It is spring cleaning time and so I have created this new Prayer Circle for 2008 thread. Frankly, the other one, having over 7000 posts, was difficult to get through - especially for new members. I have closed the older Prayer Circle thread (http://www.prisontalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=134386) so feel free to post in here!

Ready, set go!

Thanks!

My son, Drew, is on the prayer circle, and I'm asking for a special prayer to keep his mind and body strong and focused on God. He took some food from WRC and he's been put back in prison; in confinement for at least 30 days and loss of 60 days gaintime. I won't be able to talk or visit for 30 days I know. Comfort from God is the best thing we can do. Be Blessed
My prayers are with Drew and that he will use this time to seek the Lord and grow closer to Him. I agree with you in prayer that God would comfort him and give him peace during this time. (This request is from the old Prayer Circle, but I didn't want I'mHis Mom to think that her request was being missed due to it being closed.)

Thank you, Terri. I, too, will be saying special prayers for Drew that he will feel our Lord's presence with him at this time and experience the love and peace of God.

God bless,

Cecelia

Thanks Terri and Cecelia.
Special prayers going out for Drew right now.

Be Blessed!

Prayers going out to all in need! I need some extra prayers too. My grandson's mother took away my sons visitation over a month ago. My son still lives with me but she promised I could still see him, the only time I got to see him is when Mike was doing 2 days in county. My son has hired an attorney and now she won't even answer my calls. Ever time I see a child the same age as my grandson (Malachi) I get tears in my eyes and now don't even want to go anywhere. The pain is so great that at times my chest just aches. Thanks so much friends as I always know where I can come for peace and prayers.
Hugs
Jean

My heart and prayers are with you, Jean. We only have one grandson (Kevin's son). Nothing has ever been done legally; there was no use when Kevin was doing drugs. Thankfully, we go to the same church, but we generally only get to have Levi over once a month, if that, for a couple hours after church. He's nine now and it would hurt so bad if we never ever got to see him. Unfortunately, grandparents have no rights in Iowa. I pray Mike can get something done with the help of his attorney.

My prayers are with you also, Jean. My son's girlfriend had my only granddaughter 6 months after he went to prison. We would meet at the prison and I would see all of them on one visit. His girlfriend quit visiting him 5 months ago (saw him once in Jan) and he hasn't seen his daughter since then. I saw her at Christmas and in January when I was bringing a TV set to give her. They live over 3 hours away and I have little time due to work to visit. I just wish that she would take the baby to see her daddy like she use to do. God Bless you.

Christ be with me,
be after me,
be before me,
and be at my right and left hand.
May everything I do be for Christ.

Jean, my heart goes out to you. My prayers are with you. Our grandchildren are our joy. Malachi needs both his father and grandparents. I pray that her heart will soften and she will realize this.

Sunday prayers have been said for all members and their loved ones.

God's blessings be with all today,

Cecelia

Jean, special prayers coming your way for you and Malachi.

Sunday, sprecial prayers going out for everyone and every need.

My prayers are with all of you and your loved ones.

Be Blessed!
Praise Him!

Jean, when that child grows up they will seek you out on their own. I have a relative who was shut off from a child. when the child grew, she sought out the family and now is in constant contact with them.

Sunday Prayer(s) for ALL circumstances and needs. Praising God!

I was upset when I saw that they had closed the "old" prayer circle post. I realize that it was huge; but is contained posts, scripture, poems, etc. that the new mothers found helpful. It is possible to see be seen; although not being able to post?

Jean I am so sorry for your pain. I have only begun to experience it. My youngest son has given me my first grandchild. Chance David is 5 months old. My son and his girlfriend break up every other day. I want to believe that God is working in their lives, yet at the same time do I need to prepare not to have Chance in my life? I haven't seen him in 3 months I am heading to NY this weekend. The girl tells me I can see him while she works Sat. Please know I am praying for you. NOTHING IS IMPOSSIBLE WITH GOD. I am praying that this girl and my son's girl have a change of heart.

Sunday prayers for all members and their loved ones.

ImhisMom, prayers being said for you and for Drew.

Jean and Davidsmominva, prayers being said for you and your sons and your grandchildren. My heart aches for you and I pray that God will soften the hearts of these childrens mothers and make them see how important it is to have a grandparent in their lives.

I want to thank all of you who have been praying for Pat. We have just found out that he has been approved to try for fire camp. Flymom, you are right, Holy Week is a time for miracles.

May everyone have a blessed and peaceful day.

It is possible to see be seen; although not being able to post? Yes, Lillybee. I think they will keep the closed one up so people can look at it. But, since it doesn't get new posts and it's not a "sticky" (which I assume are ones that moderators start), it will keep slipping down the list and will eventually be difficult to find (I think).

It's so sad when a parent keeps a child from those who love them for selfish reasons. Love is so important to children as they grow. They just can't have too many people to love them, especially if their home isn't stable. Yes, it can be complicated and emotions can run high but a childs best interest should always be above all else. I have bit my tongue and made many compromises to insure my grandbabies get to spend time with us. I also know that the love they get from their other parents family is important to them even though I'm not always happy with the home situation. I also try to be as unthreatening as possible, but it has been very hard at times. I praise God for each of my grandchildren and know that one of my greatest responsibilities is to pray daily for each of them. No one can keep you from that. You might be the only one doing that for the child. My Grandmother told me that even though she was sick and feeble she knew that she had a very important reason to be alive and that was to pray for her family, each and everyone of us every single day. I'm praying for you Jean and DavidsMominva and for these dear grandchildren who deserve to have your love in their lives.

Jean - Praying for you.

Monday Prayer(s) for ALL circumstances and needs. Praising God!

PLEASE keep in your prayers today Harold Cooper, Jr. He's going through some hard times right now at a GA correctional facility and needs God's guidance to make wise decisions. Thankyou!!

An Irish Prayer

May God give you...
For every storm, a rainbow,
For every tear, a smile,
For every care, a promise,
And a blessing in each trial.
For every problem life sends,
A faithful friend to share,
For every sigh, a sweet song,
And an answer for each prayer

Happy St Patrick's day to all. Isn't everybody Irish on St. Pat's day?

Pilgrim, so happy that Pat qualifies for trying out for fire camp. It is a great place to serve your time. You work hard but the benefits are so worth it. My son found the majority of the guys there were goal oriented and wanted to do what was needed to get out early. Tell Pat to go for it and congrats.

Monday prayers have been said for all members and their loved ones.

God bless,

Cecelia

Monday prayers for all members and their loved ones.

rominakins, prayers being said for Harold. May God give him the guidance he is looking for.

cecelia, thank you for your prayers and good wishes. We are so happy that Pat has been given this chance. And we keep on praying that God's will be done.

May everyone have a blessed and peaceful St. Patricks Day.:D

Congratulations pilgrim shadow! :D Pat has my prayers. :thumbsup:

rominakins, special prayers going out for Harold.

Monday, special prayers going out for everyone and every need.

Have a Happy and Blessed St. Patricks Day!

Jean, I too will keep you in prayer. I know how precious all our grandchildren are to us, and especially when those grandkids are from one of our kids in trouble. we need to see them not only because we love them but they are a connection to our child.
there are laws about grandparents rights. but most of that is probably based on $ to do that. which I would be lost if that happened. even a parent w/o $ can get screwed over. example, my oldest son, he and his 1st wife split, eventually she tired of the kids. instead of giving their father his rights to have his kids, she signed them over w/o him knowing to her parents. they all live in another state. gma & gpa are rich enough that should my son had tried to fight for custody he would have been shot down. now, my grndgther is getting married, and has decided that her dad didn't see her enough during growing up and doesn't want him to walk her down the isle.
I apologize, for getting off prayer topic. Jean praying for you and your son and your grandkids.

rominakins, somehow, we posted at the same time and I missed your post.
My special prayers will be said for Harold Cooper, Jr and I will add him to my prayer list.

I pray that God's wisdom will guide him to make the right decision.

Blessings,

Cecelia

Monday prayers going up for all families and prisoners represented here!
We keep in mind what Jesus went through for all of us, this week, so long ago--Let us all be humbled by his greatness.
Praise report- small, but big to us-- my 15 year old was granted a nice scholarship for her second year, next year, in private highschool. It's a blessing, we're hurting badly financially after my husband's failed business. This was a reminder to me, that the Lord is providing for His children, my children too!
We finally have health insurance too. We went without for quite a while, well, this same daughter had to have a physical today for tennis team. It was a relief to only have to come up with $25.00, instead of $100 and something! I'm thankful my husband is working for someone else..... I need prayers to help with my inner attitude towards my husband regarding all of this....
Thank you.

God bless you all, my son Harold made the right decision and is doing well..thank you for all your prayers no one can break the bond we moms have for our sons.

Keeping each of you and yours in my prayers and thanking God for his blessings to us.

Thank you for sharing that Flymom. It simply amazes me that God gives us what we need, when we need it. I am so thankful

Thanks so much for all the prayers and they worked I got to see my grandson tonight for about 2 hours! His other grandma (Mom's mom) brought him over tonight so both Mike and I could see him. She stayed too and that was fine with me as I got to see him!!!! Praise be to the Lord all things are possible with prayer.

Continuing to pray for all those in need, you all are awesome.

Hugs,
Jean

Tues morn. all prayers being said for today.

Be Blessed today all my sisters who walk this road w/ me. May the Lord watch over our children and protect them and bring them all home to their families.

Praise God I am so glad you saw your Grandbaby! I know you are one happy Grandma today. Thank you Lord!!!! I am going to NY to see my first and only grandson this weekend. I sure do hope I don't make that drive 600 miles and the mother doesn't allow me to see him. I received a call last night that had me up most of the night. It seems this Mom is so wounded she is not the best of Moms. My little grandson(5 mts old) has not had a bath in a week. Oh Lord. I think I am buying a nanny cam. Somehow, get it in that house. I know that is panic talking. I really believe and know that I know this is true. Chance David was sent here to heal. That little boy has a huge call on his life. Please pray for me, Chance and his parents.

I'm saying morning prayers, thanking God for answered prayers and asking for protection of our children and grandchildren. I picture guardian angles standing over my grandbabies and it's comforting to me.

Thank you Mother J. My precious Grandson is covered in the blood of Jesus. I too am praying for all Moms and children behind the walls today.

Jesus looked at them and said, "With man this is impossible, but not with God; all things are possible with God."
Mark 10:27

Davidsmom, special prayers being said for your family especially your grandson.

Tuesday prayers have been said for all members and your loved ones.

Have a blessed day as you love and serve the Lord.

Cecelia

talked to my granddaughter today...I had posted a prayer request oh a couple weeks back I believe about one of her gf's and baby.
update.. the gal is still in ICU critical condition.
:( the baby didn't survive. :(
please continue to hold this young mom up. besides dealing with recovery, she lost a child she never got to hold or see. a lot of mending - mostly her heart.
thanks

talked to my granddaughter today...I had posted a prayer request oh a couple weeks back I believe about one of her gf's and baby.
update.. the gal is still in ICU critical condition.
:( the baby didn't survive. :(
please continue to hold this young mom up. besides dealing with recovery, she lost a child she never got to hold or see. a lot of mending - mostly her heart.
thanks

Oh dutch this is so sad! I will keep her in my prayers and hold her up to God! As I am keeping all of you in my prayers.

Wondeful news, veryhurtmom,flymom and Jean!

Davidsmom, prayers coming your way.

Dutchgirl, I'm so sorry, she's in my prayers.

Tuesday, special prayers going out for everyone and every need.

Be Blessed!

Tuesday prayers going up! For all needs, concerns, here. For our "children" and our families.
I especially lift up Joshua today. He is up for parole, he is a changed person from the drug dealer he was as a teen. I pray that he gets released. He has been in about 20 ? years, 16, 17? somewhere around there. I pray for his Mom, Sue. I pray that the board find favor upon him. Sue's is expecting Josh to call her tonight, around 8 pm, eastern time. I'll report tomorrow!
DAvids mom in VA, how about setting up this young Mom, with a mentor? The pregnancy crisis center in our area does this. They provide a friend, helper, older experienced Mom to provide guidance. The cost- free and priceless!

I'm so sorry. My heart goes out to this young mom. May the Lord heal her physically, emotionally & spiritually and give her comfort.

Daidsmom ~ I pray for safe travels and for your grandbaby, the Lord is with you and guiding you through this!

Dutchgirl ~ Prayers for this young mom, may she find some comfort from the Lord, my heart goes out to her.

flymom ~ Prayers that the parole board was in favor of Joshua today

Hugs to you all,
Jean

My son is having a real hard time.. He is so full of pain. He says he doesnt write because he is full of hurt and nothing to write of.
He doesn't get to see his girls and I. It is hard with all the overcrowding.. No programs to keep his mind busy. So he is left alone inside his mind. They didnt have to punish him because he brought his own handcuffs. As no one could be harder on oneself than he..
Please keep him in prayer.. As I know that with God he will sustain all.. and give strength in the toughest of times.
May God Bless all of you and your loved ones. May God Grace his love upon thee.
Hugs..
Mamma of 2

Dutchgirl.. so sorry for the loss..

Tuesday Prayer(s) for ALL needs and circumstances. Praising God!

thank you for this prayer line, please pray for Brian he is going up for parole on April 21st and we are so very scared to death, so please say an extra big prayer for him when y'all pray, and GOD BLESS EACH OF You!!!!!;)

my prayers go out to you and all your loved ones!! may god be with you and comfort you and bless you in your time of need. please pray for me and mines as i am in deep meditation for yours!! stay faithful and prayerful.... most of all be watchful cause god is seriously at work and always in control!! i love you all!!! xoxo

momof2 .. I am so sorry for what you are going thru and for your son. We know that it is so hard on our babies there in prison. Continue to write and encourage your son, continue to pray for him. God is working inside him and won't leave him alone. He will stay right there w/him.
and take care of yourself so you can be strong for him.

Father, I lift up this mom to you. Lord you are the giver of Life and you fill us with all comfort and peace. Lord right now just give this mom a hug and give her the strength to walk the road before her.
Lord I also lift up her son to you. He feels so alone and discouraged. Lord let him know that you are there with him and you intend to stay there. Let him feel your presence right now. encourage him Lord not to give up. that even though behind bars he can still be free inside and no one can take that away. I pray a hedge of love and protection around this boy.
thank you Lord, in Jesus Name.

Briansgirl, we are keeping Brian in prayer. that there will be compassion in the board members and will lighten this burden by granting parole.

Wed. am prayers-

Lord, I lift up all needs, families, and prisoners represented here. Help us to remember, Father God, that you gave up your son, so that we may have life. Help us to give our children to you, so that you may do to them as you will, to lead them to eternal life.
Dutchgirl- amen, and I lift up that young Mom to the Lord, may she find comfort, knowing that her child is happy in Heaven. I pray for healing for her, physically and emotionally. I pray for the young Dad as well.
My friend Sue, did not hear from Joshua yesterday. We are still waiting for the parole news.
I pray for spouses today, all spouses, that the Lord lift them up to be the spiritual, Godly leaders of homes and families as He has called them to be.
I pray for single parent households, that Lord you equip them to be the best parents they can be.
I ask for mercy and grace, for our children at home, and those in prison.

"The LORD is my light and my salvation- whom shall I fear? The LORD is the stronghold of my life- of whom shall I be afraid?"
Psalm 27:1
Dutchgirl, my prayers are with the Mom that she may be blessed knowing that her child is in God's care. I pray that she may feel God's peace and love as He heals her body.

Briansgirl, special prayers being said for Brian.

flymom, prayers continue for Sue and Joshua

Mamma of 2, special prayers being said for you and your son.

Wednesday prayers have been said for all members and their loved ones

May God watch over all and pour His Blessings on you today,

Cecelia

Joshua update- the parole hearing is today, not yesterday as planned,(thought?).
Please keep it in prayer.

My son is having a real hard time.. He is so full of pain. He says he doesnt write because he is full of hurt and nothing to write of.
He doesn't get to see his girls and I. It is hard with all the overcrowding.. No programs to keep his mind busy. So he is left alone inside his mind. They didnt have to punish him because he brought his own handcuffs. As no one could be harder on oneself than he..
Please keep him in prayer.. As I know that with God he will sustain all.. and give strength in the toughest of times.
May God Bless all of you and your loved ones. May God Grace his love upon thee.
Hugs..
Mamma of 2
hi with hugs,
my son said he always managed to "drink himself into a pair of handcuffs"
he also said he had one allergy, that when he drank he broke out in handcuffs.
his humor holds him alive. when he gets down, it drags him to despair.
May God wrap his loving arms around your son, whisper words of hope, send a spirit of joy and peace no matter what his ears hear and his eyes see. May Jesus, his brother, walk this path with him with a firm grip on his hand as they walk.

My son said too he has nothing much to say so I write to him and excuse him from writing to me. I send him jokes, torn pages from inspirational stuff, books that are upbeat thru amazon.com. his prison allows paperbacks and they only cost a penny plus 3.99 shipping. so for 4 bucks I send him a book a month. like our own personal book a month club...LOL

Wednesday, special prayers going out for everyone and every need.

My prayers are with all of you and your loved ones.

Be Blessed!

I'm sending up prayers of thanks and praise for those who have received answers to their prayers Also praying for a safe journey for those traveling to see their loved ones. May God heal the heart and body of the young mother who has lost her baby. For those who are waiting for decisions to be made concerning their loved ones in prison, 'm asking God's will be done in each situation. My heart is especially heavy today for our loved ones who sit behind bars with so little to do. Young men and women who have nothing to write home about and are not receiving any training, rehabilitation or treatment. I'm praying for a change in the judicial and correctional system. May God's presence be felt by each of our loved ones giving them strength and peace as they serve their time.

Wednesday Prayer(s) for ALL circumstances and needs. Praising God!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I-x8YblG_-o

Let's pray that each of our children would have access to spiritual companionship and guidance. The prison where my son resides has a chaplain for over 600 inmates and no fellowship available.

the video is a sure sign God can work even in prison. hard though to see the shackles and jumpsuits...saw that many many times on my son.

Please pray for me that I have a safe trip to New York. I am taking care of a terminally ill woman who is 90. I have slept very little in the past two nights. I am leaving in the morning. I am so excited that I will be able to visit my son and my grandson. This is miracle week and I expecting a miracle. TexasFem's son made parole. Thank you Jesus!!!!!!!! May all of you have a blessed Easter!

Father, I lift up my sister Jill to you. Lord she will be traveling to see her dear son. We ask Lord that you will give her good rest, take away any uneasiness that may be lurking around. Lord we also ask that you will be with her as she travels. Protect her, and as she travels, let others see you in her. Lord give this mother a wonderful visit w/her son. And also Lord, what a joy to be able to see her grandson. Precious babies are a gift from You. Let nothing interfere. Lord we thank you that you love us and watch over us.
in Jesus name.

Jill, you will be in my prayers this weekend. Have a blessed time with your dear son and grandson. I'm also praying for your grandson's mother that God will work in her life. God's protection on you dear friend.

Good video. It brought tears to my eyes.

"Amen," dutchgirl. My prayers are with you, Jill.

motherof2, my prayers are with your son. I pray the Lord brings comfort, peace and encouragement to his heart, and most of all, that your son is able to forgive himself. There is no condemnation in Christ. Sometimes it is harder to forgive ourselves than it is to forgive others. I pray he is released and set free from any self-imposed bondage and guilt. May he know how much Christ loves him, and may he love himself enough to put the past behind him and look to the future he has in the Lord.

Lord Jesus I pray that your healing power breaks through the hearts that are hurting. I pray Lord that your touch and love comfort those behind the wall. Lord when they feel alone I pray you send your presence. I ask Lord that your peace and protection surround them. Lord I pray that you put others in our children's life that can minister them. Send angels Lord, send grace, send mercy, send love. For all the parents who are hurting Lord I pray you send your peace. In Jesus name Amen

Amen to above prayers! Traveling mercy to all!
Update on Joshua, he was told, "we believe you will be a wonderful addition to society when you are out." Then, he was told they will give him their decision tomorrow. (which is today.) I was surprised that the parole board just didn't tell him something yesterday! Sue says Josh is calm. She says she knows prayers have already been answered. I guess that's how RI works.
Lord Bless all of you, and all of "our" prisoners.

I got some devasting knews yesterday. My son who is only 18 is in jail on 2nd degree rape charges. Due to the circumstances of the case me and my family do not believe he did this. Yesterday he was given a lie detector test that we were hoping would lead to a bond reduction. He failed. It never even crossed my familys mind that he would fail. I dont think it even crossed his mind that he would fail. Im so disheartened b/c I truelly believe in his innocence to this crime. I know I have to be strong for him but sometimes its hard and I just want to curl up in a ball and cry.

Video was very moving and I felt the Lord's hand on me, thanks.
Prayers to all, may the Lord shine on all of you today and forever.
Hugs,
Jean

Tupaz. I am so sorry you are going thru this. I wonder if he is truly innocent, then maybe he failed because he was nervous ? that sometimes can be taken into account for a bad readout. maybe he can take it again ? we know how hard this is on you. be encouraged though. God is working and things will work according to His will and plan, not mans.
praying for you and your son.

Thank you Motherj for sharing the video.
Jill - may you have a safe and blessed trip to and back.
Thursday Prayer(s) for ALL circumstances and needs. Praising God!

The Lord is good and does what is right; he shows the proper path to those who go astray.
Psalm 25:8

Mother, thanks for sharing the video. It was very touching.

Jill, praying for a safe trip

Tupaz, special prayers being said for you and your son

flymom, , let us know how Josh does

Thursday prayers have been said for all members and their loved ones.

God's blessings be with you,

Cecelia

Prayers going out to all in need! I need some extra prayers too. My grandson's mother took away my sons visitation over a month ago. My son still lives with me but she promised I could still see him, the only time I got to see him is when Mike was doing 2 days in county. My son has hired an attorney and now she won't even answer my calls. Ever time I see a child the same age as my grandson (Malachi) I get tears in my eyes and now don't even want to go anywhere. The pain is so great that at times my chest just aches. Thanks so much friends as I always know where I can come for peace and prayers.
Hugs
Jean
to zcomm3 I'm sorry for your loss and I hope it works out for you. I say a special prayer for you

Amen to all the above prayers.
Jill, sending prayers for a safe trip.
flymom, that's good news, let us know what happens.
tupaz, special prayers coming your way.

Thursday, special prayers going out for everyone and every need.

My prayers are with all of you and your loved ones.

Be Blessed!

Thursday update:

Josh-his parole was denied! I can't believe it. He comes up again in 9 months, until now it's been yearly. Sue and I are wondering if it's because of what has happened in RI lately. They released a bunch of people, and every single one commited a crime, including murder, the following day. Now, they have a SO that was released stalking some school. Josh deserves to be out. He's done his time, worked on issues, and is now a Christian. I don't get it. I guess the Lord must have a different plan.....
Tupaz, each and every Mom here can relate. I remember so clearly how I felt. Take it minute by minute, don't open your door to media, lean on the Lord. Your true friends will be right there for you, and so are we here at PTO.
Kairos- made me cry, if I'm not trying to stay strong, I cry.

prayers for peggylost and her daughter.

flymom I am so sorry Josh's parole was denied. You may be right that God has other plans for him. Continue prays for you and him.
Prayers going out to all. Yes this is the safest haven I have found and the people here are wonderful, keeping coming back tupaz.
Hugs,
Jean

my prayers are going out to all who have heavy burdens on there hearts and have asked for help,lord ease everyones hearts and let them know that your plan is already in place for our children,and please hear the unspoken prayers,amen.

Good Friday Morning Prayers-

We give you thanks, and honor and praises this day. Lord, I stand in awe of what you did for me, for all of us, for our children. I pray that your blood be upon us and our children. We look to you for the way out of all the emotional termoil that us as Mom's feel. We ask that you touch each one represented here, and the prisoners we represent in an extra special way. Lord, let the prisoners think today about what you went through, let it cause them to tremble. Let each and every heart turn to you. We give you thanks.
We lift up all needs and circumstances posted here. We are mindful, you are Lord, we are weak, You are strong.
Amen.

Amen and Amen.

I asked Jesus
"How much do you love me?"
This much he answered
Then He stretched out His arms
And Died


Thank you, Jesus for loving us so much to give your life for us. Help us to love others as you have loved us.

flymom, I am sad that Josh didn't make it but have to believe that God has plans for him and has him where he needs to be right now. Prayers will continue for him.

Good Friday prayers have been said for all members and their loved ones. May each feel the love of Christ in your lives today.

God bless,

Cecelia

Good Friday prayers for all members and their loved ones.

May our Lord and Savior comfort all, may He heal all broken hearts and wounded souls. On this day, may we all remember how He suffered for us, how He gave His life for us. How He loves us.

May everyone have a blessed and peaceful day.

Amen and Amen to all the prayers!

flymom, I'm sorry Josh didn't get parole, special prayers coming your way.

Good Friday, special prayers going out for everyone and every need.

My prayers are with all of you and your loved ones.

Be Blessed!
Praise Him!

AMEN! Pilgrim, Cecelia & flymom.

May everyone have a blessed, filled-with-peace resurrection Sunday. I pray every one of our sons & daughters will know the love of Christ and the power of His resurrection. No matter what trials and tribulations we are going through, we can rejoice in knowing He lives and dwells within us: If anyone loves Me, he will keep My word; and My Father will love him, and We will come to him, and make Our abode with him (John 14:23). Praise the Lord! What an awesome God we serve!

Where man sees but withered leaves, God sees sweet flowers growing. - Albert Laighton

Amen, Terri.

Saturday prayers have been said for each of you and your loved ones as you prepare for your celebration of our Lord's resurrection tomorrow.

May your hearts be filled with His enormous love.

God bless,

Cecelia

Praise Him

HAPPY EASTER to everyone. Prayers be with all. ;)

Saturday prayers-
I give Thanks for all of our Blessings!
I lift up all prisoners and families represented here- I pray that the seeds we have planted as Moms are being watered, that they sprout, grow and mature!
I am praying that the Lord shake up our "prisoners" this weekend. Let the power of His resurrection take hold in all the prisons this weekend. I pray for a changing of hearts, heart attitudes, a softening of hearts, Lord, I pray that the hearts of our "children" are turned towards you, and softened!
We thank you and praise you, we stand in awe of who you are!

Saturday Prayer(s) for ALL circumstances and needs. Praising God!

I must get back to my passion for the prayer circle. I have been distracted for a while and now that it is over (quiet) I can think clearly again. Happy Resurrection Day to all!

Hello everyone,
I haven't posted in long time but I do check in often and lift up the needs in prayer. A lot has happened in my life so far this year. My husband has recently been diagnosed with cancer. It started in his colon and has spread to the lungs. There is really no cure but we go to see an oncologist next week. I don't think he wants to do chemo but we will see. We still have hopes that my son will be transfered closer to home so his Dad can go see him. So far they really don't care and it's hard for me not to get angry and bitter about that. I just have a lot going on and I know God is in control but so many emotions to deal with right now. Please lift my family up in prayer.
God Bless everyone and the one thing I do know is this is not our home and we can look forward to the place that Jesus has prepared for us and I look forward to that day. That's what my husband and I have been discussing lately and it is really all in perspective when you go through a time such as this.
"Remember Jesus Christ who was raised from the dead....This is the good news I preach." 2 Timothy 2:8

Prayers are needed for my son's unit. They aren't going to be allowed to have church services on Easter sunday. They had a shakedown this week and church was called off. Satan is really working hard at his unit. It amazes me that the warden won't allow services on the most important Sunday in the lives of Christians.

Lamont and I knew each other before, and he was not the man he is now. We're married now and I'm finding out things about him that are throwing me for a loop... I've prayed for a man just like him and now that God's done it...please pray for my senses to come to my senses... if that makes sense... :eek:
-and for everyone else... miracles with sentencing, facilities, guards, wardens... and judges... "the heart of the king is in the hand of the LORD and HE turns it how HE wants"...

-Delphine:o

He Lives
Happy Easter! Allelujah!
Jesus Christ, He lives!
Serve Him to receive salvation;
Eternal life he gives!


Welcome back Jackie. Sorry to hear what you are going through. Special prayers will be said for you and your husband. Also, prayers that your son will be transferred closer so your husband may be able to visit.

Zagava, they may keep the services from the inmates but they can't stop the silent prayers being said in their hearts.

Welcome Delphine. I pray the Lord will bless you with the wisdom to make the right decision.

Wishing each of you a very blessed Easter as you serve and love our risen Christ today.

God bless,

Cecelia

Happy Easter!
Special prayers going out for evereyone and every need.
My prayers are with all of you and your loved ones.

Be Blessed!
Praise Him!

Absolutely! If if wasn't for His "Death"... there would be no LIFE for us! And yes... I am making the correct decision-I'm sticking it out because we're worth it in the LORD! Thank you (and whomever else) spoke a Word of Life over our situation... and our marriage! :thumbsup:
-Lamont & Delphine

He Lives
Happy Easter! Allelujah!
Jesus Christ, He lives!
Serve Him to receive salvation;
Eternal life he gives!


Welcome back Jackie. Sorry to hear what you are going through. Special prayers will be said for you and your husband. Also, prayers that your son will be transferred closer so your husband may be able to visit.

Zagava, they may keep the services from the inmates but they can't stop the silent prayers being said in their hearts.

Welcome Delphine. I pray the Lord will bless you with the wisdom to make the right decision.

Wishing each of you a very blessed Easter as you serve and love our risen Christ today.

God bless,

Cecelia

Happy Resurrection Day!

the above got posted to quick.

Prayers going up for each and everyone of you, and the prisoners we represent.

It's the Holiest of all days, I'm believing that the Lord is speaking to "our prisoners" and I am praying that they are listening (and hearing!). Amen. This is the day that always gives me hope.... I don't know what I would do without that, I think I would be like Mary Magdalene, weeping, because she didn't know where the Lord was, and didn't know yet that He had (is) Risen!

Lord Bless all of you,

Happy Easter Sunday prayers for all members and their loved ones.

I was coming home from church this morning, driving up a country road. The fog was just burning off. The radio was playing "Jesus Christ is Risen Today". and just as the hymn was building momentum, the sun came up over the hills, the fog started to disappear and that sun was shining so bright and beautiful. I stopped the car, no one else was on the road and I just stopped and listened to the music. I kept thinking, He is truly risen, He is truly Lord. I said a prayer for all of us, and all of our children. It was such a beautiful moment.

May everyone have a blessed and peaceful day.

You are in my prayers . I too have a grandson who nine that has not seen his dad in two years and we only see him once in a while my heart breaks for not only the grandparents and fathers but for the children who are being cheated of love and time that can never be gotten back

Happy Easter! A prayer to members and their loved ones.
Father, in the name of Jesus, we lift up our loved ones to You and pray a
hedge of protection around them. We thank You, Father, that You are a wall of fire round about them and that you set Your angels round about them.
Nothing is too hard or impossible for You. All things are possible to us who believe. Let our prayers be set forth as incense before You - a sweet fragrance to You! To God the Father be all glory and honor and prasie. Amen.

prayers for momofns today as she walks a side road of this journey. For her son. Lord may all of this just be a passing thing and we see your hand in our lives.

And yet, Lord, you are our Father. We are the clay, and you are the potter. We are all formed by your hand.
Isaiah 64:8

Monday prayers have been said for all members and their loved ones.

May the love and hope of the Risen Christ be with each of you as you go through your day.

God bless,

Cecelia

Monday, special prayers going out for everyone and every need.
My prayers are with all of you and your loved ones.

Be Blessed!
Praise Him!

I am also keeping you all in my prayers. One day at a time!

I am asking for prayers for the people who just don't understand that words can hurt as much as fists!! I ask God to help them hold their tongues or at least THINK before they speak!

My mother was here for Easter yesterday. So was her almost constant companion.....a bottle of wine. She started talking about my son and how he may just keep getting in trouble and going to jail. (He's coming home May 6th after doing 5 months in county and 4 in prison) She asked how I'm going to be able to handle it.
I fairly calmly told her that talking like that doesn't help me! I want to speak positive words about him and his future. I want my family to say things like...."Jame, your son will learn his lesson this time. He's going to come home and fly right."
Sometimes I feel that negative talk can cut like a knife.
That's when turning to God helps me. HE can turn things around. HE can do anything.

Monday prayers going up for all families and prisoners represented here.

Pilgrim Shadow-What a glorious sight! It's funny that you saw the sun rise on Easter, on the west coast of our country, I saw the sun set on the East Coast! Two praying Mom's, on different sides of the country, seeing God's creation, and praying. I flew for a couple of hours late Easter. I was flying home as the sun was setting, I asked the person with me, (a beginning pilot), have you seen the sun set from the air before? He had, just once. This was the second time. It was fiery orange!
Jame- I will be in agreement with you, that your son will walk a different walk once home. That he listens to the Lord's voice, and none other. That he will be (and act like ) a blessing to you. And speaking of "flying right" the local general aviation airport isn't a bad place to hang around. You can't hang around airplanes and be drunk or on drugs. I know pilots who gave up that lifestyle because they fell in love with flying. I'm sure the love of flight is keeping others straight- I see it.
I give thanks to the Lord, and to all of you. It helps so much to know that I'm not alone in praying for my son.
Bless you all!

My daughter Kristie is at tutwiler .Please pray that God will cont. to give her the strenght to make it through she is in a program called the crime bill we are hoping she will get an early release so please keep her in your prayers.

Welcome to the Prayer Circle, Debbie. I've added Kristie to my prayer lists.

Jame, you're right. The Lord can do anything. Keep the faith and turn a deaf ear to those who speak negative about Jeff. You keep speaking life over him. The Lord will honor your persevering prayers of faith. Keep standing on the promises of God.

Debbie,, first ((HUGS)) to you. will keep your daughter in my prayers.

Tuesday Prayer(s) for ALL circumstances and needs. Praising God!

Tuesday morning prayers going up! For all families, prisoners, needs.

Debbie, welcome, Kristie is being prayed for. Tutwiler, that names sounds familiar. Didn't they have a large, health clinic there once? One that was run on by donations? I vaguely remember reading something about Tutwiler.

Have a Blessed Day everyone!

An empty cave is the greatest gift HE gave!

Welcome Debbie. Kristie has been added to my prayer list.

Jame, Amen to what Terri says. For those people, I pray that the Lord will touch their hearts and make them more aware of other people's feelings and hurt.

Tuesday prayers have been said for all members and their loved ones.

God bless,

Cecelia

Welcome Debbie, Kristie has been added to my prayer list.

Tuesday, special prayers going out for everyone and every need.

My prayers are with all of you and your loved ones.

Be Blessed!
Praise Him!

Jame,
You continue to speak positive words about your son. In Romans 4v17 it tells us to "call those things which do not exist as though they did..." so speak positive word over him. I have a son in prison, and people don't understand how it feels. I had a girlfriend who came out negative about my son's situation. She don't understand how words can hurt.
I will keep you and your son in prayer. Stay strong in the word.
God bless you and your son.
________
BT's Mom 2 Corinthians 5v7 For we walk by faith, not by sight.

