(Update from Debbie // July 18 2021)
Debbie has had a rough 10 days. She is currently in the hospital after spending several pain filled long hours in the ER on Saturday.
She called me by phone a few minutes ago from her hospital room to ask me to send a brief update.
The results from her last scan done earlier this past week confirmed new cancer growth and so Debbie’s pain levels have been high. She is currently in the hospital until Monday or so as her team wants to come up with an updated at-home pain management plan. Please pray as the doctors and Debbie work together to come up with an effective at home plan.
This blog update is sent on Debbie’s behalf.
His grace and peace to all of us,
Patrick (and Debbie)
“My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.” (Psalm 73:25, NIV)
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So sorry to hear this Patrick. Will be praying for you and Debbie.
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Ahhhhh. My heart is heavy. I rest you all in our Lords loving arms, knowing He knows….the tears, the pain, the aloneness on this journey. He alone can give you the comfort and hope. John and I love you and hold you before Him.
Love
J&G
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Debbie. You have been on our hearts and in our prayers. May God bring you peace and comfort. We care so much about you and Patrick.
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Dear Debbie and Patrick…
I know of very few people who live in extreme circumstances with such grace and settled confidence in the secure arms of our sovereign Savior… as you do!
We are asking God to give you His rich and real companionship that is constant!
We join you in affirming the truth of Psalm 31:14-15, “We trust in you, Lord; We say, “You are our God—our future is in your hands!”
We love you!!
Pastor Steve & Debbie
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Thank you, Patrick! Lord Jesus please meet with Patrick and Debbie and do what only You can do! Nothing is impossible with You! Have Your way and glorify Your name! Keith & Judy
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Love you guys and praying!
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So very sorry to hear of the pain and new cancer growth. Breaks our hearts for you. We will be praying for help for you from your medical team and the ONE who can comfort you. With love, Gail and Millie
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I am so sorry to hear of new cancerous growth. Both of you, Debbie and Patrick, will be in my thoughts and prayers even more often. I do hope the doctors develop a plan that better manages the pain. The verses you cited from are a good reminder. This summer at church each Sunday a different Psalm is the basis for the sermon. Today it was Psalm 121. I trust you will find it comforting and encouraging at this time, as well.
Love, Karen
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Dearest Debbie and Patrick,
So sorry to hear of new cancer and the extreme pain Debbie is experiencing. We pray unceasingly for you and the family for relief from and management of the pain and strength to endure the journey. We love you so very much. In Christ, Barbara
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Hi Debbie and Patrick,
We love you both !!!
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Dear Debbie and Patrick, Your love for the Lord through this difficult trial certainly magnifies Him !!!!! We will continue to pray for you and the girls. Much love, Chris and David
On Sun, Jul 18, 2021 at 7:46 PM Debbie O’Connor’s Journey wrote:
> Debbie O’Connor posted: ” (Update from Debbie // July 18 2021) Debbie has > had a rough 10 days. She is currently in the hospital after spending > several pain filled long hours in the ER on Saturday. She called me by > phone a few minutes ago from her hospital room to ask me to ” >
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Our hearts ache at this news.
We believe God will continue to sustain you ‘through it all’
Your witness is an inspiration !
Lord God of Comfort embrace Debbie, and Patrick is our prayer!
Thank you Abba Father!
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My dear brother and sister in Christ:
I know that this is a difficult time for both of you, having been there a few times myself with Marilyn.
It has nearly brought me to tears to read these last two updates [in fact, that is why I did not reply to the last one, I just couldn’t get the fingers to move on the keyboard].
But:
I know my redeemer liveth, and He shall overcome [has already!].
I continue to pray for His strength in both of you – and the girls.
Viya con dios, me Amigos!
Amo en Christo!
Carlitos
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We are PRAYING for Debbie and for you Patrick, and the girls! Praying for pain free days, for healing (always), for strength and encouragement. We love you!
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sorry I didn’t sign this. It’s Lu Ann and Ed.
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Thank you dear O’Connor family. We are praying for our sister and friend Debbie and also for you. God is in control, He is Sovereign. 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
With love,
Jenny and Kenia
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Dear Debbie & Patrick,
So sorry to hear of these recent events and praying for you ALL. Right now I am reading in Job, which deals so much with the mystery of not understanding what is happening.. In Job 12:13, Job says “To God belong wisdom and power”….the commentator in my notes adds…”He (Job) has resolved to trust when he cannot fathom the works of God in his life. He has decided that no human counsellor, not even kings nor priests (Vs. 17-19), can truly grasp the power and ways of God in their fullness! The concluding comment is to “ask God to help you trust where you cannot understand his ways” We will continue to pray for you and the family, including dear ones who have known you for many years and to whom you have ministered faithfully.
We send our love and prayers,
Jim & Becky Hamilton
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Thanks Beckie. Those are some wise words. Trust when we do not understand. Thank you for your prayers and encouragement . Love to you and Jim, Debbie
On Mon, Jul 26, 2021 at 2:28 PM Debbie O'Connor's Journey wrote:
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