My family needs the power of prayer

[michigandeerslayer]

As most of you know,My family is going thru a very tuff time right now. I'm still unable to work because of my on going injuries from my fall of the roof. My case is tied up in court and you know how that goes. My wife is only able to work part time because she has issues with her leg from when she broke it last year, she cant stand or walk for very long, on top of the fact that she has a very bad case of carpel tunnel in her right wrist. The dr's want to do surgery on both her leg and wrist but she cant do it right now because she is the only one that can get around. We have 3 little kids at home and I have a hard time getting up and down the stairs and doing everyday stuff. It has gotten so bad that when My back flairs up I cant move or when My knee starts bothering me I cant walk. This is horrable because I'm only 33 years old.. Now you add the stress of not having any income,(except a part time check my wife gets) and the fact that we applied for state aid and we have been getting it Very little but it helps. Well we get a letter yesterday saying that some paper work wasn't filled out so they are stopping it for 3 months, so we are worried. We have done everything we had to do and they still screwed us. I have never been in such a rutt in my life, the only thing we have to keep us going is this cable that we have so we have a phone, internet and cable. Its our only connection to the outside world. Now with Christmas around the corner, Im really stressed out because of the kids and the wife. I know there are people out there that are worse then us, but this is horrable. So if you could keep my family in your holiday prayers and beyond....

I'm a faithful Christian but God is really stretching me thin in the "keep the faith department"...This has been a ruff year with my injuries and all 3 kids being in the hospital...


So if I could just ask your great group of people to keep praying for my family during these "super duper tuff time's"


Thanks and god bless you all

Rich Emmers

[spiritofthewild_06]

You've been there for me, and I will be there for you. I'll be praying for you and your family. I know this may suck, but have you checked into toys for tots? At least your kids will get gifts and it may lift a little stress off of you and your wife for getting them gifts. My wife was gonna check into it for our kids, but my pride would not let her do it. Anything you need let me know, and I will do anything in my power to help you guys out.

[Firecracker]

Check in with youre Local Church Groups, and Dept. Of Human service they usuelly have places that can help with the gifts for the Kids.( iget the paper every year, where they offer to buy the Kids gifts, so YES they do that. Dont let them LIE to you, which they will.)
Go here and they might be able to help
http://www.referweb.net/lansing/MatchList.aspx?c;;0;;;23131;Organizational/Community%20Services;Funding%20Organizations/Financial%20Services;Christmas%20Baskets

As for the paper that was *missing*, I would ask them WHAT paper was not filled out, this happend to me once, and low and behold they *found* the paper later cramped up somewhere.
Ask for youre Hearing, tell them whats going on. !!

I will keep you in prayers,, keep strong!!

[SpareTime]

Prayers sent - we've been through some tough times ourselves. Call the dept. of Human Services, ask to talk to a social worker. They've helped us our tons over the last couple of years with both of our kids in many many different ways. let them know about your situation. For the most part, everyone there is always more than willing to lend a hand, especially for the kids. Keep the faith and stay strong for the your family's sake. Tough times can be tough on everyone....including your wife and children. Give lots of hugs to all of 'em, it really helps.

[Backwoods-Savage]

Prayer sent for the whole family. Sad, but I know exactly what you are going through as I have been there. It really sucks.

However, do not think that, "God is really stretching me thin in the "keep the faith department"... This is not the work of God!!!! Believe that and believe that God can and will help. There are always other forces at work for evil and we must always fight against them. Best way to fight is with the Word of God.

In addition, think seriously about contacting your congressman; either a senator or representative. Believe it or not, they can and will help in these type of situations.

[STEINFISHSKI]

Prayers sent. Hang in there and let us know if there is anything we can do to help.

Please do ask and pray for help yourself too. There are many people and organizations nearby that would be happy to help you. Pray about it, let go of it, and have the courage to ask for what you need. You may be surprised what happens next. Use that phone all you can while it is still working.

[DaveW731]

Rich:
Keeping you and the family in prayer. Looks like you got some good practical advice as well. Let us know if there is anything else we can do.
DaveW

[fishdog9]

Prayer said and will continue to pray for you and your family. I will be the first to admit that i have been through tough times and the one true great thing is that my faith has always gotten stronger going through it. I know that doesnt pay the bills and take a way your pain, but there is ALWAYS something good that comes out of tough situation.

I would really like to see the site start up some kinda of Donation for your family. I have a few extra dollars that i would love to donate.

[wingmaster12]

please dont loose ur faith, i have seen it happen, my dad went through something liek this while we wre building our house, i was about 10, we had no place to live, me and my sisters had to share a blow up bed in a heated barn, my dad lost faith and is now just getting it back, but everything changed, he turned into an alcoholic and stuff got worse, keep the faith, keep praying, and if u need any help around ur house let me know, i am laid off right now and i would be more then willing to come and help out with anything at no cost, also if u need some venison let me know, i have plenty and would love to give u and ur family some. keep praying and god will be there

[happyhooker2]

Pm Sent to ya!!!!!!!!!!!!