Hello Everyone, my friends and family.
It has been over a month since I posted. Some things in my life have distracted me, I see now, these distractions were coming from Satan, it was His way to keep me from fervently interceding for our sons and daughters here on prison talk. There was a person who came into my life as a angel of light, I now am being shown that my faith was decreasing and I was not as strong as I was when I first joined prison talk. I want to tell you all, I need your support. I still become depressed and discouraged alot, even though my son Jonathan has little time left to spend in prison, I don't see a whole lot of change in some of his attitudes. Satan has been using alot of things to discourage me lately but I found this Psalm, it is Psalm 77
vs 10 - And I said, This is my infirmity: but I will remember the years of the right hand of the most High.
vs 11 - I will remember the works of the Lord: surely I will remember thy wonders of old.
vs 12 - I will meditate also of all thy work, and talk of thy doings.
vs 13 - thy way, O God, is in the sanctuary: who is so great a God as our God:
David was going through a hard time in his life, like we all are, we not only see him accepting his hardship, but looking beyond his hardship by recalling the past.
In vs 10, he says, "This is my infirmity but I will remember the years of the right hand of the most High."
Even though we are all faced with difficult situations, all unique, but one common thread, we must use this time to cast our burdens upon God and remember the times when He has brought us through and delivered us.
God is faithful to give us the strength and courage to bear any burden that may be on us.
"Fly back my soul, away from present turmoil, the the grandeurs of history, the sublime deeds of Jehovah, the Lord of Hosts; for he is the same and is ready even now to defend his servants as in days of yore" - C.H. Spurgeon
May God bless your day with strength.
Susan W

Jame,
My heart and prayers go out to you, I have felt and heard the same negativity from both my husband and my mother-in-law, you are right, words hurt more than anything, and you can never take back what you say, that is why Paul said, the tongue is a small member but can do great damage. Be on guard against negative people, this is the battle I am facing right now, protect your son, fight for him, the battle is not against flesh and blood but against principalities, demons and Satan. I am prayimg for you.
Susan W

everyone ,please pray for my son william,he isnt in prison,but has been trying sooo hard to stay clean,off drugs,he told me tonight he wants to come home for a visit,he is homesick,but he knows he also is fighting that demon that he says will get him if he comes back here,i miss him so,but i will deal with it to keep him straight,lord guide him to the answers he needs in his heart,thank you,moma k

Lifting up William and all our "children" to you Lord. Lord, let us not grow weary in praying for them. Help them stay strong, guard their hearts Lord, dress them with the armor of God so that they can withstand all attacts from the enemy! We call into being those things that be not as though they were- we call into being righteous, Godly adults that are a blessing to us, and most of all to you Lord. Let our children be pleasing to you. We know that you love them more then we are even capable of...
We give you thanks and praise. We love you.

Hi to everyone,
I am so thankful to have found this board! My 25 y.o. son David was moved to Coastal Tuesday. He is in for less than 6 months for a probation violation. David gave his heart to Jesus when he was 5, led youth Bible studies at our church, went on missions trips, preached on Youth Sunday, etc. In llate h.s. he started getting into some trouble. Then he was falsely accused by his former youth pastor of a terrible thing, for which he received 10 years probation. He violated that p. in Sept., they found out about it and took him into custody 2/7. I know God is using this to bring David completely back to Himself, but that doesn't make it easy on us moms, does it? I pray that he will become a light to others there. He writes to me that he loves God and loves people, but God wants all of him, obedience included!:)
Thanks for listening!

The Lord is good, a stronghold in the day of trouble, and He knows those who take refuge in Him.
Nahum 1:7

Welcome Miralari. David has been added to my prayer list.

moma k, your son, William, has been added to my prayer list. May God protect him and give him strength to resist the devil drugs.

Wednesday prayers have been said for all members and their loved ones.

God bless,

Cecelia

Wednesday prayers for all members and their loved ones.

Miralari, prayers being said for David.

momak, prayers being said for William. May the Lord give him continued strength against the enenmy.

Susan, prayers being said for you and Jonathon and your family. I know that God is watching over us all and he has those big shoulders to carry us in our time of need.

Jame, keeping you and yours in my prayers. Be strong.

flymom, that is very cool! And for those who doubt that there is a God, well, you just haven't really stopped and looked at a sunrise or a sunset!

My son, Pat is on his way to fire camp training. Not really sure where he is right now, the transfer process got a bit complicated. But... I am not giving up, I am not giving in, not one inch. Because I know that God is in control.

May everyone have a blessed and peaceful day.

Welcome Miralari - David has been added to prayer circle.

Wednesday Prayer(s) for ALL circumstances and needs. Praising God!

Welcome to the new mom's. Prayers said. I hope you feel the comfort I have knowing someone is praying for my son Russell. I just returned from the 24 hour drive (roundtrip) to see him. We saw him for a family night, brought in his favorite pizza. They haven't had one for 2 years and the Lord made this one on my school's Easter break. I saw him for 2 1/2 hours Friday, and 7-2:30 on Saturday. The longest time since he was incarcerated. He asks for prayer for his Bible study group. He spends a lot of time preparing for it and about 12 men are attending. I would ask you pray for a Bible teaching church to start visiting. Not many churches come.

hello I have some prayer needs. a few weeks ago I asked prayer for a friend of my granddaughter who had the accident while pregnant and they took the baby and both were in ICU. last I reported was that the baby had not made it.
my daughter just called, and it seems that Alyssa was in a coma this whole time and never knew until now about her baby.
please keep her and family in prayer for healing and encouragement.
thank you.

Wow Dutch, I am so sorry to hear about Allyssa and her baby. I can't imagine the mixed feelings the family must be experiencing. The joy and happiness that Allyssa is alive and the sorrow at the loss of the baby. I will pray for them.

Sometimes we think our lives are so bad but you hear about someone like this and suddenly our troubles seem bearable.

Anyway my prayers will be going out to all of you and your loved ones. And a special prayer of thanks to Dutch who is a light in the darkness, your words of encouragement are all over this site, you are a blessing to many! Keep those words of wisdom comin!!!!

God bless the inmates,
Mak

Welcome Mirilari628, David has been added to my prayer list.

Thursday, special prayers going out for everyone and every need.

My prayers are with all of you and your loved ones.
Be Blessed!
Praise Him!

Welcome to the new mom's. Please know that prayers are going up each and every day for you, your family, and your "child."
Dutch- I will pray for Alyssa. That's so sad, it broke my heart when we went through miscarriages!
This day, I just ask the Lord to let our "prisoners" stop playing the denial, and blame game. (that's what I call it), we've all heard it, it's not my fault, it happened because of so and so, or whatever....I ask the Lord, that those prisoners who do need to own their own behavior, that they do so. Enough is enough, I ask you Lord, to let them accept responsbility, so that their heart be softened, turned towards you, and that real healing can begin.
Lord Bless everyone's day.

"Talking to men for God is a great thing, but talking to God for men is greater still." E.M. Bounds




rkered, special prayers being said for your son and the success of his Bible study group.

Dutch, my prayers continue for Alyssa and her family.

Pilgrim, prayers for Pat and his Fire Camp pursuit

Thursday prayers have been said for all members and their loved ones.

God bless,

Cecelia

Thank you so much for all your kind replies. Today seems to be a waterworks day for me. I think it is because he was moved to Coastal Tuesday and we have not had a call from him yet. And he is probably hurting, too, for that reason and knowing he won't likely get 2 for 1 credit as he was told he was in Cobb. He is really down about missing most of summer and kayaking on the Broad River. I hope that he won't take for granted these precious freedoms when he gets out, which is August 6 as far as I know.

Thursday prayers for all members and their loved ones.

dutchgirl, prayers being said for Alyssa and her baby. May God give comfort and strength to her and her family.

rkered, prayers for your son and his Bible group. What a good thing he is doing for other inmates!

cecelia, thank you for your prayers.

Thnking of and praying for all of you. May everyone have a blessed and peaceful day.

Hi all. have an important prayer need. my youngest daughter has had a life time of problems. I truly think she has some emotional probs. first started @ 12 when she was raped. ok fast forward to hs... she got involved w/ alcohol and attempted suicide. then moved and got involved w/a jerk. got away from that and married a wonderful guy. problems. then rape again. split from hubby. met a guy who lives summer in alaska. last yr. she split on the sly and was starting to pick up pieces. he shows up for winter months, they get back together. now back in alaska. last night after bed she calls and leaves a hurried / whispered message on my cell. haven't had a chance yet to talk to her but need prayer for God to protect her (from him? from herself?) and figure a way to get her HOME - finances a real problem.
thanks

dutchgirl, special prayers coming your way for Alyssa.
pilgrim shadow, special prayers coming your way for Pat on his journey to fire camp.
Miralari, special prayers coming your way.
dutchgirl, special prayers coming your way for your youngest daughter.

My prayers are with all of you and your loved ones.
Be Blessed!
Praise Him!

I wish more churches would make prison visits to uplift the men. sigh.

oh jancy I agree. my friend that did the prison wristbands and started Innocent project... he told me of a guy here in az prison. no one visiting him, lwop, very depressed, no chaplain to visit. I have been trying to find someone to befriend the guy.
we need more prison visiting commitments.

Oh Dutch she is in my prayers. I pray that God will guide her home to saftey and she can begin to heal from all the pain she has indured.
Keeping you all in my prayers. I know this has to be so hard on you dutch. (((HUGS)))

pray she survives her mothers wrath. :angry: finally got her on phone. she says "did I leave you a message last night ?" uh you don't know? turns out she who is supposed to have stopped drinking was drunk. I am so mad. this continues all the time. one time she will do this and no one will think anything of it... oh its just dddd again. probably drunk. and itll be something real. talk about crying wolf. that girl needs to stop drinking. she is like her dad, alcoholic - can't even drink social or 'one glass' I can't keep this up. she is supposed to be calling me back so we can talk but I may just tell her to call tonite and talk to her dad. I might say something I shouldn't. God has to deal w/ her, but because of my prayer about david & where he ended up for God to deal with I am a bit 'gunshy'. Lord help please I can't keep doing this

Just prayed for dutchgirl and daughter and others. Thanks for praying for Russell. I just hope he doesn't serve all 23 years, especially in Alabama

Just said my "dailies" These days it seems to take me longer and longer! D'gal, I said an extra prayer for your baby girl. I know you are angry with her right now, but she is so far from home. I pray she is safe, even if it be from herself.

Wendy

My heart goes out to you, dutchgirl, and to your daughter. No matter how much we trust the Lord, it still hurts a mother's heart when a son or daughter is living a destructive lifestyle. It tears us up inside, and there's really nothing we can do to make them change their ways. They are caught in believing the lies of the enemy and only until they are truly ready to break free, can they. Only the Lord truly knows when their hearts are ready to surrender. I pray for the conviction of the Holy Spirit and the overwhelming love of God to touch your daughter's heart, mind and soul. And, I pray you are able to rest in the Lord and find that place of peace that can only be found in Him.

With love & prayers,

I'm praying for all of you with requests. Dutchgal, my prayers are with you and your daughter. I understand the frustration and have had to turn my daughter over to God when I could no longer deal with her situation. She knows I love her and pray for her daily, but I'm not trying to fix her any longer. (It's a bit different when it comes to her children though. I can't bare to see them suffer.) I pray that God will comfort you and give you peace. May God protect your daughter.

Just went through and updated my prayer lists. I wanted to say "welcome" to Miralari; I've added David to my prayer lists. I pray you hear from him soon.

And, moma k, my prayers are with William. I know the struggles of drug addiction; I have two sons who have gone through it. May the Lord strengthen William, give him wisdom and the desire to draw near to Him. And, may He also comfort and give you peace, moma k.

Thursday Prayer(s) for ALL needs and circumstances. Praising God!

There is power in our prayers and I am praying for each one of you and your children and families. God be with you and bless you!

Friday, special prayers going out for everyone and every need.
My prayers are with all of you and your loved ones.

Be Blessed!
Praise Him!

The Lord is my rock, my fortress and my deliverer; my God is my rock in whom I take refuge. He is my shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold.
Psalm 18:2

Friday prayers being said for all members and their loved ones.

May your day be blessed with the love and peace of our Lord.

God bless,

Cecelia

Friday prayers for all members and their loved ones.

God grant me the patience for the changes that take time.

May everyone have a blessed and peaceful day.

Friday morning prayers going up for all us Mom's and our "children."
I ask the Lord for peace, a peace that passeth all understanding....
I thank Him that our home has been peaceful, and that I was blessed at the parent-teacher conferences last night concerning my 15 year old. It is so nice to hear all the wonderful things the teachers say about my daughter, after the years of horrible, horrible reports about my son, Tom. It gave me peace, and I see the Lord working in her life, and I believe she is right where the Lord wants her to be.. so, now I need to have faith that he's moving in our "prisoner's" lives, even though us Moms may not see it yet...
Lord Bless...

Friday Prayer(s) for ALL circumstances and needs. Praising God!

With tears I thank you...


momof2 .. I am so sorry for what you are going thru and for your son. We know that it is so hard on our babies there in prison. Continue to write and encourage your son, continue to pray for him. God is working inside him and won't leave him alone. He will stay right there w/him.
and take care of yourself so you can be strong for him.

Father, I lift up this mom to you. Lord you are the giver of Life and you fill us with all comfort and peace. Lord right now just give this mom a hug and give her the strength to walk the road before her.
Lord I also lift up her son to you. He feels so alone and discouraged. Lord let him know that you are there with him and you intend to stay there. Let him feel your presence right now. encourage him Lord not to give up. that even though behind bars he can still be free inside and no one can take that away. I pray a hedge of love and protection around this boy.
thank you Lord, in Jesus Name.

:) jancy
:) Cecelia
:) Believing
Thank you so much for your words. I heard my babies voice twice this week. They installed phones.:thumbsup: He ask me to keep writing and that he is doing all I say but he still is depressed. He is trying to put God 1st. He is doing better.
You know its been awhile since I posted. I felt your prayers.. I spent this Easter with my Lord and Savior.
God Bless you all and thank you for your wonderful prayers..
It is nice to know others understand and are putting their hearts to all of us in need of prayers...for kind words.
May God Bless you with Grace and his abundance of Love.

When I got on my knees and prayed my Mothers prayer, for my son to go to jail so he could live. I heard God say... "then dont worry.. for if you worry you take it from me.."
I lived by those words.
May those words help those, who worry, about their loved ones..
Hugsssssssssssssssss

Saturday Prayer(s) for ALL circumstances and needs. Praising God!

:) jancy
:) Cecelia
:) Believing
Thank you so much for your words. I heard my babies voice twice this week. They installed phones.:thumbsup: He ask me to keep writing and that he is doing all I say but he still is depressed. He is trying to put God 1st. He is doing better.
You know its been awhile since I posted. I felt your prayers.. I spent this Easter with my Lord and Savior.
God Bless you all and thank you for your wonderful prayers..
It is nice to know others understand and are putting their hearts to all of us in need of prayers...for kind words.
May God Bless you with Grace and his abundance of Love.

When I got on my knees and prayed my Mothers prayer, for my son to go to jail so he could live. I heard God say... "then dont worry.. for if you worry you take it from me.."
I lived by those words.
May those words help those, who worry, about their loved ones..
Hugsssssssssssssssss


Be encouraged my sister!!!!!

I heard someone say if you pray don't worry and if you worry don't pray. I say to your pray about it and let God do the rest....I'm not only talking to you but I'm talking to myself also because this has been my struggle....for some reason I think God needs my help:) .

Too Blessed to be Stressed and too annointed to be disappointed!!!!

Praise God for all the times He told you “No”. Every time He tells you “No”, He’s leading you to a better “Yes” .Lura Cox

Mother of two. I am so glad that you are able to talk to your son. God is working in his life and will be with him.

Saturday prayers have been said for all members and their loved ones.

God bless,

Cecelia

Saturday, special prayers going out for everyone and every need.

Be Blessed!
Praise Him!

and prayed my Mothers prayer, for my son to go to jail so he could live. I heard God say... "then dont worry.. for if you worry you take it from me.."
I lived by those words.
May those words help those, who worry, about their loved ones..
Hugsssssssssssssssss


what wonderful words! I once heard this:
you take your problems to God like a child brings a ball of tangled yarn to you.
the child walks off knowing with confidence that you are able to untangle that yarn.

we need to walk off and let God do the untangling.:thumbsup:

When I got on my knees and prayed my Mothers prayer, for my son to go to jail so he could live

Mother of 2... that is what I did too, I prayed a mothers most difficult prayer. Lord take my child and help him. now I hadn't planned on God putting him in prison, but that is just what my son needed. now the really hard part. trusting and letting God work in his life.

Saturday prayers going up for all mom's and our "children."

I stand in awe of the heavy, heavy prayers we as mothers have prayed. I too have prayed some heavy prayers, prayers that I wouldn't even post here.... Lord, we pray that nothing less then your perfect will be done in each of these prisoners lives. We give each and every prisoner to you, you love them more then we are capable of loving. Your mother, stood there in pain watching you die, so we can live, help us as we stand in pain, so that our sons will live, not just now, but eternally with you.

In whatever direction you turn, you will see God coming to meet you; nothing is void of him, he himself fills all his work. -- Seneca

Sunday prayers have been said for all members and their loved ones.

Wishing each a joyful day as you praise and serve our Lord

God bless,

Cecelia

Sunday prayers went up for all of us Moms and our "children."

Lord, Bless all my sisters here. Let them feel your love as they enjoy this day that you made.

Sunday prayers for all members and their loved ones.

May everyone have a blessed and peaceful day.

Sunday Prayer(s) for ALL circumstances and needs. Praising God!

Praying the Lord will touch each and every mom, dad and PTO member and their loved ones. May all chains of regret, condemnation, and hopelessness be broken and replaced by hope, faith and love.

Show me thy ways, O LORD; teach me thy paths. Lead me in thy truth, and teach me: for thou art the God of my salvation; on thee do I wait all the day."
Psalm 25:4-5

Monday prayers will be said for all members and their loved ones

May you feel His strength and hope as you begin your week

God bless,

Cecelia

hey all, asking prayer for one of our young men at church. he is a security guard and the business where he was working a few days ago.. late that day, there was a vehicle t-boned by another and one caught fire. he called 911 then ran over to try to help.... unfortunetly he could not help and ended up watching the person in vehicle burn to death. It has caused a lot of mental and emotional anguish on this young man. he could use some prayer. also the family of victim.
thanks

Monday prayers for all members and their loved ones.

dutchgirl, how sad. Prayers are being said for all who were involved.

I would like to ask for prayers for my Aunt Louise. She was diagnosed with breast cancer and is undergoing surgery this Thursday. She sounds positive, upbeat and I think she can beat this. When I asked what I could do, she simply said "Just pray for me".

May everyone have a peaceful and blessed day.

Monday Prayer(s) for ALL circumstances and needs. Praising God!
Prayer said Dutchgirl.

I'm praising God for answered prayers! Also praying for D'gals aquaintance and all involved as well as Aunt Louise as she faces surgery and recovery.
Please say a prayer for my 3rd daughter and her sick baby. She is with a man who smokes constantly around the baby, they have no gas or electricity and little else. I've been taking groceries and clothes for daughter and baby. We also care for her 3 year old daughter 50% of the time.

God please bless your children as they reach out and bless others.

pilgrim shadow, prayers being said for your aunt. God is still Jehovah Rapha.. God our healer.
motherJ. prayers for your daughter & grandbaby. that is no lifestyle for either and I pray that God will open her eyes and help her to get out of this situation.

Just read the paper and saw where VA is accepting 300 inmates from Wyo. Most of them will be transferred to Wallens Ridge State Prison where my son is located. It is purely a short-term solution to the money situation with VA DOC and doesn't have to do with extra space in VA. Of course this concerns me as it could adversely affect the treatment the current inmates receive. Praying for safety and treatment of all of our children in prison.

Dutchgirl, pilgrim shadow and MotherJ, special prayers being said for each of your requests.

God bless,

Cecelia

Monday prayers being said for all of us, our "children" as well as the special prayer requests mentioned above.
I would also like to pray for the "new Mom's" on this site.
Lord hear our prayers....

Dutchgirl, how devastating. My prayers are with the young man and the family of the victim.

Pilgrim, praying for your Aunt Louise. Sounds like she's a woman of great faith.

MotherJ, my prayers are with your daughter, her children, the man she's with and their circumstances. Praying, especially, for divine protection for the baby. May they realize their need, turn to the Lord, and turn their lives around--all for His glory. I also pray for wisdom and guidance from the Lord concerning the relocation of those prisoners.

Lord God, please move on our petitions and prayers according to Your will. Our trust is in You. You alone are our hope. You are all we need.

i would like to say prayers for all the mothers here and the children they so much love and want to protect,we cant do it lord so we ask that you keep them in your safe arms,we know they will be loved and safe through you lord,,,
also my prayers are going up and out to pilgrims aunt louise,may the lord heal her ,and give her many many more years on this earth to cherish,,,and to mother j,im praying for your daughter and little grandbaby,may they get well,lord keep them warm,,,,,and dgal,im praying for that young man to be able to find the strength to know he done all he could,and to let the memory of the fire fade so he may see peace in his heart,,,sweet jesus amen.

I to am holding all of you and your families up to the Lord. I know that He does all things for us. I pray that all these struggles, sadness and pain will be healed soon. I pray for those of us who are a bit over sensitive about things in our lives that may have said things that could have hurt others that they will be forgiving and you will help those of us that are over sensitive not to be so much! Yes I am one of those people. So I pray if I have offended any of you with things that I have said at anytime that you will find it in your hearts to forgive me and know that I am not perfect and live with the pain and sorrow you are all living with in different ways. I pray that God will guide each of us. Speak to our hearts, Control our hearts, minds and tongues. Bless each one of you. I pray these things in Jesus name Amen.

Answer me when I call to you, O my righteous God. Give me relief
from my distress; be merciful to me and hear my prayer.
-- Psalm 4:1

Tuesday prayers have been said for each member and your special requests and your loved ones.

I ask God to be with each of you today and comfort you and hear your heart's prayers.

God bless,

Cecelia

Tuesday prayers- going up for all of our "children" and us!

Lord, stay on our kids! Keep working on them, we give them to you to move in their hearts and their lives.
We thank you for all of our blessings, and we remember without you, we are nothing.

Tuesday, special prayers going out for everyone and every need.

My prayers are with all of you and your loved ones.
Be Blessed!

please pray for me, april 17h is my cdate

justadeb I keep you in my prayers everyday as I do all our moms and children! God Bless You!

Please pray for the youth of Chicago. Nine teens were shot over the past 3 days in separate incidents and my heart is aching for the mothers that will be burying their children this week and the mothers who will lose their sons to prison this week.
I can't bear to turn on the news anymore. These children are killing each other and leaving behind destroyed families. What in God's name is the solution??!!!!

Jame I surely can't answer your question but my heart and prayers goes out to all these parent's and loved ones that are hurting such a horrible pain. I pray for each and everyone one of them involved. What a tragedy! Only God knows why these things are allowed to happen. Sure makes me sad to think of what these families are going through. :(

jame i am with you on not being able to watch the news anymore or read local paper. and now i do not even like to answer my door..i hear a siren and my heart gose into over drive..praying for all the young people..here there and inbetween

Wednesday prayers for all members and their loved ones.

Thank you for your prayers for Aunt Louise. She has been there for me, during these last few years. Her pep talks and amazing faith have kept me going. I can do no less for her during this time.

jame, I don't have an answer. I wish I did. Each day there seems to be more sadness and my heart breaks for all the families involved.

justadeb, you are in my prayers.

May everyone have a blessed and peaceful day.

Lamentations 3:22-24
The unfailing love of the LORD never ends! By his mercies we have been kept from complete destruction. Great is his faithfulness; his mercies begin afresh each day. I say to myself, "The LORD is my inheritance; therefore, I will hope in him!"

justadeb, special prayers will be said for you especially on the 17th.
Let us know how it goes.

jame, these times are so sad. It is so important to pray for one another and stay close to God.

Wednesday prayers have been said for all members and their loved ones.

God bless,

Cecelia

update on my granddaughters friend who had accident & lost baby.

Alyssa was moved to another hospital for brain injury, is blind in one eye, broke arm in 4 places. has trech (sp) in so not talking.

Pilgrim Shadow, special prayers going out for Aunt Louise.
justadeb, special prayers for you on April 17th.
dutchgirl, special prayers still going out for Alyssa.


Wednesday, special prayers going out for everyone and every need.

My prayers are with all of you and your loved ones.

Be blessed!
Praise Him!
Trust Him!

Saying Wednesday prayers for all members and their loved ones. Also, asking God to bless those who visit the site. Lord, we praise you for your greatness and your concern and love for each of us.

A late night prayer for all of the moms on PTO....
May you all sleep soundly tonight knowing you are loved and protected by the Almighty Father.

For our boys and girls....
May you spend some time awake tonight in your cells, staring at the ceiling, thinking of your loved ones and praying to our God.

No matter where we lay our heads tonight, the Lord is right beside us.

"Amen," Jame.

Amen Jame,amen,,my Son Called Tonight To Say He Was Thinking Of His Family,amen

I cannot Do This Alone
O God, early in the morning I cry to you.
Help me to pray
And to concentrate my thoughts on you:
I cannot do this alone.
In me there is darkness,
But with you there is light;
I am lonely, but you do not leave me;
I am feeble in heart, but with you there is help;
I am restless, but with you there is peace.
In me there is bitterness, but with you there is patience;
I do not understand your ways,
But you know the way for me...
Restore me to liberty,
And enable me to live now
That I may answer before you and before me.
Lord, whatever this day may bring,
Your name be praised.

-Dietrich Bonhoeffer

Good Morning,

What a beautiful poem Mother J. I also was touched by Jame's prayer. The Lord is right beside us.... Its a new day. His mercies and grace are new every morning.

I pray the Holy Spirit moves in everyone lives on this site, this day. May the Lord meet the needs of all that are hurting. May His joy replace the sadness and His love overcomes the pain. In Jesus Name. Amen

Thursday Prayer(s) for ALL circumstances and needs. Praising God!

Father, if it be possible, let this cup pass from me: nevertheless, not as I will, but as thou wilt.
Matthew 26:39

Thank you Jame and Mother J for sharing those prayers. Amen, davidsmom.

Thursday prayers have been said for all members and your loved ones.

I ask God to give you strength as you go about doing His will today

God bless,

Cecelia

Thursday prayers for all members and their loved ones.

Thank you MotherJ and jame. Amen!

May everyone have a blessed and peaceful day.

Just wanted to report that I got a call and letter from my son yesterday. He reported that a number of the 300 prisoners moved to VA from Wy are in the pod next to his, but are not allowed to mix with the VA prisoners. He says that other than verbal threats hollared at him and other VA inmates they are not impacted by their presence. He also said that he can now spend time outside every other day. (last time I saw him he was so pale.) So I'm relieved and appreciative of your prayers.

Amen, Jame and MotherJ!
Thursday, special prayers going out for everyone and every need.

Be Blessed!
Praise Him!

The road to success is not straight. There is a curve called failure, a loop called confusion, speed bumps called friends, red lights called enemies, caution lights called family. You will have flats called jobs. But, if you have a spare called Determination, an engine called Perserverance, insurance called Faith, a driver called Jesus, you will make it to a place called Success.

Be Blessed!!!!!!

reading all your posts...in spirit with you all.

Thursday prayers going up!
Lord, bless the inmates, soften their hearts, continue the work that you've begun.
We give you thanks and praise.

"AMEN" sonya! If only we could remember to let Jesus do the driving--at all times and everywhere we go!

My prayers are with all. Hope everyone has a blessed and fulfilling weekend. May God's hand direct and guide each of us, our children, family and friends. I ask an extra special blessing for loved ones who are incarcerated, those who are out and trying to make a new way of life, and those who are in self-made prisons due to bondages (whether it be drugs, condemnation or unforgiveness). May our Lord send His heavenly hosts to guard and protect those who are being attacked by spirits of darkness. I thank the Lord that the victory is ours! The enemy has already been defeated by the blood of the Lamb. May this be a reality to each of us, and may we walk in this assurance. For those who are struggling with their trust and faith, rest in the knowledge that we are one body and many are upholding you in prayer and intercession. I thank the Lord that when we are weak, He is strong.

May the blessings of the Lord Jesus bring inner joy and peace to everyone here and their loved ones.

I imagine that a lot of you have seen this prayer..........I found it about a year ago and was deeply touched. Sent it to my son and his spiritual advisor.

A Daily Prayerfor Justice and Mercy

Jesus, united with the Father and the Holy Spirit,
give us your compassion for those in prison.
Mend in mercy the broken in mind and memory.
Soften the hard of heart, the captives of anger.
Free the innocent; parole the trustworthy.
Awaken the repentence that restores hope.
May prisoners' families persevere in their love.
Jesus, heal the victims of crime.
They live with the scars.
Lift to eternal peace those who die.
Grant victims' families the forgiveness that heals.
Give wisdom to lawmakers and to those who judge.
Instill prudence and patience in those who guard.
Make those in prison ministry bearers of your light,
for all of us are in need of your mercy!
Amen.

…but those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.
Isaiah 40:31

Thank you, Mother J for sharing that great prayer.

Friday prayers have been said for all members and their loved ones.

God's blessings on all,

Cecelia

Friday Prayer(s) for ALL circumstances and needs. Praising God!

I imagine that a lot of you have seen this prayer..........I found it about a year ago and was deeply touched. Sent it to my son and his spiritual advisor.


A Daily Prayerfor Justice and Mercy



Jesus, united with the Father and the Holy Spirit,


give us your compassion for those in prison.


Mend in mercy the broken in mind and memory.

Soften the hard of heart, the captives of anger.
Free the innocent; parole the trustworthy.
Awaken the repentence that restores hope.
May prisoners' families persevere in their love.
Jesus, heal the victims of crime.
They live with the scars.
Lift to eternal peace those who die.
Grant victims' families the forgiveness that heals.
Give wisdom to lawmakers and to those who judge.
Instill prudence and patience in those who guard.
Make those in prison ministry bearers of your light,
for all of us are in need of your mercy!
Amen.

AMEN Wonderful Prayer! Thank You!

Friday, special prayers going out for everyone and every need.

Be Blessed!
Praise Him!

Friday prayers for all members and their loved ones.

MotherJ, thank you for that prayer. It was beautiful.

Keeping all our sons and daughters in CA prisons in my prayers, that this situation will be resolved without further violence.

Thank you all for your prayers for my Aunt Louise. Surgery went well, despite many delays and some confusion about the diagnosis. It looks like a rare form of cancer, so there is still much to find out. The pathology report will be in sometime next week. She is recovering well and in good spirits. Her faith is strong.

May everyone have a blessed and peaceful weekend.

The road to success is not straight. There is a curve called failure, a loop called confusion, speed bumps called friends, red lights called enemies, caution lights called family. You will have flats called jobs. But, if you have a spare called Determination, an engine called Perserverance, insurance called Faith, a driver called Jesus, you will make it to a place called Success.

Be Blessed!!!!!!

The journey of life so well spoken. Thanks!

I am good, a lot has happened since I was on last. My husband (Mark) and son (Mike) got into an awful fight. Mark kicked Mike out and son was homeless for about 10 days (probaly an eye opener for him) Then last Sunday Mark let him come home (God's will or plan). Mike now has a job that he starts Tuesday. After being out of prison for almost 8 months it looks promising :o)

My dad's PSA's are down to 4.5 and he is doing well with the chemo, just tired for the most part.

Bless each and everyone of you and May the Lord shine on you and all the inmates forever.

Jean

pilgrim,im so thankful that aunt louise is doing alright,we have kept her in our prayers,i pray that the lord touches her and continues her recovery and good spirits,amen,moma k

It's good to hear from you, Jean. Thanks for the update on your dad; we will keep praying.

As for Mike, yes, God knows what He's doing :). I hope the whole ordeal was not too hard on you. It's during times like those that we really learn to lean on the Lord and depend on Him. And then, when we see what good comes out of it, our faith is that much stronger! Praise the Lord! He really does cause all things to work for good!

Saturday Prayer(s) for ALL circumstances and needs. Praising God!

Lillybee, somewhere in the middle of the night, this thought came to me: It doesn't seem like we have the number of new moms posting their son's (& daughter's) names on the Prayer Circle anymore. Well, I just looked at the first page of this new one, and it does not say what the original purpose of this thread was. I was wondering if you would want to PM Crone2004 (who closed the other one and started this one) and ask her if there's a way she could add that in to her original post. I know normally a post can't be edited after so long, but maybe she has a way of doing so.

It would be nice if somehow we got it going again for it's original intent. I mean, I think it's a given other prayer requests belong here too along with everyone's prayers, but it would also be nice to be adding names to our prayer lists.

What do you think? Does anyone else have any ideas of how we can let new mothers know they can post their son's or daughter's names here for prayer?

LET GO AND LET GOD

As Children Bring Their Broken Toys
With Tears For Us To Mend

I Brought My Broken Dreams To God,
Because He Is My Friend

But Then Instead Of Leaving Him
In Peace To Work Alone,

I Hung Around And Tried To Help,
With Ways That Were My Own

At Last, I Snatched Them Back Again
And Cried, "How Can You Be So Slow?"

"My Child" He Said, "What Could I Do?
You Never Did Let Go!"

Author Unknown


Jean, I am so glad that your Dad is doing well. Good news about Mike. God works in mysterious ways. Praise Him.

Pilgrim, thanks for the update on Aunt Louise. Prayers continue for her. She sounds like a great person.

Saturday prayers said for all members and their loved ones,

God Bless,

Cecelia

Saturday, special prayers going out for everyone and every need.

Be Blessed!
Praise Him!

Thanks for the prayer Cecelia. My son says it's always so noisy and it's hard for him to pray. Also he's discouraged by how slow the justice system works and it's been hard for him to see Gods work in the way things have turned out. I try to send him a prayer with each letter I write that might speak to how he feels and might want to say. I will be sending this one to him.
My prayers today are for each of you and your loved ones. I'm praising God for answered prayer and asking for his loving arms to surround each of our children behind bars giving them peace and safety.

You sure are welcome, MotherJ. What a great idea you have. I will say a special prayer that his heart and understanding will be open to our Blessed Lord. Keep sending them as there may be just one that will touch him.

God bless,

Cecelia

This is the day the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.
Psalm 118:2

Sunday prayers have been said for all members and their loved ones.

Have a very blessed day filled with His love and joy

God bless,

Cecelia

Thank you Mother J. for the awesome poem I havent seen it before.

My son tells me it is so hard being surrounded by evil 24/7

I pray Lord send someone to our children. Send someone to minister your love. I pray for protection surrounding our children. I pray that your blood continues to cover them and keep them from harm. I come against all evil that they may see. I demand that satan flee the prisons and Lord send more of your mercy, grace and love. Send more of you Father I pray to our children. Become real to them this day. Lord I pray for those on this site and their families. Lord I pray where there is sadness you send your joy. Where there is fear, send more of your peace. Where there is depression, send hope. For all those who are feeling weak I pray you send more of your strength. For those who feel alone Lord send them someone, send them here I pray. Thank you Lord for all you are doing in our lives and our children's lives. I stand in agreement proclaiming that our children will arise from their pain, arise from their hopelessness, arise from their fear, arise from the sadness. I declare this day our children will choose life, they will choose joy, they will choose forgiviness, they will choose hope , they will chose gratefulness. They will choose you Lord. In Jesus name I pray Amen

Thanks, Terri, I will do that :)
Sunday Prayer(s) for ALL circumstances and needs. Praising God!

Amen, davidsmominva!

Sunday, special prayers going out for everyone and every need.

Be Blessed!
Praise Him!

please pray for jeeter
he is a young man my son came to rely on. seems he lost his mind a little...took off running off bounds yelling he couldn't take it anymore...pray that he gets help..he is in iso..and i can hear in my sons voice he is upset by this

deb, i've added your prayer request for Jeeter to my prayer list. I pray for the Lord's compassion to fall upon those who can speak into Jeeter's life and that he is filled with the peace and love of the Lord. I also pray for your son to be comforted and know that the Lord is God and nothing is too difficult for Him. May peace cover them both.

