Monday, June 4, 2007

Big Challenge

Hi Everyone,

We just received some disappointing news about Gail's prognosis. The latest CT Scan revealed a large aneurism that cannot be addressed by usual means due to the size. Gail's blood pressure has been more up and down which could mean more bleeding. Not a good thing. The neurosurgeon said that she is in critical, critical condition. It is our understanding that very few people survive this type of condition. This gives us a better idea as to how to pray, which we have. Family is here, friends and their presence and ongoing prayers in our faith community have sustained us.

Please pray that Gail would not be fearful but rest fully in the Father's perfect love. We too need to be comforted as this news is difficult to take. Please pray that the Lord would close up the hole, and that the bleeding would stop and that she would regain full health.

Devon is up next.

I am really worried about my Mom's health. She is in a very critical situation. Although she seems very sick, she is not strugguling. Me and everyone at the hospitial is praying their guts out. Me and my Dad really appreciate it. I am asking that all who know about this are praying. We can't do anything but wait and pray. It's not by might or by prayer but it's by my spirit said the Lord God. Zaceriah. Thanks so muc h you guys.

28 comments:

Anonymous said...

Thanks for the update Jon.... And Dev..we're praying out guts out too!!!
Merilee

Anonymous said...

We are crying out to the Lord on Gail's situation,
the full army of Gail's angels are pleading with the heavenly father on her behalf right now..I pray for Gail as she has been our spiritual hero like Joshua who brought the people of Israel into the land of promise.. dear Lord, hear our prayer, we are your children crying out to you..

Anonymous said...

Jon and Dev,
I love you so much. We are all praying on our knees and asking the Lord for His miraculous touch and grace. We love Gail so much and we are trusting the Lord's best for your mom. Thanks for writing your update for all of us. We are with you.

Michael said...

Uncle Jon
I wish I was there with you. We are all praying for Aunty Gail. I am asking the Lord humbly to put his hand over Aunty Gail and to heal her. My prayers are with you too.

Dev
I'm here for you man. God is strong, and so is your mom. There is always hope. Just know that God loves you and He loves your mom too. I will keep you in my prayers.

"I wait for you, O LORD;
you will answer, O Lord my God."
Psalm 38:15

Anonymous said...

I can't express the love I have for you Jon, and Devon and of course Gail... My prayers have brought me to my knees and I am blessed to know such a beautiful angel. I pray for Gail and Jon and Dev... and Dev... If I can't be here for you in touch, I can be here for you in heart and soul!
May peace be with you and my tears reach heaven and Gail. I love you and am with you at this time.

Anonymous said...

This is Jordan. Most of us up here at the hospital w/ Gail have had the opportunity to sit with her. It's been surreal and draining. However, the thing that stands out to me whenever I sit with Gail is the peace I feel. I sense the Holy Spirit and His presence all over the room. Regardless of the outcome, we know God has had His loving arms around Gail. Keep praying. Pray for strength for all who have been waiting at the hospital....Thanks...Jordy

Anonymous said...

Hi Gail, Jon and Devon!

Your distant cousin Mike here with a short note just to let you know that Pastor Shin Asami shared about Gail on Sunday so our family and the OCFMC family is praying for all of you!
- Mike & Dorie Kimura & Family

Anonymous said...

We're praying our guts out too.
We love you Jon, Devon and Gail.
We pray the Lord will do what He
can and only He can do. We sure are
thankful to have you all in our lives. I can do all things through
Christ who strengthens me.
Love,
Jeff and Patrice

Anonymous said...

Thank you for updating us, Jon. I will not stop praying for a miracle, for nothing is impossible with God. To all of you, may His Spirit restore you during the long hours in every place you need Him; fill you with HOPE; provide answers; and remind you that He understands, suffers with you, and will never once leave Gail, nor you.
Love, Lynn

Anonymous said...

hey, thanks for the update. we're praying for you guys every night. oh, and Devon,
hope you are feeling better. after all, this is something that doesnt happen often. keep your spirits up, after all, whatever happens, god has a reason. oh, and also Devon, LAY OFF THE ROCKSTAR!!!

Anonymous said...

Jon,
Although I haven't spoken with any of you in a long time, you have all been and continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. My love and gratefulness for your family, especially you and Gail, can not be expressed. So I send them through my heartfelt prayers to God who heals, loves and strengthens so much greater than I ever could.
Pam Tsujioka

ricecake said...

jon, devon, and gail,

my prayers are with you and i will ask my prayer team to partner with us.

you and your family have been instrumental in my faith, back when i was seeking and i will not forget that. please know that i remember our camp days and the times we talked at the him conference, and although we've been out of touch these past years, you're in my heart.

