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April 9,
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Joshua
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sheinc.josh@adelphia.net |
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Huntington |
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Hey guys,
just wanted you to know that we are praying for you guys and for Ben.
It's so awesome how God is taking care of you guys and protecting Ben.
We pray that he heals quickly and that the temporary side effects will
stop. I pray you guys have a great Easter as a family. Take time to
enjoy each other and remember the sacrifice Jesus made for us. We love
you guys. We hope to see you soon. Happy Easter. Love Joshua and Lauren
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April 9,
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Ron Tammi
& Taryn Garton |
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gartontammi@yahoo.com |
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Charleston |
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We are
friends of Nathan Julie and Amelia. We have known Julie her whole life
and they are all very special to us. We will put Ben on our church's
(Elkview Baptist) prayer list. May God continue to watch over you all
and give you comfort during this time. We'll keep you in our prayers!
Love, Ron Tammi & Taryn Garton
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April 9,
2004 |
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Name
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Dr. Jerry
& Joyce Warren |
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pastorwarren@fbcnet.net |
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www.fbcnet.net & www.mminet.org |
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Barboursville |
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Dearest
Bowens, Our heart reaches to you. I would like to say I know what you
are going through, but that would not be accurate. The burden must be
heavy. Our prayers and support are with you. Knowing the God of all
mercy and power will be upon you, and your stedfastness is inspiring to
us. God bless and keep all of you. Love in His Name Jerry and Joyce
Warren
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April 9,
2004 |
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Chris and
Susan Greenwood |
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csgrnwd@yahoo.com
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Huntington |
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Hey, We
just wanted to send you a hillbilly "HOWDY" and let you know we are
thinking about you and continue to keep you before God in prayer. We are
proud of you and your faithfulness to God in the face of trial. With all
our love, the Greenwoods
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We have
so many positive memories of when Tom came to speak at an outreach
banquet in Manitou, Manitoba. Now our hearts ache for you and we want
you to know that we are ministering to you` in prayer. Our whole
congregation knows and we faithfully watch the updates and prayer
requests. I was especially touched since I remember you had Ben a few
months before I had a baby girl. I pray that God would provide peace,
assurance and healing for your family. Thanks for living your faith and
letting us share in this experience. God Bless.
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April 9,
2004 |
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Name
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Wendy
Manns |
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mannsoh@aol.com |
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Chesapeake |
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I am
praying specifically for your strength, rest, and family unity today. I
pray that as we remember Jesus' triumph over death this Easter, He would
triumph over Ben's cancer. Even as I type this I don't know how it is
possible, but I pray that God would overwhelm you with His lavish love
for you TODAY. I love you dearly.
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April 9,
2004 |
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Denver
McCallister |
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DDENVERMcC@aol.com
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Barboursville |
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The
prayers of my local church and family are with you. God Bless!
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Your
family and precious child will be in our continuous prayers at the
University of Iowa. God Bless and Angels Surround You.
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April 10,
2004 |
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Name
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ASHLEE &
MATT HUTCHISON |
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MASH777@PEOPLEPC.COM
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KENOVA
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WE ARE
STILL PRAYING FOR YOUR SWEET BABY BOY AND FOR HIS RECOVERY. WE LOVE YOU
AND WE KNOW THAT YOUR FAMILY IS RIGHT IN THE PALM OF GOD--THE SAFEST
PLACE TO BE! I DID GET AHOLD OF LEE H. BUT I HAVEN'T REACHED DENNIS YET.
IF YOU SEE DANNY SARTIN, THEN HE MAY KNOW HOW TO GET AHOLD OF DENNIS
BETTER THAN ME. WE LOVE YOU ALL SO MUCH AND WE WILL CONTINUE TO
PRAY--HARD!!!!!!!!!!
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Date
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April 10,
2004 |
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Shannon
and Mary Jane |
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Brecksville |
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We follow
your story, amazed at God's working through all things for good. Perhaps
we shouldn't be amazed, but the power of church communities, friends,
strangers, and the internet have combined to enable your story to
inspire such a vast number of people. It is overwhelming to see how this
has touched so many lives. Thanks to those who update this site so
faithfully....it means a lot to those of us who care but who are
distant. Prayers for you, Jennifer and Tom, as you continue in faith and
hope to handle one day at a time. Prayers, of course, for Eli, the big
brother who has to be even bigger now. And for Ben, on whom so many
prayers for healing and comfort are focused. Ben's progress this week is
certainly one of our Easter blessings. Love to you all, Shannon and Mary
Jane
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April 10,
2004 |
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Name
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Marla
Brannan |
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mtbrannan@adelphian.net |
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Huntington |
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Dear Tom
and Jennifer, We are praying for you and for Ben this morning. We pray a
hedge of protection around your marriage, a ring of fire. I told my Mom
about this situation a month ago, so there's a church in NW PA praying
for you, too. Much love, Marla
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April 10,
2004 |
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Name
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Barbara
Tucker |
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bibbytuck@aol.com
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Huntington |
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Tom and
Jennifer, I want you to know that your friends at River Valley Child
Development Services have your family in their thoughts and prayers. So
many staff comments about the web page ~ your story and strength has
touched all of us deeply. With love and prayers, Barbara
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We know
that in everything God works for the good of those who love him. They
are the people he called, because that was his plan. Romans 8:28 There
is a plan for us all. Your family and little Ben reminds us daily. Your
family is always on my mind and in my prayers. Love to you all. Becky
and boys
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April 10,
2004 |
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Name
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Kristi
McSweeney Haney |
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Email
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kristihaney@adelphia.net |
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Huntington |
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Just
thinking of you on the Easter weekend. May God continue to comfort the
family. Prayers are with you continually.