SUnday prayers: praying for all requests above,
And I say "AMEN" to David's mom in Va.
I thank you Lord, for my 10 year old! 10 today! he is such a blessing to us! I was soooooo scared when I saw we had a boy, I was afraid he might act like Tom! Yet, having another son was my heart's desire, and the Lord granted my heart's desire.
Prayer Request- for Jeff. He was homeschooled, then he joined the army. He just left for Iraq today, well, actually, they are stopping in D.C. before getting shipped out. His family said the good byes today, his Mom especially has cried a lot today! Prayers of protection for Jeff, and comfort for his family.
Lord Bless....

oh boy. I definetly need prayer today. apparently this is victims rememberance week. the office where I work,... has 6 or so cutouts of people w/ different victims on each. the one that was killed by someone else but my son is in prison.... he is there w/ my sons name along w/ the guy who did the actual murder. I have to see this all day/week. and I am having a hard time dealing right now. I saw this and went into bathroom and just broke down.

Oh, dutchgirl, I'm so sorry. My heart aches for you; I just can't imagine...

Will be praying for you throughout the week. May the Lord hold your right hand extra tight this week. May "He help you," "watch over you," and "strengthen you" this week as His Word promises (Isaiah 41:10, 13; 42:6).

Good Morning and Praise the Lord.
This is a wonderful blessing. I thank the Lord for sending praying people my way. I want to ask everyone who knows the word of prayer to pray for my husband. He has been in for a long haul. God has brought him a long way. We trust God to bring him out with an early release. We have had some good indications that God is working out his situation. Pray for us as I pray for you. His name is Stephen, please call his name to the lord.
Be Blessed and a Blessing.
Thank you all,
Cyn

Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me.
John 14:1

Deb, Jeeter has been added to my prayer list. flymom, I have also added Jeff.

dutchgirl, I am so sorry for what you are going through. I will be saying special prayers for you throughout the week.

Welcome Cyn. Stephen has been added to my prayer list.

Monday prayers have been said for all members and their loved ones.

God bless all.

Cecelia

Monday mornings prayers going up for all needs, and circumstances.

Dutchgirl- I am sorry, you must feel like I do when "it's" plastered all over the newspaper! I pray that the Lord be at your right hand, and because He is, you will not be shaken! Is there anyway, or anyone you can talk to, so maybe it can be taken down? It's seem so unsensitive to me!

Stephen is being praying for.

God Bless your day everyone!

thank you all for your prayers. I decided I could not work today, maybe now that I know it is there, I can deal better later. I guess the surprise and shock of it was mostly that it has been four years past, now suddenly they want to do this !
my boss said she had no clue when asked about them doing something what it entailed. I truly think if she had known the extent, she would have been sure either I knew it was coming or told them not to do that one.
I don't know how I will handle it, I do understand the victims right thing, I think I was just blindsided today.
but I do thank all of you for your encouragement and your prayers.

Stephen is in my prayers.

special prayers for you today dutchgirl,for strength to remember the truth. and the strength to hold your head high
prayers for jeff for his family and to all the others who are in need today

Thank you all so much! I know I don't have to tell you how much better I feel knowing that other prayer warriors are on the case. I will add my prayers to yours, prayer changes circumstances!!

"The effective, fervent prayer of a righteous man (or woman) avails much" (James 5:16).

Please pray for my son, Jeff. He was hurt in a fight today. I am a mess! He's hurt and I can't help him!!!!! It's such a horrible feeling!!!!!

Jame, I am praying for your son, Jeff. Have you been able to talk to him or do you know the extent of his injuries? I know how worried you must be.

I'm also praying for Doug, Jeeter, Stephen, and Jeff, who is leaving for Iraq.

May God lift our dear Dutch up and grant her strength, comfort and wisdom to deal with the unpleasant situation at her job.

Jeeter, Jeff and Stephen have been added to my prayer list.

dutchgirl and Jame, special prayers coming your way.

Monday, special prayers going out for everyone and every need.

Be Blessed!
Praise Him!

Jame, this is a big worry I know we all have. I pray Jeff gets good medical care for his injuries. can you visit him soon?

Cyn, may you and your Stephen be reunited sooner than you ever imagined.

Jancy,

Thank you for your wishes. I feel that God is working this situation out. And again thank everyone for adding us to your prayer lists. I really makes me know that none of us are alone in our struggle.

Cyn

Oh, Jame. I'm so sorry. I pray for a super natural healing and for the Lord to comfort you during this time.

Im Praying For Us All,,,and Our Sons,,lord I Feel You All Around Me Tonight,amen

Jame, know that special prayers will be said for you and Jeff.
God bless and wrap His comforting arms around you and give you strength and courage to see it through.

Cecelia

I can do everything through him that gives me strength.
Philippians 4:13

Praying this morning for

Jame and her son. I pray Jame gets some answers and Jeff is receiving medical attention and is healing. Jame he is home soon right?

Dutchgirl be given the strength, courage and peace she needs to get through this day

I lift up Stephen that his time has come to be set free.

For all those serving in Iraq , I pray that there will be an outpouring of protection and a revival of spirits and of our nation.

I am praying for all those who need a special touch from God today.

God will never allow any action against you that is not in accord with His will for you. And His will is always directed to our good.
Jerry Bridges


Tuesday morning prayers being said for all members and their loved ones. Every request will be given to God in prayer

Have a joyful day as you love and serve our Lord

God bless,

Cecelia

Tuesday morning prayers being said for all members and their loved ones.

Jame, prayers being said for Jeff.

May everyone have a blessed and peaceful day.

Tuesday prayers going up! Later,it's been a long day!

Jame, I am praying for your son Jeff, and you , that you find peace. Jeff for healing and safety.

I pray for all of us and our "children." Lord, your perfect will be done in all of these lives.

To All Of My Friends An Pto. I Ask For Your Prayers My Husband Went Before The Parole Board On Yesterday Which Was April 8th. He Is At Pugsley. His Aunt And Myself Along With Many Other Family Members And Friends, Even People Who Don't Know Him Conducted A Prayer Vigil On Sunday Evening For Him And That God Would Grant Him A Victory. Also We Sent Letters Of Support To The Parole Board Or Whomever Would Listen. I Am Asking For Prayer That If It's God Will That He Is Released And Becomes A Productive Citizen And If It's Not In God's Will For Him To Be Released That He Has The Strength To Endure Until He Is Released. Please Pray For My As I Do For All Of Yours.. God Bless You All

Wednesday morning,
I lift up all the prayer requests posted above. Lord, let your perfect will be done.
I pray today for hope, I ask Lord, that you grant us hope, that none of us will ever feel hopeless.
I thank you and praise your Jesus.
Lord Bless your day,

The beginning of anxiety is the end of faith, and the beginning of true faith is the end of anxiety.
George Muller

Welcome Mz Herbert. Special prayers being said for your husband. I pray that if it be God's will that he will be set free and start a new and productive life. Let us know.

Wednesday prayers have been said for all members and their loved ones.

May each of you experience God's blessings of love and peace today.

Cecelia

Dutchgirl so sorry to hear that you had to see that without knowing first. You are strong and will get thru this, bless you.
Jame sorry to hear about your son, a mother's fear ~ extra prayers for him
Praying the parole board does what is right Mz Herbert
Prayers to all of the inmates and for those in need.

Thanks to all for the kind, encouraging words.

Bless each and everyone of us!
Jean

Trusting God does not mean believing that He will do all that you want, but rather believing that He will do everything He knows is good.

Ken Sande

Thursday prayers have been said for all members and their loved ones. Prayers said for all your special requests.

Have a great day as you love and serve our Lord

God bless,

Cecelia

Thursday prayers for all members and their loved ones.

MzHerbert, prayers being said for your husband and family.

Jame and dutchgirl, praying that God will bring peace and strength to your hearts.

I would like to thank you all for your prayers for my Aunt Louise. It has turned out to be a good news/bad news situation. No lymph node involvement, clean removal of the tumor, but small cancerous lesions in some of the breast tissue they removed. So she is scheduled for a mastectomy next week. Even with this news, her faith and outlook are still strong. She is going to beat this.

May everyone have a blessed and peaceful day.

Thanks for the update, Pilgrim. Aunt Louise remains in my daily prayers. She sounds like a very upbeat and faith filled person. Keep us informed of her progress.

God bless,

Cecelia

My son is in the review process for possible parole release in August 08, please keep him in prayer, his name is Jerald. I am praying that God's will be done in his life and I thank God for the positive changes that I have seen in him.

God is able if we just believe!!!!!!

Thursday prayers going up for everyone here and our "children."
Aunt Louise- health
Jerald- God's perfect will regarding his release
Dutchgirl, - her work situation, praying for peace and favor upon her.
I'm thankful for today- it was finally nice out!!! PTL!

Trust in him at all times, O people; pour out your hearts to him, for God is our refuge.
Psalm 62:8

Sonyarod, special prayers being said for Jerald. I pray that God's wisdom will prevail and the outcome will be positive for Jerald.

Aunt Louise continues in my prayers

Friday prayers will be said for all members and their loved ones

God's blessings on all,

Cecelia

Friday prayers for all members and their loved ones.

For those that are visiting their loved ones this weekend, I pray for safe travels and good visits. If you are waiting for a phone call or letter, I pray that you receive it and it brings you happiness. If by chance none of these happen, for whatever reasons, I pray that God will fill your heart with peace and the knowledge that He is watching over your child every day. He is an awesome God!

God grant me the patience for the changes that take time.
May everyone have a blessed and peaceful day.

Hi Everyone,
Satan is attacking me with fear and worry, tonight I will find out if that fight actually occured and what happened with my son. I am asking anyone who reads this to please pray.
Love,
Sue

Dear, dear Susan. I will gladly pray for you and your son.
Dear Father, I thank you that you know and love Susan and Johnathan.
I thank you that Susan can turn her worry and fear over to you and know that she can place her son in your hands. You know the lessons Jonathan needs to learn and you know the anger in his heart. Lord, I pray for you to release Susan from the bondage of fear and stress and bring to her the peace and strength that comes from turning Johnathan and her worries over to you. Grant Susan comfort and rest. In our Lords name I ask this. Amen
I will continue to pray for both of you. God bless you!

Thank you Mother J. for that beautiful prayer. I join you in prayers for all the families and inmates.

Special prayers for Susan and her son
Jerold's release.

Thank you for Susan W.. I lift her up to you now Lord, and we remember that fear does not come from you. Jesus, sometimes we get so tired of fighting satan, please help us to remember that the battle is yours!! Grant us your sweet peace, and bless Susan W. with a sweet sleep tonight.
Lifting up all Mom's and "prisoners" on this site.
We give you thanks, we give you praise, and we know that you answer prayers, we know that your Word does not come back void. Thank you for being our friend.

"Amen" to the prayers being said. I, too, lift up Susan and Jon. May the Lord cover them both with His love. May the Holy Spirit speak to Jon's heart and draw him to the Lord. I pray that the enemy's tactics be exposed and brought down in the name of Jesus. May Susan's fear be replaced with faith. Comfort her, Lord Jesus, and fill her soul with Your peace that passes all understanding. May she call on Your name when she feels fearful. I pray she can capture those thoughts that are coming from the enemy and, instead, that her mind would be stayed on You. I thank You that You have not given her a spirit of fear, but of power and love and a sound mind.

"Whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is of good repute, if there is any excellence and if anything worthy of praise, let your mind dwell on these things" (Philippians 4:8).

I really need prayer right now. My husband passed away on March 30th. I am so lonely right now and I just need prayer. We were married for 38 years and were high school sweethearts. I started going steady with him when I was 16 years old. I went back to work and that helps to keep me busy but it is now the week-end and I am feeling very lonely. I plan to go see my son next Sat. I know God is in control but I miss my husband so much. He died of cancer and I know it is a blessing that he didn't suffer too long and I know he is with the Lord but my heart just aches so much. I feel like part of me is missing. I wish my son wasn't so far away. It's a 4 hour drive and right now that just seems so far away. Please pray that my visit with my son next week-end the 19th of April goes smooth. He is being brave about the situation for my sake I am sure. I know he is hurting and it's hard for them to show their emotions. Just keep him and my daughter and grandchildren in prayer.

Jackie, please know that you and your son and family are in my thoughts and prayers. I pray that God will give you all the strength to carry on and be strong. I am keeping you all in my prayers tonight.

jckie,,im so sorry,,and really those words you have heard so much,my husband,my handsom ,wonderfull father of my babies left this world,almost 19 years ago,i was left with 3 little boys,i have you in my heart and prayers,i absolutly dont know what has been the hardest ,loosing my husband,or my son going to prison,but i have survived the first,and i know with gods help,i will make it through the second,we love you jackie,,stay busy,even if you are to tired,,find something to do,,ok,im praying for you sister,,moma k

Jackie, I am so sorry that you have suffered such loss. I also married my high school sweetheart and we have been married 44 years. I can't imagine how I could function without him. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.

Dear Lord, I thank you that you promise that "The Lord is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart". Jackie has lost her sweetheart and is feeling such a loss and loneliness. I ask that you pour out you love on her and her family. Bring Jackie peace and comfort. Heal her broken heart and help her to find joy again. And Lord, as she travels to visit her son, be especially close to her and her son. Comfort them, bless them and give them strength and healing. In Jesus name, Amen

amen

Amen to the above.
Lifting up all prayer requests here, Mom's and our "prisoners."
Lord Bless everyone's weekend!

"Amen" and "amen." My heart goes out to you, Jackie. Like many of you, I also married the love of my youth (we're going on our 36th year of marriage). I will be praying for you and that the Lord brings someone into your life who maybe has been through something similar--someone who understands and that you can do things with. I'm thinking of a female friend that you can share your feelings with and share common interests. Thankfully, the Lord is with you at all times; I pray He comforts and brings you peace.

Prayers for all my PTO sisters and their loved one.

Talking to men for God is a great thing, but talking to God for men is greater still.
E.M. Bounds

Amen to Mother J's prayer. Jackie, first I want to send my deepest sympathy for the loss of your dear husband. How wonderful that He is home with our Lord. I pray and ask God to send the Holy Spirit to comfort your heart and take your lonliness away. His Blessings to you. Your son remains on my daily prayer list.

It is a beautiful morning here in CA and as I went on my early morn. walk I lifted each and every one of you and your loved ones up in prayer.

May God bless you and fill you with His love and joy today

Cecelia

Jackie so sorry to hear of your loss, my heart goes out to you. A friend of mine just lost her husband to cancer, he was 44 with 2 girls at home. I pray the Lord wraps his loving arms around both of you at this time of great loss. It is hard to see them in pain and hard to let them go. Yet know they are in God's loving grace and free from the pain they once felt. Pray for the Glorious Day that we are all reunited with our loved ones.
Hugs to you Jackie

Peace and everlasting faith abide us all!
Jean

I couldn't sleep so I got up and checked in. Thank You all for your prayers and concern. It is so strange to be without my husband. So many memories just keep coming. I will always miss him and I do look forward to the day we will be reunited. For now the Lord has more for me to do on this earth and I am thankful for my family. Well God Bless You all and your children.

my husband been home 2 months and 12 days. something went wrong on 4/11/08 i think he went back onto the streets. something is bothering him he really need help i'm worry about him, see i don't know what to do but prayer. please help asap:(

RC, just posted a response and got an error message. I'll try again.

I pray your husband can work through whatever is troubling him, return home and continue moving forward and not back. May the Lord direct and guide him and give him the courage and will to make good and right choices. Keep praying. Prayer works!

Sunday, Special prayers going out for everyone and every need.
My prayers are with all of you and your loved ones.

Be Blessed!
Praise Him!

You become stronger only when you become weaker. When you surrender your will to God, you discover the resources to do what God requires.
Erwin Lutzer

RC, special prayers being said for your husband that he may find the help he needs through our blessed Savior and return home. My prayers are also for you that God may give you peace in your heart.

Sunday prayers being said for all members and their loved ones

God's blessings be with all,

Cecelia

RC, I am praying for your husband and for you. It's so hard to deal with and I just ask the Lord to give you strength and wisdom. Just know that God is in control and that He loves your husband and doesn't want anyone to be lost. Keep praying!!!

Lillybee, I don't believe I saw you post in the last week. I hope all is well. You are missed.

Sending prayers your way,

God bless,

Cecelia

Please pray for me . I have a situation tomorrow involving my ex husband. After 10 years he is still trying to get to me.

I am somewhat fearful about this situation. So please pray. Thank you.
Love, Jill

Hello everyone my name is Sandra and I am a PK ( preacher kid)...lol I have a son in jail doing a 10 year Bid. He was the youth leader and minister to many youth since the age of 15.. at the age of 19 he was arrested and it took all of us by surprise I could not understand why God gave me a son and a promise and then allow him to be put in jail for ten years. It took 2 years for me to realize that God had another plan and a ministry for him diffrent from the one in our family. He is doing great and today is the worship leader and plays the guitar, he also preached on easter weekend. So my prayer request is this... He is up for a evidentiary hearing, he may be able to get a new trail with all the new evidence that his attorney fail to present in his favor. I just pray that if it is Gods will and JD is strong enough in the Lord that he get a new trial. Only God knows if JD is ready to come back home. If not then amen and he can keep doing Gods work in there. My husband is also doing a 18 year bid and he is appealing his sentence, I ask that he find grace in the eyes of the court and he can come home sooner. Last, request... all of this happend in 2006 AND someone burned down my house I am still fighting the insurance company I have not gotten a $ from them. SOrry so long please help me pray.....

Hi DavidsMominVA,

I am just getting home from wonderful service, God was truly in the midst of his people. We (PTO family) will certaintly pray for your victory. We are more than conquerors through Christ Jesus. David went on to tell us that he "had never seen the righteous forsaken or his seed begging bread". We are the righteous children of a loving Father. We place every situation in his capable hands. We pray for an increase of your faith and your belief. There has been no enemy or weapon formed which can defeat or destroy a child of God. We trample the enemy under our feet. We lift up your situation right to the Throne of Mercy. Jesus left us with these words "These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world".


Love,
Cyn

RC- prayers going up for your husband, I specifically pray that he will listen to the "shepherd's" voice, (Jesus), and not listen to that of a stranger. Lord, strengthen this man, send workers and helpers a cross his path, and lead him in the way of righteousness. Don't let him falter Lord.
Davidsmominva, I can so relate to that. Lord, I lift up my sister to you right now, and I pray that you go before her tomorrow, and clear the way for her. I know this is a 1Corinthians, 10:13 for her, and I ask that you provide the way out. I ask that what you want said will be said, and what you want done will be done, and nothing else. I bind you Satan, from coming against Jill in anyway. I believe you are faithful to your word Lord, and I thank you for it. Amen.
Prayer requested for Caleb. I knew his mother through Christian circles years ago, and I just heard Caleb, her youngest son was sentenced to 13 years this past week.
I'm sure she needs prayers as well. It was a pretty publiced crime like my son's case.
I lift up all prayer requests here, all Mom's, and prisoners. Lord, I ask for your perfect will.
I also lift up LillyBee, Lord bless her and her family. Strengthen her Lord, whether it's needed in body or mind.

Nanywildflower,

As I read your post I was reminded of an old song by Dr. Mattie Moss Clark, "They were Overcome (By the Word)". You truly have a testimony. I also think that things happen for a reason and as they are supposed to. Your son was perhaps placed in that situation for "a such a time as this" Esther 4:14. We pray that his season has ended and that he can go to the next phase of his ministry, where he is able to now impact men and women outside of those prison walls. We also pray that your husband finds favor with the court and is able to come home early. God is a mover and a shaker. Situations, walls, obstacles crumble at his command.

Love,
Cyn

Thank you Cyn..... God is so good. I have been reading the exact scriptures all week. Thanks so much for your prayers!

Flymom thanks you for your powerful prayer!

Sandra I pray that God's will is done in your sons life and your husbands. I pray that God moves quickly in your finances.

RC my prayers are with you also and for your husband. I say "Amen" to Flymom's prayer I pray God send one of his kids to your husband. Stay strong, keep the faith and believe.

I lift up Caleb and his Mom. I pray Lord that you bring your peace and comfort to them. Lord begin your healing and come quickly to them. I pray.

I too lift up Lillybee. I pray the covering of the Lord on her and her entire family. Where there is sadness I pray joy. Meet all her needs Lord this day this moment.

I pray all of this in Jesus name. Amen

Jackie I am so sorry for your lost. I pray that the Lord begins your healing and comforts you and your entire family. I pray that you son heals and deals with his grief. Continue to come back here we will love you through this. We are here 24/7 . God bless yu and your family.

Love,
Jill

Jill, special prayers coming your way for tomorrow Also special prayers will be said for Caleb and his mom.

Sandra, prayers being said for both your son and your husband. God has placed your son where he was needed for the time being. How joyful for you that your son heard God and did His will.

God bless,

Cecelia

I haven't seen Lillybee either, neither here nor the Circle of Prayer. She is such an inspiration to so many. I miss you too, Lillybee. I'm praying for you and hope everything is okay. May the Lord abundantly bless you and hold you close.

rc,get him some help,,even if he wont go at first,go to the mental health clinic,anything,,go to your paster,you didnt say how long he was in for,,but i know my son was in a mess when he came home,,and he tryed hard to hide it and he did for a short while,,when word got out that he had been released,all hell broke loose,meth was coming from all directions,,get him to go to na,,aa,,anything you have to do,,,go with him,,im praying for you and him sugar,,the lord is not done with him yet,you keep praying,ok,,moma k

I will praise thee, O LORD, with my whole heart; I will show forth all thy marvelous works. I will be glad and rejoice in thee: I will sing praise to thy name, O thou Most High.
Psalm 9:1-2

Here we are. The start of another week and Monday prayers have been said for all members and all your loved ones and petitions.

May you feel God's love and hope as He walks beside you.

Cecelia

Monday prayers for all members and their loved ones

In the posts of the past few days, I feel such sorrow and sadness when I read them, but they are followed up with such powerful prayers and scriptures, it just reinforces my faith so much. Thank all of you. For everything there is a season. And a time and a purpose under Heaven. He is a mighty God!

Prayers being said for RC and her husband.

Prayers being said for Sandra, her husband and her son.

Prayers being said for Caleb and his Mom.

Jill, keeping you in my prayers today.

Special prayers being said for Lillybee.

May everyone have a blessed and peaceful day.

Monday prayers going up for all needs, circumstances, concerns , for everyone here and the "prisoners" they represent.
God is Good - All the time!

I constantly hold up all parents of children in prison. God is good. He will remind me during the day to pray for a parent or a child. What a gift and a priviledge.

Thank you for all your prayers and my situation today. It turn out well, not my situation but the day.

Lord Whatever Is Going On With Lillybee,please Keep Her Close To You,,amen,we ** I } Miss Lillybee

The LORD will give strength to His people; The LORD will bless His people with peace.
Psalm 29:11

Tuesday prayers have been said for all members and their loved ones. Each request has been prayed for.

Cecelia
Have a blessed day in the Lord,

Lifting up all moms and prisoners represented here.
Lord, bless the inmates, speak to them, draw them closer to you.

Praise report- my 22 year old daughter- who is not serving the Lord, and dating a Sich (I can never remember out to spell that!) from India, well, she got a part time summer job before heading to a university for her master's. Anyway, she came home today. Asked me if I knew so and so. She said , Mom, they know all of you guys from church! The great grand parents (who are young for that title) help out their adult kids there. They are "pillars" at church, they run a program for people just coming into Christianity. I laughed, I told her pretty quick they are going to be asking why aren't you in church? why aren't you raising your child Christian? I said, see Jess, you can run from the Lord, but you can't hide! It was a great moment! It confirmed that Jesus is on our kids, more then us! Thank you , Lord.

Amen, flymom, and yes, thank You, Lord! We worry and fret about things that the Lord has way under control; wouldn't we be amazed if we truly had spiritual eyes and could see all that was going on in the spirit realm!

Please pray for my son Bradley Joseph. He is a new Dad. He attends college full time, works part time and takes care of his beautiful baby.

His son's mom is very wounded. She is a little lost soul . Ashley. My son and her have split up.

When I was up there at Easter my son broke down and cried. He said, sucicde 4 times. I should of taken him right there to the hospital.

This past month I have talked to him everyday. I have sent encouraging cards and letters.

Yesterday, he calls. He is crying. He says that he is so lonely and feels so alone. He walks into school crying and has to pull it together every minute.

Oh my heart! I dont know where the words came from.... yes I do the Lord. I talked to him for over an hour. It seems he was better when I hung up.

He promised me he would see a Dr. if I made the appt. I almost want to get in car and drive to NY today.

I am going next week for a week.

Please pray that I get him in somewhere this week.

I am so scared thank you for your prayers. Also if anyone has any advice please help me.

The Lord is good and does what is right; he shows the proper path to those who go astray.
Psalm 25:8

Davidsmom, this sounds serious. I would get him an appt. right away and if at all possible, I would drive over there now and take him. He sounds like he really needs to get on meds for depression. I will be saying special prayers for him. Let us know how he does. God bless.

Wednesday prayers will be said for all members and their loved ones.

May the peace of God be with you through out the day,

Cecelia

Thank you Cecelia. I am 520 miles away or I would have had him there yesterday. I did get an appt. for this Friday. Thank God. I pray she is a christian. Thanks for your prayers. I am worried!

Wednesday prayers being said for all members and their loved ones.

Special prayers being said for Lillybee.

Davidsmom, I will keep Bradley Joseph in my prayers. Is there anyone else he can talk to until you get there? A church pastor, counselor at school, a help line? I am glad you got him an appointment and I am sure you will be checking in on him between now and then. Please keep us posted.

flymom, that is a wonderful story. I loved the line 'you can run, but you can't hide". He is truly everywhere, and always where you least expect it.

May everyone have a blessed and peaceful day.

I'm in a rush on my way to take my 7 year old grandson to see a doctor in Jill's neck of the woods. He had a large cyst form on the top of his ear. It was removed last year, but has grown back much larger, is painful and is growing at a faster rate. I would appreciate a quick prayer for Rian.

Re: Bradley Joseph, - I bind you satan from coming against this young man, I bind the spirit of death, of depression, of suicide, you can not have him satan. It is written in the Word, if we submit ourselves to God, you have to leave you must go, so in the name of Jesus you have to leave, you have to go, you must let go of this young man, he belongs to Jesus Christ of Nazareth, take every lying, scheming, demon with you, I break all generational curses from coming upon this young man, he is set free in the name of Jesus, amen and amen. Jesus, I ask that you command your angels to camp about him, lest he dash his foot on a stone, I ask that you restore his soul, his spirit, his body, I ask that you give him a peace that passeth all understanding. Rescue him Lord, his job on earth isn't done, he has a little one to train up in the way they should go....Strenthen him, equip him for every good work, and I ask that you send workers and helpers across his path. Protect him , Jesus, we just ask for your precious blood to protect him.....
We lift up Rian for healing,......
We lift up every mom and prisoner represented here. We ask that you move in the prisoners lives, that you touch hearts, and bring these prisoners on their knees , to worship you, and that their lives will glorify your name.
I ask you Lord to pour out blessings on your servant Lillybee....

AMEN and AMEN! Thanks, flymom. I come in agreement with your prayers. Just have a sec on here. My love & prayers are with all.

Flymom! That was so Powerful! God Bless You! It was magnificant.

I'd like to ask for prayers for Ovietors Son, Ovietor and her Family please? Lift them out of the muddy waters Lord.

I will be praying for Ovietor, her son, and family, Bless. Praying they feel the Lord's presence and that He would encourage their hearts with His love.

Thank you sooo much Believing. Just seeing your name you chose brings a sweet comfort.

I never told you this, but my entire life I've been spelling believing wrong till I saw your name for the first time. I had to keep editing the word Beleiving till I got it right. I would gulp everytime I'd see it spelled wrong and edit my posts. giggle.

DavidsMom I'm praying he can find help immediately. I'm so sorry this happened. Lord Help him, Help DavidsMom get there asap.

Re: Bradley Joseph, - I bind you satan from coming against this young man, I bind the spirit of death, of depression, of suicide, you can not have him satan. It is written in the Word, if we submit ourselves to God, you have to leave you must go, so in the name of Jesus you have to leave, you have to go, you must let go of this young man, he belongs to Jesus Christ of Nazareth, take every lying, scheming, demon with you, I break all generational curses from coming upon this young man, he is set free in the name of Jesus, amen and amen. Jesus, I ask that you command your angels to camp about him, lest he dash his foot on a stone, I ask that you restore his soul, his spirit, his body, I ask that you give him a peace that passeth all understanding. Rescue him Lord, his job on earth isn't done, he has a little one to train up in the way they should go....Strenthen him, equip him for every good work, and I ask that you send workers and helpers across his path. Protect him , Jesus, we just ask for your precious blood to protect him.....
We lift up Rian for healing,......
We lift up every mom and prisoner represented here. We ask that you move in the prisoners lives, that you touch hearts, and bring these prisoners on their knees , to worship you, and that their lives will glorify your name.
I ask you Lord to pour out blessings on your servant Lillybee....
Amen, I stand in the gap with this warrior. Lord provide an hedge of protection. Amen and Amen

Thank you all for the prayers.
Flysmom... what a powerful spiritual warfare prayer. Thank you.

I spoke to Bradley twice yesterday. He said he felt better and promised me he would make the appt. on Fri. He was full of plans and hopes.

It seems my Grandson's Mom is threating him. I am so proud of this boy. He is taking fulltime courses at college, works part time and on Mon. Wed. Fri and every other weekend he has his son. Whew I don't know if I could do it.

So my next mission is to file a motion for my son to get joint custody. I am here in VA but will work on getting info so when I go to NY next week it can be done.

Its a hard world and so many wounded souls. My son did tell me not to get my hopes up. It may be that when I get up there Ashley will not let me see my Grandson.

Oh no ladies that can't happen. Please pray as I am not sure what I would do if she doesn't.

Thanks again.

MotherJ.... I sure hope your little fellow made out okay. Please let me know I did pray for him yesterday.

And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.
Romans 8:28

Prayers continue for Bradley and for you, DM, that you may get to see your grandson.

Thursday prayers have been said for all members and your loved ones.

God's blessings on all,

Cecelia

Thursday prayers for all members and their loved ones.

Davidsmom, praying for Bradley, his little one and you. Praying that our Lord will soften her heart and you will get your visit.

Prayers being said for Rian.

Continued prayers for Lillybee.

God grant me patience for the changes that take time.
May everyone have a blessed and peaceful day.

Thursday, special prayers going out for everyone and every need.
Special prayers going out for Lillybee.
My prayers are with all of you and your loved ones.

Be Blessed!
Praise Him!

Rose, so nice to see you! I've been wondering about you and meant to PM you, but never did. So good to see your little mousey running up there :). At work, so gotta go. Praying we hear from Lillybee soon.

Thank you for all the prayers for Bradley and Chance. Please continue to pray that Brad makes the appt. tomorrow. I spoke to the counselor for a long time. We have a plan ready to put in place. If she feels Bradley will harm himself she is going to call me and I will leave to go up there in a minute. I think I am going to leave Tues instead of next Thurs.

God is good. I really really felt a few weeks ago him speaking to me. I was in deep prayer for all my kids. I felt him say,"Your children will arise from all their pain". Oh my heart soared.

Prayers being said for all those that are in prison or not who are held captive . Lord set the captive free I pray. Your word says it, I believe, do it I pray. In Jesus Name. Amen

For those who didn't read my post in another thread........Rian has surgery scheduled for the middle of next month. I feel that the doctor we saw yesterday was a God send. It seems that Rian has a growth that is surrounded by large amounts of keloid from his past surgery. This doctor is a skilled cosmetic surgeon and should be able to hide the surgery with very little disfigurement. He will need steroid injections for a couple months to insure no further keloid growth. Thank you for your prayers.

I would also like to ask for prayers for my oldest daughters husband. He has polycystic kidney disease. They found out this week that it is progressing at a much faster rate than they had thought. At 38 he is at the stage they thought he would be in his fifties.

I continue to pray for Jill and her family, Lillybee, and all members and their families. God will turn our tragedies into triumph! Above all, He is our protector, shield and very present help in time of trouble. We must trust in Him at all times!

Oh dear Mother J. I am sorry about your son in law. God is the great physican and the best healer. I will pray that they find a Dr. who has wisdom and can slow this down.

Great news about grandson. UVA ROCKS!

Mother J- a friend of mine (who is a medical assistant) has PKD. She found that a regular excercise routine keeps it in check. Her blood pressure was starting to go up, due to the cysts pressing on something. Then, she drinks tons of water.
Prayers going up- as well as for Rian.
Still praying for Bradley and Chance.
Prayers going up for all prisoners and families represented here.
Prayers needed for Jessica- my daughter, She's very difficult to deal with, (my oldest daughter with abuse in her past). I think, seriously, she is angry at God for "allowing" her abuse, though she can't verbalize that,(or won't), instead, she rebels by following anything other then Christianity, (first Hindu, then Sihk,) She will not work on Sunday's because she's "afraid" we will take her baby to church! I need wisdom, our relationship is not good, and she "leans" on our 12 year old to much, we've told Jessica that her baby is not her sister's responsibility! OUr 12 year old is excellent with kids, but still.... she needs to be a kid!
I feel tired and discouraged- there's so much to juggle!

Hi Everyone,
I want to thank all of you for always being thee for me 100%, I am already feeling the stress of sentencing on Monday :angry:, I feel anger, fear, anxiety and all kinds of emotions that my son's life is literally in the hands of the judge but ultimately his life is in God's hands. I have been fighting off Satan all day with little to no family support, no one from either side of my family have even called to say they will be praying or thinking of me :( I literally had to ask a stranger to drive me there on Monday at 9 and take me home. I know she will be supportive though. I feel so alone and scared. I am asking that you think of me Monday at 9AM EST. I don't know when his case will come up but I love my boy and want what's best for him, so please pray that God will be in complete control of everything that happens in that court room that day and that people will come to support him, not to just be nosey or spread gossip. Thank you all for your prayers.
In Christian Love,
Susan W

Oh, Susan. I wish I were there to be with you. Thanks for giving us the time; I've marked it on my calendar and will earnestly be praying for you and your son. It's unbelievable how unsupportive family can be. I learned long ago to not depend on "man," but even so, I know it hurts that people can be so callous. My heart and prayers are with you.

With love,

Prayers going out to all of you and David's mom extra prayers that you get to see your grandson.
Keep praying and all will work out in God's Plan
Hugs
Jean

Also praying that LilyBee is safe and okay. That does bother me at times that we really have no idea what is going on with others from here when we don't hear from them for awhile so I try to get on often enough to let you all know I am still around. I am very grateful to all of you on here and proud to be your PTO friend. Peace be with all.
Jean

I Thank the lord everyday for the strength to make it through these very tough times, if it wasent for strong faith I dont know what I would do...:)
59 days and counting:thumbsup:
god bless

Be still, and know that I am God….
Psalm 46:10

Davidsmom, I will be praying for Bradley that he keeps his appt today and that he be helped

MotherJ, prayers going out for Rian and also your son in law

Susan, I, too, have marked Mon. 9am EST down and will be sending prayers out for your son and also that while others have foresaken you that you will know that God is your constant companion and He will be there with you.

Flymom, special prayers going out for Jessica

Friday prayers have been said for all members and loved ones,

God bless,

Cecelia

Just wanted to add that good to see you post, Rose

You were missed

Cecelia

Thanks Terri and Cecelia! I've been on PTO, just running like my little mouse. :D Once you miss a day of the prayer circle, it's hard to catch up, I have added new names to my list.
Susan, I will be praying for you Monday morning, 6 am my time.
Friday, special prayers going out for everyone and every need.
My prayers are with all of you and your loved ones.
Be Blessed!
Praise Him!

