Saturday, March 31, 2012
One Day at a Time
Elder Schenk's lungs are much better today. He's about got the pneumonia licked. Though unconscious he is trying to scratch itches, and doing a good job of it. Those miserable hic-ups were also around most of the day. We are being patient while waiting for Britten to "wake-up". "Wakeing-up and responding" must be more of a process than an event. We feel like we see glimpses of "wakening" but not consistently. For example, Britten only raised his arm for one of the sustaining votes during conference, not all of them. We are encouraged with each new day! We are so thankful to our Heavenly Father for the little things we are seeing each day. We know that everything is going to work out. We appreciate the faith, prayers and support of so many. All our love, Steven, Karla and Elder Schenk
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http://www.bridgettnoland.blogspot.com/ This blog is by a person in our ward whose daughter was hit by a vehicle while on her bike. It may help to know others are going through the same thing. We are praying for your son's swift recovery.
ReplyDeleteHow remarkable is it that he was able to raise his arm for one vote. That is so awesome! Conference was great today also. Really touched home with many things said containing to our family. Britten is a remarkable elder. We love him so much.
ReplyDeleteWe love you and Steven so much. Keep smiling as we are.
Your are continued in our thoughts and prayers daily.
With all our love, David, Mary and the kids
Our hearts are full as we read your blog each night. It is the last thing I check before shutting down the computer every evening. Your updates help me to know what to ask for each night as we pray. We pray not only for Britten, but for you and also your sons at home who are trying to keep up with their responsibilities while worrying about you and their brother. Keep yourselves well and strong. We love you and hope for the brightest furure for you and your family. Barbara & LaMont Gibson
ReplyDeleteWe love you, Schenks, and continue to pray for all of you. We're so grateful for the blessing of being able to watch conference, and are glad you had that blessing in the hospital! I was touched by the missionary choir today, and thought of Britt as I looked for familiar faces!
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The Bradys
Hi, good to know that he is getting better day by day! Today I was waiting to start the conference at the Conference Center and one man asked me where I was from... few minutes later I was talking with him and his wife about Elder Schenk, asking them for pray for him and for my surprise... they know who are the Schenk Family. He said Karla had cut his hair some time in ID :) and they was already praying for you! Edith Perkins, her family, and I, we are praying for you all. I don't know you personaly, I know just Pres. Moreira and his wife, but I cannot go to bed without take a look on here and pray for your family. The main word from the Conference today was FAITH! I am glad to see you all with a lot of FAITH and helping us to feel faith in our Heavenly Father! Have a awesome Conference Day this Sunday!
ReplyDeleteAs long as he can sustain the General Authorities, he'll be fine!
ReplyDeleteMany of the conference talks are reminding me of your families situation. I'm so glad that things are progressing for the better. Karla, Is there any thing setup for people to donate money to your family. I have no idea of your needs but if there is something setup I would like to know how to contribute. I'm sure there have been many unforeseen expenses along this crazy journey of yours. I'm sure the people in your community are looking in on your family at home. I would like to help but don't know how, not even knowing your address to send a card. We are sending our prayers up for your family each day and checking each day for the news.
ReplyDeleteLove Toni Troseth Christensen
I love reading about Brittens successes I pray that he Will soon wake up! and recognise you two.I am Glad Britten got to listen to conference! Hang in there Steve & Kaela lots of prayers coming from all of us here in in the USA Keep strong! Nyle & Jamy Crump and family
ReplyDeleteThis blog is so touching. I'm thinking of you and praying for your family. Conference was so inspiring today and I hope you were able to hear all of it. Hang in there...fica firme.
ReplyDeleteConnie Abrechtsen
As Elder Rasband stated this morning in General Conference, and I heartily agree, you are engaging in 'superhuman nuturing care'. I know that Britten knows you are there caring for and loving him. Britten's mighty and positive responses are certainly linked to that as well as all of the prayers and fasting that have taken place and Heavenly Father's miraculous healing power. I am appreciative of and amazed by your strength, your courage, your example, and your faith.
ReplyDeleteI love you all. Keep working hard, Britten! You can get stronger and better every single day. I am praying constantly - morning, midday, evening, and midnight - for that. God bless you.
Melanie
We were so touched by conference and shed many tears, especially through Elder Rasbands talk concerning the nurturing of others through trials. We thought of you...We know Britten is hearing the words of comfort and prayers being offered in his behalf and that he is drawing strength from everyone. We know Heavenly Father loves him and all of you and will continue to bless you. Amazing how, as the prophet said today, our priorities can be shifted quickly and we are all reminded of the things that REALLY matter. We are with you in heart, spirit and prayer. Hang on. Love, The Stoddard Family
ReplyDeleteFamília Schenk, sei que palavras muitas vezes não confortam a dor que sentem pelo que aconteceu com o Elder Schenk, mas temos um hino em Português que diz: "Se nuvens em lugar de sol, sombreiam nosso coração, se a dor vier nos afligir, depois veremos a razão. Jesus que sabe o porquê, com Sua mão nos guiará, se escutarmos Sua voz, mais tarde Ele nos dirá: Confiai em Deus sem vacilar e Sua mão nos guiará, canta-Lhei glória sem cessar...". Hino 156, Agora Não Mas Logo Mais.
ReplyDeleteTemos vocês em nossos corações, pensamentos e orações.
Abraços
I have to missionaries out. So missionaries are very dear to my heart. I have been praying for you daily. I pray Britten will continue to improve.
ReplyDeleteI ran into Shawna, who told me of the news about Britten and gave me his blog site. My heart sank. I rushed home to tell Berry. We love Britten and your entire family and miss you. We want you to know that we too are praying for Britten. We will be watching this blog daily as well, and pray for more and more good days for Elder Schenk.:) Karla and Steve we pray for you and your family as well, to have constant courage, strength and comfort. Love Melissa, Berry, Eliza, Isabeau Banham :)
ReplyDeleteVery Awesome that he sustained the General Authorities!! We pray daily for his recovery and peace of mind for you two. He is a very strong minded young man who has proven that even the meds he is given cannot keep him down! Love your posts and Inspiration! Remember to take some time for yourselves, you ARE in a beautiful country, take advantage of it! ;O)
ReplyDeleteContinuing to pray for you daily,
Love,
Bryce, Heather and kids
One more step on the road to recovery. How remarkable that he could raise his arm to sustain the general authorities. What joy this must have brought to you. We continue to keep him and your entire family in our prayers.
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