Sunday, April 22, 2012
Concerned
We were hoping for a good day today, but Britten continues to be nauseous. He has started running a fever and we have noticed some increase swelling. The Doctor ordered some blood work and a couple of different CT scans, trying to get to the source of the problem. We are concerned and appreciate all the prayers in His behalf. We received a package and letter today from a "new friend" in Washington DC. He read about Brittens accident in the Deseret News. He said that people from all around the world are praying for Elder Schenk, and feel like HE is their son. Our love and gratitude goes out to each one of you. To know of the love that you have for All of the Lords Missionaries and especially our son at this time is very heart warming. We are so grateful that Elder Schenk could be an Ambassador of Jesus Christ and serve the wonderful people in Brazil. All our love, Steven & Karla Schenk
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We are sorry to hear about this new concern. We just got done putting Averi to bed and when she went down, she made sure to put Britten in her prayers, asking for him to get better. That 3 year old is one of many, many prayers going out each day and night. We know he will fight through this just like he has every other obstacle up to this point. We love you all very much.
ReplyDeleteMatt, Kate, Averi, & Elle
We continue to pray for you Britten and all the people taking care of you. We love you all so much and are so strengthened by your examples.
ReplyDeleteWith all our love, David, Mary and the kids
I think most anyone who has been following your blog feels a kinship to you and Britten. Not only do we share in your concern, but also share in your faith that Heavenly Father is watching over Britten. We continue to plead daily with Heavenly Father to heal him and know many others are doing the same. Keep hanging in there!
ReplyDeleteWe send our love, Bruce and Laura
After so much progress in such a short amount of time (relatively!) its sad to hear about setbacks, but we have faith that these hurdles will be overcome by the determined Britten. Much love and daily prayers to you!!!
ReplyDeleteColleen & family
I hope Britten fever and swelling get better. Will put his name on the SL. temple roll tommorow. He is like my adopted Son. My Son who just returned from Brazil a few months ago, I heard him talking in portoguese tonight to a family in his mission. And I thought of your Son and pray someday soon he will be able to talk to all the many friends he made over there.I heard a talk today in church and the speaker was mmentioning that prayers are said here, but on the other side of the vail are fully aware of what is going on and is praying also. Thank you for your dedication of keeping us updated on Britten recovery. Patti SLC.
ReplyDeleteHang in there...he's done so well and he will overcome this one too. We're praying for him and for you.
ReplyDeleteConnie Albrechtsen and company.
We continue, as well, to pray for your son, Britten. During what we can only imagine to be a most difficult time you have managed to share strength and faith with many. May this pass quickly and may Britten grow stronger every day. Love--Evan & Coleen Merrill, Medford, Oregon
ReplyDeleteContinuamos orando por Elder Schenk. Esperamos que o mal estar e a febre sejam motivos emocionais devido a mudança de uma país para o outro. O caminho é longo, mas o Servo do Senhor vai conseguir trilhar.
ReplyDeleteMuita força Elder Schenk e família!
Abraços a todos,
Our dear Britten is in our hearts and prayers each and every day. So hard to see him have to fight through so many obstacles. And yet, in doing so, he continues to be a missionary of faith and courage who strengthens all of our testimonies. We are praying specifically for the doctors who work with Britten that they may know how to best help him and make him comfortable. And we pray for all of you that you may continue to have the strength to endure one day at a time. We love you all so much...The Stoddards
ReplyDeleteQUERIDA FAMILIA SCHENK, DESDE QUE SUPIMOS DEL ACCIDENTE DE ELDER SCHENK, SENTIMOS COMO SI FUERA ÉL TAMBIÉN NUESTRO MISIONERO, ESTAMOS EN PERÚ, PERO LA IGLESIA ES UNA SÓLA Y NOSOTROS SOMOS PARTE DE ELLA. SU AMADO HIJO, ES UN GRAN MISIONERO, USTEDES UNA GRAN FAMILIA MISIONERA, PUES CON SU EJEMPLO PREDICAN LA MANERA CORRECTA DE VIVIR EL EVANGELIO DE CRISTO, CON TOTAL FE, SIN QUEJARSE, ESPERANDO EN CRISTO, VIVIENDO MILAGROS... LES AMAMOS, ORAMOS POR USTEDES Y POR ELDER SCHENK. COMPARTO CON USTEDES UNA ESCRITURA QUE NOS HA LLENADO DE FUERZAS Y VALENTÍA EN MOMENTOS DIFÍCILES A MI FAMILIA, SE ENCUENTRA EN JOSUÉ 1:9 "Mira que te mando que te esfuerces y seas valiente; no temas ni desmayes, porque Jehová tu Dios estará contigo dondequiera que vayas".
ReplyDeleteSIEMPRE CON USTEDES, DE CORAZÓN.
We live in La Grande Oregon and want you to know that our love goes to Britten , you and your family. I follow your post daily and pray for Britten to get well and make a wonderful recovery. We pray that you will find the divine comfort from our Heavenly Father that you and your family need right now. The faith and courage you all have is an inspiration to many.
ReplyDeleteOur love goes out to you all.
You are in our prayers,
Love
The Meyer family
Steven and Karla,
ReplyDeleteZan and I have been following your posts faithfully since we heard of your son Britten's accident. It has been very emotional for us because one year ago we were in the same place you are now. My sister was in a terrible car accident with very similar head injuries as Britten's and every time I read one of your posts it is like I am right there again. There are so many ups and downs especially when you GET to stop fighting to keep them alive to watching for every little sign of recovery. It seems like they take one step forward and two steps back. You are the middle of a very hard and strange time because it is so hard to understand what the brain is doing! For weeks we talked to Julie and she talked to us and we thought that she was awake but when we ask her now she does not remember any of it. It was many weeks after her first signs of being awake, to when she was really all the way awake. I have never experienced anything like that before. Very emotional!
If I could give you one word of advise it would be to stay positive and be patient for him and for yourselves because you will yet see many wonderful miracles!
This weekend I am going with my sister to Woman's Conference. She has made an almost complete recovery and I thank my Heavenly Father everyday that she is still with us! Continue to trust in Our Heavenly Father because that is where peace will be found! May he continue to bless you and your family!
Love Zan and Tamara Bowles
My son is currently serving in Brazil. I was heartsick when I heard about your son's accident and he and your family have been in my prayers ever since. I believe in miracles and believe that you are witnessing many miracles and will continue to witness them. I'm so sorry for this setback. Your family seems so strong and also so full of faith. May God bless you all as you continue on this journey.
ReplyDelete"Não temais, tende bom ânimo. O futuro é tão brilhante quanto sua fé"-Presidente Thomas S. Monson
ReplyDeleteWish I could bring you all some good homemade chicken noodle soup and give you some hugs! You are in our prayers at all times. Sorry you have had some hard days. Hopefully some more good days are coming quickly.
ReplyDeleteWe love you all so much!
Lyle, Melanie, and Sean