Hi Everyone,
I want to thank all of you for always being thee for me 100%, I am already feeling the stress of sentencing on Monday :angry:, I feel anger, fear, anxiety and all kinds of emotions that my son's life is literally in the hands of the judge but ultimately his life is in God's hands. I have been fighting off Satan all day with little to no family support, no one from either side of my family have even called to say they will be praying or thinking of me :( I literally had to ask a stranger to drive me there on Monday at 9 and take me home. I know she will be supportive though. I feel so alone and scared. I am asking that you think of me Monday at 9AM EST. I don't know when his case will come up but I love my boy and want what's best for him, so please pray that God will be in complete control of everything that happens in that court room that day and that people will come to support him, not to just be nosey or spread gossip. Thank you all for your prayers.
In Christian Love,
Susan W

Thank you for sharing and I will make sure I send up prayers for your son. I also pray that the judge will show him favor. I might have missed in somewhere so can you give me his name(or if someone who knows his name will pass that info along) so I can ask for prayer for you and him on Sunday......we will storm heaven with this request.

Psalm 9; 10
And They Who Know Your Name (who Have Experience And Acquaintance With Your Mercy) Will Lean On And Confidently Put Their Trust In You,for You Lord, Have Not Forsaken Those Who Seek(inquire Of And For) You( On The Authority Of Gods Word And The Right Of Their Necessity).
This Is My Prayer For All Of Us In All Of The Situations That We Come Upon, Tat We Know That We Are Loved Of And By God And That He Will Never Leave Us Or Foorsake Us, And Also That He Is Everywere We Are .
I Pry For Strength For Us All And Much Favor In All That We Go Through.
My Name Is Vanessa And My Son Is Malachi
God Bless You All.

Welcome Vanessa. Malachi has been added to my prayer list.
Thank you for your prayer.

God bless,

Cecelia

Fri. prayers going up for all of us, and the prisoners we represent.
Susan W- 9 am, EST- you got it! It's going on my calendar!
Welcome, Vanessa, and Malachi, has been added to my prayer list as well.
Re: jessica- she's so angry, she's really not speaking to me at all at the moment, I'm tired, I work part time, home school my kids, and now she's throwing a monkey wrench in our lives again, by wanting us to care for the baby 5 days a week. It's just not working! I so need wisdom on how to deal with this! Sorry to complain,
I do give thanks and praise for all the many blessings in our lives!

One more prayer request-

a dear friend in the Lord, her husband is now out of prison. He exchanged his heroin, for booze. Her house is just about to be foreclosed on, oldest daughter drove home drunk this week, hubby isn't working. 12 year old son failed most subjects at school, 8 year old daughter hides in the closet, until she comes home from work. (Hubby, isn't abusive, the little girl doesn't like seeing him vomit!). She needs strength, wisdom, counsel, etc, the whole family needs prayer. Thank you,

We pray, O God of hope,
for all families
whose lives are torn and disrupted
by drugs and alcohol.
Enable them to identify the illness.
Strengthen them to seek help.
Bless them with the power of your love,
which imparts transformation and wholeness
to those who trust in your name.
Grant that as they walk this tortured road,
they may journey together
and bound close in the bond of love.
Amen.

for your friend flymom

Welcome to the Prayer Circle, Vanessa. I've added Malachi to my prayer lists.

Flymom, I'll be praying for wisdom from above for both you and your friend.

Thank you for sharing and I will make sure I send up prayers for your son. I also pray that the judge will show him favor. I might have missed in somewhere so can you give me his name(or if someone who knows his name will pass that info along) so I can ask for prayer for you and him on Sunday......we will storm heaven with this request.
Thank you for your prayers, my son's name is Jonathan.

Amen, I stand in the gap with this warrior. Lord provide an hedge of protection. Amen and Amen

FlyMom I am in agreement with you and stand in the gap with you for victory over the enemy. Susan

One more prayer request-

a dear friend in the Lord, her husband is now out of prison. He exchanged his heroin, for booze.

that is exactly what my son did. he had overdosed on hearoin at age 18 by injecting it into his wrist. he and I spent a weekend in the hosp. It scared him off and then he switched to vodka and then to beer. he was drinking tons of beer when he ended up having his 4th DUI.

he said it was "safer" than drugs to drink...and legal to buy.
UGH and :angry:

may your friend have the strngth to toss his butt out and get some assistance til he straightens up his act. her kids deserve a break!tell her God can work on the hubby while she and the kids are kept from the sight of this destruction.

Day by day, dear Lord, of Thee three things I pray: To see Thee more clearly, To love Thee more dearly, To follow Thee more nearly.Prayer of Richard of Chichester, 1197-1253

Flymom, your friend will be in my prayers and also her husband that he may find healing through our Lord.

Saturday prayers will be said for all members and their loved ones
Have a great and safe weekend for those traveling to visit their sons today[/font]

God bless ,
Cecelia

prayers for ViCharliesMom. she is going thru some hard trials right now. needs major uplifting. thanks

susan, prayers for you for strength and for Jonathan for monday. also praying for attorneys, judge, jury, all involved with this.
flymom, prayers for you for wisdom and some rest time in all the busyness.

Welcome Vanessa! Malachi has been added to my prayer list. Special prayers coming his way.

flymom, special prayers going out for your friend and her family.
Special prayers going out for VicCharliesMom.

Saturday, special prayers going out for everyone and every need.

Be Blessed!

Saturday prayers for all members and their loved ones.

Susan, prayers being said for you and Jonathon. Especially on Monday.

Vanessa, prayers being said for Malachi.

flymom, prayers being said for Jessica, also for your friend and her family.

God grant me patience for the things that take time.
May everyone have a blessed and peaceful day.

that is exactly what my son did. he had overdosed on hearoin at age 18 by injecting it into his wrist. he and I spent a weekend in the hosp. It scared him off and then he switched to vodka and then to beer. he was drinking tons of beer when he ended up having his 4th DUI.

he said it was "safer" than drugs to drink...and legal to buy.
UGH and :angry:

may your friend have the strngth to toss his butt out and get some assistance til he straightens up his act. her kids deserve a break!tell her God can work on the hubby while she and the kids are kept from the sight of this destruction.

Dear Jancy,
I am led to pray for your son, Father, I pray that Jancy's son will break the addiction he has to alcohol and other substances, we know Father that only You can remove that desire from him. Lord, where there is a stronghold in his life taken by the enemy I break that power in the name of Jesus and claim the blood of Jesus over his life. Father we know it says in your word that we do not have because we do not ask, Father I am praying now and I believe that this will be the last time Jancy's son is in prison. Lord, I pray for a renewal that starts in his heart and penetrates his soul. Be with him now dear God and show him the road to recovery.
God bless You, I'm praying!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Your Sister In Christ,
Susan

Urgent.... please please pray for Bradley and Chance . Brad didn't make his appt. yesterday instead he found his girlfriend with someone else.

I can'T even speak

but I am praying.

Calling all SPIRITUAL WARRIORS TO INTERCEDE THIS MOMENT, THIS DAY, THIS NIGHT FOR MY SON.

thankyou

Urgent.... please please pray for Bradley and Chance . Brad didn't make his appt. yesterday instead he found his girlfriend with someone else.

I can'T even speak

but I am praying.

Calling all SPIRITUAL WARRIORS TO INTERCEDE THIS MOMENT, THIS DAY, THIS NIGHT FOR MY SON.

thankyou
:grouphug: Lord I pray for an hedge of protection around this family...I pray against any spirits of evil that are oppressing Bradley and Chance, I pray for comfort for this loving mother, and I pray for wisdom for all involved. We come against Satans hand, in Your precious name...Amen

Oh, Lord. We need Your help. I'm praying, Jill. I don't know what to say; can't imagine... But, I'll be praying throughout the night.

With love,

I say AMEN, to Susan W's prayer for Jancy's son.
Praying immediately and fervently for Bradley and Chance. AMEN-Perque.
Lifting up all our "children" represented here. Jesus, since you are truth, there is no truth other then you. Lord, let our children know the truth, and let it set them free.
Want all of you to know, that when I think of my son, I pray for all of "our" children, and all of us, daily.

Please All, Jill is in desperate need of our prayers right now. I don't have details but we know her concern this past week.

Bradley and Chance are in my prayers and will be throughout the night. I pray God will cover them with His protective shield and keep them safe in His arms. Please God, give Bradley the wisdom and courage to react wisely.

My prayers and heart are with you also, Jill.

God bless you all and give you peace.

Cecelia

But Jesus beheld them, and said unto them, "With men this is impossible; but with God all things are possible."
Matthew 19:26

Susan, my thoughts and prayers will be with you and your son, Jonathon, tomorrow at 9am EST. I will be with you in spirit.

Jill, prayers continue for you, Bradley and Chance. Let us know when you hear from him. May God's love and peace be with you today.

Sunday prayers have been said for all members and their loved ones.

God's blessings on all.

Cecelia

Susan, I will be praying for Jonathan at 6 AM Monday morning.
Jill, special prayers for You, Bradley, and Chance coming your way.
Sunday, special prayers going out for everyone and every need.
My prayers are with all of you and your loved ones.

Be Blessed!
Praise Him!

Thank you all for your prayers! To those who interceded all through the night for my son Bradley I give an extra thanks and hug.

God moved quickly in Bradley's life. He is much better today and had his son. They went for a stroll down by the lake. He is talking better and seems more calm.

Thanks again.

Dear Father God In Heaven, Thank You For This Wonderful Day That You Have Given To Us, Thank You For Bradley And His Son, Thank You For Pt Rose, Thanks Father God For All Of The Prayer Warriors You Have Here In This Forum, Thanks For Al The Care And The Love, That Is In This Place. Thank You Lord Most Of All For Sending Your Only Begotten Son Jesus Christ Who Died For Us Thank You Lord.
Lord Give Us Strength For The Week To Com, We Need You Moment By Moment Half An Hour By Half An Hour, Hour By Hour Day By Day, Lord God We Need You, Lord How We Need You, We Won't Make It Another Minute Without You
You Are The Vine And We Are The Branches, If We Remain In You We Will Bear Much Fruit, But Without You We Can Do Nothing, So Lord Help Us Hang In There.
Help Our Chilren, Young Old And In Between, Those In Prison And Out Lord Help Them To Do The Good They Know How To Do, Lord Let Them Knw That You Are With Them, And If You Are With Them Who Can Be Aganist Them.
Help Them To Be Like Tress Planted With Roots That Are Built On You, That Tree Will Never Fail To Bear Fruit Or Give Shade, It Will Not Wither But It Will Stand, Our Children Will Stand And You Will Be Their Defender In All That They Go Through.
Help Them To Look To You As You Have Strengthen Us To Look To You
Lord We Love You
Lord We Need You
Lord Our Children Love You
Lord Our Children Need You
A Big God Bless You To Our Children And To Our Grand Children
Amen
Vangee

Amen to above prayer! Thank you
Lifting up, Jill, Bradley and Chance.
9 AM tomorrow (I will be in the air), praying for Susan and Jonathan, God's perfect will, and that what He wants done and said, will be done and said, nothing more, nothing less.
Prayer Warriors- don't let you guard down, re:Bradley, we still need to pray for him.
Prayers going up for all of us Mom's and "prisoners" represented her.

Flymom,

Thank you for your prayers. I do sense caution when it comes to my son. I feel he may be saying just the right things to calm me down.

I will be in NY Thurs. God willing and will have a better read on things. I know you are right , please continue to pray.

Will be thinking about you up and in the air. Praying for you and your family.

I too am praying for Jessica, and your friend's family.

Praying for Susan and Jon that God makes a way and yes His perfect will is done

To our God and Father be glory for ever and ever. Amen.
-- Philippians 4:20

Susan, prayers said early this AM for you and Jonathon. Let us know how it went.

Prayers continue for Bradley

Monday prayers have been said for all members and their loved ones

God bless all,

Cecelia

Monday prayers for all members and their loved ones.

Prayers being said today and now, for Susan W and Johathon.

Prayers being said for davidsmom and Bradley.

Please God give me the patience for the changes that take time.
May everyone have a blessed and peaceful day.

Special prayers were said for Jonathon at 6 AM this morning.

Monday, special prayers going out for everyone and every need.

My prayers are with all of you and your loved ones.

Be Blessed!
Praise Him!

:(i Need Prayer For My Husband He Been Out For 2 Months And Now He Wen T Back To What He Was Doing Before He Went In 18 Months Ago I Really Love My Husband:(i Really Thought He Was Over This:(

Thanks

"These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world."
John 16:33

RCWHIT, special prayers continue for your husband. Please give us his name so we can put him on our prayer lists.

Tuesday prayers have been said for all members and your loved ones

May God smile on each of you and yours today

Cecelia

Tuesday prayers being said for all members and their loved ones.

RCWHIT, prayers being said for your husband.

God grant me patience for the changes that take time.
May everyone have a blessed and peaceful day.

RCWHIT1960, special prayers going out for your husband.

Tuesday, special prayers going out for everyone and every need.

My prayers are with all of you and your loved ones.

Be Blessed!

Has anyone heard from Lillybee? Lets all pray that she's OK.

:(i Need Prayer For My Husband He Been Out For 2 Months And Now He Wen T Back To What He Was Doing Before He Went In 18 Months Ago I Really Love My Husband:(i Really Thought He Was Over This:(

Thanks
Prayer for wisdom for husband, and comfort for RCHWIT1960

Tuesday prayers going up for RCWHIT and her husband. Lord, let these men return to you! Help him to be the Godly man you intended him to be. Lord, help this wife, who loves her husband pray for him daily, give her the words Lord. But please let her know the battle is yours....
I lift up Lillybee-- I miss her strength, and her quiet wisdom....
I lift up all other needs and requests that have been mentioned prior...
I pray for a release of finances where needed
I pray for all of us, and our "children." Give us wisdom, Lord, and help us not to give up hope.
To you, Lord, be the Glory, Amen.

Tuesday prayers going up for RCWHIT and her husband. Lord, let these men return to you! Help him to be the Godly man you intended him to be. Lord, help this wife, who loves her husband pray for him daily, give her the words Lord. But please let her know the battle is yours....
I lift up Lillybee-- I miss her strength, and her quiet wisdom....
I lift up all other needs and requests that have been mentioned prior...
I pray for a release of finances where needed
I pray for all of us, and our "children." Give us wisdom, Lord, and help us not to give up hope.
To you, Lord, be the Glory, Amen.

I keep thinking about Lillybee also. She hasn't been on since the 11th of this month. I miss her and am praying there's a logical explanation that has nothing to do with hurt, stress or sickness. I do know she's in good hands--the hands of the Lord. He knows what's going on and He's her covering. I do so hope we hear from her soon though.

RCWHIT, I'm so sorry both for you and for your husband. I know how heartbreaking it can be (I have two sons who relapsed over and over again). Hope deferred makes the heart sick. But, never give up hope. The Lord is not surprised at this. Your husband can still turn his life around. Keep praying and trust God. He loves your husband even more than you do. I pray that the Lord gives you strength and wisdom during this difficult time.

I pray for Lillybee also she is greatly missed. I pray she is taking this time to walk closer with Jesus.

I pray for all the wives who are dealing with their husbands choices. Exspecially RCWHIT. I pray that all husbands would become the Godly men God has made them to be

I pray for all on this site. I pray for their children and their situations.

I pray for travel mercies for me tomorrow to NY to see my boys. I pray that I have special time with my Grandson. I pray that nothing gets in God's way. I pray for healing for myself and my entire family.

I pray for Ashley my Grandson's Mom. This young girl (21) has only been shown all the ugly things in life. No one has ever reached out to her, or shown her the love of God. I pray God puts someone in her path that will lead her to Him.

I read this here.... when I pray for my son, I am reminded to pray for your children. I pray for my son constantly....so I am praying for your children.

God Bless and may you all see His Glory today.

Special prayers going out for Lillybee.

davidsmom, special prayers going out for you and Ashley.

Wednesday, special prayers going out for everyone and every need.

My prayers are with all of you and your loved ones.

Be Blessed!

Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me.
John 14:1

My prayers being said for Lillybee who is greatly missed

Wednesday prayers have been said for all members and your loved ones. Each request is presented to God.

Have a peaceful day with our Lord,

God bless,

Cecellia

Wednesday prayers for all members and their loved ones.

davidsmom, prayers are being said for Ashley. Prayers being said for you, for a safe journey and a good visit.

Lillybee, I am praying for you. I miss your posts and your inspiration.

God grant me patience for the changes that take time.
May everyone have a blessed and peaceful day.

Wed. prayers going up for all of us, and our "children."

I am going out of town to Friday, so I will post when I return.

Lord Bless you everyone!

It has been awhile since I have posted, but I wanted to thank all of you for the prayers and support you gave Deb and our family. She is out on bond and has a court date June 17. The lawyer thinks everything will be fine from what they have received from the drug tests. She did lose her job and her apartment so she is staying with friends that stored her furniture and stuff. Sort of rough right now since she is essentially starting over once again.

My prayers are with all of your children and I hope and pray that all of our families are given strength and courage during these difficult times.

The LORD is gracious and full of compassion, Slow to anger and great in mercy. The LORD is good to all, And His tender mercies are over all His works.
Psalm 145:8,9

Grayskies, good to hear from you and the positive news about Deb. My prayers are with her.

Thurs. prayers have been said for all members and their loved ones.

I will be away for a few days but my prayers will be with all of you.

God's blessings on all,

Cecelia

grayskies, I'm glad things are looking up for Deb, she is in my prayers.

Thursday, special prayers going out for everyone and every need.

My prayers are with all of you and your loved ones.
Be Blessed!

Thanks for the update on Deb, grayskies. I had wondered what happened at her court date last month. I marked the new court date on my calendar and pray the Lord's best for her. May He direct, guide, and open necessary doors for her.

Ceclia, praying for the Lord's covering over you and your loved ones while you're gone, also protection and abundant blessings.

Friday prayers for all members and their loved ones.

grayskies, prayers being said for you and for Deb.

Prayers being said for safe travels and good visits. Take care cecelia!

For those waiting for phone calls or letters, I pray that you get them. But if you don't, for whatever reason, I pray that God will bring peace and comfort to you. Knowing that things happen in God's good time, have faith in Him.

God grant me patience for the things that take time.
May everyone have a blessed and peaceful day.

Didnt know if this was for prayer requests or not since the thread just said "The Bible". This looks like the right place.

We need a miracle! Our son is in prison in a RTP mentally ill unit. He began a new medication due to side-effects from the old med, but the new med is not working and my son has digressed to a state of total delusions in psychosis. This has now come to the point where our son has disobeyed staff in order to do what he believes is God's will. Example; to go out in the yard as to be beamed up to heaven by God". Also he drew a cross and a star of David on a piece of paper and put it on his cell door. The COs asked him to take it off and he did, but then God told him to put it back and he did!
To many of you who have never dealt with severe mental illness before this is psychosis, not demon possession! This is an illness only affecting the brain and therefore thinking, moods, behavior.
Please pray that a medication will be found and administered that will quickly relieve the psychotic symptoms he is now having.
Pray that my son will not be sent to the psychiatric prison facility. This will mean 23 hr a day lock-up even eating in his room, no TV, no radio. No chapel - no bible study! Also this facilty is over 2 hrs away from our home and visiting hrs are on sundays only 9 am to noon. This means that we must choose between going to church or visiting our very ill and desperately lonely son!
Pray for Gods wisdom and inspiration for our sons nurse, Nurse Missy, who is trying to help our son. This nurse works at the facility, is not a DOC employee but Community Mental Health.

GRayskies- please remind us again of the upcoming date! I don't want to forget to pray!
Sandymom- lifting up the whole situation, Lord, your perfect will be done, nothing less, Lord! Please give this Mom peace. I ask that you grant all caregivers wisdom, in their choices of medication, and treatment. Lord, this young man needs your intervention, and we bodly approach your throne and ask for help.
Fri. prayers going up for all prisoners and Moms represented here.
By the way, everyone, I went to a beautiful, small chapel yesterday. I prayed for all of you, and our "children."
Lord Bless you!

Sandy, I looked on my prayer lists, and I have you and your son listed. It's good to be updated on what's going on. I pray for divine intervention and that the right medication will be found and administered immediately. I also pray for Nurse Missy. May the Lord give her wisdom and inspiration as you asked, and may He bless her for her compassion and efforts.

Sandymom, special prayers coming your way.
Amen to flymom and Believing!

Saturday, special prayers going out for everyone and every need.

My prayers are with all of you and your loved ones.
Be Blessed!

Sandymom, and others
Praise be to the Lord, for He has heard our cries for mercy. The Lord is our strength
and our sheild, our hearts will trust in him, and we will be helped. Our hearts will leap for joy
and we will give thanks to him in song
In you, O Lord we will take refuge; let us never be put to shame: deliver us and our children in your righteous, Turn your ear to us and come quickly to ur rescue;
be our rock of refuge, a strong fortress to save us and our sons and daughters.
Help us Lord to hope in and wait for you.
May your unfailing love rest upon us, O Lord,
even as we hope in and wqait for you to change our situations.

Sandymom, prayers are being said for your son. And for you and your family, and for Nurse Missy. I pray for compassion for all of you. And that a good medication will be found for him.

Lillybee, you are in my thoughts and prayers.

PTRose, believing, and vangee, thank you so much for your prayers today. They are needed and much appreciated.

God grant me patience for the changes that take time.
May everyone have a blessed and peaceful day.

Saturday prayers going up for all needs , and circumstances.
Where is Lillybee? Has anyone heard from her? I lift her up as well!
Update on Jeffrey- his troop left later then planned for Iraq, he should be there now however. He will be stationed in the southern part of the country.

It's So Good To Hear From Other Mothers,and To Be Able To Pray For All Prisoners.i Also Pray For The Children Of Inmates.i Have 2 Sons,josh-12 Year Sentence,justin,16 Years,my Brother Ray-14 Years,and Son-in-law Aaron,3years.they Have Atotal Of 7 Children Between Them.i Am Blessed That I Get To See My Grandchildren,praise God!please Pray For My Brothers Little Boys,as Their Home Life Is Not Good, And I Don't Get To See Them.i Pray For All Prisoners,but Especialy The Families.though We've Commited No Crime,we Are Punished.when Our Children Suffer,we Suffer.let Us Pray For The Safe Return Of Our Sons,brothers,orfemale Relatives.justin Is In The Most Violent Prison In The U.s.,and This Is Terrifying,as Some People Don't Get Out Alive!my Family Are All Drug Offenders,& All Addicts.that Shouldn't Warrent A Death Penalty,but Often That's The Outcome.let Us Pray For Each Other.i Am Not Alone,because Of You.thank You All,let Us Pray!

Prayers going out to all in need! I need some extra prayers too. My grandson's mother took away my sons visitation over a month ago. My son still lives with me but she promised I could still see him, the only time I got to see him is when Mike was doing 2 days in county. My son has hired an attorney and now she won't even answer my calls. Ever time I see a child the same age as my grandson (Malachi) I get tears in my eyes and now don't even want to go anywhere. The pain is so great that at times my chest just aches. Thanks so much friends as I always know where I can come for peace and prayers.
Hugs
JeanI PRAY FOR YOU,& I'M COMFORTED IN KNOWING I'M NOT ALONE IN PRAYER!MY 2 SONS & BROTHER ARE DOING LONG PRISON TERMS,WITH 6 CHIDREN BETWEEN THEM.IF I COULDN'T SEE MY GRANDCHILDREN,I'M AFRAID I WOULD LOSE WHAT'S LEFT OF MY MIND.ALL I HAVE IS MY FAITH IN GOD,AND PRAYER.I'VE ALWAYS PRAYED FOR ALL PRISONERS,& I'LL PRAY FOR YOU TO SEE YOUR GRANDSON.GOD KNOWS YOU'RE HEARTBROKEN,& HE'S A GOD OF COMPASSION & LOVE.LET US PRAY FOR THE FAMILIES,AS WELL AS THE INMATES.WE ARE ALL SUFFERING.I PRAY YOU'LL BE BLESSED WITH PLENTY OF KISSES & HUGS FROM YOUR GRANDSON!BARB

Welcome to PTO and to the prayer circle, Barb. My prayers are with you and your family. I pray for the Lord's protection over Josh, Justin, Ray and Aaron, and especially that God would keep Josh out of harm's way. May His heavenly hosts guard and surround all of them. I have added them to my prayer lists. I also pray a hedge of protection around your brother's sons.

You will get lots of prayer support here. May the Lord bless you.

Barb, welcome! Josh, Justin, Ray & Aaron, have been added to my prayer list. You make a good point, about praying for prisoner's children.
We should all be praying that generational curses be broken in our families! The curse of addictions, sexual abuse, etc. I was thinking about that this morning at church! We want future generations to be blessed!
Lord, I lift up all Moms and the prisoners they represent here this day. I pray your perfect will be done in each and every one of their lives. Lord, I also ask that you reveal to each of us, what we should be praying for our family lines, we want all of our future children, grandchildren, and future generations to love and serve you with their whole hearts. We claim them for you Jesus.

Welcome Barb! I have added Josh, Justin, Ray and Aaron to my prayer list. Special prayers for your brother's sons.
Monday, special prayers going out for everyone and every need.

Be Blessed!
Praise Him!

Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the LORD your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you."
Deuteronomy 31:6

Welcome to the prayer center, Barb. Josh, Justin, Ray and Aaron have been added to my prayer list. I pray that God will spread His protective shield around Josh and keep him safe.

My prayers will be with each of you and your loved ones today

God's blessings on all,

Cecelia

Monday prayers going up-- for all of us, our "children", and all needs.

I especially want to lift up that Austrian family, the woman who was imprisoned for 24 years, and raped by her father. For her children. Dear Jesus, I can't even imagine their pain, but I know you do, please comfort them, like a true Dad, like an older brother, like a best friend. Start them on the healing process, I ask for a miracle for them. I ask that the entire world, show them an outpouring of love and support.
This horrible thing , Lord, is to bizarre to even fathom. Lord, have mercy on them.

Please, can you add my son Jeremy to your prayer list? He's 29, has 5 kids, first time in trouble. He has a trial date of 7/31/08 and is facing 114 years. His wife is living with another man & he doesn't know it yet. He's in jail in Phoenix, Arizona. I thank God that I stumbled onto this site. I'd like to pray for others, too.
Thanks, Pam

Hello everyone. I haven't posted in a very long time, but I have been here reading and praying. There are so many new parents ~ it breaks my heart that we are growing, but I am glad we have each other.

My son is home and doing well ~ he is not walking with the Lord, but he completed his parole, is in school fulltime and working. There are things I would change if I could.......but I will leave that up to God. I will pray first, then act....because I know I can't make anything happen without God. As Believing says, it will happen in God's time according to His plan. I just have to learn patience.

But that is not why I am here. My heart is breaking tonite for my sister-in-law and her oldest son. He just made a year out of prison (his third time) and has been arrested, and could be facing 5 to 10 years. It all has to do with alcoholism. So if you all would, please say a special prayer for them. And please keep my Brian on your list ~ he is working at a good life and staying clean and sober as far as drugs, but he is still not with the Lord.

And welcome Pam ~ I am in the Phoenix area ~ let me know if I can be of any help. The Arizona forum isn't very active.

God Bless all of you and Goodnight. I don't have insomnia anymore ~ I am watching 3 children under the age of 3 all day!

Welcome Pam, Jeremy has been added to my prayer list. Special prayers coming his way.

It's good to 'see' you Briansma. Brian is still on my prayer list, I'm glad he is doing well. Special prayers coming your way for your sister-in-law and her oldest son.

Tuesday, special prayers going out for everyone and every need.
My prayers are with all of you and your loved ones.

Be Blessed!

Blessed Creator bless our sons upon their journeys through this life. Create in them the heart of the warrior and the gentleness of the dove. Bless the spirit within them and keep them men of God. Give them the courage to be themselves in a world gone mad. Keep on them the path of righteousness. Give them your blessing along their ways. If there is wrong in their hearts I ask that you take them and change. Thank you for them it is a blessing that I can never be worthy of. they are yours to hold and keep safely in your wings .

AMEN

The LORD himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.
Deuteronomy 31:8

Welcome Pam. Jeremy has been added to my prayer list. Prayers also being said for you.

Good to hear from you, Briansma and that Brian is doing so well. He is still on my prayer list and in God's time he will walk with Him. We just need to wait on the Lord. Special prayers will be said for your sister in law and her son in need.

Tuesday prayers have been said for all members and their loved ones.

God bless,

Cecelia

Hi Pam and Briansma - Will keep you both in my prayers. I'm fairly new to the group. I'm also in the Phoenix area. I have a son who is currently in an Illinois facility since February 2003. He is due to get out next January. Wish I had found this place a while back but am taking advantage of it now and plan to long after he gets out.

You are right Briansma. We have to leave our prayers with God he will take care of everything. He always does and He always will. Please add my name to your friends list. Its nice to know I've got friends close that understand.

Pam so glad you found us.

Tuesday prayers for all members and their loved ones.

God grant me patience for the changes that take time.
May everyone have a blessed and peaceful day.

Welcome to EACH and EVERY One .....This is a Great place to come nite or day!!! I Know How EACH OF YOU FEELS ABOUT "OUR" KIDS and Wrong Choices They've Made!!! My son has a 4yr old Son That its been over a year now since he's been able to see or hold him :broke: I've only seen him once in over a year!! 1 hr. But I Thank GOD!! for even this!!and his mother thinks she is going to get away trying to hold the back child support over my sons head until he has the child support caught back up!!
WRONG!! MY SON IS TALKING HER TO COURT as there was NEVER a court ordered visitation...and they are two seperate issues!!Please Pray for my son that he will see his son ...soon!! He is and always has been a good "DADDY"
I PRAY THAT EACH AND EVERYONES PRAYERS BE ANSWERED!!GOD IS GOOD AND GOD IS GREAT!!AND I PRAY HE HEARS EACH AND EVERY PRAYER AND SENDS AN ANSWER SOON!! I WILL CONTINUE TO PRAY FOR ALL!!!
TAKE CARE AND GOD BLESS
SASSIE
PS; TO ALL OF YOU NEW AND RETURNING MOMS WELCOME AND PLEASE COME BACK!!AND COME BACK OFTEN!!

I continue to pray for all of us parents here at PTO and our loved ones. I pray for what is best, not what we want. I know that this works because when my son was in reception he wanted to stay there, I prayed for what is best. Well he ended up at the place I least wanted. Turns out that as usual god knows what is best. I was afraid of Lansing, because it is the oldest prison in Kansas. Well that is what he got, but turns out minimum is on another campus of Lansing, beautiful grounds, rolling hills. No big wall just fences and razor wire. Also it is very quiet and peaceful since it is minimum. Plus it is the closes other than Osawatomie. So God was looking out for us and answered my prayer that my son be somewhere where he would be SAFE.

Welcome to everyone that is new, and all of our loved ones. God knows what is best even if we do not understand what that is at times.

Amen JeffSue! So glad things worked out for you and your son with placement. I don't know what happened to Lillybee but I hope she's doing well. Prayers for everybody here and I'm way behind again. Can we toss one in for my sister? She's so ill and she's blinded by satin to help herself get better. God please open her eyes before she's too sick to get better. The Chemo is taking it's toll. Let her see her immune system is begging for help.

Know that the Lord Himself is God; It is He who has made us, and not we ourselves; We are His people and the sheep of His pasture.
Psalm 100:3

Sassie, my prayers are with your son that he may be able to see his child. Let us know how it goes.

You are right, jeffsue. The Lord always watches over us and although some times it is not the way we want, His way is always best. He sees the overall picture that we don't.

BlessTheInmates, special prayers being said for your sister.

Prayers have been said for all members and their loved ones

God bless you with a peace filled day,

Cecelia

BlessTheInmates, special prayers coming your way for your sister.

Wednesday, special prayers going out for everyone and every need.

My prayers are with all of you and your loved ones.
Be Blessed!

Thank you so much Celia and PT Rose. God Bless You. May you be blessed with the most glorius days, all good things in your lives and complete wellness.

Wed. prayers going up for all prisoners represented here, and all of us Moms. Lord, I just ask workers and helpers to cross each of our "children's" lives. Soften their hearts Lord so they will be open to accepting you and your word.

Praying for your sister, Bless. Sorry I'm a bit behind here.

I'd also like prayer. My son who was in prison is getting married this Saturday. His brother is in the wedding. Both have had drug problems. Kevin seems to be doing okay. But, I've been nervous the last few days. One of the two is lying about a money issue, and that troubles me. I just keep praying and trying to trust God. I know I need to let it go. I'm so hoping that Kevin won't slip back into his old ways. Anyway, I'd appreciate prayer. I want this to be a joyous occasion. Bless the Lord. He is my stronghold!

Terri,

Congratulations to Kevin(is he the one that is getting married?) I am so sorry that you are going through this doubt right now. Please know that my prayers are with you and both of your sons. I pray that the Lord will give you a peace about this and all will be well with the boys.

God bless you, Terri,

Sandy

I will give you peace and quietness.
- I Chronicles 16:11

Lord I come to you today knowing and believing that you hear our prayers.
I lift up to you every parent and every children that is mentioned on this site.
I pray that you give them all they need this day, this moment. Send more of you Father. Send more of your love, grace and mercy I pray.

Help me to see what is you want me to do this day. I also pray that you send others in our children's path to guide them and lead them to you.

I lift up Blessm sister. I pray Lord you drawn her with your loving kindness. I pray she receives you and acknowledges you. Help her Lord. I pray you do a great healing in her and that she gives you all the glory.

Give me the words to speak this day. I pray . In Jesus Name. Amen

Believing. Congratulations to your Son! The wedding is going to be fabulous. Praying that your son is able to work thru the money issue and come to you in his time of need.

Thank you for the prayer for my sister :) Hugs!

DavidsMom, Thank you so much for the prayer for my sister :) Hugs!

It's early day and Jesus is on the frontlines for us. Prayers for all. Prayers for Ovietor and her Son.

Yes, Cecelia, it's Kevin. Thanks so much for your prayers; you, too, Bless.

John 14:27: "Let not your heart be troubled, nor let it be fearful" (John 14:27). The Word says it; now I need to do it!

"Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths."
Proverbs 3:5-6

Terri, I understand your fears. My prayers continue for you and your boys and that God will touch you and give you a peace and joy to replace your anxieties about all this. I pray that your boys with the help of God will be and stay clean and God will protect them from Satan's ways. I wish Kevin a blessed wedding and life.

I am asking prayers for my niece's son, Todd. He just got out of prison on Saturday and did not come home Monday night. He went to Church and accepted our Lord on Sunday but I guess the drugs called and he went. They are a devoted Christian family and know that it is only through God that he will be healed.

Busy prayer week. My prayers have been said for all members and their loved ones.

I pray God's blessings on all today,

Cecelia

ok i know there are daily prayers and each member is thought of
but i am in need of extra strength prayer...right now..to be strong against the devil and his games...that i not to fall for his tricks..to know myself and the truth of me...to be able to continue hold my head high with out shame . please i ask that you surround me. thank you

Terri, Congratulations on Kevin's Wedding. Special prayers coming your way for your Peace and Joy on this special occasion. Praying for a shield of protection for your boys. Praise God!

Sandy, special prayers coming your way for Todd. Lord, keep him on the right path.

justadeb, special prayers coming your way for strength. The devil is a liar!

Thursday, special prayers going out for everyone and every need.

My prayers are with all of you and your loved ones.
Praise Him!
Trust Him!
Be Blessed!

ok i know there are daily prayers and each member is thought of
but i am in need of extra strength prayer...right now..to be strong against the devil and his games...that i not to fall for his tricks..to know myself and the truth of me...to be able to continue hold my head high with out shame . please i ask that you surround me. thank you

Deb, my special prayers are with you today that God may show you His strength and that you may be able to denounce the devil in Jesus name. Remember always that God is much stronger than the devil and if we allow Him, He will lead the way.

