AN INVITATION

[This post is intentionally incorrectly dated so it stays on top for a bit]

As TJ and our family have begun to discuss all that has happened over the past month, we have realized in a very new and fresh way the need for the prayers of the body of Christ.

We realize that the vast majority of you have prayed for us because of the critical nature of TJ's illness. We are so appreciative of that expression of love and your prayers.

We have heard from several commenters who want to continue to pray for TJ's ministry and our family. If you would like to explore that possibility, will you please send an email to Arthur Ellison, our personal prayer team leader, at arthurellison@aol.com. Arthur will get back to you and further explore with you via email your interest.

For the time being we will continue to post updates a couple times a week through TJ's recovery period. While TJ was in the hospital I found myself checking blog comments first thing in the morning and last thing before I went to bed. Your prayer support and comments gave me what I needed to face the day's challenges and the peace to sleep (at least a little) at night. We are still in awe of how so many around the globe have prayed and are deeply grateful.

Mary Ann