Please join together with the HCC family

and lift up these concerns to the Lord.

They are many and diverse, yet each

one so very important.

You can request prayer, or send prayer updates

by clicking the box below. Please designate if the requests are

"confidential", or for the entire HCC family.

Confidential requests will be shared with and prayed for

by our Pastoral staff and Elders only.

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HCC FAMILY PRAYER LIST (updated NOVEMBER 1, 2024)

 

* FOR THOSE WE ENCOUNTER EVERYDAY who do not know the saving grace of Jesus Christ. That we may share the Good News in effective ways that bring them to the point of considering what God has done through the death and resurrection of His one and only Son, Jesus Christ. So many of our family, friends, work associates, schoolmates, etc. do not know His saving, loving grace!

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FOR THE HCC BODY:

*May we continue to devote ourselves to SACRIFICIAL LIVING, PRAYER, being WATCHFUL, THANKFUL, and PROCLAIMING the GOOD NEWS of JESUS CHRIST in our homes, with family and friends, where we work and play! 

*May we be FULL OF GRACE, WISDOM, TRUTH and LOVE in every way as we REACH UP, REACH OUT, and GROW TOGETHER!

*May we continue FAITHFUL GIVING to the HCC GENERAL FUND needs and other special projects through the summer months!

 

* UNREST IN THE NATIONS OF THE WORLD:  Pray for all nations in turmoil across the globe, for their people and leaders. Pray for ALL those whose lives are effected by the violence, loss of life and property, displacement, and death of family members, friends, children in danger, and the absence of peaceful living.

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* OUR COUNTRY, STATE, COMMUNITIES: Pray for our country, our state, our community.....for it's people, and our leaders. Pray for the upcoming political elections. For foreign policy decisions. For wisdom, understanding, good decision-making by leaders that we might live lives of "liberty, peace, and justice for all".

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* THOSE STRUGGLING WITH JOBS, HOUSING, FINANCES: Prayer for accepting employment opportunities, adequate housing options in a lean market for rentals and buying, contentment, wisdom, courage, and peace no matter the circumstances.

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* FOR THOSE SUFFERING WITH ADDICTION: Substance abuse  of all kinds (Alcohol, Marijuana, Meth, Heroin, etc.),  pornography/sexual addiction, food/exercise obsession's, and much much more. For God's healing. Courage to own the problem and make good decisions to fight the problem when sober. Protection from evil. For families whose loved ones are caught in this nightmare of addictive behavior and it's far-reaching consequences.​​​

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* S.W. FLORIDA/GEORGIA/WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA & EAST TENNESSEE as the storm and floods from Helene have devastated the whole area. The whole region will be declared a disaster by FEMA. Pray for families in these locations and other areas affected by the hurricane.

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* BOB STRUTZ - Hospitalized with pneumonia at McKenzie Willamette this week. They have him on strong antibiotics, I.V. hydration & nutrition. Pray he regains strength and the pneumonia is cleared up soon.

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* LAURA & STEPHEN GRIMES welcomed twin baby boys, Landon Lee & Josiah Randall, born October 10. They are home. Doctors have released Laura from taking blood pressure meds. Prayer answered!  Babies are doing well. 

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* LINDA EICHNER: Home now after Hospitalization with internal pain and inflammation with further testing ahead.

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* LAURIE EASTRIDGE & family (Natalie & Ryan Rapp, Denise Eastridge & Kyle Alexander).  A Memorial Service for her husband, Ron, is set for NOVEMBER 16, Saturday at 11:30am here at HCC. Pray for peace and that God's presence is felt during this time of grief and separation...as well as rejoicing at Ron's homegoing to Jesus.

 

* AUSTIN STRUTZ was diagnosed with MRSA ("Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus Aureus", a serious infection is caused by a type of staph bacteria resistant to many antibiotics) He has finally been released from the hospital in Beijing after a third knee surgery. Pray that the infection can be cleared up and for no lasting damage to his leg or body. Pray that his wife, Jess, can return to their home to teach and prepare for his home-coming!​​​​

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* GABE & BRITTANY BUHLER FAMILY:  Requesting prayer for their housing situation. Looks like things could be moving in a positive way for them with their manufactured home dilemma. They say "thanks" for your prayers and help on their behalf.​

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*DANIEL & TAYLOR LOFTSGARD... will welcome a new baby GIRL coming this December to join their family of boys!​​

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* 2025 HCC YOUTH MEXICO MISSION:  Preparation for this mission of love and service by our young people to families in Mexico JUNE 13-24, 2025. Pray for High School, College, Young Adult participants, and Adult Youth Coaches who lead, fund raising efforts, logistics and travel planning. Spiritual growth and preparation for all involved.

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* CINDY (Sister of Dennis Wolfard)  Cancer returned in Spine & Lungs. It is spreading and clustering in bones and more serious than predicted. She is at home now. Continue to pray for Cindy & her family that they might trust in God.

 

* THRESA ATHEY: (sister of Val Stutzman) Chemo treatments for liver cancer are resumed. Prayers for healing and peace.

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* JORDAN (McCullough) STAMBAUGH: Her 6 year old daughter, Aielia, died in a tragic accident this summer. Pray for Jordan, her family, and her ex-husband Tia. Pray for peace, a renewed relationship with the Lord, and relational healing. 

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* ALAN CROUCHER: (Former HCC Youth Pastor) Doing much better now after concerning Neurological causes of current problems. Appeared to be damage from a fall. Home now. Pray for continued healing, plan of treatment, and counseling. 