Blessings,

Cecelia

Terri.... What joyous news . I pray also Kevin has a glorious wedding and life.

Deb.... I dont know what you are dealing with today. Just know I am right there in spirit holding your hand. Whenever we walk in faith and try to become all that we are called to be....satan comes in. You cannot fall for his tricks. There is no shame! That is a lie from hell. I went through that yesterday, so today you don't have to walk through it.

Lord I pray you cover Deb with your protection. Surround her with your love, mercy and grace. Whisper in her ear how much she is loved and needed. Lord allow her to feel how worthwhile she is. Send others in her path. Give her peace, calm her nerves and speak wisdom to her. In Jesus Name. Amen

I also lift up this man who got out Sat. Lord he is one of yours now. I pray you keep the devil and all evil away from him. Keep calling him Lord, draw him to you with your loving kindness. In Jesus Name. Amen

Well ladies I humbly come to you once again for my son Bradley. I just got a call. He has been hinting for awhile that he wants to rejoin the Army. He was in the infantry and had papers to go to Iraq. God moved. He broke his foot twice. He got out and met my Grandson's Mom. Now he is feeling so out of sorts. He called and told me he is going back into the Army. He is taking the test tomorrow. I tried to lovingly say it was a big mistake. My grandson needs him, Bradley just wants to run.

Please please pray he doesn't get in! I can't see how he would but Bradley says that as long as he passed the physical he will get in. Brad said he would be leaving in 3 weeks.

This is horrible news! Bradley has his son everyday and is so good with him. My Grandson desperately needs him, the mother is way out there.

Oh God how I want to pray God's will in this. Yet I am scared. I am asking you all once again to intervene for my son.

Thank you God bless.

John 14:27: "Let not your heart be troubled, nor let it be fearful" (John 14:27). The Word says it; now I need to do it!

A short verse but one I so needed to hear. Thank you Terri. I have been so full of fear and worry, and felt so far away and distracted when I pray. I should know better. It seems there is a lot of that going around lately.

God Bless both of your sons, all of our sons and daughters, all of our loved ones. And give us the faith we need to keep chugging along.:)

thank u all
and a special prayers for Bradley.i am partial to that name jill ..:)

Thanks Deb. I am headed to bed but will keep you and your son and your situation in prayer. Please know what I said I said out of love and concern.

Terri, I lift up Kevin. I pray that both he and his wife to be, feel God's annointing as they join in the convenant of Holy Matrimony. (oh to be that blissful again!!)
I lift up Todd---- (special name to me, I had a Christian cousin-Todd who was murdered after playing the organ in a chuch in Dorchester, MA (part of Boston), they never found out why, or who did it. (this was about 1986), so I lift up Todd, your perfect will be done in his life, nothing less, then your perfect will Lord. I pray that this Todd will live a long, virtuous life serving you.
Justadeb- I pray that you will be encouraged and blessed in a special way!
Bradley- I lift him up to you, your perfect will Lord. I especially lift up his son, and ask that you keep Satan and his plans away from this little boy. I pray that he grows up with Christ loving people in his everyday life. I pray a hedge of protections around both dad and son.
I lift up all inmates represented here, and all of us Moms.
Be blessed everyone!

jill please know every word i read from you touches my heart and makes me shed a tear or two... i feel the love ...and the passion you share in your words..and prayers

Jill I will be praying for your son. Oh I hope for your family he does not get in. Many, many prayers for you.

Psalm of Protection

The Lord is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear?
The Lord is the stronghold of my life—of whom shall I be afraid?
When evil men advance against me to devour my flesh,
when my enemies and my foes attack me,
they will stumble and fall.
Though an army besiege me, my heart will not fear;
though war break out against me, even then will I be confident.

--- Psalms 27: 1-3

please keep a friend in prayer. we have known P & P for oh.. 25 yrs. we have always been their spiritual counsel and mentors. anyhow, got a call last night from her and he is in hospital. muscles started shutting down and something about that clogging his kidneys and they were trying to shut down. we went and larry went in the er room and prayed w/him. had phone message this morning that instead of taking him by ambulance to phoenix, they helicopterd him there.

thanks.

and Lord we continue to hold up Ovie and her son to you. we ask for peace, grace and mercy.

Those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.
Isaiah 40:31

Terri, special prayers continue for both sons. I ask that God gives you peace and tomorrow will be a joyful and love filled day.

Jill, Bradley will be in my prayers that God may be merciful and let him be where he is needed most, with his son.

Dutchgirl, special prayers for P&P being said. May God's Healing Hands be on him.

Deb, prayers continue for you

Friday prayers have been said for all members and their loved ones,

May God bless each of you with a day filled with His love, joy and peace,

Cecelia

Hello!

Just stopping by to pick up this week's names. Please continue to keep our faithful "inside" prayer warriors in mind as you pray this week. As you know, when an inmate comes to Christ, he quickly finds himself on the battlefield. We know, as believers, that it's a spiritual battle and that it belongs to the Lord. But to a new believer, it can be a very difficult time of testing and doubt. Satan is a poor loser and knows "what buttons to push".

Also, has anyone ever heard from Lillybee? It's been quite a while since I've seen a post or PM from her.

Thank you all. May God Bless you and yours.

In Christ,

Michael

Jill, special prayers coming your way for Bradley.

Dutchgirl, special prayers going out for P&P.

Deb, still praying for you.

Michael, special prayers going out for your 'inside' prayer warriors. I have not heard from Lillybee, either.

Friday, special prayers going out for everyone and every need.

Praise Him!
Trust Him!
Be Blessed!

Hi family,

IXOYE Ministry,

Thank you. You are right, once you give your life over to God and make a change you become a target for Satan's followers. Please pray for my husband, Stephen, that God will keep him safe and saved and bring him home this year.

Love
Cyn

Friday prayers going up for all represented here, and all situations.
Dutchgirl-- special prayers being said for P&P, it's not a good sign when a med flight is called. I see the med flight for our area go out from where I work. I pray for the patient when I see it take off.... Re: concerning P&P, is there a chance he's being called home??
Prayers for more prayer warriors for all the prisoners,
Prayers going up for stephen.

I am asking prayers for my niece's son, Todd. He just got out of prison on Saturday and did not come home Monday night. He went to Church and accepted our Lord on Sunday but I guess the drugs called and he went. They are a devoted Christian family and know that it is only through God that he will be healed.

Oh, Cecelia, I'm so sorry. Please let your niece know we are lifting Todd, her and her family up in prayer. My heart hurts for her as well as for Todd. I know the heartache of having a son caught up in that vicious cycle. It can be such a devastating feeling when your hope is deferred once again. And, yes, God is the answer, and only He knows what Todd needs to go through before he'll be ready to truly surrender not only his heart but his life to Jesus. The Lord still has His hand on Todd, though. He will relentlessly continue pursuing him until the stronghold of drugs is broken and is replaced by the Lord Himself!

Lillybee posted on the "Circle of Prayer" thread on 4/24 after quite a long absence and then again on 4/28. I haven't seen anything from her since. We need to keep lifting her up in prayer. I've had to fight feelings of despair and worry myself lately, so I'm praying against any such feelings, including hopelessness. May the Lord cover Lillybee with a blanket of peace and let her know how much He loves and cares for her. You are special in His sight, Lillybee.

amen believing,lord what ever it is that is weighing on lillybees heart,please make her load a little lighter today,,lord let her know that her family here are beside her and are lifting her up to you lord,wrap your mighty arms around her and give her your healing embrace,amen

would like to send a prayer for cecelia"s family,,lord keep them strong and give Todd the peace and love for himself to overcome the cravings,and give a chance to ask you for help,god give him strength,,,amen

"Show me thy ways, O LORD; teach me thy paths. Lead me in thy truth, and teach me: for thou art the God of my salvation; on thee do I wait all the day."
Psalm 25:4-5

My sincere thanks from the heart to you, Terri and Moma K for your prayers and caring for Todd. My niece was uplifted as he had someone return the car to the house and left a message on her answering machine saying he was sorry that he relapsed but not where he was etc. Please continue your prayers. This is the first time that he acknowledged that he was hurting his family and showed some remorse. Praise God as we see His works here. We must wait on the Lord with patience.

Terri, special prayers are being said for you and yours today. I can feel the anxiety in your words. I ask God to lift it from you and replace it with peace. I ask that He will keep your sons in His care and on the right path.

Saturday prayers have been said for all members and their loved ones

Have a blessed day in the Lord,

Cecelia

Lifting up all above prayer requests, all our "children." all of us,
Lord Bless everyone!

Praying for Todd. Thank God he got a message to his Mom. I pray God quickly draws him to himself and away from all that is not of him.

Praying for Stephen. Praying for Lillybee. Praying for Ovie

As always praying for all those who have someone they loved behind the walls.

Hi Family,
This is my prayer reminder on my bedroom wall....

Prayer Changes Things/Situations/Circumstances


Pray for the Peace of Jerusalem



1. Enter in the Right Relationship with God.


2. In your relationship as a Child of God you must keep the channel of access to Him clear of sin and self.


3. You must pray in Faith….”Without Faith it is impossible to please God” (Hebrews
16:11)

God Bless you all. You and your families are in my prayers,
Love, Cyn

If this is already posted somewhere.....sorry....It always makes me smile when I read it...

1. God wants spiritual fruit, not religious nuts.

2. Dear God, I have a problem, it's Me.

3. Growing old is inevitable ... growing UP is
optional.

4. There is no key to happiness. The door is always
open.

5. Silence is often misinterpreted but never
misquoted.

6. Do the math .. count your blessings.

7. Faith is the ability to not panic.

8. Laugh every day, it's like inner jogging.

9. If you worry, you didn't pray. If you pray,
don't worry.

10. As a child of God, prayer is kind of like calling
home everyday.

11. Blessed are the flexible for they shall not be
bent out of shape.

12. The most important things in your house are the
people.

13 When we get tangled up in our problems, be still.
God wants us to be still so He can untangle the knot.

14. A grudge is a heavy thing to carry.

15 He who dies with the most toys is still dead.


Have a great day!!! The SON is shining and He
can certainly use you

That was precious eeniaLorr

Very insightful, Cyn, both of them. Thanks for sharing!

Thank you for your prayers, Cecelia. Kevin's married and everything went through smoothly. Kind of funny though, neither Jim nor I feel any specific emotion: not joy, not relief, not much of anything. I think if anything I feel kind of a sadness that they are starting their life as "one" without having the Lord at the center of it. And, if I look honestly within myself, I guess it's hard to really "let go" and release him to his new family. It would be so much easier if he was living his life for Christ and being the spiritual head of his household. That's my main prayer now until it happens.

One thing I know: the Lord is good. I thank Him with all my heart for being the One who holds our lives in His hands. Only He can take lives and refine them for His glory. We serve a mighty and awesome God.

Thank you for your prayers, Cecelia. Kevin's married and everything went through smoothly. Kind of funny though, neither Jim nor I feel any specific emotion: not joy, not relief, not much of anything. I think if anything I feel kind of a sadness that they are starting their life as "one" without having the Lord at the center of it. And, if I look honestly within myself, I guess it's hard to really "let go" and release him to his new family. It would be so much easier if he was living his life for Christ and being the spiritual head of his household. That's my main prayer now until it happens.

One thing I know: the Lord is good. I thank Him with all my heart for being the One who holds our lives in His hands. Only He can take lives and refine them for His glory. We serve a mighty and awesome God.

OH good! I'm glad the wedding went well. I posted on the other thread and came here and found your good news. I think I'll stick with this thread from now on :) It'll be ok Believing, they are now together. That's a good start. It may only take 1 of them to start turning to the Lord and the other one will follow. You set an excellent example and they see that all the time.

Sunday prayers going up! May all of us, and our "children" have a blessed day! One in which every one of our children's heart's be turned to him, that their hearts will not be hard, but softened, and they hear and respond to the Lord's voice calling them this day...
Please pray especially for Micaela, my 15 year old daughter, it's her confirmation day today!!! We're leaving for church shortly, mass is at noon (EST). I'm praying that she feel the Lord's annointing on her! That she have an extra special blessed day, and be blessed by all our Christian friends coming to celebrate with her this afternoon. She knows and understands that this day, is her public proclamation that Jesus is Her Lord!

let the hearts of those who seek the Lord rejoice. Look to the Lord and his strength; seek his face always.
I Chronicles 16:10


Teri, I am glad the wedding went well. I understand your feeling of wishing it were a "Christian" marriage. Without God, there seems to be an emptiness there. However, we know that God was there and must continue with hope and prayer that in God's time, Christ will be the center of that marriage. This shall be is my prayer for Kevin. Now, we must wait on God. Bless you, Terri.

Flymom, special prayers being said for Micaela. What a wonderful day for her.


My Sunday prayers have been said for each member and your request for a loved one.

This is the day the Lord has made and may you be blessed as you praise and serve Him.



Cecelia

My niece was uplifted as he had someone return the car to the house and left a message on her answering machine saying he was sorry that he relapsed but not where he was etc. Please continue your prayers. This is the first time that he acknowledged that he was hurting his family and showed some remorse. Praise God as we see His works here. We must wait on the Lord with patience.



Give him a Cyber Hug from all his Aunties here! Hallelujah!

Please Pray for Ovietor, Her Son and Her Entire Family. Thank you so much. Some Happy, Hope and Togetherness.

Terri, I'm glad the wedding went well.
Lillybee, special prayers coming your way.
flymom, special prayers for Micaela on this Blessed day.
Sunday, special prayers going out for everyone and every need.

My prayers are with all of you and your loved ones.
Praise Him!

PRAISE THE LORD

Todd is home! A friend of his who is a recovering addict and now a Christian working for the Lord, found him and talked him into coming home. He has been on a wild alcohol and drug binge since he left and there is a lot of work to be done now. Please continue praying as we know it is prayers that brought him home. My niece is hoping to get him into a Christian Recovery Center with a man of God there that has done marvelous work. Pray that he will go and be open to God's Healing Power. Thank you all for your prayers that has brought this about. I will keep you up on how it goes. Each of you is a true prayer warrior of God and His grace is on you. Your continued prayers for Todd is appreciated so much.

Bless you all,

Cecelia

I want to add that my Special prayers are going out for Ovietor and her family

Extra special blessings for Micaela today!

My prayers continue for Todd. Thank the Lord for his friend. Sounds like the Lord's plans are coming to pass. It is good to see these wayward sons as the Lord sees them through His eyes and to "see" the future that He has for them through eyes of faith.

Special prayers being said for Ovietor, her son and her family. May the Lord draw them and bind them together in His love.

Praying: Micaela has a extra special day. Bless her Lord big time with a special annointing. I pray each family member and friend have a wonderful day. Give Flymom joy unspeakable joy this day.

I am so glad that Kevin's wedding went off well. We just will continue to pray his wife and him turn to the Lord.

Always praying for Ovi and her family and Lillybee

Sunday prayers for all members and their loved ones.

Prayers for Micaela on her special day.

Prayers being said for Todd. May he learn to take life one day at a time.

Terri, I am glad the wedding went well. And we know that God works in mysterious ways.

Prayers being said for Lillybee and for Ovietor and her family.

May everyone have a blessed and peaceful day.
God grant me patience for the changes that take time.

Monday morning prayers, giving thanks for a wonderful day yesterday, it was blessed!
Micaela walked in to the religious ed. building, to get ready, and her day started off with someone greeting her, "oh my gosh, you are so beautiful!" This woman hadn't seen her for a while! I'm sure that helped Micaela to feel special, the mass was nice, and we had a great afternoon with friends.
Lifting up todd, ovi, and Lillybee. I give thanks that the Lord is moving in Todd's life, let the work HE begun, continue....
LIfting up all prayer requests, unspoken concerns, our "children." and us Moms.
Have a blessed day everyone!

Thank you Lord for answered prayers for Flymom's family and Todd

Lord I pray you touch Todd this morning. Draw him with your loving kindness. Allow him to feel your love. I pray you put others in his path that will be used mightly by you Father to heal him. I ask that you speak peace to his family I pray. Lord you are in control and we thank you for what you are doing and going to do in Todd's life!

I pray that you gently love on Lillybee this morning. Send more of your love her way I pray.

I pray that you make a way quickly for DG's daughter to come home to her.

I pray Lord that you continue drawing my children to you. Thank you for answered prayers in my children's lives. Thank you for Bradley not seeking to go back into the Army. I pray you open doors for him. I pray my daughter Sarah does well this week on her advanced courses finals. I pray you keep her pure and that no one will steal her innocence or goodness. I pray for my daughter Hannah that Lord you will continue to draw her to you, that she will not forget her upbringing or forsake her annointing. Give my son David a special touch today. Its two years ago today he walked into that prison. I asked that you quickly bring him to his knees and he walks with you.

For all those who have loved ones behind the walls I pray.

Special prayers for Ovie and her family.

I ask all of this in the mighty name of Jesus. Amen

Come to me all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your soul. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.
Matthew 11:28-30

My prayers have been said for each of you, your loved ones and your special requests.

I thank God for hearing and answering our prayers for Bradley who will stay home and be with his son. God is good and we are blessed that He hears our prayers.

Thanks to all of you for your prayers for Todd. It is now going to be a long hard road for him and he will need God's help each step of the way.

I ask God's blessings on each of you today. Have a great one.

Cecelia

Such Good News going on here! Wonderful things are working in the right direction! I hope you took lot's of pictures of her special day. I hope Todd is feeling better than ever right now! Surrounded by Love.

Thank you for the prayers for Ovietor and her Son and her Family everybody :)

I'd like to put in a Prayer request for our Dutchgirl now. I just read in a thread she needs some uplifiting badly now. Lighten her Load Lord.

Special prayers being said for Dutchgirl. May God be with her and give her the strength she needs at this time.

God bless,

Cecelia

Special prayers continue for Todd.
Special prayers going out for Dutchgirl.

Monday, special prayers going out for each and every one of you, for every need and request.

Be Blessed!
Praise Him!

Can you please pray for me this morning. I am dealing with my ex husband in court. Thank you

Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or peril, or sword?…Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us.
Romans 8:35,37

Jill, my prayers are with you this morning as you go to court. I pray that God will be with you and that you will feel His love, strength and wisdom. Bless you.

Tuesday prayers have been said for all members, your loved ones and all special requests.

Terri, I am led to offer special prayers that your heart may be lighter and you may feel God's peace.

Special prayers continue for Dutchgirl.

May each of you be blessed with God's love and grace today,

Cecelia

DavidsmominVA,

We pray for fairness and a good outcome as you enter into this man-made court. God is the supreme ruler and holds all in the palm of his mighty hand.

Prayer for Wise Governance


Heavenly Father, we give thanks for the democracy alive in our country and for the freedom to worship You. Help the elected government and all in positions of power and authority to govern wisely and for the common good of all. Amen.

Love
Cyn

Tuesday prayers for all members and their loved ones.

Special prayers for being said for davidsmom today.

Dutchgirl and Lillybee, prayers being said for you both.

2 Cor. 5:7 was brought up in church this past Sunday. And I can't get it out of my head." For we walk by faith, not by sight." Most days, at least for me, it is easier said than done. How hard it is sometimes to give up that control you think you have and turn it all over to God. I thank all you ladies for your strength, your faith and continued prayers. On those days when I need some help, some spiritual reinforcement, I always come here. Thank you.

May everyone have a blessed and peaceful day.
God grant me patience for the changes that take time.

DavidsmominVA,

We pray for fairness and a good outcome as you enter into this man-made court. God is the supreme ruler and holds all in the palm of his mighty hand.

Prayer for Wise Governance


Heavenly Father, we give thanks for the democracy alive in our country and for the freedom to worship You. Help the elected government and all in positions of power and authority to govern wisely and for the common good of all. Amen.

Love

Cyn


Oh yes! Double Yes!

Amen Amen to both those prayers!

prays for you today jill that the outcome will bring justice and let others see the light of the true intent of that others soul...
my prayers were answered yesterday..thank you all.

Jill,My Prayers Are With You Today and Always!!!! PLEAS HEAR OUR PRAYERS LORD
((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((JILL)))))))))) ))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))
KNOW WE ARE WITH YOU AND SO IS HE~~~~~~~

Thanks for the prayers. All went okay.

Lifting up all of us, and our "children" this evening. I am asking that the Lord visit each one of our "children" in a night vision......this night....

Tuesday, special prayers went out for each of you, and each request and need.

Be Blessed!
Praise Him!

I tried to post last night, but a thunder storm came up and I lost my Internet connection just as I was transmitting my message; then, I tried again this morning and that data error came up :( So, here goes again.

Cecelia, thank you so much for your prayers. I do feel better. Kevin and Jacque went to Florida for their honeymoon, and Jim has talked to him a couple times since they got there. Yesterday, Jim said Kevin really sounded good. That relieved me somewhat. You see, when Kevin arrived at the wedding, he had this look in his eyes, and it wasn’t good (reminded us of the past). I think that’s what’s been troubling me. Pilgrim, thanks for sharing the Scripture verse. That’s exactly what I needed to hear and what I need to do: walk by faith, not sight. Cecelia, I know your prayers played a big part in the heaviness being lifted from my heart. So, thank you once again.

My prayers are going out for all. May we walk by faith, not sight and put our trust in the Lord only. Our hearts can be deceitful; our emotions can be controlled by our carnal nature. The enemy can play havoc with each. Only in Jesus can we walk in truth and faith and confidence, knowing that with God, all things are possible.

Psalm 71:20-21
Though you have made me see troubles, many and bitter, you will restore my life again; from the depths of the earth you will again bring me up. You will increase my honor and comfort me once again.

Terri, I am so glad that you are at peace. Praise God! My prayers continue for Kevin.

Update on Todd. He has been trying hard since he came home with helping around the house etc. His sponsor from Kairos came to visit him and stayed for dinner. Please continue yours prayers as he is really fragile now and only God can guide him on the right path. I know with all my heart that God hears and answers our prayers. Thank you, Lord, for we are blessed.

Wednesday prayers have been said for each of you and your loved ones.

God bless you with a day filled with His spirit of joy and love

Cecelia

Wednesday prayers for all members and their loved ones.

Terri, I am keeping Kevin and Jacque in my prayers. I pray that the Lords strong shoulders will carry them through.

cecelia, praying for Todd to be strong, to take it one day at a time and to have faith in the Lord and in himself.

May everyone have a blessed and peaceful day.
God grant me patience for the changes that take time.

Terri, sending special prayers for Kevin and Jacque.
davidsmom, glad things went well.
Cecelia, sending special prayers for Todd.

Wednesday, special prayers going out for each of you and your loved ones. For every request and every need.
Be Blessed!
Praise Him!

Lord I thank you for answered prayers. I lift Kevin and his wife up to you. I pray Lord that you put a good christian couple in their path, that will help lead them to you.

Lord thank you for working in Todd's life. Thank you for Kairos and those that lovingly serve our inmates.

Lord thank you for laughter and for bringing Ovie her for a few giggles. I pray you continue to work in her life and her families lives.

Lord I lift up Susan W and Jon. Lord I pray you make a way Jon gets into Teen Challenge and You use it to give Jon a new life and a new beginning serving you. Protect Susan from all evil. Give her the strength, wisdom and grace to do what you have called her to do.

I lift up my son Bradley Joseph. My heart is troubled yet I do sense hope. Lord become real to him this week. Open doors for him. Lord I pray you lift off depression from him and give him the joy of the Lord. Continue drawing him to you I pray Father. Thank you for my beautiful grandson Chance. Thank you for his laughter and his joyful personality. Thank you for his health. Thank you for all my children. Touch my David with an extra dose of your love . Touch my Sarah and Hannah let them not forsake their annointing or innocence I pray.

I pray Father that you do miracles in all our inmates lives. Lord I pray you set free those that are wrongly convicted. Lord I pray you touch each and every one of those that visit this site. There is hope in you Lord. May all our children seek you and find you behind those prison walls.

Thank you Lord for your faithfulness even when we fall. Whisper in Lillybee's ear how much you love her this day.

In Jesus Name I pray. Amen

God walks with us. He scoops us up in His arms or simply sits with us in silent strength until we cannot avoid the awesome recognition that yes, even now, He is there.
Gloria Gaither

Amen, Amen to all Jill. Bradley and his son remain in my prayers. Your posts are always an inspiration to read.

Prayers continue for Kevin and Jacque.

Rose, how is Steve? I have been saying special prayers for him also.

My prayers today have been said for each of you and your loved ones.

May God's love surround you through out your day and may you feel His gentle peace in your heart.

God bless all,

Cecelia

Cecelia, thanks for asking about Steve, and thank you for the prayers for Steve. He is doing WONDERFUL! PRAISE GOD! Still no job, but that's ok, God is in control. The 19th will be 18 months home. Still waiting for his release from parole.

Thursday, special prayers going out for all of you and your loved ones, and for each need and request.

Be Blessed!
Praise Him!

David's Mom in VA- Amen, to all your prayers!

Today, Thursday, I lift up all our "children", all of us, and all circumstances. Lord, be in the midst of us all, and we look to you to continue the good work you have begun...
Help us to walk, by faith, and not look at the "junk circumstances."
I ask you to go before each and everyone of us everyday, and order the placement of our footsteps, so many of us have tons on our plate, and we need you , Lord. Help us to keep our priorities straight. Help us to be the people you want us to be.

"AMEN," Jill.

Praise the Lord, Rose! So happy to hear Steve is doing so good. My thoughts and prayers continue to be with him and Rick, also.

Jim & I will be leaving tomorrow night for vacation. Please keep our two little great nieces in prayer (Alysia and Tabitha)--those of you who the Lord might remind. We are going to the Bahamas; the trip was planned and paid for before we knew we were going to have the girls, otherwise we wouldn't be going. They will be staying with their aunt (my niece) & uncle. Jim has his phone set up so we will be able to call them.

I will be praying for everyone here and their loved ones.

Rose, I am so happy to hear that Steve is doing so great! Rick is doing well also but is looking for another job where his traveling will be less due to these gas prices. He has been off parole since April 2 of this year. Praise God. All things in His time. We are so blessed.

Terri, thanks for your prayers for Rick. We will never cease needing them. Have a fantastic trip to the Bahamas. My prayers go with you. My prayers will be with your girls, Alysia and Tabitha along with your sons also. Just have a great time.

God bless,

Cecelia

terri,,you go on that trip,,and enjoy yourself,,you and your husband deserve to take a break,,the girls will be fine,,have a good trip,,,GOD SPEAD WOMAN!

Thank you for all your prayers.

I pray Lord you give a special touch this weekend to all Mom's. Lord give them a spirit of Joy. I pray for all those who will be visiting their children this weekend that they have a safe and rewarding trip. I pray for Terry and her husband that they have a wonderful vacation. Use this time for them Lord to renew and strengthen them. I pray protection around their neices that they wil be safe and well.

I pray Father that Ovi receives mail or better yet a call from her son. Let let it happen please this weekend!

Lord I ask for those who are hurting you send someone to give them a kind word , a hug or a shoulder to cry on.

I pray for D/G's daughter that you quickly intervene in her situation and make a way for her to come home to her Mom.

I pray for all of our children that you continue to draw unto them and lead them to you.

Thank you Lord for all that you are doing in our lives, and all that you are going to do. In Jesus Name I pray Amen

Jeremiah 29:11-13

(http://bible.gospelcom.net/bible?passage=Jeremiah+29%3A11-13&NIV_version=yes&language=english&x=9&y=8)I know the plans that I have for you
Plans for prosperity and peace
Never for evil or calamity
But a future hope never to cease
Then you shall come and call upon me
And will bow your knee to pray
And I will hear you and heed your call
To be by your side right away
Then you will find me when you seek
If you seek with all your heart
For I shall reveal myself to you
From you I will not depart
M.S. Lowndes

Friday prayers have been said for each of you and your loved ones.

Special prayers for Ovi that she may hear from her son on this Mother's Day weekend.

For all our children that they may feel God's presence in their lives and know that He is the only way.

God bless you all,

Cecelia

Thank You, Terri! Have a wonderful vacation!
Praying for Alysia and Tabitha. be safe. Have a Happy Mother's Day!

Thanks Cecelia, I'm glad Rick is doing good. My prayers are with Rick.
Steve should be off parole, too. I don't think his PO knows what he is doing. I guess when he gets his card in the mail, he'll know for sure. :D :thumbsup:

Friday, special prayers going out for all of you and your loved ones, for every request and special need.

Be Blessed!
Praise Him!

Friday prayers going up- Lord, I ask that "our children" be convicted by the Holy Spirit of their wrong doings, and that they turn to you, look to you, and only to you to provide the way out of their ungodly life styles. I ask for healing in their relationships with people that would provide good influences for them. I ask that you soften their hearts of stone. I ask that they would desire you, Jesus, and start attending chuch in the prisons, Lord, I ask for revival...

Can I send a prayer request for my Mother? I just got word that my sister is in the hospital again and she's not doing so good. I haven't spoken to my mom yet, please pray that she can deal with all of this. My sister was born on my moms birthday :(

Thank you sooo much, I know your prayers here go a Lonnng way.

Bless May God grant your prayer and have your mom feel the love and peace and your sister feel hope and healing.

May I also add for moms, a prayer from brinda and hope she doesnt mind me pasting it here, it is lovely!
Originally Posted by specsmom
Lord God, help this Mom in this situation. Help her son. Wrap arms of protection around him as he is in the dark places. There is no place so dark that You are not there..but we are only human and we are afraid so give us peace .Let us see Your hand at work .Protect my son also this day. Don't let him forget You.Let the truth be obvious to him and to all our sons.And mercy Father. I pray for mercy for our sons.And for all of our sakes prepare a future for these prodigals.Bring them home to us to a future of goodness.Amen
One time a lady said to me"You have to be like Moses Mom. Put him in the basket and let him go down the river. The Nile-full of crocodiles and hippos.And trust that God will watch him. " Really hard.Love to You all and Happy Mother's Day,Brinda

If any of you are having trouble, pray. If you are happy, sing psalms. (James 5:13)

Bless, I pray that God will comfort your Mother's heart and bring her His love and peace on this Mother's Day. Special prayers being said for your sister.

Saturday prayers have been said for all members and their loved ones

Be blessed today as you serve Him,

Cecelia

Prayers being said for Blessing's Mom and sister. Amen, to above prayer.
Lord, I ask you , something perhaps selfish, that our "children" in jail think of all of us Moms in a positive light tomorrow! I ask that you heal relationships where needed. Let your Holy Spirit please guide them.
I thank you, Jesus for your mother. May I even be a little bit like her!
Lord Bless all of you!

Bless, special prayers coming your way for your Mom, and special healing prayers for your Sister.

Saturday, special prayers going out for each of you and your loved ones, and for all needs and requests.

Be Blessed!


HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY!

"AMEN," Jill.

Praise the Lord, Rose! So happy to hear Steve is doing so good. My thoughts and prayers continue to be with him and Rick, also.

Jim & I will be leaving tomorrow night for vacation. Please keep our two little great nieces in prayer (Alysia and Tabitha)--those of you who the Lord might remind. We are going to the Bahamas; the trip was planned and paid for before we knew we were going to have the girls, otherwise we wouldn't be going. They will be staying with their aunt (my niece) & uncle. Jim has his phone set up so we will be able to call them.

I will be praying for everyone here and their loved ones.

Bahamas! Oh that sounds like a dream come true! So glad you're able to get away and have a nice vacation. Have fun! Take lots of pictures and have a few of those sweet coctails with little umbrellas on them, even if it's just soda pop :) Prayers for a safe FUN trip and for the little ones for a happy safe time while you're away.

Thank you sooo much to everybody for prayers for my mom and sister. They were heard! My mom went out and got her hair permed yesterday :) I think that counts! :)

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Happy Mothers Day Everybody!
Thank you for all the Happy Mothers Day posts!

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Up late .....I will be praying too!

:heart:MOTHER'S COVERS

When you were small. . . . And just a touch away,
I covered you with blankets against the cool night air. . . .
But now that you are tall. . . . .And out of reach,
I fold my hands and cover you in prayer
author unknown~

Please Lord, bless each Mother's heart here and let her feel the love of her child in her heart and I pray that each inmate will feel his Mother's touch as she covers him with prayers. I wish each of you a blessed Mother's Day.

God be with each of you on this special day,

Cecelia

Happy Mother's Day to Everyone! May our Lord surround us with peace and love today!

God walks with us. He scoops us up in His arms or simply sits with us in silent strength until we cannot avoid the awesome recognition that yes, even now, He is there.
Gloria Gaither

Monday morning prayers have been said for all members and your loved ones

May your week be filled with His love and gentle peace

God bless all,

Cecelia

Monday prayers for all members and their loved ones.

May everyone have a blessed and peaceful day.
God grant me patience for the changes that take time.

Monday prayers going up for all of us, and our "children." Lord, I ask that you send your Holy spirit this day to every prisoner represented here. Thank you , Jesus
Bless- traveling mercy for you, Oh, how I love Palm trees!!! They are my favorite, I also love the color of the water in the bahamas, I can feel the warm sand, see the water, and those palm trees swaying in my mind!.... Enjoy, and be Blessed!

Monday, special prayers going out for each and every one of you, for each special request and need.

Be Blessed!
Praise Him!

I AM SO THANKFUL HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE GIFT OF SIGHT:love:
I AM SO THANKFUL I WAS GIVEN THE THE GIFT OF BEING RELATED TO MY SISTERS/BROTHERS HERE
I AM SO GRATEFUL FOR BEING GIVEN TEACHERS WHO TAUGHT ME HOW TO READ
I AM GRATEFUL I CAN COME AND READ SUCH WISE LOVING CARING KIND WISDOMS
THAT WISE WOMEN/MEN LOVE TO SEE/HEAR AND MOST IMPOTANT GIVE!!
I AM GRATEFUL FOR BEING ABLE TO KNOW HOW TO BE GRATEFUL!!

OOPS??? POSTED ON WRONG THREAD??:blush:

THE TEST IS IN THE STORM.... T.D. JAKES
I have listened to you, I heard you request,
I've come to tell you that it's only a test;
Just hold on though your storm be strong,
Just hold on, this test is your storm,
But it won't be long, go through, hold on.

So your daughter won't hear you,
Your son could care less,
Seems they've done all to hurt you, but it's only a test;
Just hold on trough your storm be strong,
And hold on, this test is your storm,
But it won't last long, go through, hold on.

(Don't you know the darkest time in your life is)
Just before the break of dawn.
(All your battles I will fight if you just)
Just hold on, hold on, hold on.

Your tears have been plenty in the still of the night,
You've prayed, now your empty just to weak to fight.
Just hold on through your storm, be strong and hold on,
This test is your storm, but it won't be long,
Go through, hold on.

You say you've been wounded,
You've given your best,
You've been misunderstood, but it's only a test,
(This test is your storm),
(it won't be long, go through, hold on).


I'm able to deliver,
Hold on, hold on

I'm able, I can help you,
Hold on, hold on.

I'm able, I can heal you,
Hold on, hold on

Hold on

Never the less,

It's only a test, hold on.

Tuesday prayers for all members and their loved ones.

I am grateful for this thread. It has lifted my heart from self pity and doubt, more times than you will ever know. And for this I thank you all.

May everyone have a blessed and peaceful day.
God grant me patience for the changes that take time.

Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you; not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.
John 14:27

Tuesday prayers being said for each of you, your loved ones and your requests.

May God be with you today and may you feel His love and peace.

God bless,

Cecelia

Please all keep MerryB22 in your prayers. She is having a hard time right now.

