Let us pray...

Father God,
Calm our hearts so we can hear You. Speak to us so we can know Your will. Open our eyes so we can see Your way, open our ears so we will listen.
Cassidy is in a lot of pain, her tumor is getting bigger and bigger, and her fever is still over 38c. We know the surgery will take away the tumor that is causing all the pain and we also know that the surgery should be done soon. But we also know that Cassidy needs to be at best condition possible to endure such a big surgery and for good recovery. Will she be well enough this Thursday to have the surgery? God, are You preventing the surgery this Thursday or do You have another plan for us? The doctor from Ottawa called us back and offered to talk to Cassidy's surgeon directly about her surgery, should we take that offer and think again about the surgery? Teach us how to think and what to decide.

God, help Carmen and Andy to have good communications and let them see clearly your guidance in all matters. Please help them in their mutual decisions on Cassidy's medication; on whether to bring Cassidy back to the hospital for the fever; on whether to continue to find new alternate treatments; and etc....... God there are so many voices but please help Carmen and Andy to hear only YOURS.

The hospital seems to be concerned if Cassidy will miss this week's surgery date again, but God if it is not Your will, please do not let Cassidy be rushed into surgery just to beat a booking. But if it is Your will, Lord, please help Cassidy to have the strongest body to beat all odds, and bring her through everything smoothly and painlessly.

Cassidy will see yet another new Chinese doctor this afternoon, it is the first time for her to see him, we don't know if that's any help. God if it is Your will, please give wisdom to this doctor to lower Cassidy's fever right away, but if it is not Your will, please make this doctor honest to tell Carmen and Andy the truth and make him give the best suggestion to them.

Cassidy's been having this fever on and off for over a week now, her body is weaken by it and her tumor is strengthen by lack of relevant treatments. God we ask, in the Name of Christ Jesus our Lord, that You shatter all evil power that is hindering Cassidy's treatment or interfering the communications of Carmen and Andy and the well-being of their family. May Your will be done in the Sheng's family and may all the glories be to You.

In the Name of Our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen.

Update as of July 26, 2007 @ 11:00pm

Chemotherapy was called off at the last minute, for the doctor thinks that there may not be enough time for Cassidy to recuperate after treatment and be ready for next week's surgery. She has been sent home this evening to rest. There will be NO VISITING of Cassidy until further notice, we ask for your understanding and cooperation.

> Cassidy is still having her fevers on and off, pray that she recovers from her fever, cold and coughs.

> Due to no treatment in last few weeks, Cassidy's tumor seems to have grown a bit and the swelling has increased. Pray for God's guidance and extra protection in this coming week as she gets ready for surgery.

> Cassidy is experiencing more intense pain in her leg with the enlarging tumor and associate swelling, she now uses ice-packs to numb out the pain. Pray for God to take away the pain if He wills and pray for Cassidy's strength and endurance in this coming week.

> Pray for Carmen & Andy to continue to heed to God's voice and walk on with Cassidy in complete trust in the Lord Jesus. Pray that the comforts and peace of God may strengthen them all the way through. Pray also for the health of the overall Sheng's family as they walk through this special journey with Cassidy.

Surgery Postponed!

> Cassidy is still having some cough and cold, and her fever seems to be back and forth in the last couple of days. And the doctor has decided to move her surgery to next Thursday August 2 at 6:00am. So pray that Cassidy gets well and stay healthy all the way through to surgery day.

> Pray that the surgery time be moved, if God is willing, to better hours so that we don't need to wait Cassidy up at 4am to go to the hospital.

> Doctor plans to administer another dose of Chemo before surgery due to increased swelling in her leg. Pray for God's timing and wisdom in this. (see details)

> Carmen might have caught Cassidy's cold or flu, pray that she gets enough rests and stay healthy to care for Cassidy and her family.

> If God is deterring surgery, pray that His will be revealed to us and the medical team to decide for the best for Cassidy.

> The prayer meeting is still on tomorrow night and it will commence at 6:30pm at BTBC.

Fever Subsided

Praise the Lord! With the blood transfusion and medication, Cassidy's fever has subsided. However she is still suffering from a little cold and coughs. Please pray for a speedy recovery.

A special prayer meeting is set for this Wednesday 6:30pm at Bridle Trail Baptist Church. We will specifically pray for Cassidy's Friday surgery. All are welcome to come pray with us, pass your encouragement to Andy and Carmen or just come to show your support to cheer them on as they prepare for this big event.