[itchn2fish]

Prayers sent

[nashtrash69]

Prayer sent .You can contact the Old Newsboys they are great for helping out kids for Christmas .God Bless

[SuperTrooper]

Rich,

Prayers are sent to you and your family. I am sure God will bless you during your holiday season. Good luck and keep us posted.

[michigandeerslayer]

Thank you all for the kind words

I have been asked by a few people for my address Im not sure if I should post it, so If you would like it I can pm it to you. Im not asking for hand outs, but Im not going to turn away from help either..I do know one thing when I get back on my feet, I will be returning the kindness to people that are going thru what Im going thru


thanks again and god bless

[mi_sportsman]

Prayers and support from this end as well Rich.

[cointoss]

Rich, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Please keep the faith especially at this time of the year, God is listening.

[Ferg]

Prayers sent - I wouldn't post your address on the open forums - if you feel the need to provide to someone please do so via the PM service -


thanks Rich -

[tedshunter]

Prayers sent to you and your family. I hope you can get back on your feet soon. I know what you are going thru I been there done that myself about 5 years ago.It will get better hang in there. You might want to get ahold of the Goodfellows too since they were not mentioned. I remember them helping out my family at Christmas time with gifts for us kids.

[michigandeerslayer]

I just wanted to say thanks again to all that have sent pm's and well wish's

I never thought that life could be so ruff to one family, but we are a strong family and we keep on keeping on. Nothing will take us down, One day We will be able to look back and remember how lucky we are to have friends like you....

One day Im going to be doing something to help a family in need, Just dont know what or when But I will..


Thanks and God bless

[betrlate-]

So I'm wandering around the site looking for some faith based content, and I see that I have never visited the Sportsmen of Faith forum. Lo and behold, there's the name of a friend who I've been missing lately because I'm in such a habit of talking to/emailing daily, while we prepared for this season.

Sorry I haven't been more attentive and didn't see your post until this morning. Prayers from Nicola and I for the family and for your faith to stay strong.

I sure hope you can smile any time you think about our 2007 deer season. I know I will always be able to. You got a deer, certainly not your first. I got my first ever, then a second in the same day. My point is I owe it to you and your generosity of letting me come with you. And I thank God for the opportunity.

[booker81]

Something you may want to check out is Angel Food Ministries. I just found out about it this morning. If you contact one near you, they may be able to help you even more than the site says....

http://www.angelfoodministries.com/

http://www.angelfoodministries.com/hosts.asp

The link there will let you search by zip code.

[mi_sportsman]

This ministry is becoming pretty big and recieved by all different organizations. Even way up here, our church is envolved. Last week they delivered over 200+ meals.

[michigandeerslayer]

I have received a few cards in the mail and All I can say is thank you. Im not sure if I can say thank you enough

Thanks and God bless It means alot

[michigandeerslayer]

I have received a few cards in the mail and All I can say is thank you. Im not sure if I can say thank you enough

Thanks and God bless It means alot

Got another one

Thanks and god bless to who ever is sending them

[Erik]

You and your family are in my prayers.

[Slick fishing]

Rich I got your PM and the first chance I get I will stop by with some Grocery's, do you have kids??? Cya Slick

[michigandeerslayer]

Rich I got your PM and the first chance I get I will stop by with some Grocery's, do you have kids??? Cya Slick

Yes I have 3 boys...the one thing that they haven't taken away from us yes and I stress yet is our food allowance thanks for the generosity It means alot

[Slick fishing]

I should make it monday around 10am or so on my way to work.. Cya Slick

[michigandeerslayer]

thank you sir it means alot to my family

[Garret]

I know it's really close to Christmas and my wife and i don't have the funds to buy new things but we have many toys that the boy's have received over the years that they don't use and will not miss them one bit. They are new looking, clean and bought for our boy's. (3 yrs and 6 yrs) Nothing really extravagant but If you call me I can try to meet you somewhere on Monday to drop off some. I'll be in the Madison Heights area on Monday working till 2:30pm and heading back to Lapeer (home) after work. I can get a few together if you like. I can have my wife wrap them as well.

I'll PM you my phone number and you can call me this weekend if your interested. If not, that's okay. We send our prayers.

We've had very hard times financially as well. I would be happy to do what ever I can. I also have venison if you would like some? I'm sending a PM with my phone number.

Garret

[sweatyspartan]

PM sent...

[Slick fishing]

Rich just so you know it may be more around 10:30am on monday instead of 10am just in case you were going some were.. Cya Slick

[Michigander1]

Prayers will be send Rich to You and Yours.Always keep the faith brother.You know we will do what we can to help ya best as we can.Just get you monkey butt better.You have another test to pass ;),David

[michigandeerslayer]

Thank you guys for the blessing's, Im a firm beleiver that god only hands out what you can handle, and he must see my family as very strong:coolgleam

May god bless each and everyone of your family's

[FIJI]

"I know God will not give me anything that I cannot handle. I just wish he didn't trust me so much".

Mother Teresa

[michigandeerslayer]

"I know God will not give me anything that I cannot handle. I just wish he didn't trust me so much".

Mother Teresa

AMEN

[Slick fishing]

It was nice meeting you and your family today Rich, I hope things turn around for you soon, have faith My MS brother Merry Christmas.. Cya Slick