IBSA @ Prayer ~ ALERT for Former IBSA Staff Member

THURSDAY UPDATE ...

Allen went to the surgeons in Chicago for a final consultation. They determined that his foot could not be saved. The prior surgeries did not work. He returned back to the Heartland Health Center in Urbana last night. The amputation surgery will be performed at Provena Hospital in Urbana. He has an appointment with the surgeon on this Friday. Uncertain if the surgery will be done then. I'll let you know. He will remain in the hospital for about 5 days of recovery. Then he can come home (first time in 80+ days). After 5 weeks of healing he will be fitted for his "new foot." Allen and Jeannie have come to accept this decision as necessary to save his life not merely his foot.

Also continue to remember Allen's father in Tennessee is near death. And Jeannie's mother in Illinois live in a Nursing home near them. She too can not live much longer.

Your prayers have been their sustaining grace through our Lord Jesus Christ.

Pastor Mike Wilder

Allen's prayer army, Thank you again for your faithful response to Allen and Jeannie Mashbern's great needs. They have repeatedly been lifted up because you have cried out to the Lord in their behalf. We are convinced the Lord has helped them all during this difficult time because of the fervent prayers and the gracious

response of our Loving Savior.

Allen was put back in the Hospital late last week with very high fevor (106) due to three different forms of infection including staph infection. The fever has come back down but the foot is not healing. Most Dr's and surgeons have recommended amputation a few inches below the knee. His main surgeon is holding out for one more possible treatment. Much depends on insurance. It involves moving from Provena to Carle hospital. Only Carle in Urbana has the equipment needed (similar to the machines used for polio patients).

Allen has had serious bouts with these infection twice now. Dr's told them if he gets in one more time it could be fatal. Much is riding on the next couple of days. So please pray for wisdom and God's perfect plan for Allen. They need you to beseech the Lord. They love you for all you have done. May our Lord bless your many needs too.

Pastor Mike Wilder

P.S. Allen's Father in Tennessee has only two weeks to live. He is dying of Lukemia. Allen grieves because he cannot be with his dad. Nor will he be able to attend his funeral. Since Allen broke his foot, he has spent 67 days and counting in hospitals and care facilities.

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