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Baptista
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I am still praying for you, Jim. I pray the chemo treatment today won’t have as harsh a reaction on you as it has had. Jesus is with you.
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po18guy
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Again, thank you and may God bless all of you for your continuing, and especially for your new prayers. The more that are in conversation with God, the better. It gives real, tangible meaning to my blessing of cancer. For, if my affliction does not lead many to a deeper relationship with the Lord, it is almost for naught.
As to my treatment, I was given a slight reprieve today. I received only two of the chemicals rather than three. Doctor wants my body to heal a little bit longer before he uses the long-acting chemo on me again. During my infusion, I finished reading a book entitled Lessons from the School of Suffering, written by Fr. Jim Willig (R.I.P.). It chronicles his journey through varios treatments for his rare renal-cell cancer, all of which proved futile.
As I read it, I realized that I had already learned many of the things that he did. We were walking the same road although, perhaps, at different times of the year. He never took his eyes off of Jesus, Who was his strength. Wonderful advice for al of us, both the afflicted and the well. For, if we have good conversations with the Lord on a regular basis, it will be just that much easier to go deeper into that same conversation when affliction arrives.
One of the wisest quotes from the book is “I do not know what my future holds, but I know Who holds my future”.
May Christ’s peace, the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, and the love of God the Father be with all of you.
As to my treatment, I was given a slight reprieve today. I received only two of the chemicals rather than three. Doctor wants my body to heal a little bit longer before he uses the long-acting chemo on me again. During my infusion, I finished reading a book entitled Lessons from the School of Suffering, written by Fr. Jim Willig (R.I.P.). It chronicles his journey through varios treatments for his rare renal-cell cancer, all of which proved futile.
As I read it, I realized that I had already learned many of the things that he did. We were walking the same road although, perhaps, at different times of the year. He never took his eyes off of Jesus, Who was his strength. Wonderful advice for al of us, both the afflicted and the well. For, if we have good conversations with the Lord on a regular basis, it will be just that much easier to go deeper into that same conversation when affliction arrives.
One of the wisest quotes from the book is “I do not know what my future holds, but I know Who holds my future”.
May Christ’s peace, the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, and the love of God the Father be with all of you.
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bubbie
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Jim,I haven’t posted in a long while,but the Holy Spirit led me to the site tonight,you alone encouraged me,so much when my son was in prison,Steven,and when I read what you are going through It broke my heart,but with your inner strength and peace,you are surely carrying your cross the way Jesus did,I will keep you in prayer daily,and in my rosary,that I will start in the morning.GOD love and bless you
Bubbie-Dianne
Bubbie-Dianne
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mom4truth
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Jim,
Praying that our Dear Lord keeps sustaining you during this difficult trial. I also pray that Our Lady will comfort your wife , daughter and son during this time. You are always in my prayers and heart.
Blessings,
Judi
Praying that our Dear Lord keeps sustaining you during this difficult trial. I also pray that Our Lady will comfort your wife , daughter and son during this time. You are always in my prayers and heart.
Blessings,
Judi
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cassie89
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Jim,
You continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. I pray that the Lord also be with your family during this time. May the Lord bless you and your family!
You continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. I pray that the Lord also be with your family during this time. May the Lord bless you and your family!
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244Rocket
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Jim, still praying very hard for your recovery!
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cassie89
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You continue to be in my prayers! May the Lord be with you and give you strength.
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Simon_X
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Continuing prayers for you Jim…
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wina
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Jim, thank you for the update.
You are always in my prayer
You are always in my prayer
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OutinChgoburbs
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We are still here, Jim, and still praying. Sometimes my angel rouses me out of a good sleep and I know that’s the time to hit the beads! It is having some good results.
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whatevergirl
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Still praying for you, too Jim.
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bubbie
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Jim,I woke up at 4:30 this morning thinking of you and your family,I believe God awoke me at this time to start my rosary for you,my continuing prayer is with you and yours.GOD love and bless
Bubbie-Dianne
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244Rocket
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Still praying!
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wina
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still praying for you, Jim
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cassie89
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Continuing to keep you and your family in my prayers!
po18guy
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As part of the toxic effects of the chemo, it has become difficult to walk and use my fingers to do small things. Typing is still OK, but takes longer and must be done more deliberately. The peripheral neuropathy makes my fingers and toes numb, and the toxicity is swelling my ankles and causing a burning pain. Nothing I can put on from the outside seems to help much, since the problem is coming from within.
I have an appointment Monday to see if this, or worse, is the future until December 23, when this all may finally come to and end. Until then, I pray for strength and bless and pray for each of you for your continued faithfulness.
Christ’s peace be with each one of you.
Jim
I have an appointment Monday to see if this, or worse, is the future until December 23, when this all may finally come to and end. Until then, I pray for strength and bless and pray for each of you for your continued faithfulness.
Christ’s peace be with each one of you.
Jim
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244Rocket
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Still praying for you Jim.
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Turtleforce
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May God bless you with al his heart, for truly you understand the meaning of woshiping and praising God in all good an bad.
Thankyou for the example that you have set for me to fight through the hard times.
I ask for God to continually strengthen you.
Most Holy trinity your works are inumerous, beg of thee this lay interntion to give this man the stregth to recover so he can continue to set a beautiful example to all of us. In JEsus’ most holy name I pray Amen.
Thankyou for the example that you have set for me to fight through the hard times.
I ask for God to continually strengthen you.
Most Holy trinity your works are inumerous, beg of thee this lay interntion to give this man the stregth to recover so he can continue to set a beautiful example to all of us. In JEsus’ most holy name I pray Amen.
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wina
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Jim, I’m sorry to hear about your news. you are always in my prayer
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the_phoenix
Guest
Hail Mary,
Full of Grace,
The Lord is with thee.
Blessed art thou among women,
and blessed is the fruit
of thy womb, Jesus.
Holy Mary,
Mother of God,
pray for us sinners now,
and at the hour of our death.
Amen
Full of Grace,
The Lord is with thee.
Blessed art thou among women,
and blessed is the fruit
of thy womb, Jesus.
Holy Mary,
Mother of God,
pray for us sinners now,
and at the hour of our death.
Amen
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