This week's newsletter from Steve

Thank you so much for your prayers as the Youth Ministry travelled to New Mexico last week! We had a wonderful time of discipleship and fellowship, and had a safe trip with no mechanical difficulties! Thank you for lifting us to the Father! 

I would like to ask you for prayer in another matter. Amy and I have a great friend in ministry named Jon Randles.  Some of you may remember his name, as he has spoken at Disciple Now Weekend for us, and has preached at Hillcrest several times over the past four years. He was Amy’s pastor growing up, and has been an amazing friend and mentor to us during our years in ministry. 

Last year, Jon was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. He has endured rounds of chemo, and at one point a few weeks ago, was even thought to be cancer free. Sadly, the last round of scans showed that the cancer had returned, and had done so in force. Jon has been given a less than encouraging diagnosis of a few months, but is relying on the Lord to keep him going, and for healing.  

In the past few weeks, Jon has been invited to be the chaplain in both the Texas lawmaking chambers, and in the United States Congress. He still preaches at the church he now pastors in Lubbock every week, and is determined to keep up with ministry as long as he is physically able. 

Will you join us in praying for Jon and Kelly and their family as they continue to walk this road? I know they would appreciate it!