Lord I pray a hedge of protection around Mary. I pray Lord that you send more love to her. Lord I pray she feels your love and comfort. I come against satan and demand he leaves her. Leave and take all your demons with you. I come against the spirit of depression and demand in the authority of Jesus Christ it be gone. Lord come now and fill Mary , her family, her son and her home with a peace beyond her understanding. Give her JOY LORD UNSPEAKABLE JOY! I pray for her son that you Lord give him all he needs this day. Protect him I pray. Send someone to care for him. In Jesus Name I pray. Amen

Blessed Creator bless our sons upon their journeys through this life. Create in them the heart of the warrior and the gentleness of the dove. Bless the spirit within them and keep them men of God. Give them the courage to be themselves in a world gone mad. Keep on them the path of righteousness. Give them your blessing along their ways. If there is wrong in their hearts I ask that you take them and change. Thank you for them it is a blessing that I can never be worthy of. they are yours to hold and keep safely in your wings .

I lift up all our "children" in prison, both the ones that are in a physical prison, and the ones that have created their own prison in their mind. Set them free, Lord. Let each and everyone of them walk with you.... I lift up all of us Mom's Lords,....
Praise report- my sister heard from my son, he actually managed to avoid a big fight in his prison, he happened to be inside writing her and missed the whole thing! He hadn't written anyone for ages! God's timing was good!
I pray extra protection for the situation in our neighborhood, (I posted it on who needs support today), I also pray for the perpetrator of these crimes, Lord, let this man listen to your voice, and not that of a stranger, Lord, let him be held responsible for his crimes quickly, don't let Satan use this man to seek, steal, and destroy anymore. Restrain him Lord, hold him back Jesus from doing more damage, and wounding anyone else. I just ask your angels to be messengers in this situation, and I ask that you give the police wisdom quickly. Lord, I know this man has a conscience, or he wouldn't have apologized to his victim, let this man's conscience bother him to the point that he can't live with himself anymore, and he has to seek help. If there's someone who suspects or knows who this man is, let them tell the authorities, and not keep it inside. Amen, and amen.

And yet, Lord, you are our Father. We are the clay, and you are the potter. We are all formed by your hand.
Isaiah 64:8

Special prayers being said for MerryB22 and her family. May our Lord's presence be felt by all.

Flymom, prayers being said for your neighborhood's safety. Also prayers that the perpetrator will repent and be brought to justice.
Wonderful news about your son. God watches over His own.

Wednesday prayers have been said for all members and their loved ones.

May God's blessings be on each of you today

Cecelia

Wednesday prayers for all members and their loved ones.

May we always stay close to Him, and have faith in Him. He is with our sons and daughters, even though some of them don't realize it. My Bible knowledge isn't the strongest, but I do know the verse, "I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee."

May everyone have a blessed and peaceful day.
God grant me patience for the changes that take time.

Merry, special prayers coming your way.

Flymom, glad your son is safe, Praise God! sending special prayers for your neighborhood situation.

Wednesday, special prayers going out for each of you and your loved ones, for every special need and request.

Be Blessed!
Praise Him!

prayers going up for each and every one of us, and our "children."
Prayers going up for our neighborhood, and all of us in it. Prayers for wisdom for the police. The news said that the 15 year old girl did not know her attacker, but he left behind strong evidence, and an arrest should follow shortly. I say amen to that. I pray for her, her family, the perp. and his family. Lord, your perfect will from this moment on.

Flysmom I didnt post a prayer yesterday when I read yours. I did pray though.

Lord I pray that there be healing in that community. I pray that the elderly woman and young girl have no lasting reminders of this trauma. Lord I pray that you touch them and heal their bodies, mind and emotions. I pray you give the Police wisdom. Help them Lord catch this man. I pray for this man. Just the fact Lord he said he was sorry tells me he is so sick. I pray somehow you turn what the devil meant for evil to good. Let peace and comfort spread throughout that community I pray. In Jesus Name. Amen

Girls I Need A Big Favor......i Need Prayers For Bub!!! His Boss Lost A Major Acct. And Until They Can Get More Acct. He Is Laid Off!! Hes Already Been Out Today Looking...but Nothing...tomorrow Hes Going To Bridgestone....and They Hire Felons And Give Them A Chance!!!please !!!things Were Going Good For Him.....he Doesnt Even Care If Its Fast Food!!

Those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.
Isaiah 40:31

Sassie, special prayers for Bub. I pray that our most gracious Lord will put him in a job that is best for him and where he can be happy and productive.

Thursday prayers have been said for all members and their loved ones and for all special requests.

God be with you and bless you as you love and serve Him.

Cecelia

Sassie, special prayers going out for Bub, I pray he finds a job soon.

Thursday, special prayers going out for each of you and your loved ones, for every special request and special need.

Be Blessed!
Praise Him!
Trust Him!

I have been waiting all morning for the Lord to give me the words.

Lord in the name of the most high. I pray you work miracles in Bub's life. I pray you go before him and make his path smooth. Lord I pray you soften hearts and give him a good job no a great job. Lord you know Bub's heart. He wants a better life for himself and his son. I pray you make a way this day. Lord I have seen all my life when you close a door you always open another one. Lord open a better door for Bubs.
Thank you Lord for what you are doing in his life and what you are going to do. In Jesus name I pray. Amen

God is so good so faithful. I shared last week I thought we would see more miracles here....never did I think it would be in my family.

My son's counselor called him in this week. Someone in Albany(the capital) pulled his file. They changed his classification from medium to min. My son never asked for it. This is huge. I am not sure of all the details. Still trying to get info. What I do know is once he is transfered. Min. prisons in NY have no barwired fences, no security measures for visits and YOU CAN BRING IN FOOD FOR VISITS. I loved that I can bring in McD's and more importantly baked goods. My son didnt tell me this as he didnt want to get my hopes up. His GF called tonight.

The thing is God even answers unspoken prayers. My son has less than a year and has been saying he wanted a transfer. Well he will transfer alright.

I wrote him tonight and told him it was okay to get his hopes up its called FAITH!

I will call counselor first thing in the am. Please pray Davids "faith" is not tested. I am praying for a QUICK transfer.

I write this with trembling hands..... usually when NYS moves inmates closer to home....it means they are getting ready to COME HOME.

Lord help my unbelief. I AM PRAYING FOR VICTORY. I GIVE ALL THE GLORY AND HONOR TO OUR LORD.

Thanks everyone. It gives me great joy to share what God is doing!

Jill, I am so very, very happy for you and my heart jumps for joy to think of God's wonderous love for us that He reads the prayers of our heart and answers. Praise Him. All things are possible with God. I will be praying that David gets moved and then will soon be on his way home to you.

God bless,

Cecelia

I will praise thee, O LORD, with my whole heart; I will show forth all thy marvelous works. I will be glad and rejoice in thee: I will sing praise to thy name, O thou Most High.
Psalm 9:1-2

GEESH:yay: JILL:) MY HEART IS STILL :fb::fb::fb: I'M SO VERY HAPPY:D for you!!!
I'M AS EXCITED TONITE FOR YOU AND SON AS I WAS THE NIGHT I COUNTED DOWN HRS TILL I PICKED BUB UP:yay::yay::yay::yay: I EVEN SENT HRLY EMAILS TO FREIENDS AND FAMILY :haha::haha::haha::haha:.........i might do the same if i had addys...lol
i have enjoyed each of your prayers and posts!!!!
LOVE YOU LOTS SIS!!!

PT ROSE ..I DON'T KNOW WHY BUT WHEN I SEE YOU I SEE THE CUTE LIL MOUSE ANS READY TO CALL YOU "MOUSIE"
THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR YOUR PRAYERS FOR BUB!! I ALSO KEEP ALL OF MY FAMILY HERE IN MY PRAYERS!!! YOU ALL ARE VERY SPECIAL

JILL THANK YOU FOR THE BEAUTIFUL PRAY FOR BUB!!! I'D BE SO LOST WITHOUT ALL OF MY SPECIAL FAMILY!!!!!!!!

PLEASE NEVER LEAVE ME
LOVE TO ALL SASSIE

CECELIA THANK YOU ALSO FOR PRAYERS FOR BUB....KNOW YOU AND YOURS ARE ALWAYS IN MY PRAYERS!!
LOVE
SASSIE

Sassie I will be praying for Bub that he gets a good job. Tell him to check with UPS if they have one near you. My son was working for them after his arrest, while on probation so maybe that would work. I will pray that he get a job that will be the best for him.
Your sister Susan

The Lord is good and does what is right; he shows the proper path to those who go astray.
Psalm 25:8

Friday prayers have been said for each of you, your loved ones and each special request.

I will be gone for a week. My older son owns a vacation home in Maui and we will be spending one glorious week there. Know that my prayers will continue with each of you every day.

God bless and keep you and yours in His loving care

Cecelia

THANK YOU JEFFSUE!! I'M SORRY WASNT HERE LAST NITE:(:(:(:(:(:( I DO MISS YOU!!
THE DR. FIANALLY GAVE ME AMBIAN......AND I SLEPT!! WAS GREAT:D its been awhile since i've slept more than 3hrs straight:(.........THEN I WAKE UP AND FIND OUT MY GAS WAS SHUT OFF....MY DAUGHTER FORGOT TO PAY IT!!::cry::cry::cry::cry::cry::cry: and her husbands been out of work for over a month!!! GOD WILL GIVE ME AN ANSWER SOON I HOPE!!
SORRY FOR CRYIN...DIDN'T MEAN TO...

JILL!! I'M SORRY FOR THE DISAPOINTMENT IN YOUR HEART!! I KNOW IT HURTS! AND I KNOW ALSO IN MY HEART THERE WILL BE AN ANSWER FROM GOD SOON.....THERE IS A GOOD REASON! God has it!! you've already given TO HIM:D
love you
sassie

Wonderful news, davidsmom! Praise God!
Cecelia, have a wonderful time in Maui!

Friday, special prayers going out for each of you and your loved ones.

Be Blessed!
Trust Him!

Pray for my son, he is getting close to a year and a half in and his girlfriend said they should just be "friends" around Christmas. Now she says she doesn't want to visit anymore. His Sunday school teacher is also looking for someone to take over his visits because he just doesn't have time to visit even once a month. I am in Virginia and he is in Alabama, so this is hard. My son's name is Russell

Russell added to prayer list.
Praying for all our "children", all circumstances, and all of us Moms.

hi rkered,,Itoo will add Russell to prayer list!!I am sorry that hes having to face this...YOU BOTH ARE IN MY PRAYERS

Lord I come to you this morning with a heavy heart and burdens to big for me to carry. I trust you Lord that you are big enough to handle all of them.

I pray for Mother J. I pray Father that you give her a renewing and a peace that she has never known. I pray you give her wisdom regarding her children. Tell her Lord what to do, when to do it and more importantly give her the strength to do. I pray you touch her physically and remove all sickness. I pray you touch her emotionally and send more of your comfort. Lord this is a big weekend for her and her church. Its a weekend that will bring you Glory. I come against the devil and demand in the authority of Jesus Christ that he flees and takes all his demons with him. His actions will only cause the body to pray more. So flee now in the Name of Jesus. Lord come in like a wind and bring healing, comfort, mercy and grace. Bring more love to Mother J her and her family. I pray protection on all of her children and grandchildren. I pray you cover them with your blood and no harm come to them. Where there needs to be conviction I pray Lord that you convict and then gently draw these children with your kindness and love back to you. Lord Mother J and Hubby have heard your call, they have been faithful servants now I ask that you bless them in every area of their lives. Give Jordon a special touch this weekend. Thank you Lord for all that you have done in Mother J's life and all that you are going to do. We are expecting a great report. In Jesus Name I pray. Amen

Lord I pray for Flysmom and her beautiful family Lord she is weary she is overwhelmed I pray you move QUICKLY in her life. Lord I know you and she does also . When we have had enough thats when you move. I pray now this moment this day that your Holy Spirit do a supernatural work in her life. I pray for her husband and for her finances. I pray that you go before him and give him a new job a better job with better insurance. I pray for the crisis in her community. I thank you for her heart that she cares so deeply. I pray this weekend their will be closure and the police will find the suspect. Please Lord let the violence stop. Lord I pray you heal the women he has hurt. Heal him too Father. I pray for all of Flysmom's children. I ask Lord that they all be followers of you. I pray for the son in prison. I PRAY FOR TOTAL RESTORATION IN HIS LIFE . I PRAY HOLY SPIRIT CONVICTION ON HIM AND HE WILL TURN COMPLETELY AWAY FROM ALL THAT IS NOT OF YOU. Lord come to this family let your Glory be shown in their lives. Lord I know that I know Flysmom will always give it all back to you. Thank you Lord for all that you are doing in her life and her families lives and for all that you are going to do. In Jesus Name I pray. Amen

I pray for Deb that the system will quickly move her son to a better place. Release him Lord I pray. Calm Deb and give her the peace and comfort that she knows you are working in their lives. In Jesus Name I pray. Amen

I pray for Bubs that you send him good strong christians to him and employment with these people. Let no harm come to him through parole. Lord you know the situation please Father move quickly in this situation. I Pray for Sassie and her entire family that they will know you and feel your love. In Jesus Name I pray. Amen

I pray for Ovi and her son. I pray Lord let her feel some joy and even hope this weekend. I pray Lord in that jail you send someone who loves you to her son. Lord he is hurting I pray he feels your love. In Jesus Name I pray amen.

I lift up precious Bless to you. I pray for her sister who is ill. Lord touch her with your mighty hand this day. I pray her Mom and sister arrived safetly. Quiet this Mom's heart. Lord she needs comfort. I pray the sisters work out the differances. I pray for you in this situation that you cause there to be healing and restoration for all involved. Lord please God do a miracle in this families lives I pray in Jesus Name. Amen

Lord I pray that Cecelia has a wonderful trip. Bring her there and home again safetly. I pray that she has a special time with you Lord in this special place. Allow her to rest and receive glorious downtime. I pray in Jesus Name. Amen

I pray for this situation for Russell. Oh Lord give him more of your love. Lord I hurt for this boy. I pray Lord you allow him not to react in anger but give him comfort I pray. I pray for his Mom who is so far away. Lord give her peace that she knows you are right there with her son. I pray for the girl. Lord I ask that you soften her heart towards Russell. Ipray Lord she hurts him no more. In Jesus Name I pray. Amen

Jill, you sure have a wonderful gift of prayer for those in some kind of need. I know when I'm down and you pray for me things happen. I certainly needed my "Jill Pill". It feels so good to be strong and help others but I also need to learn that there are times to acknowledge my fraility and ask for help myself. Last night I was in the middle of writing to Flymom, wanting to give her encouragement and I was overcome with a feeling of hopelessness. I'm still sick, I'm over the kidney thing, but now there's a lot of other stuff going wrong and it's a struggle to do the things I normally don't think twice about. To make matters worse, I lost my new prescription of Effexor and am going through the shakes not having it, not to mention all the tears. That's why I was spending so much time trying to be happy thinking back to the good ole day and sharing my memories with my friends. I have a daughter who is homeless with a baby and one who is spending all her time outside of work and her money on having a good time while we are caring for her sons. Our son in law with polycystic kidney disease is having health problem and I will spare you the rest of my woes. I just want to feel healthy again and feel a peace come back into my life. It will happen, but I'd appreciate your prayers.

Flymom, I feel so deeply for what you are going through. I lift up all my dear sisters/brothers/nephews & nieces and their situations to the Lord. Flymom, Ovie, Jill, Bless, Sassie & Bub, Mary & Hubby on their visit, Deb, Reggie & Hubby with their move & the visit, Rkered & Russell, and those who don't seem to have the burdons quit as heavy at this time or aren't laying them on the rest of us, I'm asking God to bless each of you. I especially ask God to touch each one of our loved ones who are in prison. May God grant us the patience and faith to wait upon him to answer our prayers.

Jill and MotherJ,I am sitting here and reading Each of Your PRAYERS for ALL of us..I didn't see either one of you ask for anything that either one of YOU NEED ....
I'M not good at praying out loud or putting my prayers into words spoken aloud...YOU BOTH HAVE INSPIRED ME YOU TRY.....
Dear Lord i know you know Each And Every one of our NEEDS AND WISHES...I COME before You in Prayer...I PRAY THAT JILLS HEAVY HEART IS LIFTED AND HER PRAYERS ARE ANSWERED FOR HER SON,LORD SHE, IS SUCH A WONDERFUL LOVING DEVOTED CHILD OF YOURS AND SHE NEEDS YOUR LOVE AND GUIDENCE,SHE GIVES SO MUCH AND ASKS SO LITTLE...PLEASE LIFT HER UP INTO YOU LOVING AND WARM ARMS...AND LET HER SEE AND FEEL YOUR LOVE FOR HER SON DAVID,,WATCH OVER OUD DAIVID PLEASE....THANK YOU LORD FOR HEARING ME..........AMEN


DEAR LORD,,I COME BEFORE YOU FOR MOTHERJ.....PLEASE WATCH OVER HER,,HELP HER LORD TO COME THRU HER ILLNESSES AS YOU HAVE ME...SHE TOO LORD IS A VERY SPECIAL LOVING KIND AND WARM PERSON YOU HAVE MADE,,, SHE ALWAYS HAS A KIND WORD FOR EVERY ONE....SHE IS ALWAYS THERE...I PRAY YOU LIFT HER INTO YOU LOVING WARM ARMS AND LET HER SEE AND FEEL YOUR LOVE FOR HER........PLEASE WATCH OVER HER SON AS WELL...AND PLEASE SHOW HIM THE PATH TO YOU...AND SEND HIM THE SAME FAITH HIS MOTHER HAS IN YOU...AMEN

LORD PLEASE KEEP ALL OF MY SISTERS&HUSBANDS AND BROTHERS&WIVES NEPHEWS NEICES GRANDSONS GRANDAUGHTERS,SONS AND DAUGHTERS IN YOUR LOVING HEART AND ARMS SO THEY WILL LEARN TO LOVE YOU AS I AM LEARNING......AMEN

Sassie, you are such a dear sweet person. :love: Some people have the gift of praying with words to inspire and worthy of being published. Some have an ability to pray with so much compassion and decernment. Then others pray with their love of the Lord just sticking out there with no one having to guess about their sincerity. We are really blessed with some awsome prayers here on PTO Parents, but I firmly believe that their prayers are no more important to God and to those they are praying for than the sincere prayers of any of the rest of us or the prayers of a child. Your prayers were beautiful just like your spirit. It mean so much to me that you love all of us enough to do something that is out of your comfort zone. And you did it so well. That is how we each grow in our spiritual life. We step out in faith, go a little farther than we think we can and find ourself growing. But for those who don't feel comfortable in praying in public.... your private prayers are no less important. What I often do before I pray is ask for the Holy Spirit to give me words that express the desire and longings of my heart and the needs of those for whom I'm praying. Sometimes it shocks me what my fingers are typing.

I agree with Mother J. I was deeply touched by your prayer. Its meant a lot to me also that you stepped out and prayed. It was beautiful. Thanks.

Mother J.... I hope you are feeling better and have been able to lay low today. I love you!

THANK YOU BOTH VERY MUCH....BUT PLEASE KNOW THAT YOU ALL ARE IN MY PRAYERS EVERY DAY!:love::love:

Thank you all for above prayers, they mean a lot to me.
I worked today, I didn't even FEEL like flying, but I put on a "professional, happy" face, and flew anyway!
On the way home, I put on some praise music. One song came on, I'm sure you all know it, "yes,Lord, yes, lord, yes, yes lord, I'm trading my sorrow, I'm trading all of my shame,... I'm trading it all for the joy of the lord, I say, yes,.... That took me back to Germany, to world youth day, there were thousands of us singing that, English, from different parts of the world though. It was a good memory!
I am praying for all of us, and our children.... I'm just emotionally tired though....but I will pull out of it!
Lord Bless all of you!

Thank You Flymom:d

Saturday, special prayers went out for all of you and your loved ones.

Be Blessed!
Praise Him!

Sunday, special prayers going out for each of you and your loved ones, for each circumstance, need, and request. And just, Because! :) :grouphug::heart:

Be Blessed!
Praise Him!
Trust Him!

Thank you so much for the prayers, I cried when I read them. It is so good to know people are praying. My chuch liftes my son up every Sunday,but we can't have enough prayer

rkered- I am so thankful that your son is lifted up in church. Our large church, doesn't seem to pray for prisoners, I am going to have to bring that subject up again....
It felt good to be in church this morning, the Lord reminded me, that I can find peace in HIM. What a nice reminder!
I pray this day for peace for all of us, and our "children." That they find peace with our risen Lord as well.

I'm so happy you felt good in church this morning flymom, I've been worried about you. Special prayers today going out for our new moms, here, also. It's so hard in the begining. May they find some peace and comfort here.

rkered, that was wonderful to read, about your church standing behind your son with prayer. My church does the same for my son. Today was our churches 50th anniversary and my sons spiritual advisor, a caucasian, retired, 70 year old school teacher was there and told that knowing my son has been the most important thing to happen in his life. His love for my son is every bit as strong as mine and my husbands. What a blessing. If each church could make it their mission to at least acknowledge that God cares about those in prison and can work with those behind bars, as well as those on the streets and in high places. If they could minister to those of their own who are incarcerated, I truly believe that God would spread the blessings not only in the prisons, but through the church and community as well. I'm not sure what the problem is, whether it be fear, ignorance to the situation, indifference or whatever, I am sure it should be one of the missions of the church.

Here I am again. My sister is back in the hospital again. Give my mother strength to get thru this. Thank you so much for your prayers everybody. I don't want to keep comeing back. Let them be answered Jesus.

jill once again you brought tears to my eyes with your prayer. sassy beautiful thank you
momj,flymom, ptrose and for all th reast..i look forward each and every time i come here to reading your words so loveing and kind...

Hello Family,

I haven't checked recently, but I have kept you all in my prayers.

This passage comes from the Women's Email Devotional

Love
Cyn,

Pray continually (I Thessalonians 5:17 NIV).

Several years ago I felt motivated to expand my prayer life. My wife's family
meets bimonthly to pray for concerns and we've seen the power of God at work.
But some serious issues needed ongoing prayer. Since I already used my morning
prayer time to pray for my immediate family, when could I pray for the extended
family?

God showed me I could pray for my wife's family and my family on my commute to
work and then during my ten-minute walk between the parking lot and office. All
total, I found an extra hour to pray.

To help me remember to pray, I used visual cues. For example, my wife's niece
and family live along my route to work, so I prayed for them as I drove past
their neighborhood. Similarly, when I drove near a church plant where my
children attend, I prayed for growth for their church.

Now I've retired and don't have a commute, so how can I pray more? I can pray
whenever I do tasks that don't require my full concentration. And so could you.
For example, pray while you run errands, exercise, or walk. Pray while doing
household chores, yard work, or taking a shower. And for visual cues, pray for
neighbors while walking to the mailbox. Pray for children and schools when
passing schools. And pray for pastors and congregations when you drive by a
church.

If we ask God, He will show us how to "pray continually." He knows our schedules
and when we can pray more. He'll help us "pray in the Spirit on all occasions
with all kinds of prayers and requests" so we can "be alert and always keep on
praying for all the saints" (Ephesians 6:18 NIV).

Questions: Keeping a prayerful heart is a habit we can grow in. What is one way
you could suggest to find more time to pray? Do you use visual aids to remind
you to pray for specific people and situations?

Bless, special prayers continue for your Sister and your Mother. :heart:

Monday, special prayers going out for each and every one of you and your loved ones, for every need and request. :grouphug::heart:


Be Blessed!
Praise Him!

Lord we know you give us only so much to handle. Bless and her loved ones have endured enough. I pray for Bless's sister. Lord I pray you do a complete healing in her. I pray that you touch her from the top of her head to her toes with your healing power. Lord please be with Bless, her Mom and her entire family. I ask Lord that you send comfort and peace to them. We are expecting a good report. Thank you for all you are doing and what you are going to do in Bless's sisters life. In Jesus Name. Amen

Pt Rose And DavidsMom. Thank you ever so much for the prayers. They're being heard! She's home again. The Bleeding has stopped. Hallelujah!

BlessTheInmates, that's wonderful news!
Praise God!

Bless Thats Great News!!1 I Will Continue To Say Prayers For You Your Sister And Your Mom!! And The Rest Of Your Family....love You!!
Take Care God Bless
Love Sassie

sorry to be the pitiful one but this seems to be the firstime in 4 months i've cried without worry of flooding my house.
i'm new to this situation and my hubby is in bell county texas awaiting his transfer to tdc he has a number i think but he said something about overcrowding and his transfer date and facility might be changing .
just wanted to say hello and be able to talk to women who are in my shoes and can understand how i feel thank you sooo much and god bless

Wonderful news Bless! I will continue to pray for complete healing.
I am still praying for Bubs to get the perfect job.

hi, its me, the lag ... bless, PTL for His touch. will continue holding all of you up before His throne.

Welcome to the Prayer Circle, TIMBABY1. If you post your husband's name, we will add him to our prayer lists. May the Lord give you peace during this difficult time.

Welcome timbaby1. We have all cried, it's cleansing for the soul....

Lifting up all our "prisoners", all of us, and all circumstances this day. Praise the Lord, we need to remember our blessings....

Tuesday prayers for all members and their loved ones.

God is working in unexpected ways. In little ways that we may not really see, unless we look really, really close. Unless we really listen with our hearts and pay attention. He IS working in our children's lives, day by day.

May everyone have a blessed and peaceful day.
God grant me patience for the changes that take time.

"Think of ways to encourage one another to outbursts of love and good works." (Hebrews 10:24)

I don't think God puts us through rough times with out showering us with blessings. I've had a rough past couple weeks with bad health and bouts of hopelessness. However, in going through the unpleasant times, I've also had a number of "lights on" moments. I love to receive those messages that I believe are from God, when my feelings on something are so drasticly changed and I suddenly see clearly what I was in such a fog about before. Also God can change your feeling about someone through prayer. My son has wanted me to forgive and communicate with the people who were involved with him during his crime. It was something I felt was beyond my power and I was right. It was beyond my power, but with Gods help I can now feel compassion for these young people. I am writing two of them and even received a hand made Mother's Day card from one.

Dear Lord, we praise you for healing and blessings. Thank you that you have created us so we continue to learn and grow. Bless each of us and our loved ones in a special way today. Give comfort and peace to those in prison. Thank you for hearing and answering our prayers. Amen

Special prayers going out for each of you and your loved ones.

Praise The Lord!

Prayers that all needs are met and comfort given

Pray for my son, Victor at Luther Luckett.

lscrum, it's good to hear from you again. I have Victor on my prayer lists and write him periodically. I hope you're doing okay. May the Lord bless and keep you, Victor and the rest of your family.

It's good to hear from you again, lscrum! I have Victor on my prayer lists and write him periodically. I hope you're doing okay. May the Lord bless and keep you, Victor and the the rest of your family.

Victor has been added to my prayer list.
Lord, I lift up all "prisoners" represented here, and us Moms. Dear Jesus, please move in these lives, we know you are Lord, and we ask for your perfect will in each and every prisoner's life represented here. We ask for your grace, and mercy, especially for the Moms who are "new" to this.

prayer for Christian singer Steven Curtis Chapman and family. their adopted 5 yr old daughter was accidently run over by thier teen son and died.

oh my heart aches... dutch
Almighty God, Father of all mercies and giver of all comfort: Deal graciously, we pray thee, with those who mourn, that casting every care on thee, they may know the consolation of thy love, through Jesus Christ our Lord.

Oh my, I can't even imagine the heartbreak they must be going through.
Such a terrible thing to happen to such a good family. They did so much good encouraging adoption. I pray that God bring comfort and peace to their family and especially their son who must be so devastated.

As you read this; may I encourage you all to pray for the teenage son; how devestating this is for him.



Steven Curtis Chapman’s Daughter Dies in Accident

Published: 2008-05-22

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The 5-year-old daughter, Maria, of award-winning singer-songwriter Steven Curtis Chapman died Wednesday evening after being struck by her teenage brother in their country driveway with the family SUV. Laura McPherson, spokeswoman for the Tennessee Highway Patrol said to the press, "He did not see Maria in the driveway before the vehicle struck her…it appears to be a terrible accident."

Maria was the youngest of three girls the Chapman's adopted from China. The Chapman's have been active supporters of adoption and have organized Shaohannah's Hope to aid families wanting to adopt. Also, with Chapman's latest music tour, he started a campaign called "Change for Orphans" where audience members collected spare change at his concerts that was given to a local family to aid in their adoption process. John Styll, president of the Nashville-based Gospel Music Association said in a statement of Chapman, "I don't know anybody who loves his children more than he does and is so committed to the adoption concept, and to lose one, no matter what the circumstances, is heartbreaking beyond all comprehension."

*Editor's Note: Our prayers are with the entire Chapman family as they grieve the loss of Maria and may their teenage son find peace again after such a terrible accident.



Sharon Davis
Romans 5:8 While we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.

“Help us to help each other, Lord, Each other's cross to bear, Let each his friendly aid afford, And feel his brother's care.”

“Help us to help each other, Lord, Each other's cross to bear, Let each his friendly aid afford, And feel his brother's care.”
PLEASE LORD GIVE COMFORT TO THIS WONDRFUL FAMILY IN THIS TIME OF GREIF AND NEED...HOLD THIS BOY IN YOUR LOVING ARMS AND LET HIM KNOW YOU ARE HERE FOR HIM IN THIS GREATEST HOUR OF NEED
IN JESUS NAME I PRAY
AMEN

Amen, to above prayers. I read about that earlier, and prayed. It's terrible. Satan does come to seek, steal and destroy.
Lord, I ask that you hold this family up with your righteous right arm, and that you help them in their grief.
I ask for your blessings on all of our "children", I ask for safety, and above all I ask you for their hearts to be softened and turn towards you.

Amen to the above prayers. Special prayers going out to this grieving family.
Thursday, special prayers going out for everyone and every need.

I have a special prayer request, yesterday morning my mom was rushed to the hospital, she has had a stroke and has bleeding in her left side of her head, could you all say a little prayer for her, she is 84 years old, her name is Lila. We don't know much more than that, they are running all kinds of tests on her. Thank you all so much, you all are my second family. :heart:

Be Blessed!
Praise Him!

dear lord,i would like to send out these special prayers to our dear pt rose"s mamma,Lila,lord please wrap Mother Lila in your healing arms,let her know that she is loved and your presence is there to heal her,to restore her to the family and friends that love her so,give her the strenghth she needs to pull her through and heal her,and lord please give the Chapman family the will and strength to lay their child at your lap,and to please give that young boy the wisdom to know he has to forgive him self as you have already done.lord be with us all in such hard times as our hearts seem to heavy to carry in on,we have to remind ourselves that if we give all of us to you,you give us what we need most,,,amen.

I am well so sorry I have not been on. Life has been extremely busy for me. My husband had surgery on his arm and spent a week and a half in Rochester. My dad's PSA's continue to go down and hpefully the chemo will be done soon. I think of you all often and keep you in my prayers. Extra prayers going out for your mom PT Rose. I am afraid it would take me forever to go back and catch up on the posts so just know that you all are in my prayers for whatever reason you may need.
Jean

Praying for your mom, Rose. My heart and prayers are with you both and your family. Please keep us updated.

Good to hear from you, Jean. That's encouraging news about your dad.

Bless you all this holiday weekend. We must remember to count our blessings and remember how much the Lord loves us. Thank God that the heartaches and sufferings of this world are but a speck in the realm of eternity. My prayers are with you all.

The LORD bless you, and keep you;
The LORD make His face shine on you,
And be gracious to you;
The LORD lift up His countenance on you,
And give you peace.

~ Numbers 6:24-26 ~

In the name of Jesus I lift up your daughter Lila to you, Lord you know all about what is going on in her body, I ask that you direct the doctors and all others that will come in and out of her room. I ask that you give Pt Rose peace so that she knows it's all in God's hands. I thank you for what you are doing right now in this families life, continue to guide and protect them in the name of Jesus. Amen.

Dear God, we spoke earlier; remember? Please add to those prayers PT Rose's dear mother who is ill and in need of your merciful care. And, God, thank you again for all the blessings you have sent to me. I love you, God. Amen.

Heavenly Father, giver of life and health: Comfort and relieve your sick servant Lila, and give your power of healing to those who minister to her needs, that she may be strengthened in her weakness and have confidence in your loving care; through Jesus Christ our Lord.
and thoughts and prayers for all those in need this friday...

big prayer need. because of pending legal stuff, I dare not use names. when my son was still in county and his mitigation guy was interviewing different people (family) he had gone to interview sons grandmother and 'father', brothers, etc. when he was there, the local police wanted to know why he was doing this, so it seems that sons father was being investigated for a 20 yr old disappearance of a young girl. things died down. the other day I got letter from son. seems that the 'pot was stirred' and the investigation was reopened. the police now have a 'witness' who turns out to be sons 1/2 brother. so sons 'fathr' may be arrested for murder. I explain all this so you can follow why the prayer request. growing up my daughter was treated xtra spec from her 'dad' and later I understand that he raped her. she was around 12/13 yrs. old.
she has hated him for many years. when I told her about this new developement, she practically danced on the phone. but now the Lord is speaking to her. whether or not we like the man or what he has done, Christ still died for him too and we need to pray for him. now she is in utter anguish. close to a breakdown. she needs to find peace in this.
thank you.

Friday prayers for all members and their loved ones.

Rose, special prayers being said for your mom Lila, and your whole family.

Jean, thank you for keeping us updated on your dad. Prayers being said for him, your husband and you.

Prayers being said for the Chapman family. I pray for comfort and healing in their time of sorrow.

If you get to visit this weekend, may God keep you safe as you travel. If you aren't, may you get that phone call or letter you have been waiting for. But if it doesn't happen, just know that God is with your child, watching, comforting and healing them, in ways that they don't even realize.

May everyone have a blessed and peaceful day.
God grant me patience for the changes that take time.

may this be the final door that closes in a your child's heart...that allows her to become whole..and allows her to believe god did have a plan in his own time....may it bring her closer to forgiveness to herself..so she can make to choice to take better care of herself love herself...and let go of the anger......may this be the right of all wrongs...so this family can heal..
i have no idea where this came from....i hope this is ok

D'GAL,I am saying prayers for all of you! Espically for your sons half sister and that she may be able to set her hate aside ........My love and prayers will be with you today and every day!!
GOD BLESS
LOVE
SASSIE

sassie, oops.. this is sons real sister (my daughter & ex's). it was sons 1/2 brother who turned states evidence against dad. sorry maybe I didnt make it clear.
this person has done a lot of evil and hurt alot of people in the past 30 some yrs. now he is just a old broken man who needs the Lord as we all do. my daughter needs to get past the past and see her so called dad thru His eyes not hers. the only way she will find peace is to give it all back to Him.
thank you all for your precious prayers.

Hello,

Adding my prayers to yours that all will be well and that God will continue to move by his might. Each day is brand new and his mercy is ever unfolding. In due season if we faint not we will reap our reward.

The following prayer I found on BeliefNet.


Help Me Avoid Toxic Relationships


Heavenly Father, I sometimes get into relationships
that are not good for me.
Please help me better discern how I relate to
the people in my life
and give me the wisdom to know when a relationship
is not giving you glory and is harmful to me.
Bring me courage to avoid toxic relationships
and help nurture what is good and just in all things.

Amen

- Maureen Pratt

Be Blessed and a Blessing.
Love
Cyn

I pray for the Lord's will to be done, for your daughter to find her peace in the Lord, knowing that He is a just God. I pray that He wipes away all her tears, that her dad turns to the Lord and truly repents with godly sorrow. May the truth come to light and nothing remain hidden in darkness. Lord, have Your way. The Bible says that "judgment will be merciless to one who has shown no mercy; mercy triumphs over judgment" (James 2:13). May the Lord's will be done.

I believe there is a reason this is all breaking forth now. I pray your daughter can pray for her dad, but release him to the Lord and put the past to rest. With the Lord's help, she can forgive him, even now, and leave whatever consequences he must pay up to God.

