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August
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Christy
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I have
sent out the word to our church pastors and church friends to pray for
Ben. Be encouraged that there are many people here is Columbus praying
for your family. We love you all dearly.
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Through
our "Sheltering Trees" email prayer group, I've come to know Hanna and
her family and now yours. I just read your update and pray for God's
guidance and assurance in your decision regarding Ben's possible
surgery. I cannot begin to imagine how difficult this must be for you
guys. Please be assured of my continued prayers and sacrifices during
this most critical time. Peace, love and many blessings, ~Jane
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August
10, 2004 |
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mike
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Hi tom
,jennifer,eli and big ben. Im sorry to hear about bens bleeding and the
decision you have to make for another operation. Tom and Jen know we are
all praying for your family daily, and thank you for being there for all
the familys whos children are suffering. Youv"e helped thousands of
people realize what children everyday are going through with this
terrible illness. tom and jennifer we all owe you a debt of gratitude
for being there for Karley ,Hanna, and all the children and parents your
family supported through there ordeal while all along your going through
your own. This is a testiment of the love and faith your family has
toward humanity. God bless you Tom Jennifer, Eli and Ben. sorry to hear
about hanna ,lets all pray for her family. thanks Karleys grandad
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Since
this all began I check up on Big Ben every morning when I get to work.
Usually I am sitting here trying hard not to cry. I have never signed
the guestbook before because I have never known exactly what to say. I
want you to know that you both inspire me to be the parent you guys are
to Ben and Eli. I have two children and I hug and love on them more
every day because as you guys well know you never know what the next day
will hold. I am praying for you during this difficult time as you decide
what to do about Ben's bleed. My heart aches also for Hanna's family.
She is such a beautiful little girl. I also pray for Eli as I am sure he
is heartbroken over the loss of his "girl". I pray that Ben will keep
his AMAZING smile through all of the tough times ahead. I BELIEVE.
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August
10, 2004 |
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John
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We have
been praying for you. I am one of the pastors at Alan and Christy's
church here in Ohio. We have been in small group with them when they
first introduced your story. Phil. 1:6
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August
10, 2004 |
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Mary
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“…Yet
this I call to mind and therefore I have hope: Because of the Lord’s
great love we are not consumed, for HIS compassions never fail. They are
new every morning; great is HIS faithfulness …” (Lamentations 3:21-23)
Just a reminder that we are standing with you ... firmly believing that
God is able ... trusting that He is holding you and enabling you to get
through 'this day' ... confident that His grace is sufficient ...
praying for your focus to somehow, in the midst of this battle, stay on
the one who is able to do abundantly more than we ask or imagine ...
Much love from our household to yours -- covering you with prayers for
peace that passes all understanding to guard your hearts and minds ...
Mary Ellen - one day at a time The chorus of this song keeps coming to
mind > Because He lives, I can face tomorrow, Because He lives all fear
is gone; because I know - HE holds the future - and life is worth the
living just because HE lives ...
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August
10, 2004 |
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Darlene
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Father
God in Heaven, you said to ask and it will be done. If it by Thy will, I
ask that you heal Benjamin. What a precious gift you have given to Tom
and Jennifer. We thank you, Father for Eli and for Ben. God, I ask that
you cover the Bowens with grace and comfort during this difficult time
of decisions while their hearts are broken for the death of Hannah.
Lord, though others hurt, I rejoice in the fact that Hannah no longer
suffers and she is sitting in your lap. I ask that you give her family a
peace and a comfort that we on earth could never do. I love you, Jesus
and I believe God, as I know the Bowens do. I ask this in your precious
and holy name, Amen. Tom and Jennifer, I will continue to pray for you,
please keep us posted on the decisions you make for sweet little Ben. I
know that God will take care of him. Know that you have touched
thousands of people who now love you. God bless and God speed. Darlene
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God hears
our prayers. Big Ben's prayer request was lifted to our heavenly Father
this morning. I want you to know that I found this web page from
KLOVE.COM and my heart broke when I saw the news on Hanna. God can
perform a miracle and take away that tumor. Thanks for sharing this
website it is an inspiration to me. I am praying for Ben everyday.