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April 10,
2004 |
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Wendy
Manns |
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We are
praying for Ben's swelling this morning, as is the prayer chain at UMBC.
We love you.
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April 10,
2004 |
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Name
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mark
mansour |
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Email
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souis@adelphia.net
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huntington |
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I was
hoping to see you guys the week of April 4th thru the 10th at St. Jude.
I am an ongoing St.Jude patient for the last 11 years. I was at St. Jude
for my 6 month testing and some surgery this week. We stayed at the
Grizzlie house and are leaving today the 10th. We will continue to think
and pray for Ben and your family.
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April 10,
2004 |
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Name
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Cindy
LeGrand |
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Email
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cidole2@aol.com |
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Huntington |
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Dear
Jennifer & Tom, Lot's of prayers and healing thoughts are coming Ben's
way from all the folks at Circle of Friends, the Autism Training Center
and beyond. We pray that Ben's spinal fluid starts draining properly and
that any infection is quickly healed. We pray for strength and comfort
for you as a family, parents and a couple. And of course big brother Eli
is always in our thoughts and prayers too. Hugs to you all. Love, Cindy,
Jeff & Noah
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Date
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April 10,
2004 |
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Name
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Beverly,
Liz and Sandra Halstead |
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Email
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BevMSU2002@aol.com
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City
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Saint
Albans |
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Jennifer,
I wish I had known about Ben sooner so I could have talked with you. I
saw Sonya Seasor at Billy Bobs on March 26th and she told me. I have
often thought of you and didn't even know you had Ben. I pray for Ben
and you daily. I have been where you are now and the only advice I can
give you is to pray, constantly. I know in my heart that God is truly
Sandra's saviour. My arms are wrapped around you Jen as well as all your
family and friends and especially Gods. I love you. Bev Halstead
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April 10,
2004 |
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Name
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Orma
Clark |
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ORMA@AOL.COM |
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Huntington |
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I am
praying for Ben and the family. I hope everthing is going ok. God will
take care of it I am sure. Trust in the Lord.
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April 10,
2004 |
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Dale and
Melissa Martin |
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April 10,
2004 |
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Name
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Dale and
Melissa Martin |
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Milton
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Tom and
Jennifer we are praying for you to experience God's peace during this
difficult time.We have shared your story with all we know and believe
not only in the power of prayer from others to you,but also in your
amazing faith through all of this,ministers to others. When we saw the
family pictures it was so obvious how in love you are with your family.
I wish it were possible to see a photo of God with His children,I know
we would see that same love. Take care.Dale and Melissa
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April 10,
2004 |
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Laura
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I know
two little boys who will be thrilled with STUFFED Easter baskets
tomorrow morning-and two adults who have probably already gotten into
theirs (I know you and chocolate Tom!!). We are praying for you every
time you cross our minds (and that's more often than we used to talk on
the phone-a lot, huh?). Praying specifically for a good flow of fluid-no
shunt, no shunt, no shunt; for your marriage; for Big Brother Eli; and
Jen, for YOUR "release" and "protection". May you find comfort in the
fact that you have family there with you for this most glorious of all
Holidays! He is risen! We love you all dearly and miss you more than I
can ever say. Promise you won't fall in love with Memphis and stay
there, okay? Laura, Eric, Collin and Erica
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Date
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April 10,
2004 |
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Name
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Angel
Archer Blake |
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Email
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angelblake@adelphia.net |
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Home Page
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Huntington |
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State
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West
Virginia |
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Tom and
Jennifer, I appreciated you all so much during the days of Campus Life
back at Huntington East. I will be praying hard and if there is anything
I can do to help, please let me know. Love, Angel
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April 10,
2004 |
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Name
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Brenda
McGahan |
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Email
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mcgahan@marshall.edu
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Kenova
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Hi Tom
and Jenn, just wanted to let you know that we're thinking of you all and
continue to pray for complete healing...specifically now for the fluid
to decrease and no need for a shunt. You know, the doctors thought I
would have to have one but God proved them wrong...we'll pray that He'll
show Himself again in miraculous ways. The choir continues to hold you
up...I wish you could hear their voices swell in chorus when we pray for
Ben. There is real power in that. God is good...all the time...and He
will continue to strengthen and encourage you and comfort and take care
of Ben and your family. We love you and are praying. Thanks for the
phone call and email...I'll pass your message along to the choir.
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To the
entire Bowen family, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your
precious angel. I am a nurse in pediatric intensive care unit and have
taken care of a child just like Ben, he is a fighter and i am sure Ben
is too! May God be with you and your family. Keep your heads up high and
always remember, miracles happen. The angel i took care of was a perfect
example of a miracle. So be strong and I wish Ben the best of luck with
his battle.
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