Transfusion started this afternoon.

> Cassidy is having a low red blood condition and a blood transfusion has been ordered this afternoon. Please pray that Cassidy react well to the transfusion blood and recover from the low hemoglobin condition.

> Pray for God to grant wisdom to the medical team to find out the source of the problem and provide best treatment to Cassidy.

> Pray for Carmen and Andy's strength and peace in their hearts.

Prayer to kick the fever.

> Cassidy is still having a fever at just over 39c. Little fevers for her neutropenia condition are quite a concern. Her parents are now bringing her back to SickKids to get checked out. Please pray for their smooth traveling back and forth.

> Let us drop whatever we're doing for a minute now and say a prayer for Cassidy to kick the fever off.

Surgery Confirmed!!

> Cassidy will have her Rotationplasty surgery on Friday July 27 @ 9:00am. Pls pray for smooth surgery, minimal pain and speedy recovery.

> Cassidy was having fever at 39c last night, pray that her fever subsides in the morning.

> Also pray for Cassidy to have good health condition all through the week and through surgery.

> Continue to pray for the Sheng family's strong faith in God's guidance and to find peace and comfort in our Lord Jesus Christ.

> Pray for a nice and peaceful weekend for the Sheng family to rest and bond in minds and spirit to be ready for Cassidy's big day next week.

Blood work came back ok.

The blood work shows improvement of Cassidy's Neutropenia condition. Just her platelet and red blood are a little low. Pray that she continues to build up her body and stay strong all throughout treatment.

A Busy Week Ahead!!!

Happy Monday everybody!

> Cassidy had a slight fever (38c) over the weekend, but praise God the fever has subsided.

> Cassidy is due back to SickKids tomorrow for MRI & BloodTests, then more tests on Wednesday and Thursday. Pray for their traveling back and forth the hospital.

> Continue to pray for Cassidy's neutropenia condition. Pray that her vital signs reach and remain at desirable levels.

> Many caring friends and brothers/sisters suggested us to seek Second Opinion regarding making the decision for Cassidy's surgery option, and we are starting to hear back from Oncologists from afar, we are now actively seeking Second Opinions from more specialists before a final decision is made. Pray that God guide us onto only the paths that He has planned for us and grant us wisdom to understand His guidance and willingness to submit to Him.

Additional Items: July 13, 2007 @ 2:30am

> Cassidy's blood counts are extremely low, her immune system is at a very low level. Pray that her counts continue to climb back to a normal level as she rests at home until further tests next week.

> Cassidy seems to have accepted the Rotationplasty option of surgery, Carmen will try to discuss with her again to confirm that she is clear about all the details with this option before replying to the doctor. Pray that Carmen and Cassidy have the opportunity to keenly and honestly discuss the issue in divine guidance.

> If surgery is really moved up from August to July, pray that Cassidy's body is strong enough to prep for surgery and that all arrangements go smoothly.

> Pray of unity amongst the Sheng family, especially strength and support in all aspects between Andy and Carmen.

> Pray that we can all submit to God's sovereignty in any paths that He leads us on to.

Prayer Items as of July 10, 2007

> Cassidy has met with a girl at the hospital who had Rotationplasty done. Pray that God will guide Cassidy to think through the information she heard from the surgeon and to have wisdom from God to understand and express her feelings and preference about her surgery.

> The "Growing Prosthesis" Repiphysis option was discussed with the surgeon who has done the procedure once a year ago. He prefers Rotationplasty over Repiphysis, however, seems to be a personal preference. Pray for God's guidance in our communications with a surgeon in Ottawa with more Repiphysis experience in search of a second opinion and possibly arrangement for Cassidy to have her surgery done either in Ottawa or by the Ottawa surgeon.

> Continue to pray for Carmen and Andy to recognize God's guidance in making this life-long decision for Cassidy.

> Pray for the overall physical; emotional as well as spiritual health and strength for the Sheng Family.

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Just Pray!

By the request and suggestion of some concerned brothers and sisters, due to the reason that some of those who are diligently praying for Cassidy and her family are from all around the world and may not know our circle of friends personally, the regular Blogg posting may confused them because Dr. Jesse would sometimes refer to people by the names known to local circle only. Therefore, this new Prayer page is made for those who would like to just see the updated prayer needs of the Sheng Family so they can pray more specific prayers for them.

So feel free to pass this site onto more prayer buddies to effect a greater prayer power. Thus the name of this new site "PowerPray.blogspot.com"