After reading many of the other well wishes and the updates on Irene’s health status, I think what a great testament to the Dias Family and network of amazing friends that are so filled with God’s love and faithfulness to His Word.

Joyce and I want to add our love and prayers to each of you, but especially to Irene.  We know that at a time like this, it’s so hard to know what God’s plan is, only time will reveal that. But, in the mean time it’s clear to me that Irene is surrounded in prayer on a constant basis with the full trust that God is in control. Dave, I still remember the scripture verses to told me to focus on when you discipled me to accept the Lord about 13 years ago. I think they apply very well to this situation:  Prov. 3:5-6 “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight.”

Our Merced Friday morning men’s group are all praying for God’s healing hand to cure Irene from this rare disease.

With love and peace in Him,

Larry & Joyce

Ps. I will be looking into donating blood from our local blood bank tomorrow.