My heart also goes out to that other hurting family. How they must have suffered these twenty years.

I will continue praying for everyone involved. May God keep you all close to Him during this difficult time and cover you with His peace and love.

Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me.
John 14:1 KJV

I have gone over all the posts that I have missed this past week while I was away. I have prayed for each of you and your requests when I read your post. There is so much pain but I know that God is with each of you and working in your lives.

Rose, I send special prayers for your dear Mom, Lila. I also ask God's love and peace be with your family as she is so special to all.

Dutchgirl, prayers being said for your daughter and also your "ex" that he may find God in his life as he faces his past deeds.

I pray that God will bless each of you and lighten your hearts. so that you may feel the joy of His presence and His love surround you.

Cecelia

D'G, :blush: I PROBABLY READ IT WRONG..OR PUT IT IN WRONG CONTEXT....I'M GOOD FOR THAT TOO!! I PRAY THAT YOUR DAUGHTER WILL HEAL AND THATSHE LETS GOD CARRY HER THRU HER HURT AND PUTS IT IN GODS HANDS AND LETS GOD TAKE IT FROM HERE...DOES THAT MAKE SENSE? I PRAY FOR EVERONE THAT HAS BEEN HURT AND AFFECTED BY THIS EVIL MAN...THAT THEY ARE ALSO ABLE TO PUT THIS IN GODS HANDS.......
LOVE SASSIE

Dear God, you know how we are hurt and frustrated, give us the gift of your peace and please let your will be done. If it is your will, let our loved ones come home soon, we know you can create miricles for your glory. We acknowlege your glory. Thank you for your love in Jesus name. Amen

Welcome back, Cecelia! I hope you had an absolutely great time! I'm sure it was blessed of the Lord!

Thanks, Terri. I do hope that you had the same. Just resting and relaxing in God's Paradise. Lots of time for prayer and meditation. Prayers were said for each of you several times a day. Now, it's back to reality. lol

Blessings,

Cecelia

Jean, thank you for the praise report, re: your father.
Lord, I lift up Lila to you, I ask that your perfect will be done in her life. I ask that every single hand that touches her has your annointing on them. I pray for a peace that passeth all understanding on Lila and her family.
Dutchgirl, this sounds like some of my family! Lord, I ask that whatever is hidden will be disclosed, and what is in darkness be brought to light. I ask for your perfect will and justice in this situation. I ask the woman in this situation rejoice, in that good is conquering evil, and I ask you Lord, that you keep her heart from not looking down on someone on the day of their misfortune. Your balance, Lord. Thank you, Lord for bringing light into this deep darkness, and I ask that all future generations be blessed, and bow their knees to you. I ask that through your precious blood that all generational curses, of SA, murder, and everything that is not pleasing to you, be broken in Jesus' name. I claim this family and future generations for you. May this family be blessed from this moment on.
Lord, I ask that you bless our "prisoners." Jesus, I ask you for miracles in these lives, Some of us have waited so long, Lord, please let us see the fruits of our prayers....

Listen less to your own thoughts and more to God's thoughts.
-- François Fénelon

Sunday prayers have been said for each member, your loved ones and your requests.

Special prayers continue for Lila that God may be with her and her family and
surround her with His healing power.

Prayers also being said on this special holiday weekend that the Lord may protect our troops as they protect us. I pray for them and their families left behind.

God bless each of you,

Cecelia

Sunday prayers going up for all our "children" , and all circumstances!

Has anyone ever heard from Lillibee?

I just looked at Lillybee's profile. She had activity on PTO this last Friday, the 23rd. No postings or anything since the end of April. We'll have to just keep praying.

i could use some prayer for both myself and my loved one to be steadfast and believe the lord is handeling the situation and that the timing is in HIS hands. We could really really use this. Thanks to all who pray.

Prayers For Freely And Her Loved One Being Said...god Bless
Sassie

Prayers continue for Lillybee.

Freely, special prayers being said for you and your loved one that you may know that God is with you and that all is in His hands.

God bless,

Cecelia

Thank You all for your prayers for my mom. :heart:
She is still in the hospital, we don't know much more than what I wrote the other day. We can't seem to talk to a doctor. We can't get her to eat hardly anything, she is very weak and can't walk yet, she has no energy. she has to eat. her speach seems slurred, all she wants to do is sleep. This is NOT my Mom, she is a tough lady and a real prayer warrior, please keep praying for her. Tomorrow we are talking to the doctor if we have to sit there all day and wait, the nurses won't tell us much of anything.

Sunday, special prayers went out for all of you and your loved ones, for every need and request.

Be Blessed!

Your Mom,you And Your Family Are Still In My Prayers Rose....i Will Pray The Doctors Have Good,positive Things To Tell You!! You Need To Rest Also...if You Are Wore Out You Won't Be Able To Be There To Be With Your Mom.....so Please Take Care Of Yourself Too!!
God Bless Your Entire Family
Sassie

Rose, thank you for the update on your Mom. She continues to be in my constant prayers as do you and your family. Hang in there and know that God is there right with all of you.

God bless you,

Cecelia

Lord Jesus I lift up D/g's daughter. I too pray that what was hidden in darkness you reveal in your light Father. I pray that you do a complete healing in the daughters life. Slowly peel back the onion peels of her soul, healing her and making her whole once again. I pray that she feels peace. That the whole family feels peace. I pray this for my family also. We are survivors of s/a, I pray that the generational curse in my family is broken once and for all. You have said Father it is finished! I pray this for D/g's girl and entire family. May justice be done. May they all received a touch of your forgiveness for this man. May love, healing and restoration reign in their lives. In Jesus Name. Amen

Dear Lord, I thank you for the good night's rest and for all the blessings you have bestowed on me. I pray that you will cloak those who are in pain - both mental and physical pain - and give them refreshing comfort with your peace. Watch over our loved ones who are behind the bars and fences and show them the light of your eternal promises. If they doubt you, Lord, provide them a sign. I promise Lord that every blink of my eye, every beat of my heart, every breath that I take today will be for your greater honor and glory and in gratitude for giving me life in You. In Jesus' name I pray for my sisters and brothers here on PTO and around the world. Amen.

The LORD himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.
Deuteronomy 31:8

Prayers have been said today for all members and their loved ones.

Prayers continue for Lila, DG's daughter and ex, the Chapman family, Bless's sister and each of your special requests. God does hear and answer prayer. All in His time. Wait for the LORD; be strong and take heart and wait for the LORD.
Psalm 27:14

His blessings on all,

Cecelia

Monday prayers going up for us mom's, our "children", rose's mom, freecuffed and her loved one- that your pefect will Jesus is done in this situation, and your perfect timing, I ask that you let freelycuffed and her loved one rest in you, knowing that you are in control.
For Rose's mom- Lord, I lift up this prayer warrior to you right now, we know that Satan wants to attack her, because of her righteousness, and all the kingdom work she has done for you, Jesus, we ask that you hold back the attacks of the enemy, surround her with angels, dress her with the armor of God, we ask that anyone that comes in contact with her, that you annoint their hands, their speech, let only healing and restoration come to her. We ask that you open up the line of communication between the doctor's, nurses, and family. We thank you Lord, we thank you that you are there in the room with Rose.
Lord, I lift up Lillybee, what ever circumstance she is in, or feels she is in, I just lift her up, and ask that you bring her support.
I thank you Lord, that you have given me life, and another birthday to celebrate. Help me to live all my days for you. Each day, I ask that you help me to do something for you, Jesus.

"Amen," flymom, "Amen."

and

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

Praying for all parents with children in prison. I come here with a heavy heart and a worn out body. I come with my hands outstreched to the heavens and pray for peace of mind for all those that are hurting today. I come here humbily asking the Lord to wash me white as snow. Today is a new day . His mercies are new every morning. I come here lifting freely's circumstances to you Lord, I pray that your Will is done. I come here asking for forgiveness for anything that I have said, or done that is not of you. I come here singing praises with a little skip in my step. My son and grandson will be here in three days. Thank you Lord . My beautiful deserving daugher will graduate from HS in 5 days. I pray your hand is kept on her and all she seeks. I pray for travel mercies for myself and my son. I pray that the lost of David not being at graduation does not overtake the joy of seeing my beautiful daughter suceed.
I pray for all those coming back from visits. The Lord's comfort may bring you peace. I pray for all those inmates who are looking at long sentences, I pray that it not be in vain and that the Lord uses them mightly right where they are at. I pray for all those Moms who have no hope and joy is not seen. I pray Lord that you come to them this day, bring more of your love, mercy, grace and joy.
In Jesus Name I pray. Amen

Whose birthday????

Whomever it is Happy Birthday.

Tuesday morning, Thank you for the happy birthday! I think I am going to change the year I was born though.... LOL
Lifting up this morning, all of us, our "children", and especially Ovie and davidsmominva, Lord, these Moms have heavy hearts- lighten their burden I pray. You came so that we might have life, and have it abundantly, I pray that this will come to fruition for each and everyone of us, and our "children." I pray that you stop satan from seeking, stealing and destroying us, and/or our children, our families anymore. The gates of hell shall not prevail against us, and I know that you are true to your word, Lord, and are watching to see that your word is preformed. I thank you , Jesus.
I lift up the situation with Govind wanting to come to visit, (Lord, I feel mooch) off of us this summer. Dear Jesus, I pray that my daughter meet and marry a Christ loving man, both for her and her daughter's sake. Jesus, I've claimed all of my children that you blessed me with, and future generations for your kingdom. If Govind isn't going to have a heart to turn away from false Gods and seek your face, I ask that you remove him from my daughter and granddaughter's life, but not my will, but your will be done. Your perfect will. Jesus, I ask that you help me with my thoughts and attitude towards this young man, help me to keep my mouth shut when it should be, and help me to be a good representative of you. I need help with this Lord, he has tested my patience above the max. I hate the manipulation, and the evil that I've seen in him. Lord, please grant me wisdom.
Jesus, you are so needed by every one of our children, even though they don't realize it. Move in all of these young people's hearts , Lord. Move this day, send worker's and helpers into the prisons, and set these captives free! I ask you for a revival in the prisons, yes , Lord, a revival, our young people, our families, our country needs to turn to you.

Flysmom.... This prayer is for you. Lord in the name of Jesus. I pray that this man in flysmom's daughters life turn to you. Lord I pray that he becomes a strong Godly man one that you have called for the daughter. I come against anything, anyone, any curse that is in my children's and flysmom's childrens lives that is not of you. Only allow your people to share in their lives. Only allow them to seek you and your kingdom. I pray in agreement with flysmom if this man is not of you, remove him quickly from her daughters life I pray. In Jesus Name . Amen

O praise the LORD, all ye nations: praise him, all ye people. For his merciful kindness is great toward us: and the truth of the LORD endureth for ever. Praise ye the LORD.
Psalm 117:1-2

Tuesday prayers have been said for all members, your loved ones and your special requests.

Special prayers for Lila and Lillybee.

Have a blessed day in the Lord,

Cecelia

May today be all you need it to be. May the peace of God and the freshness of the Holy Spirit rest in your thoughts, rule in your dreams tonight, and conquer all your fears. May God manifest himself today in ways you have never experienced. May your joys be fulfilled, your dreams be closer, and your prayers be answered. I pray that faith enters a new height for you; I pray happiness, prosperity, joy, true and undying love for God. Amen.

"Joy is not the absence of pain; it is the presence of God."

Don’t be afraid, for I am with you. Do not be dismayed for I am your God. I will strengthen you. I will help you. I will uphold you with my victorious right hand.
Isaiah 41:10

Wednesday prayers have been said for all members and their loved ones.

May each of you experience God's love and joy as you go through your day

God bless,

Cecelia

please say some prayers for my son harold cooper.. we just found out that he wont be home till 2011. we were hopeing for this year..he is down and very hurt..as well as me, i need more strength to make it longer.

veryhurtmom- I'm sorry you are in pain. I pray that the Lord use this extra time to complete the work he began in your son. Lord, let this extra time be not in vain.
Davidsmominva- amen, this young man is a Sikh, though not a "strict" one. He took off his turbin and cut his hair when he came to the usa, he is not a vegetarian, he smokes once and awhile. He is opposed to all things Christian, he did accompany us to mass on Christmas eve, but refused to listen to any explanation of what christmas is all about. He has a strong hold on my daughter. It's almost like this 3.8 magna cum laude graduate, has no brains, and no personality when he's around. It's a strong hold that needs to be broken in Jesus' name.
Praying for all of our "children" , wisdom for us, peace, and growth in the Lord for all of the prisoners.
In Jesus' precious name I pray.

Welcome to the Prayer Circle, veryhurtmom. Harold has been added to my prayer list. Prayers being said for him and you, also. I am so sorry that you are so hurt but have faith that God knows what is best for Harold and what is the best time for him to be released. He loves Harold and will know when the time is right. Trust Him.
The Lord says, "I will guide you along the best pathway for your life. I will advise you and watch over you."
Psalm 32:8 NLT

God bless you, comfort you and give you strength to get through this hurtful time.

Cecelia

everyone,prayers are going up for you flymom,,davidsmom,,veryhurtmom,,and thank you cecelia,,your prayers mean so much to so many,,,please all pray that my sons paperwork for his sentence review gets to atlanta in time,,and mine to,,and lord thank you so much for this chance to come before you and ask for your forgiveness on behalf of my son james,,he prays daily for your guidance,as do i,,may you see fit lord for your will to come to us,,as we are willing to accept what we are given,and lord thank you for the sweet souls that have wrote letters for my son and our family,,may you bless them in every way,,thank you lord,,amen,amen.

Come to me all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your soul. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.
Matthew 11:28-30

momma k, special prayers for James that his paperwork will get there on time and with all positive results.

Thursday prayers have been said for all members, your loved ones and your special requests.

Rose, special prayers for you and your family, especially Lila

Terri, miss your posts. Hope all is well.

Have a blessed day as you love and serve our Lord,

Cecelia

Thursday prayers for all members and their loved ones.

There are days when it hurts so much to read posts on the parents forum. When there is so much sorrow and sadness, you just have to take a rest from it. It seems there are lots of these days all strung together lately. But I keep on praying for each and everyone of you and your children.

There is still disbelief, anger and sorrow after all this time. Who ever thought so many lives would be changed? I will not give up, I will not give in. I pray that God will touch all of our children's hearts and souls. That He will keep them strong and help them face what is ahead of them. And that He give us what we need to be a source of strength and reassurance for them.

Cecelia, you always seem to know what verse will comfort and help. Thank you.

May everyone have a blessed and peaceful day.
God grant me patience for the changes that take time.

Thank You all for your prayers for my mom. :heart:
She is not any better, in fact, she is worse. we talked to the doctor, she did not have a stroke. the neuro-surgeons went over her tests with the doctor, they will be taking more tests today. she only wants to sleep, refuses to eat. I had to walk out of her room yesterday, I couldn't stand to see her that way. When she is released, I will have to move in and take care of her, I WILL NOT put her in a nursing home. Please keep praying, I know God hears and answers our prayers. Thank you, again, for your prayers, we really need them.

Thursday, special prayers going out for everyone and every need.

I need some prayers warriors to do some heavy duty praying. At the last minute Bradley tells me my Grandson's Mom is coming with him to Va. for my daughters graduation this weekend. We have been planning this for months.

Some of you know Bradley has been through a lot. He is coming around and now this.

I know its head games. Yet, in prayer this morning I felt like Ashely is coming for a reason. She needs me. I have never shown her anything but unconditional love. Even after all the pain she has caused my son, I have realized that she has never had a "good example". She needs Jesus and the Father's Love.

Please pray she sees Jesus in me this weekend. Better yet let her feel his love. She desperately needs the Fathers love.

Please pray against any attacks from satan. I know what the Lord has planned this weekend and the devil is scared.

Thank you. I truly am believing for God to move quickly in Ashley's heart this weekend. What a priviledge to be a piece of it.

Pray I have wisdom and self control. Thanks and God bless you all.

Love, Jill

DAvidsmominva- You've got it, I will keep all of this lifted up through out the weekend.
Rose- I know this is a hard time, I have prayed for you and your Mom. Could it be that the Lord is calling her home? Not human will, but HIS needs to be done. If this is what is happening, I pray that the Lord grant you peace, and that her passing be peaceful, and a joyous occasion for her as her eyes behold our Lord. It's in dying that we are born to eternal life.
Lord Bless all of you.

Oh, Rose. I'm so sorry. I pray the Lord gives the doctors wisdom, knowledge and discernment to trace down what the real problem is with your mom. May her fighting spirit be renewed, in the name of Jesus! My aunt who is 84 just had a total knee replacement. She's a little lady, but she's a fighter also; I kind of relate her to your mom. I pray for clarity of mind and a desire to keep on keeping on! Lord, I pray tht you give Rose strength and perseverance. Surround her with Your peace and may your love sustain them both. My heart goes our to you, Rose. My prayers will continue on you and your mom's behalf.

And, Jill, I pray for a supernatural breakthrough this weekend. May the compassion of Christ fill your hearts and home, and may Ashley come to know the Lord through your unconditional love for her. I know the Lord will work everything out. Things will go smoothly and according to His plan and His will.

Cecelia, thank you for thinking of me. I've just been really busy lately with the girls, activities, and work. I was just asking Jim if our weekend was going to be clear or if there was something we had to do. Even if it is, I may be putting in some "work" hours, but that's okay. Just seems to be a busy time.

God's abundant blessings be with you all. My thoughts and prayers are with everyone and their loved ones.

amen pilgrim,and my prayers are going up for all ,,amen ,Rose im sending you a pm.

Rose, I am so sorry that there is no definite diagnosis yet and your mom is showing no improvement. I have asked the Lord to keep you all in His loving care and let you feel His strength, peace and hope. I pray that he will place His healing Hand on Lila and restore her to her vibrant self. My prayers are with you all.

Good to hear from you Terri and to know that you are just busy and all is well.

Jill, please know that my prayers will be with you this weekend. I pray especially for Ashley that through your faith and love she will come to know the Lord. Bless you.

Prayers continuing for all,

Cecelia

Rose, want you to know that I got in my spirit late this afternoon to pray for you and your Mom. I wish I could remember what time, I was working a very long day today. Hope all is well.
Lifting all of us up, our beloved "children", all circumstances, needs. Lord, I pray for your perfect will in each of our lives.

"And Jesus said unto them, I am the bread of life: he that cometh to me shall never hunger; and he that believeth on me shall never thirst."
John 6:35 KJV

Saturday prayers have been said for all members and their loved ones.

Special prayers continue for Lila and her family

May God be with each of you and bless you with His peace and love

Cecelia

Saturday prayers for all members and their loved ones.

Rose, I am keeping Lila, you and your whole family in my prayers. We will pray you through this.

Jill, prayers being said for you and for Ashley. May the Lord work in His mysterious ways this weekend, and touch her heart.

May everyone have a blessed and peaceful day.
God grant me patience for the changes that take time.

jill, I have remained a friend to my grandson's mom thru thick and thin. she is no longer with my son but I keep her close. after all, she is the mother of my grandson. She had no mother to guide her, no father...so I must show her she is loved and help her build her self esteem. the trickle down to my Kaleb can only be good stuff!
God bless all!

Prayers said for all

Amen to above prayers, prayers still going up for Rose, her Mom, Jill and Ashley.
Prayers going up for our loved "prisoners."
Lord, I ask you to put it on the prisoners hearts to want , yes to desire deeply, to worship you tomorrow. Your Day. Just as a deer longeth for the water, I ask that their souls longeth after you....

tell you the truth, you will weep and mourn while the world rejoices. You will grieve, but your grief will turn to joy.
John 16:20

This website has been shut down for quite a while but finally got on.

Special prayers being said for Lila, and also for Jill and Ashley.

My prayers have been said for each of you, your loved ones and all your special requests

May you feel the peace of Christ on this day of our Lord. Praise Him.

Cecelia

Prayers Being Said For Each One Of You And Our Children!!!!
Is't A Beautiful Day To Look And Appreciate Gods Magnificent Beauty

Prayers said for all of you.

Love & Peace ~~~~
Mary

Special prayers being said for Lila.

Covering all of PTO, its members and their loved ones in prayer.

Blessings upon all this week.

Prayers going up to all of our loved one and the families here at PTO. Rose continue to pray for your mother and get her to rehab prayers do work. My mother went through a heart surgery that 97% of people do NOT make it through we had the rosery playing on CD in her room and every catholic we new praying and it was a long struggle, but she is a good as ever, better than she had been for a year before the surgery. She did have to go to a nursing home for 3 weeks while we got them a one story place to live, but dad slept fully dressed in the empty bed in her room everynight (married 51 years). When she was just off the ventilator and in ICU she would not eat, we tried to make her and she said to me "what are you the food Nazi" for real that is what she said. Finally she had to get a feeding tube til she got to doing better a couple of weeks with it and she was much better (later removed). She can get better and you can help and I know everyone here will pray for her and you.

Jill I hope your weekend went well. Harolds mom sorry he has to be in longer. :( That would just be so hard for him if he had his heart set on an earlier date. God bless you all. Susan

For the Lord God is our light and our protector. He gives us grace and glory. No good thing will the Lord withhold from those who do what is right. O Lord Almighty, happy are those who trust in you.
Psalm 84:11-12

A blessed Monday morning to all. My prayers have been said for each of you and your loved ones. Each of your requests have been prayed on.

Special prayers continue for Lila

Jill, I hope that your weekend went well

Wishing each of you a God filled day,

Blessings,

Cecelia

there will be a very important decision this week for my son...asking for prayers that the best decision is made by those who hold his future in there hands....

Monday prayers for all members and their loved ones.

Rose, I am keeping your Mom and family in my prayers.

Prayers being said for Lillybee. May she stay strong in her faith and love for the Lord.

Jill, I hope everything is going well.

I give thanks and praise to the Lord. I thank Him for giving me not what I want, but what I need. He is working in all of our lives, everyday. In ways that are so unexpected. He has a plan for us and for our children.

May everyone have a blessed and peaceful day.
God grant me patience for the changes that take time.

prayers going up for all "prisoners", all circumstances and needs posted here.

I also ask for prayers for my husband- he had an "accident" in the garage, and has 6 staples in his head. It is sore.

justadeb, my prayers will be with your son this week that God's wisdom will prevail over the decisions being made that will affect your son. I pray it may be a positive outcome for your son. The Lord says, "I will guide you along the best pathway for your life. I will advise you and watch over you."
Psalm 32:8

Flymom, prayers for your husband that he may heal well and the pain and soreness be minimized.

Blessings on all,

Cecelia

GOD MORNING ALL
WELL GOD HAS GRACED US WITH YET ANOTHER DAY. LORD WE BLESS YOUR HOLY NAME WE THANK YOU AND WE GIVE YOU ALL THE PRAISES LORD WE LIFT YOUR NAME ON HIGH AND WE WILL SING YOUR PRAISE, WE ARE GLADE YOU ARE ON OUR SIDE AND SO WE LIFT UP YOUR NAME.
LORD HELP US TO BE STRONG, WE NEED ENDURING, PERSERVING POWER, EVEN WHEN THINGS DON'T GO OUR WAY AND THE SITUATION LOOKS LIKE IT IS NOT CHANGING
LORD HELP US TO KNOW THAT WE KNOW THAT YOU DON'T CHANGE!
LORD YOU PROMISED NEVER TO LEAVE OR FORSAKE US, LORD YOU PROMISED US WISDOM, SO JUST FOR TODAY LORD GIVE US STRENGTH.
HELP US TO PRAISE YOU, WHEN THE PRAISE GO UP THE BLESSINGS COME DOWN.
HELP US TO ADJUST TO TTHE MANY CHANGES IN OUR LIVES, EVEN THOUGH IT IS VERY HARD.
LORD HELP US TO FOLLOW YOU IN SPITE OF, dAVID SAID THOUGH HE SLAY ME YET WILL I TRUST HIM
JESUS LEARNED OBEDIENCE THROUGH THE THINGS HE SUFFERED, HELP US LEARN TODAY
AND LORD BLESS OUR LOVED ONES THE FRUIT OF OUR WOUND, BLESS OUR HUSBANDS, WIVES, MOTHERS SISTERS, BROTHERS, AUNTIES, UNCLES, GRANDMAS,
GRAND PAS, AND BLESS OUR PASTORS, FRIENDS, DEACONS, THE CORRECTION DEPARTMENT STAFF, BLESS THEM TOO.
THANKYOU LORD FOR THIS IS THE DAY THAT YOU HAVE MADE WE WILL REJOICE AND BE GLAD IN IT.
AMEN

People who won't help others in trouble "because they got into
trouble through their own fault" would probably not throw a
lifeline to a drowning man until they learned whether he fell in
through his own fault or not.
-- Sydney J. Harris

Tuesday prayers have been said for all members and loved ones especially our sons.

I pray those who are bitter and show no compassion toward those incarcerated will have a softening of heart through Christ our Lord.

God bless,

Cecelia

Tuesday prayers for all members and their loved ones.

justadeb, prayers being said for your son. And may those involved in this decision show compassion, wisdom and justice.

flymom, I hope your husband is feeling better.

May everyone have a blessed and peaceful day.
God grant me patience for the changes that take time.

I'm sure my husband would say, "thank you." His head is still "there" to quote him. What amazes me, is the emergency room didn't even clean the wound???? Just stapled it. He slept ok last night, and worked today. I am praying it won't become infected.
Lifting up all our "children" and all prayer requests that have been spoken here.
As anyone heard how Rose's mom is doing?
Lord BLess you all,

Deb I will be praying extra hard for you and your son this week.
Rose I pray your Mom is getting better and is receiving good care
Flymom will continue to keep you and your family in prayer
Lillybee still praying

This weekend was ...... wonderful yet spiritually a battle. I could literally feel demons all over Ashley and Brad. They were simply awful. They came to ruin this weekend, almost succeeded. I dont know this son of mine anymore. This girl has him under a spell. I have decided to back off and allow him to look at his life and his behavior.
I am hurt beyond words.
I am slowly processing what took place this weekend. I feel my son desperately needs some counseling. As you all know he went through a hard time a few months ago.

On a brighter note my daughter's graduation was beautiful. I was proud. She received many achievements and was so happy. Thanks for your prayers.

hi Girls, I Need Your Prayers This Time..i'm Having Problems Letting God Take Over..i Have Another Son Besides Bub.he's A Truck Driver I Don't Know The Whole Story.he Was Owner Operator...and He Im'd His Brother Bub For Money Because He Quit His Job...now Hes Stuck In Ark.this Man Has Put Bub Down Called Him Loser And Worse Names,,wouldn't Even Answer Bubs Letters,or Even Call And Ask How He Was,send A Card For Anything.....i 'm Having Problems Be Cause I Just Don't Know How To Forgive Him....or Put It In Gods Hands.....
bub Can And Has ...he Is Trying To Sell One Of His Derby Cars To Get His Beother A Bus Ticket.....he Really Is A Better Person Than I'll Ever Be...
i Need To Let Things Go And Need Prayers If You Can For Me...
thank You
god Bless
sassie

Sassie, just keep praying. I don't know how many times I've had an attitude that I knew was not right, not Christlike, not pleasing to the Lord--just plain wrong! I didn't want to feel the way I did. I absolutely hate it when something gets ahold of me that I can't just change my feelings about, even though I truly, truly want to. I just keep praying. Sometimes I have to pray for months! But, the time finally comes when I have the breakthrough--thank the Lord. I do believe there's a reason we go through things. When we really want to change, but everything in our flesh is fighting it, we need to just keep persevering in prayer. God knows our hearts and our desires. Half the battle is knowing and admitting when we have an attitude-of-the-heart problem. (I guess I call it that because many times we feel like we do because we've been hurt.) Some people think they have a right to feel the way they do. You are humbly asking for prayer, and the Lord will honor that. Anyway, didn't mean to go on and on. I do understand and will be praying for you.

Sassie, Terri said it all. She is so right. So many times I have found myself with an un-Christ like attitude and had to pray on it until I was able, through His help, to see through different eyes. The Lord understands this and is pleased when we come to Him for help and want to change. It is much easier to forgive those who hurt us but much harder when it is our kids they are mistreating. I will be praying for you.

God bless,

Cecelia

lord im sending up prayers to the familys that need you tonight,lord i am praying harder for us and our children than ever before,we are getting your message to give more of ourselves than ever before,

Hey sassie, his being in Arkansas is punishment enough! ...lol!

Seriously though folks, A thought that I try real hard to remember is, We may not be able to change the past, but we can most certainly help to forge a future.

We may not be able to change the past, but we can most certainly help to forge a future. AMEN, Frank!

Seriously though folks, A thought that I try real hard to remember is, We may not be able to change the past, but we can most certainly help to forge a future.

Great thought, Frank. One we should all live by.

Wednesday prayers have been said for all members and your loved ones.

Have a blessed day,

Cecelia


The Lord is good, a stronghold in the day of trouble, and He knows those who take refuge in Him.
Nahum 1:7

Thank You All For Being Here For Me And The Prayers It Means So Much To Me
Thank You
Take Care
God Bless
Sassie....ttfn

In God have I put my trust: I will not be afraid what man can do unto me.
Psalm 56:11

A blessed Thursday morning to all

Special prayers continue to be said for Lila. Has anyone heard from Rose?

Prayers have been said today for every member and your loved ones. Special prayers said for each of your requests.

May God bless each of you as you love and serve Him today,

Cecelia

Ceclia, you are so faithful! Lord bless you :)

I keep thinking about Rose & her mom, Lila. I hope we hear from her soon.

Prayers continue for everyone. God bless!

Please, will everyone pray for Sgt. Anonymous..He has been in bad health and needs our prayers.

Hey, I liked Arkansas when we visited!!! Hubby and I went 3 years ago for our anniversary, just because we had never been there! I loved the fried catfish, and key lime pie and the hot springs!
Lord, so many different prayer requests right now, I just lift them all up to you. Please examine all our hearts, know our ways, and our anxious thoughts, let each thought be turned over to you. Lord, help us with any wrong attitudes, so that we can be a source of light for others, especially for our "prisoners."
Please Lord change their hearts, soften them, mold them, turn them towards you.
We ask this humbly in Jesus' precious name.

tonight is thursday, and i want to thanks God for Sassie's honesty and humblesness, other than that Sassie I have nothing else to add.
My prayers are for our strength, and enduring, perserving power.
I need prayers! I spoke with my son last night and he sounded very strange. I asked him what was the matter and he said they found one of the inmates dead in his cell.
Honestly he sounded afraid, I told him if it gets to much to go PC, but he said no that he was ok.
You know what is funny, I had just left Bible Study and I said ok LORD I WILL have faith in GOD, and i started praying for our children in prison and then I get home and this very disturbing phone call, well I sadi WOW,.. Ijust kept saying have faith in God! I've benn saying that all day. I can't wait until Sunday too see him, I've asked some other people but no one heard of the death so I'm not sure and the jail said they cannot give out that info, so I have too wait, I'll see him Sunday.
GOOD NIGHT AND GOD BLESS
Vanessa

Wendy, prayers being said for Sgt. Anonymous.

Vangee, may God continue watching over your son, keeping him safe.

Thursday evening prayers being said for all members and their loved ones.

May everyone have a good evening and a peaceful nights sleep.
God grant me patience for the changes that take time.

Wendy, my prayers will be said for Sgt Anonymous,

Vangee, special prayers for your son and all the inmates there. Stay faithful and continue praying. God is with you and He hears our prayers

God bless,

Cecelia

May we discover through pain and torment,
the strength to live with grace and humor.
May we discover through doubt and anguish,
the strength to live with dignity and holiness.
May we discover through suffering and fear,
the strength to move toward healing.
May it come to pass that we be restored to health and to vigor.
May Life grant us wellness of body, spirit, and mind.
And if this cannot be so, may we find in this transformation and passage
moments of meaning, opportunities for love
and the deep and gracious calm that comes
when we allow ourselves to move on.

amen.

You are all a blessing, and my prayers go out to each of you and yours.

I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills, from whence cometh my help. My help cometh from the Lord, which made heaven and earth.
Psalm 121:1-2

Friday prayers have been said for each of you and your loved ones.

Rose, we are with you and Lila in prayer

Prayers continue for each of your requests

May God be with you and bring you His peace and joy

Cecelia

Wendy- prayers going up for the sargeant.
Vanessa- prayers being said for your son, and all of the prisoners represented here.

Lord, we just keep coming before your throne, asking you to act in our "children's" lives, and bring them close to you. Lord, I ask that you allow us to see signs of your acting in these lives. Help us to not grow weary.

THANKS TO YOU ALL FOR ALL THE PRAYERS AND SUPPORT. i DID SPEAK WITH MY SON THIS fRIDAY EVENING AND HE SOUNDED MUCH BETTER. I MEAN MUCH BETTER
HE SAID HE IS REALLY OK AND ALL IS WELL.
THANKS TO EVERYONE'
I PRAY FOR YOU ALL, AND GOD BLESS AND HAVE SWEET DREAMS
VANESSA

Vanessa, I'm so glad your son is doing better. Thanks for sharing the news with us. It hurts a mother's heart so much to be in such a helpless position. I guess we have to remember and be thankful that we have the Lord to turn to in our times of need (and those times are many!). He is right there with your son also.

My heart is really burdened for Rose and her mom, Lila. I pray we hear from her soon, and that they both feel the prayers of all who care and love them.

May everyone be blessed of the Lord this weekend. My prayers are with all.

my prayers are going up for rose and momma lila,,,and while im at it ,please everyone,and i know that i started a thread for this already,,but please pray for my son james,,his case is before the sentence review panel,,they are looking at whether they can reduce his sentence,,,trying to stay positive thru god,,

The LORD bless thee, and keep thee: The LORD make his face shine upon thee, and be gracious unto thee.
Numbers 6:24-25

Vangee, I am so happy for you that your son is doing well. Thats all we mothers ask for and we are happy.

moma K, I am and will continue special prayers for James and his sentence reduction. I pray that he will recieve favorable results.

Terri, I look, hopefully, for news from Rose. My heart is with her and also my prayers.

I wish each of you a blessed weekend that brings you the Lord's gentle peace,

God bless,

Cecelia

I want to Thank all of you prayer warriors for your prayers for my mom!! She has been home a week, and is doing GREAT! Praise God! She did have a stroke, but, with God, all things are possible.. She is a little tired and needs a little help walking, she's not too steady, that will come in time. Everyone is amazed at her recovery, it is all due to your prayers!! Thank You so much, she said to tell all of you God Bless You and Thank You! I am staying with her so I don't have much computer access.
God Bless each and everyone of you!
Our God truly does answer our prayers.

My prayers went out for everyone and every need.

We are truly Blessed!

Praise the Lord, Rose! I can hardly contain the tears. I'm so happy for you and your mom. God is good. I pray we continue to see and hear about many more amazing things happening in our midst. It's a time of new beginnings; a time to wake up and take back the things the enemy has stolen or is trying to steal. If we continue to humble ourselves before God and admit our need of Him, we will be able to walk in much authority. I was listening to a song today that mentioned having "less of me and more of Him. . . . a little more of Him in the middle of me." I thought, "Yes, Lord." That is my desire.

God's abundant blessings to all.

Amen, Amen, Terri. You said it for all of us. You have such a way with words.

Rose, I am so thankful and delighted for Lila's recovery so far. I praise God and thank Him for answering our prayers for her. How very blessed we are that He hears us and answers. Our cup doeth runneth over. Continued prayers for her complete recovery being said.


Cecelia

Rose, I am so happy for you and your Mom! God is good-all the time!
Lord, lifting up all needs, circumstances, and our "prisoners" to you.
Thank you for all you do, Jesus, we can do nothing without you!

