship service, Bible studies, and BodyBuilder groups
Staff search for permanent worship leader
Personal Needs:
Spiritual awakening in our community, in our nation
Salvation -- Those on your "Who's Your One?" list
Vicki Belton – stent procedure on July 16, in addition to two others recently
John Frank's mother, Justine – tumor growth has reappeared; will undergo more treatment
John Frank's new great-niece, Maggie – born with tumor growth present; undergoing tests
Gary Carrington – has begun eight 3-week rounds of chemo treatments for the cancer present in several organs of the body
Judy Vaughan – in physical therapy in rehab facility; pray for mental and physical healing
Grief: Ponder residents Jacob & Breanna Bartz – sudden death of 8yrold Asher due to seizure
Arlene Bates' grandson, Joshua – have discovered tumor in his arm
Pat Howard – doing well in recovering at home after successful spinal surgery
Chris Blanchett – doing well, making good progress in recovery from heart surgery
Shelly Pope – continuing trial treatment for liver cancer – experiencing more side effects, including weakness and joint pain
Darrell Pope's sister, Carolyn Cast – now in Mansfield nursing home with Alzheimer's
Tommy Bean – recovering at home following stroke on Memorial Day
Kerr Broadstreet (Kim’s brother) – Kidney and shoulder cancers now in remission
Grief: Jesse Woolery & family – death of his father, Keith
Amanda Marquis Campbell (daughter of Bill & June Marquis) – progressing well at home after having kidney transplant on May 22
Justin McClain (Ponder resident) & wife, Maranda & 2 daughters – growing discouraged in battle with lung cancer; treatment is causing increasingly worse side effects
Jesse Woolery's cousin, Andy -- suffering from severe mental illness in Kansas
Those in assisted living/nursing homes: Carolyn Gillespie (now in memory care), Jack Williams
Our government leaders
First responders
Pray for all affected by the floods in the hill country.
“Jesus said, ‘Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.’” -- Matthew 19:14 (NIV)
“...humbly accept the word God has planted in your hearts, for it has the power to save your souls.” -- James 1:21 (NLT)
“Pray that the Lord’s message will spread rapidly and be honored wherever it goes...” -- 2 Thessalonians 3:1 (NIV)
“But the word of God continued to spread and flourish.” -- Acts 12:24 (NIV)
Pray that . . .
The VBS staff will be filled with the Spirit and be energized to press on to the end of the week with enthusiasm and energy.
The children will receive with joy the Word planted in them and that the Word will bear much fruit in their lives.
The children will take the next steps in their spiritual journey – accepting Jesus as Savior, baptism, etc.
The children will be able to share with their families what they have learned during VBS.
Families that have not previously been involved in a church will be prompted by their VBS experience to seek out a church home.
WEEKLY PRAYER UPDATE – July 16, 2025
Missions:
Stephen & Sabrina Marshall – church planting in France; Camp Horizon kids camp
Capstone Church, Helena, Montana – Caleb Groteluschen, pastor; Ben Quigg, worship leader
Senator Barnes & family – East Asia Anti-Human Trafficking Initiative for World Ventures
Juan Pablo and Sol Herrera – Hispanic ministry in Ponder
Pray for the disaster relief ministries from both state conventions serving in relation to the
recent flooding disaster in the hill country.
Church:
VBS
Follow-up on camp decisions
This week’s worship service, Bible studies, and BodyBuilder groups
Staff search for permanent worship leader
Personal Needs:
Spiritual awakening in our community, in our nation
Salvation -- Those on your "Who's Your One?" list
Vicki Belton – stent procedure on July 16, in addition to two others recently
John Frank's mother, Justine – tumor growth has reappeared; will undergo more treatment
John Frank's new great-niece, Maggie – born with tumor growth present; undergoing tests
Gary Carrington – has begun eight 3-week rounds of chemo treatments for the cancer present in several organs of the body
Judy Vaughan – in physical therapy in rehab facility; pray for mental and physical healing
Grief: Ponder residents Jacob & Breanna Bartz – sudden death of 8yrold Asher due to seizure
Arlene Bates' grandson, Joshua – have discovered tumor in his arm
Pat Howard – doing well in recovering at home after successful spinal surgery
Chris Blanchett – doing well, making good progress in recovery from heart surgery
Shelly Pope – continuing trial treatment for liver cancer – experiencing more side effects, including weakness and joint pain
Darrell Pope's sister, Carolyn Cast – now in Mansfield nursing home with Alzheimer's
Tommy Bean – recovering at home following stroke on Memorial Day
Kerr Broadstreet (Kim’s brother) – Kidney and shoulder cancers now in remission
Grief: Jesse Woolery & family – death of his father, Keith
Amanda Marquis Campbell (daughter of Bill & June Marquis) – progressing well at home after having kidney transplant on May 22
Justin McClain (Ponder resident) & wife, Maranda & 2 daughters – growing discouraged in battle with lung cancer; treatment is causing increasingly worse side effects
Jesse Woolery's cousin, Andy -- suffering from severe mental illness in Kansas
Those in assisted living/nursing homes: Carolyn Gillespie (now in memory care), Jack Williams
Our government leaders
First responders
Pray for all affected by the floods in the hill country.