God has a plan and it is good. i am praying for you.

in Him,
yvonne

Anonymous said...

Jon,

I'm praying for Gail, you, and Devon. If there is anything I can do or even just a visit (lunch or something) call me.

Mike Fahey 726-5623

Julie N said...

I continually lift Gail in my prayers. My students and fellow workers are praying for Gail's recovery. God is amazing. He has part the Red Sea, feed 5000 with 5 fish & 2 loaves, he healed people. Lord, I pray that you would stop the bleeding and begin to close the wound that was found. Lord, I pray for a complete recovery. I pray with all my heart...and gut. Lord..I pray that Gail would rest peacefully in your hands. Speak words of love and comfort to Gail, Jon & Devon. thank you for making your presence known & felt in Gail's room. I ask all these things, in Jesus' precious name, Amen.
love,julie

Anonymous said...

lannork@aol.com
Dear Jono & Devon,

We are all praying for the situation here at home
and at work for God to put his hand in and heal
Gail. Also to comfort you and streighten you.
Be of Good cheer for I have over come the world!
Our hearts,love & prayers are with you. lancer,norrinne,ryan & eric

Anonymous said...

J and D --
You guys are my bro's in Christ and I love you. The 2e's have been on our knees crying out to our Almighty God, and will be tomorrow as well. We're here for you, no matter what!
You hang in there, Beautiful Gail. We love you.
--John, KJ, and Jack Tuohy

Anonymous said...

Jon, Devon, Yoshimine & Toguchi Families -

You have been on our minds and in our prayers since we learned of Gail's collapse. We are praying for a miracle. Romans 8:26 is speaking to me as my prayers do not seem sufficient. "In certain ways we are weak, but the Spirit is here to help us. For example, when we don't know what to pray for, the Spirit prays for us in ways that cannot be put into words."

In prayer for each and every one of you through the Spirit who is here to help us.

Love, Jerry, Lisa, Michelle & Brian Wada

Anonymous said...

I love you guys......
Jon, Devon, and Gail.
How can I help?
Sally

Unknown said...

I am praying for the "peace that passes all understanding" for Jon & Devon. Find comfort in the knowledge that Gail is HIS servant. We serve a mighty, awesome God, &" NOTHING is impossible! ". Maureen.Murphy

Anonymous said...

What a comfort it must be that soooooo many people love and support you. We are all praying our guts out. I wish I could be there with you. You are in my thoughts and prayers every moment since I got the devestating news. I know the Lord is with each one of you. We can only lean into Him.
Kevin, Jill, Akemi, Alexis Aiello (We are staying with Chris)
Chri &, Kellen Tadano

dottie said...

Dear Jon, Gail and Devon
We love you guys so much and our hearts are heavy with you. We are praying praying praying for God's miraculous healing on Gail. Our hearts are with you even though we are not there in body. Thank you for allowing us to share in this rough time. God be so close to you. We want to see all of you real soon. Love Kirk, Juli, Jackson, Don and Dottie

Anonymous said...

Gail, Jon, Devon - We love you all so much. We wish we could be up there with you by your side. We are praying hard for God's miraculous healing.

b said...

Dear Jon and Dev,
We love you guys so much! Words are so inadequate. Just know that we care and that God is holding Gail in his loving arms. We are praying for a miracle.
Brian, Sandy, and Michael

Alan said...

We had such a blessed time with all of you at June Lake last weekend. We know that Gail is very, very special to God - as are both of you, Jon & Devon - so please know that we join everyone with our continued prayers.

Love,
Donna, Peter, Drew, & Alan Oda

Anonymous said...

We realize just how precious the life God gives us is. We know that He is holding Gail in His comforting arms, telling her that she is His dear precious child and loves her so deeply. We pray for a miracle of complete healing that only God can do!
"Let the morning bring me word of your unfailing love, for I have put my trust in you. Show me the way I should go, for to you I lift up my soul." Psalm 143:8
With our love and prayers, Dennis, Susan, Lyndsay and Carina
P.S. Lyndsay and Carina's classes at school are praying for you also!

Anonymous said...

Tons and tons of more and more prayers and love and cries out for miracles and healing now. We love you guys - The Tuohy's

Anonymous said...

Jon, Gail and Devon-

We just heard the news this morning. Please know that we are praying and will continue to pray for you as you walk through this. We are so grateful that you have the comfort and peace that only Jesus can bring. He is mighty, He is awesome and He is the great healer and physician. You are our family in Christ. We love you and we are expecting a miraculous recovery. God is good!

Love,

Willie and Amy Gunn (and family)

Anonymous said...

I hope Gail gets better soon. She is the nicest person!!

Daniella and Kandace Torreano