SUCH WONDERFUL NEWS ABOUT rOSE MOM, I DON'T HAVE TO SAY ANYTHING ELSE BECAUSE YOU ALL PUT IT SO WONDERFULLY.
yOU ALL ARE VERY NEAR AND DEAR TO ME, KEEP THE FAITH AND MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND KEEP YOU AND MAKE HIS FACE TO SHINE UPON YOU, WATCH OVER YOU AND GIVE YOU HIS PEACE
AMEN

That is the best news Rose!!!been praying for your mama and family,,,with gods grace and her strong will,she will overcome this,,and she must be a strong woman,,god bless her,,but the prayers will continue,,moma k

Sunday prayers for all members and their loved ones.

Rose, that is good news about your Mom. May God continue to help her heal and recover. You are a strong and loving daughter!

vangee and moma k, you and your sons are in my prayers.

Today is Sunday, this is the day the Lord has made, let us be glad and rejoice. And I am grateful that I have all of you, here on PTO.

May everyone have a blessed and peaceful day.
God grant me patience for the changes that take time.

The great antidote to anxiety is to come to God in prayer. We are to pray about everything. Nothing is too big for Him to handle, and nothing is too small to escape His attention.[/font]Jerry Bridges
The Practice of Godliness

Sunday prayers have been said for each of you and your loved ones
Prayers continue for each of your special requests

May God bless you and give you peace as you walk with Him today

Cecelia

Lord, I just come to you, standing in the gap for our "prisoners." I ask for your mercy and grace on each of their lives, I ask you for healing, deep, deep healing Lord, where it is needed, I ask that they learn to forgive those that have wronged them, and I ask them to forgive themselves for wronging others. I ask that you empower them to be the people that you created them to be. Amen

The LORD is gracious and full of compassion, Slow to anger and great in mercy. The LORD is good to all, And His tender mercies are over all His works.
Psalm 145:8,9

Monday prayers have been said for each member and your loved ones and special requests.

God's love and blessings be with you today

Cecelia

Please pray for all the moms that are hurting and missing their children.
After each weekend passes I think to myself that there may be someone's son who sits in a local jail this morning waiting to go to court and possibly to county jail. I think of the mothers who are beginning their week devastated and afraid.

The process is just starting for some. Hopefully those women will come here to us "veterans" to receive support.
Pray for them and their children.

Lord, lifting up all members here, and our "children."
Lifting up all circumstances, and needs.
Thank you for all our blessings, and help us to be mindful of them.

Rose that is awesome news, praise God! Prayers going out to all and may you find peace and understanding through all of your journeys. They say everything happens for a reason. I say it makes us stronger :o)
It has been busy here. My 7th grandson was born last Thursday and ended up with pnemonia (sp) but is doing much better and may come home tomorrow if his chest x-ray looks good. They caught it early so that was good. We also have no running water so that stinks, but we are making do. My daughter and husband are going to shower in the rain!!! At least we didn't loose all our belongings like some did so we do feel blessed.
Have a wonderful week and know you all are in my prayers,
Jean

The Lord is good and does what is right; he shows the proper path to those who go astray.
Psalm 25:8

Jean, congratulations on your seventh grandson. What a pure blessing and gift from God.
I am sorry for all those in your neck of the woods who are going through so much destruction right now. Special prayers said for them.

Tuesday prayers will be said for all members, their loved ones and special requests

Have a blessed day as you love and serve our Lord,

Cecelia

Blessed are You, loving Father,
For all your gifts to us.
Blessed are You for giving us family and friends
To be with us in times of joy and sorrow,
To help us in days of need,
And to rejoice with us in moments of celebration...

Father,
We praise You for Your Son Jesus,
Who knew the happiness of family and friends,
And in the love of Your Holy Spirit.
Blessed are you for ever and ever.

thank you every one for the prayers for my son..they were answered

jean,saying prayers for your family and all the familys that are loosing some or all of their homes,and praying for your new little grandbaby,,amen

When God is involved, anything can happen. Be open. Stay that way. God has a beautiful way of bringing good vibrations out of broken chords.
Charles (Chuck) Swindoll


Wednesday prayers have been said for each of you, your loved ones and your needs expressed in your requests

May God be with you today and bring you peace

Cecelia

God bless LillyBee and make her have a good day today with renewed spirit and fight.

for wendys step son going to afghanistan
O God of Mercy, we beg You now to protect in a special way those who are fighting for us and for the country we love. Bless them and take care of them. If they are tired, give them strength. If they are wounded and suffering, give them comfort. If they are lonely, touch them with Your gentle hand and let them know that You are near them. Grant them strength, wisdom and help through Your power and Your limitless love. Amen.
may he be safe ...

Wednesday prayers going up this evening for all of the above requests, and our "children."
Oh Wendy, Jeffrey went to afghanistan, now he's in Iraq. We should pray for all of them daily, as well as our "children."
Praise Report- they caught that neighborhood rapist. He is 30, has been in trouble for breaking and entering, (never rape). I didn't recognize him, he lived about 5 minutes from us. He cried in court today, so did the mother of his 15 year old kidnap/rape victim. I will pray for him, and I definetly pray for the victim and her family, that they become proactive survivors! I thank God, he's behind bars. I for one, slept better last night!

Frequently remind yourself that God is with you, that He will
never fail you, that you can count upon him. Say these words,
"God is with me, helping and loving me. - Norman Vincent Peale
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Special prayers being said for Wendy's stepson, Jeffrey and for the safety of all our troops serving to protect us at home.

Flymom, I am so glad that they caught the rapist. I am saying prayers for both him and the victim.

My prayers have been said for all of you, your loved ones and your requests

May God's merciful love and goodness be with you today,

Cecelia

Please pray for the midwest. Here, in my area in Iowa, the flooding is the worst in history. The river is still not expected to crest until next Tuesday. People have had to evacuate their homes and businesses. A school that opened for shelter had to be evacutated due to the electricity being shut off. Even the water supply is low; they are asking people to mainly use it for drinking or it may run out. (We have a well, so this does not affect my family personally). Here is a link to our local newspaper online that shows pictures of our area and the surrounding ones: http://www.gazetteonline.com/

Thank you for your prayers. My prayers are with all of you and your loved ones.

Terri,

This is so sad and scary. I read an article this morn online about Iowa and especially Cedar Rapids flooding. I started praying then and will continue. Stay safe, Terri. I am so glad that you have a well and not affected by the water supply. My heart is with all of those that are affected or threatened by this. What a terrible thing to go through. My special prayers will continue for all as I ask our most merciful God to bless these people with hope and trust that He is there amongst them and knows their suffering and will comfort and watch over them. I also ask blessings on all those who are helping and aiding those in need.

Cecelia

Thanks, Ceclia. I grew up in Cedar Rapids and now live in a suburb of it. The girls go to daycare right down the road from us, which is in CR. Most of my close family live there. Thankfully, none have had to evacuate their homes. As many times happens in drastic situations, everyone has pulled together. The citywide church has been actively involved in sand-bagging and providing homes for those in need to stay in.

Blessings upon all today and throughout the weekend.

O praise the LORD, all ye nations: praise him, all ye people. For his merciful kindness is great toward us: and the truth of the LORD endureth for ever. Praise ye the LORD.
Psalm 117:1-2

Prayers continue for the people of Iowa especially Cedar Rapids. Terri, I am so glad that you and your family are safe and did not have to evacuate. Thanks be to God.

My prayers have been said for all members, their loved ones and all requests and needs.

Special prayers continue for Lila. Rose, you are greatly missed

God's blessings on each of you today,

Cecelia

Friday prayers for all members and their loved ones.

Terri, prayers being said for all of you out there in the mid-west. Stay safe. Whether it is the flooding in Cedar Rapids, the fires in California, may God watch over all His children, bring them to safety and comfort them in their losses.

May everyone have a blessed and peaceful day.
God grant me patience for the changes that take time.

Terri, I too have already prayed for your region, and I say Amen, to the above prayers. I ask for angles to be around all of you, to guide you, to protect you.
Friday prayers going up for all members here, and our loved ones in prison.

The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The Lord is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?
Psalm 27:1

Prayers continue for all those affected by the disasters that seem to be happening in our world today. So many from flooding to earthquakes to fires etc. May God be with them, comfort them and give them hope and faith.

My prayers have been said for each of you, your loved ones and your special requests.

Special thoughts and prayers for Rose, her mother Lila and Lillybee.

God's blessings on all,

Cecelia

Prayers going up for Lila, and Rose.
Lillybee- I pray peace for her.
Cecilia- amen , for the disaster victims.
I continue to lift up all here on this website, and our "children." Lord, we pray that you keep working on our "prisoners" hearts, turn them towards you, we know you are faithful, and that you won't lose anyone that's been given to you. We know that all of us moms here, ( and some dads are here as well) have given our "children" to you.
We're trusting you, to complete the work you began.

could you please pray for my husband and i, he has a parole hearing the first week in august and we hope he gets it to come home in november, hes been in since janurary 01,06 for drunk driving. Its time for him to come home

beckysara, welcome to the prayer circle. I've marked your husband's parole hearing on my calendar. If you would post his name, I would add him to my prayer list (so would others). I pray for favor, for the Lord's perfect will to be done, and for His peace to cover you both from now until the hearing.

"These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world."
John 16:33

Welcome Beckysara to the Prayer Circle. I add my prayers along with Terri's for your husband and also for you as you await the decision.

Prayers being said for each of you. I pray that God who sees and knows all our needs will be with each of you and give you peace.

This is the day the Lord has made. May you be blessed as you praise and serve Him.

Cecelia

Beckysara- amen to the above prayers for your husband. Please remind us (me) again, when the date is coming up. I also pray for healing for the source of his excessive drinking. I pray for inner peace and strength for both of you.
today, I pray that nothing, nothing, will separate our "prisoners" from the love of God. Not prison cells, not other people, not past hurts, nothing. I pray that from this day forth, they begin seriously walking with the Lord, and their lives will be changed.... I know there is power in prayer, and where two on earth agree- it shall come into being. Thank you Jesus, for caring, and being an answering God.

Please say a prayer for my son Steve who is going to be sentenced on the 23rd.

Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.
Joshua 1:9-10

Welcome to the Prayer Circle, countryblocks. Your son, Steve, has been added to my prayer list and I have noted the 23rd for special prayers.

Monday prayers have been said for all members, your loved ones and your requests.

God's blessings on each of you today

Cecelia

Prayers going up for all needs, circumstances, and all our "children." right this moment...

I've added Steve to my prayer lists and have his sentencing date marked on my calendar. Country, may the Lord cover you and Steve with His love and fill you with His peace.

Praise ye the LORD. O give thanks unto the LORD; for he is good: for his mercy endureth for ever.
Psalm 106:

Prayers have been said for each of you and your loved ones. All of your requests have been presented to our Lord in prayer.

Have a wonderful day filled with His love and peace

God bless,

Cecelia

Lillybee is going through a difficult time right now. Please keep her in prayer.

She still prays for the Prayer Circle and the "PTO boys," but is emotionally drained.

I told her she is missed and loved and still being prayed for.

She is very precious; I pray for the Lord to encourage and keep her during this time; that she feel His presence and know that she is not alone.

My prayers continue for Lillybee. I pray our Lord will guide her, strengthen her and that she may feel His love and peace encircle her.

God's blessings on you, Lillybee. You are loved and missed

Cecelia

Can I steal Lillybee's term?? I love it! I lift up all the PTO "kids" in prayer right now, as well as their families. LOrd, let your will be done in each and every life represented here.
I especially lift up Lillybee, Lord, please surround her with your love, your Holy Spirit to comfort her, and help her to rise up remembering that her joy is in you, Jesus.
I miss her "standing in the gap" "I will never give up on that boy" that she has on her signature. That inspired me.

I too pray for all those affected by the weather and storms. I pray for Lillybee that she is being comforted and finding peace. I pray for all of our children and the parents that are grieving. Thank you Lord for holding us all in your hands.

THANKS, I REALLY NEED A GOOD BLESSING RIGHT NOW MY HUSBAND MOSES IS COMING HOME IN A WEEK AND THINGS BETWEEN US WERE REALLY BAD. HE USE TO DO THE WROST TO US HIS FAMILY BUT I KNOW HE LOVES US AND HE IS GONNA CHANGE BUT I HAVE SOO PEOPLE IN OUR LIVES WISHES OUR DOWNFALL. I CAN SMELL IT IN THE AIR BUT WE ARE SO TRIED OF PEOPLE HURTING US AND THEN WE START TO HURT EACH OTHER. WE NEED A GOOD PRAYER FOR US JUST TO START OFF CLEAN IN GODS EYES AND HE HELPS US BECAUSE I DONT A CLUE HOW TO START OUR MARRIAGE CLEAN WITH NO LIES OR GAMES PERIOD! THANKS WE HAVE 5 CHILDREN WE NEED THIS FAMILY TO WORK BECAUSE THE DEVIL DOESNT WANT US TOGETHER SO HE SENDS HIS DEMON TO STOP US! PLEASE PRAY THAT WE CHANGE AND GROW WITH OUR FATHER!

I have actually requested in the past that prayer not be said for me, but I have encountered a situation that perhaps only God can rectify. It is not a "spiritual" matter but rather an mechanical one. My son needs the transcripts from his plea, and his sentencing. This happened in 1999, and at the time they were changing archiving systems. Well, it seems that they cannot retreave his transcripts. I asked for a CD version as well as a hard copy, and the transcript required a special program to listen to it. I downloaded and installed the program and the transcript caused the program to crash. I assume that is what is happening with the hard copy as well. One of the other boys that were sentenced around the same time has had his typed up, so we know they do exist. I guess I would like prayer for the technicians to find a way to make these available. I truely don't know what to pray for, but I know it could mean a reduction in his 40 year sentence.
Thank you...for what ever you are able to offer up for us.
God Bless

Evelyn, I pray that the Lord would be at the center of your family's life, especially between you and Moses. I pray you would each prefer one another as it says to do in the Bible. That the Lord God would be the head and that you two would love each other according to Ephesians 5. Set your eyes on things above and make no room for the devil to have a part in your lives. Be sure to put on the full armor of God daily so you can both be strong in Him. I also pray that you would have the support of family and friends. Those who cannot encourage and stand by your side, I would stay away from. Lastly, if you haven't already, get plugged in to a good Bible-teaching church and have fellowship with strong, mature Christians who can support you both in prayer and friendship.

Perque, my heart and prayers go out to you and your son. We know that nothing is impossible with the Lord. His mercies are new every morning. I pray He intervenes in this situation and gives wisdom to the technicians. Did you contact the company that the software comes from that you tried to use to open the CD? Maybe they could be of some help. Any at rate, we know that all things are possible with God. May this be resolved and resolved quickly, to the glory of Hs name. Lord, let it be!

Everyone has an angel
Given to us from the start
Trust and faith is what we need
To hear them in our heart
– Maria Schembri

Thursday evening prayers for all members and their loved ones.

Evelyn, prayers being said for you, Moses and your family. May God bring understanding, patience and peace to your home.

Perque, I pray that God will find a way to remedy this situation. I know He has the answers, technical or spiritual.

I pray for all those in the mid-west. My heart breaks each time I hear of another levee giving way. May God bring comfort and healing to all, city dwellers and farmers alike.

God grant me patience for the changes that take time.
May everyone have a blessed evening and a peaceful nights sleep.

Do nothing from selfishness or empty conceit, but with humility of mind regard one another as more important than yourselves.
Philippians 2:3


Evelyn, I agree with what Terri is telling you. It is right and makes good sense. My prayers will be with you, Moses and your family that God will help you to rid yourselves of all the negative influences in your life and make your family a number one priority.

Perque, I pray that the Lord will act in a favorable manner and your son's transcripts will be found.

Prayers have been said for each of you and your loved ones

God blessings be with you,

Cecelia

My prayers are with everyone this weekend. For all of us and our loves ones, I pray that the Lord be our stronghold and His glory be our rear guard.

May He empower and give strength to the weary and the faint of heart. May He encourage and fill those who are discouraged or in despair with renewed hope. There is a mulititude of emotions around here with the aftermath of the flooding. Your prayers are coveted.

beautiful believe thank you...just hitting the button didn't seem enough thanks

Blessed be all on this prayer circle and prayers to all affected by this devastating flood. May God hold you in the palm of his hand now and forever more!

Teri thanks for posting about Lilybee I sure miss her and her inspiration. I at least know now that she is well in health and pray for her to find strength to come back.

My son I am afraid is going to end up back in prison or worse dead as the devil is running rampant thru his body and he just doesn't see it. He gets very angry and gets physical with the mother of his baby, then does not understand when I do not stand beside him, guilt trip after guilt trip then is bestowed upon me and all I can do is pray that he finds peace. I have told him that as long as he gets abusive like that then I can not support him. He needs professional help on this one and he doesn't believe it as it is always "Well if she would.........then I wouldn't" Tough love is hard but necessary at this point. He told me he was going to end his life tonight as he has said many times before and for whatever reason I said, "Yes Mike then you will have peace as you do not want to change." I was surprised and a bit ashamed by my comment but it is true and I am sure that is when he will find peace if he doesn't make some drastic changes fast. Sorry to ramble on but I know this is the safest place to do just that.

Blessings and prayers to all, have a great weekend and wonderful visits for those going. Be safe!
Jean

zcomm...sometimes the words that come out of our mouths are not ours at all so when you say you are surprised and ashamed..why would you be when it was what you had in your heart and they were not meant in malice..they were out of love and concern...i donlt believe your words were any thing to be ashamed of..your son needs to be ashamed..

Prayers for everybody here. I have not seen this thread for awhile. It makes me so sad. I hope your Husband and You can get away from what weakens things. Keep your love strong, do whatever you have to do. God Bless You both and your children.

I pray for the transcripts. Mygod 40 years. I shiver at that thought. I just can not imagine it. I would not last a day dealing with it. No way. God Bless your Son and you and your family.

I hope your son is going to be ok. He knows you love him, and don't mean him any harm in right and wrong. Lord will come to him soon and he'll understand things more. God Bless him, you and your family.

I'll pray for all of you. I think my world is bad then reality hits that my problems are so small in comparison. I'm so sorry your all going thru any of this.

God Bless All of You.

Jean, I pray that whatever it takes to change Mike into the man God wants him to be, happens, and happens soon. I don't know how many times I thought my sons had hit bottom only to have the cycle begin again. Of course, they first have to realize they need help; it doesn't sound like Mike realizes that. But then, sometimes they really do blame themselves inside but consciously won't face the fact they are in the wrong, so they continually try to place blame on others for their actions. At least you are not falling for the guilt trip he's trying to lay on you. He's trying to manipulate you into condoning his actions. Stay strong. You're doing the right thing. My prayers are with you both.

Evelyn, I pray that the Lord strengthen your family, that who the Lord has joined together, no man can separate. Lord, we know that families are under attack, and we ask for a hedge of protection around this couple, and their children. We know that you desire a Godly marriage and Godly children, following you. A strong faith community, A couple Bible study, and prayer holding your husbands hand everyday,(it's easier to be connected if your spouse is your daily prayer partner). for me, I need the Eucharist every chance I get, I need the body, blood, soul and divinity in my life. Stormy O. something, I can't remember her name, wrote, "the praying wife." Good, strong prayers, highly recommend it.
Perque- sounds like a First Corinthians 10:13 to me, so I ask the Lord to provide the way out, and through this situation for Perque and her son. Grant them wisdom.
Terri- Amen!
Jean-I wonder if the Holy Spirit was speaking through you, to your son, to give him a reality check? A wake up call? I pray Jesus' perfect will on his situation, I pray the Godly men, and workers and helpers cross Mike's path, and lead him to the path of righteousness. Satan, you must take your hands of this young man, if we resist you Satan, and Submit ourselves to Christ, you must flee, you must go. We resist you for Mike, we claim Mike for Christ, so you must leave you must go. Jesus, I ask that you give Jean peace, and inner strength, bless her Lord.
I lift up all sons and daughters represented on this site, we ask that you move in each and every life represented here. Bring them back into the fold.
I ask you all for prayers, for a young family that now is fatherless. Their Dad, a local pilot was killed Wednesday. I didn't know him, our neighbor, another fellow pilot did. It's left the aviation community here very somber.

My prayers are with your son, and I pray for the blood of Jesus to cover him, protect lead and guide him. Give hin comfort, and safety. To be with him and see him thru.
God Bless Him and Keep him.
Brenda.....

And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.
Romans 8:28

Jean, it sounds like God still has work to do with Mike. My prayers are being said for you and Mike. You said what needed to be said at the time. I pray for wisdom, strength and courage for you that you may be able to handle all this.

Special prayers being said for the young pilot's family who lost their father and husband. May God's love surround them.

My prayers are said for all the families that are trying to get their lives back together after all the flooding

Prayers have been said for each member, your loved ones and requests

Have a God filled day as you love and serve Him

Cecelia

This past week I've been worrying about my son, knowing that he is in solitary. Today I received two letters from him. He isn't doing too well in the hole. He wasnt' allowed to take anything with him but his radio and the only station he can get is Blue Grass. He wrote "What the #### is Blue Grass?" I had to laugh at that. He says that he stays hungry and is loosing weight. The phone in that area is broken so he can't call. He ask me over and over to pray for him, so I'm asking my sister prayer warriors to help me and son out by joining in with prayers for "J". If any of you want to send him a card, note or some sort of communication I will give his address to you by PM. He said he isn't sure but thinks he has 90 days to serve. Swears he's learned his lesson about back talking COs.

MotherJ, I have your son on my prayer lists and will be joining you with special prayers for him. I will send you a PM you can reply to. I'd love to send him a note of encouragement.

Prayers being said for all and thanks for all the prayers for Mike and I.
Hugs
Jean

everyone,,Im asking for prayers for my son William,he was picked up early this week,and he is being extradited back to the state of KY,we have no idea whats going to happen,but we need all the prayers we can get,,thank you sisters,kim

What ever life brings today, know that one day we'll be rejoicing before His throne praising Him and giving Him all the glory for the things He doing right now in our lives. Let's give the LORD some praise! Hallelujah

Mother J. I will be saying special prayers for your son. A prayer also for you. Take comfort in his saying that he has learned his lesson. That is a big step. God is surely working in his life.

Kim, prayers also being said for William. I will keep him on my prayer list. Let us know how it goes.

My prayers have been said for each of you and your loved ones. Prayers for all special requests.

God's blessings be with all,

Cecelia

Prayers being said for everyone in need today. Please pray for my son for guidance and please pray for my sanity. This tough love stuff is worse than I had ever imagined.

Thank you.

I will pray for all and please pray for my husband. I need your prayers. My husband is in NWCX in Tenn. He has been there since July of 2007 and has ending sentence of Mar. 2011. He went up for parole in Feb and they told him to come back in one year. He is in on repeated no driver's license but has never had a DUI just trying to get back and forth to work and we didnt have $7,000 in court cost and fines that had accumulated over the last few years up until 4 years ago when we got together and got married, was trying to work and getting it paid so he could get them back. we are in the process of trying to get a post conviction relief because we were told that when he went to court that they didnt give him what would have been in his best interest, that they should of gave him 2 years instead of 4. Please pray that all this works out.
dew4kj

momj sent you a pm..and my prayers to all those in need .....

Kim, my prayers are with you and William. I know you have requested prayer for him a couple times in the past. I pray that whatever this is about, that it will somehow be the start down the road to freedom. Circumstances and situations that look so bad and devasting can sometimes actually be the beginning of a breakthrough. It's when a person is down and out that the Lord is able to begin to turn their life around. I will be praying that the Lord give you peace during this time.

Jennifer, yes, tough love is hard and harder still to stick with it. I pray the Lord give you strength, wisdom, an extra dose of faith and trust, and most of all, peace. I read a couple of your other posts and pray that the Lord would provide whatever help it is your son needs.

I pray that the Lord's will would be done in all our sons' lives.

dew, my prayers are also with you and your husband, that justice would be done and favor extended.

My blessings and prayers go out to everyone.

Thank you believing,and cecelia,your words always bring me comfort,,its a nightmare I just cant seem to wake up from,now two sons in the system,,if William is put in a KY prison,I will surely loose my mind,,no way will I ever be able to get way up there,,Im just going to put it in gods hands,and try to get thru each day with myself intact,,,,,mother J ,if you will send me your boys info I will get a cheer up card out to him,,I know how important that can be,and it helps too,
Dew im praying for all to get worked out for your husband,and Jutts mom,,prayers going out to your family ,,god have mercy on all of us,,amen.

I've never posted here before but I do read and pray for ya'll. My husband is in need of prayers and I was trying to think who to ask. People at church, friends, family? And ya'll came to mind. Because I know you understand and you pray out of a heart of love. So please, Wednesday morning my husband, Glenn, goes before the parole board. His counselor has already told him he will not recommend him, but guess what! We know God is in control of this situation, not the counselor. So we will agree with whatever God does. But I am so weary. Physically, spiritually, emotionally, you all know what I'm talking about. I'm no spring chick(54) and we have a 12 yr. old daughter who needs her daddy at home. He's in Iowa and we are in Florida so visits are few and far between. Please pray for Glenn's emotions too. He gets so down. Thank you all ladies so much. Isn't it funny that I knew I could count on total strangers more than others. God bless you and your loved ones!

Thanks for your prayers Gunny's Wife. I for sure understand how going through this affects all areas of your life. I will be praying for Glenn as he goes before the parole board. May God's will be made know to all that preside and may they decide accordingly. I will also be remembering you and your daughter. May God bless each of you with comfort and strength.

The Lord is good and does what is right; he shows the proper path to those who go astray.
Psalm 25:8

Kim, prayers continue for William and you. May God's strength and love be with you as you go through this.

Gunny's wife, I have marked Wednesday morning down and my prayers will be with Glenn as he goes before the parole board. Prayers also are with you and your daugter. All things are possible with God. May His will be done.

Prayers have been said for all members, your loved ones and all requests.

God Bless,

Cecelia

Lord, I lift up all the needs and circumstances posted here. I bring the desires of all of our hearts before your throne, and I know that you hear our prayers and that you are an answering God. I ask that your hand of protection be on all of us, as well as our "prisoners." We ask your perfect will be done in each and every life represented here, and in each situation lifted up to you. We thank you for who you are.
I also lift up Amanda, and ask that you give her confidence, and a sense of self-worth, I ask that you separate her from the lawlessness that is going on around her, that she step up, and become the mother you want her to be. Lord, she has had many Godly role models in her life, and I ask you to give her wisdom.
Lord Bless all of you, (and our "children.") Want you to know that I wore my PWCIP bracelet to church yesterday, it was a great reminder to lift up all of us, and our "children" in prayer.
I am heading out of town for a couple of nights, I will continue praying.....

Thank You,amen

Just stopping by to say Good Morning! ... :)

gOOD mORNING Frank. have a good day.

Tuesday prayers for all members and their loved ones.

MotherJ & J, zcomm & Mike, momak & William, Juttsmom & son, dew & Glenn, gunnyswife & Glen..all parents and children, you are in my prayers. May the Lord bring His wisdom, compassion and understanding to you and your loved ones, to all those who are involved in your lives. May He touch them with mercy and justice. I know that God works in mysterious ways. I believe it. It may be a kindness from a stranger, one helpful gesture that gives you hope. It may be a word or phrase in a letter from your child, something they have never said before that gives you such hope. And sometimes you really have to read between the lines to see it. Or maybe it is when we help someone, stranger or friend, that we show His love for others. I thank God each day for being there for all of us. He is our loving Father and for that I am grateful.

May everyone have a blessed and peaceful day.
God grant me patience for the changes that take time.

Honoring God Call upon Me in the day of trouble; I shall rescue you, and you will honor Me.
Psalm 50:15

Good morning, Frank. Thanks for stopping by.

Amen, Pilgrim. Your words are so true and touching. Thank you

Tuesday prayers have been said for all members, their loved ones and all requests.

Special prayers continue for Rose and her mother, for Lillybee. You are both missed. God be with you.

God bless and be with you all today and may your hearts be lightened with His joy.

Cecelia

Thank you,and amen Pilgrim.

Thoughts and Prayers for everybody to know their children and loved ones are doing fine and ok where ever they are. Lord Lift them up if they are feeling down. Protect everybody and let them know you love them, always.

Don’t be afraid, for I am with you. Do not be dismayed for I am your God. I will strengthen you. I will help you. I will uphold you with my victorious right hand.
Isaiah 41:10

Prayers have been said for all members, your loved ones and every request

Wishing each of you a wonderful day with the Lord.

Be blessed,

Cecelia

I want to thank all of you for your continued prayers. My Mom is doing wonderful, I am going home Friday. :D Thank You, God!
Prayers going out for each and every one of you and your loved ones, for every need and request.
Be Blessed!
Praise Him!

Rose,

It is great to hear from you and the news that your Mom is doing so well. You were so very missed. It will be good to get you back again. Prayers will continue for your Mom's progress.

Praise God!

Cecelia

Praise God!

PRAISE THE LORD, Rose! It's so good to hear from you and so good to hear the good news! You have been greatly missed. (I'm at work; gotta go :)).

Thank You Cecelia and Terri!

so nice to see that little mouse kicking up his heels again rose.....glad to hear your mom is doing well
i would like to request prayers for one of our own..sassie...she wasn't feeling well when i spoke to her earlier this evening on messenger...and she has a trip to the cardiologist soon....so lets start now.....:0

Thank God for answered prayers for Lila. Will keep her in my prayers for her continued good health and prayers for you to have some good deserved rest and relaxation.

Lord we also lift up one of our own Sassie. She needs your healing touch. Thank you Lord in advance for answered prayers.

His Always,
Julie

My boyfriend is 31 years old and has spent most of his life in and out of jails and institutions, he has been in prison since he was 19 doing a life sentence with the possibility of parole, he has no date. Please pray with me that he can get a release date.

Thank you,
Leanna

rose,thats great news,as i have been praying for your mother,i dont know what i would do without mine,,i will continue to pray that her recovery continues on a steady pace,,,,leanna,,praying for your boyfriend,may the lord hear your prayers,and my prayers are going out to sassie,,gods got your hand,,also saying my own prayers for my sons,,william and james,,,,god is right there with you,,pray and draw your strength from him,amen.

The LORD is my rock, and my fortress, and my deliverer; my God, my strength, in whom I will trust….
Psalm 18:2

Special prayers being offered for Sassie.

Leanna, prayers will be said also for your boyfriend that He will allow God to work in his life and in God's timing a release date will be set for him.

moma k, William and James remain on my prayer list and prayers being said for both.

Prayers have been said for all members and their loved ones. Prayers for each of your needs.

God bless you with a day filled with His love and grace.

Cecelia

Thursday prayers going up--- for everyone here, our "children", all needs, all circumstances.
I ask prayers that my son's heart be softened, he phoned my mother this week, after blowing everyone off for months, he reiterated to her that he wants nothing to do with any of "us." meaning, myself, my husband, his siblings. I know we can't have a "normal" relationship, but I do love him, I'm just feeling down about it.....
$, we need the Lord's intervention huge, my husband needs steady employment!
Thank you,

Lord I come before you and lift up all of these Moms here. I know you know what each of them need and I pray you do not withhold your mercy and grace from them. I pray for all our children. I pray your protection around all of them behind the walls. I pray for your loving kindness draws each and everyone of them to you. I pray for reconciliation where its needed in our families. I pray for healing. I pray for Sassie and ask Lord to send your healing to her. Give her Drs wisdom how to treat her I pray. Bring her comfort. I pray for Moma K and her sons. I ask Lord that you send her peace knowing that you are working in all of their lives. I pray for Flymoms husband to find steady work. Give him the wisdom he needs to go through the door you have opened I pray. I thank you for Rose's Moms health and pray you continue to do a work in her. In Jesus Name I pray. Amen

Looks like PTO will be out of commission awhile this weekend. I will be gone all day tomorrow out of town, so wanted to say that my prayers are with everyone. I say "AMEN!" to Jill's prayer. I stand in agreement. May the Lord bless, keep and meet everyone's needs. A blessed weekend to all.

God in His love always wills what is best for us. In His wisdom He always knows what is best, and in His sovereignty He has the power to bring it about.

Amen, Amen, Jill. My prayers, too, have been said for all members, their loved ones, Sassie's health, moma k's sons and Flymom's husband that God may bless him with a job that is just right for him. All your needs, I have brought before the Lord in prayer.

Terri, I hope it is a fun day today out of town. God be with you.

I ask God to bless each of you with a weekend filled with His peace, love and joy.

Cecelia

Hello Prayer Partners.

Just stopping by to collect the week's names and to pass along my best wishes for peace and comfort. The brethren behind the wall are praying for you and yours and we all send along our love. We're gearing up for a marriage seminar this weekend. I pray it is pleasant and productive.

Yours in Christ,

Michael

I don't post on this thread often, but I do lurk and want you all to know that I pray for each and everyone of you, in your hour of need.

LIfting up all needs, circumstances, and our "kids."
I want all of you to know, that I wore the PWCIP bracelet to church last Sunday, and will continue to do so. It reminded me to quietly intercede for all of us here.
I would like special prayer for my son, Tom. He was in touch with both my mother and sister this week. He told my mother that he wants nothing to do with the rest of us. (meaning me, my husband, and his full bio. sister). I don't get it, I know he can't ever be around kids, and grandkids, but I would like to have some type of relationship with him.
I pray that our inmates own their behavior, and yield to the Lord.
Have a blessed weekend everyone.

Don't give up on him flymom. It's what he expects you to do. I would love to send him a card from here in Mexico, just letting him know he isn't forgotten, ever. If you want, you can PM me. Until then I hold all of our children up to the Lord. Special prayers for Tom and his mother, during this very trying time in both their lives.

thank you all for your prayers for james and william,,im at the end of my rope,dont know what to do other than the one thing that has set me free in the past,,give it to the lord,,and i keep praying,,and thank you wendy,,cecelia,michael,,flymom,,tom is acting in a way that he has programed himself to feel,,if he is angry at you,then he wont feel let down if you dont reach out to him,maybe im wrong,,and if im out of bounds here,tell me,,but thats the way my son william was a long time ago,till he realized,moms still there,,im praying for you and tom to start talking and working things out,,amen.

You become stronger only when you become weaker. When you surrender your will to God, you discover the resources to do what God requires.

Erwin Lutzer

Flymom, special prayers for your son, Tom, that through your continued love he will lose his anger and hurt toward you and come around. Continue to let him know that you love him in spite of his actions toward you.

Good to hear from you, Michael. Prayers have been said for your marriage seminar this weekend and the success of yours and inmates work.

moma K, prayers continue for your boys. I have them both on my prayer list.
I usually do what I can and then I say, "God, what I am doing is not working, I give it all to You." In His time, He does take care of it. How easy for us He makes it.

My prayers have been said for each of you and your loved ones

Have a blessed weekend walking with and loving our Lord

Cecelia

amen

God has not promised skies always blue, Flower-strewn pathways all our life through; God has not promised sun without rain, Joy without sorrow, peace without pain. But God has promised strength for the day, Rest for the labor, light for the way; Grace for the trials, help from above, Unfailing sympathy, undying love.
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Sunday prayers have been said for each of you and your loved ones. Special prayers have been said for all needs and requests

This is the day the Lord has made, may you find joy as you praise and serve Him

God bless,

Cecelia

Elizabeth's been moved to another area of the prison, her address has changed. Her classification or what ever it is has been upgraded too, so she gets twelve bucks a month for working in the kitchen, instead of eight, and she can buy a TV because of the upgrade too. Aah! The little things in life.
If anyone wants to write her, you can do it at,
Elizabeth Crafton #556339
Mabel Bassett Correctional Center
C-1-A #203
29501 Kickapoo Road
McCloud, Oklahoma 74851
Thank you so very much, and tell her, her daddy loves her, if you write.