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* KATHY NOFZIGER (Daughter-in-law of Tim & Karen Salisbury):  Has been told that it doesn't seem that suspected cancer is growing. Has been on steroids all summer and now weaning her from that. Prayers are being answered, but still concerns. She and husband Scott have two children, ages 15 and 11. They live in Brush Prairie, WA.

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* DAVID WALKER & Family  (A good friend of Harriet Kohler's family)  Their 15 year old daughter passed away recently. Please pray for comfort for David and his family. She was the oldest of 3. Please comfort her younger brother and sister as they too mourn this tragic loss. Help the family navigate their grief and look to the Lord for guidance and love. 

 

* JIM & ANITA McCLURE FAMILY Multiple health issues currently affecting different members of their close and extended family. Jim had surgery on Oct. 16.  Pray for the improved physical, mental, and spiritual health of all of those in the family. including great-grand daughter, FINLEY, age four, who suffers from Leukemia and is receiving treatments at OHSU.
 

* DERREK (Nephew of Randy & Debbi Klemm) Paralyzed after a motorcycle accident from chest down. Prayers for Derrek as he navigates life. He is determined to discover how he can most effectively serve our God in his new life circumstances. Pray for him and his family.\\\

 

* MICHAEL BRYSON'S FAMILY & FRIENDS: Missing since August 2020. Son of Parrish & Tina Bryson, sister Krista. Pray resolution & Peace.

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​* GOD'S STOREHOUSE: Providing food & household goods for local families in need. Donations and Volunteers always needed. Opportunity to move location with more room and upgraded facilities.​

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- HCC ELDERS & LEADERSHIP: For their personal walk with the Lord and godly, faithful leading/shepherding the HCC family. 

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- STEVE JOLLY & RIO BRAVO PROJECT:  A new outreach ministry and missionary HCC hopes to support soon! Based in El Paso, TX., They partner with local churches in Mexico, Algo Mas church and Cordero de Dios to serve kids in the area. Rio Bravo Project it is having a big impact among this areas most vulnerable families at the Mexican-U.S. border. Pray for possibility of Property acquisition to establish a "home base" in Mexico. Serving more meals and other ministries now.

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- SATELLITE GAMING:  Pray for continued connections with students and adults in this culture, that SG may share the good news of Jesus as they engage online and in person all around the globe with "gamers". Remember Satellite Gaming Founder and Leader, Jamie Harris, as he leads and guides this dynamic ministry. Focus on the Family may be doing a Documentary about this ministry and it's impact on kids and families! HCC'er Kyler Stutzman will be preparing in January to serve with Satellite Gaming in a leadership capacity.

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- WINEMA CHRISTIAN CAMP:  Facilities. Leadership. Camps/conferences this coming Fall season. HCC's Gabe Buhler serves on their Board of Directors. Evan Koons and Gabe also direct youth summer camps there. Many HCC kids and families enjoy it's ministries.

 

- NORTHWEST CHRISTIAN NETWORK: Fall season programming. Resources for churches to reach their communities for Christ. Special Pastor & Leadership training. Located on the historic Turner Tabernacle Grounds in Turner, Oregon.

 

- TURNER RETIREMENT HOMES:  Prayer for staff & residents - Staff shortages and resident's health. Transitioning to new care plans.

 

- MID-VALLEY FELLOWSHIP: Pray for those who are struggling with sexual and relational wholeness in the midst of a broken and confused world. Pray for Fall season programs coming up and those who serve others through MVF as they seek to redeem and restore lives thru Christ. Upcoming Benefit Dinner is an important fund and interest generating event. New support groups to begin in October.
 

- EUGENE & MIRA POGORELOV: Our global missionaries aligned with Fellowship of Christian Athletes ministries in Moldova. Pray for the country of Moldova, their ministry there and the youth they serve.  Summer Camp season went well. Work in the local church too!

 

- RON & JACQUI WHISLER: Wycliff Bible Translators/Indonesia. Back in Indonesia working with translators, pastors on new texts and Discipleship projects underway. 
 

- OUR HCC "MISSIONS OF HOPE" SPONSORED CHILDREN IN KENYA: Health & safety, in school. That they know God's love for them. Huge need for more sponsors! Mission Of Hope Schools (MOHi) we support in the Mathare Valley slums of Nairobi, and in rural Kenya, East Africa. Now is the time to send CHRISTMAS GIFTS or funds for FOOD BASKETS to your sponsored child for the holidays.

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- BUSHNELL UNIVERSITY. Wisdom. FAITH. Service. Students, faculty, staff. "Venture Forward" Campaign, building remodel progress, new staff positions open and hires. HCC'ers who are Staff and Faculty: Joe Womack (President), Tysen Buhler (Grounds), Awbrie Koons (Student Services), Gabe Buhler (Chapel Band & Worship Music Ministries). HCC current undergrad students are:  Abe Noll, Cooper Clark, Malachi Larson, Trey Crabb, Cadence Smith - all undergrads.... and Mikayla Buhler, graduate student.  
 

- AMOR MINISTRIES: Continued opportunity to provide housing & hope. Spiritual emphasis. Food Pantry run by local HMA/churches

 

- SAFE FAMILIES:  Provides respite care for children in crisis to avoid Foster Care system by short-term placement in Christian families.  Need for volunteers to serve kids & families.

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