Chris Leidhecker

Church,

Some of you may have met Chris and Corinne Leidhecker, who are very dear friends of Abi and Quentin Flowers, and have worshipped with us here at Vine Street on several occasions.

Back in October, Chris was diagnosed with metastatic high-grade neuroendocrine carcinoma (small cell type) currently in his liver, colon, pancreas, and several lymph nodes in the area.

Chris has been sharing his treatment updates here

He just finished his third round of chemo. His blood labs have shown improvement in the last few weeks, and a recent CT scan showed continued shrinkage of the tumors in his liver. He will continue to pursue additional rounds of chemo.

Please hold him and Corinne in your prayers as he begins another round of chemo.

In Peace,

Prayer Request

Church,

Please hold in prayer Tina Stanley, the sister-in-law of Betsy Von Dohlen, who is experiencing another crisis in her cancer journey. May she feel held in God’s care as she navigates this hardship. We join her friends and family in our petitions for peace and healing,

Reverend Cherisna Jean-Marie

Church,

Please keep Reverend Cherisna Jean-Marie, Dean of the Disciples Divinity House at Vanderbilt, in your prayers.

Yesterday, she was involved in a serious car accident when a drunk driver struck her vehicle head-on. Her medical tests and x-rays came back normal, thank God. She is experiencing significant soreness but remains in stable condition.

We give thanks that her mother and brother were already present and are providing care and support during this time.

May she experience the healing presence of God as her recovery continues.

Pat Cole

Church,

Last weekend, Pat Cole took a fall and injured her left knee. Thankfully, there are no broken bones, but she is dealing with significant pain and swelling from a deep bruise. Please keep Pat in your prayers for healing and comfort—and for Ed as he supports her during recovery.

The Family of Larry Adams

Church,

Larry Adams asks for prayers for his niece, Holly and her husband Michael. Holly is expecting twins this April, but at her last appointment, learned that the doctor could only hear one heartbeat. Larry is praying fervently for them and asks that the Vine Street family join him. Please lift up prayers for Larry’s brother, John, as well as Holly and Michael.

With sighs too deep for words to express, we hold them close.

Judi Sachs

Church,

Please keep Judi Sachs in your prayers as she recently received some difficult news: her existing tumors have grown by 8mm, and a third tumor has now been identified. Thankfully, none of the tumors have spread to any major organs at this time.

Judi welcomes and deeply appreciates your continued prayers for strength, healing, and peace during this challenging season.

In prayer,

The Delk Family

Church,

Please hold in prayer Mary Jayne Jones and Fay Delk, as they grieve the loss of their brother, James Vernon Delk. James passed away on Monday and is also survived by his wife, Kathryn, their three children and six grandchildren. The funeral will be held tomorrow at Whitwell Memorial Funeral Home.

We hold Mary Jayne and Fay close this weekend as they celebrate their brother, James.

The Cole Family

Church,

Please hold in your prayers Ed, Pat and the entire Cole family as they grieve the loss of Ed’s sister-in-law, Susan Cole. She and her husband, Ed’s brother Dennis, lived in Vancouver, Washington. Ed and Pat were fortunate to be at her bedside during her passing. Although she had Parkinson’s, she was very much alive during their current visit in the Pacific Northwest, and her passing came as a shock to the family. We will keep their family close as they grieve such an expected loss.

Lester McNatt

Please pray for Lester McNatt as he will have outpatient surgery on Wednesday, July 2.  He anticipates being able to go home the same day.

Liz Ligon Papapietro

On Wednesday evening, a dear soul and former member of Vine Street, Liz Ligon Papapietro, passed away from pancreatic cancer. She is survived by her husband, Claudio Papapietro, and their five-year-old daughter, Violeta. Liz was the daughter of Bob and Caroline Ligon, and the sister of Michael Ligon and his wife, Sarah Ligon.

Please hold Liz’s family in your prayers during this heartbreaking time. If you would like to contribute to help offset healthcare costs for the family, you may do so here.

Julia Callaway

Julia Callaway is hospitalized. She is undergoing some tests and she’s being monitored during a transition in heart medications. We hope with her that she’ll be able to return home after the weekend. Thank you for your prayers.

Suzanne Rainwater

Please remember Betsy Von Dohlen’s sister, Suzanne Rainwater in your prayers. She will undergo some medical tests this week.

Elliston Bryce Kavoosifar

Elliston Bryce Kavoosifar was born on April 2, 2025. Elliston is the brother of Eva and Lily, and Caitlin and Cameron are their happy parents. Congratulations!

A note from Linda Brandau

Tarpley family

Sara and David Tarpley ask for prayers for their eleven-year-old granddaughter Drew Tarpley; she is at Vanderbilt Children's Hospital having surgery for an infected shoulder joint.

Sara Harwell memorial service

The memorial service for Sara Harwell will be on Sunday, March 30, at 3pm, at Vine Street Christian Church. Visitation will begin at 2pm, and following the service, there will be a reception in Fellowship Hall.

Sara Harwell

Sara Harwell died in her sleep in the early hours of February 27, likely from complications from Parkinson’s. Sara is the sister of Julia Shipp and sister-in-law of Mike Shipp. Please pray for them and Sara’s brother Joey as they mourn her sudden death. Sara, a long-time friend of Vine Street Christian Church, was 70 years old.

Two concerns

Lester McNatt’s brother Wayne had a surgical procedure this morning to improve circulation in his right foot. He had to have his left foot amputated a few years back due to complications from diabetes. We join him and his family in the hope that this surgery will lead to promising results.

Alex Brandau’s funeral will be on Friday, February 21, 2025, at 11am at Vine Street Christian Church, with visitation and reception in Fellowship Hall following the service. The family will gather earlier that morning for the burial in Middle Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery. Thank you for continuing to surround Linda and the family with your care and prayers.

Alex Brandau

Alex Brandau died this morning at Richland Place. Linda was with him. Thank you for continuing to surround her and all who love Alex with your prayers. Once funeral arrangements have been confirmed, we will share the details.

Wednesday prayers

David Goin’s sister, Emily Quarles, has been hospitalized in Kentucky. She is undergoing testing to determine if she suffered a stroke. Thank you for keeping her and her family in your prayers.