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August
10, 2004 |
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brett
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hello
bowen family, i read your updates this morning and we will continue to
pray for Father's wisdom and peace in the midst of these difficult
times. i hope you are experiencing Father's comfort, His love and His
acceptence. don't know if you heard that josh & lauren mis-carried this
past weekend, please keep them in your prayers, they are doing well but
i know are hurting a little. i was in indiana this past weekend to sing
at a cousin's wedding and heard that clair tatom was coming home for a
parade/fund raiser (what an impact that little girl and family has had
in that small town). i talked to my aunt (clair's grandmother) saturday
night she was so thankful for your ministry to them. their whole church
continues to pray for you. your family is such a blessing to so many.
love and miss you all, we pray every day for you. in Father's arms,
brett
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August
10, 2004 |
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Candy
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Just
wanted to send you prayers from Indiana. Your faith in God will get you
through what ever you two decide for Ben. You are such an insperation
for Me and many others that face this nasty diease. Give Ben a hug from
an grandmother in Indiana. Your in our hearts and on our minds. We are
forever in HIS hands, so don't give up or give in. Loving you in
Indiana. Paul and Candy
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August
10, 2004 |
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Melissa
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Ben, Eli,
Tom and Jennifer, Praying for all of you to have the strength you need
during this difficult time. You have all touched so many lives and I
know they are all praying for you. Your faith and love shine through
even though I have never met you. My prayers are also with Hanna's
family. My heart aches for them.
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August
10, 2004 |
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Step Tagg
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Tom,
Jennifer, Eli & Ben - My heart ached when I read about Ben's bleed. He
just looks so healthy - it is hard to imagine that something is wrong. I
pray for all of you. I know it has been a hard week for all of you -
Please stay strong and keep believing. I know Ben can pull through! -
Step
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August
10, 2004 |
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Tom, I
remember your strength, wit, intelligence and fantastic humor from the
old high school days. But most of all I was impressed with your faith in
God and not being embarrassed to talk about it to other teenagers. I am
so warmed to see your great smile is being carried through by Ben. Your
beautiful family is a true blessing. So please take with you that so
many people are growing their faith from you. That these people's faith
is spending stronger and faster than any disease ever could. I will hold
my son closer and more often because of Ben.
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You have
a beautiful family, that I know God has blessed and will continue to
keep safe. I just wanted to let you know that my thoughts and prayers
are with you and your family through this journey. Susan Hentz, Mike and
Kerin's sister
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August
10, 2004 |
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teresa
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my
prayers are with you ben i know god can touch you little one may god
bless you and your family teresa
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August
10, 2004 |
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Crystal
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Tom and
Jen: Pray, pray without ceasing. You need to pray over your decision.
You WILL be making the right decision because you are living out God's
Will. Pray for wisdom and guidance. God will surely give you what you
need! I will pray for this unfathomable decision you are faced with. God
answers all prayers and provides his divine guidance...all you need to
do is ask! I will pray for your entire family and the doctors involved.
Ben is in the best hands, HIS hands! Love and faith from Fresno CA, The
Perkins Family
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August
10, 2004 |
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Anissa
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Ashland
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My heart
and prayers are with you on this decision that has come before you. I
pray that God heal little Ben and be with Hannas' family in this
difficult time. I also pray that God gives you the strength and wisdom.
I am adding Ben and family and Hannas' family to our prayer request at
Oakland Ave Baptist Church. We all will be praying for you! In Gods
Love, Anissa
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August
10, 2004 |
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Michelle
Lyons |
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Sparks
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I am
praying for all of you and have forwarded this on to other to pray as
well. I don't even know what to say, your faith is absolutely AMAZING,
it's easy to be there when things are good, but it's there when it
counts......through extreme trial. Thank God for his mercy and grace and
his Son, Jesus.
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August
10, 2004 |
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Scott &
Sherri Springer |
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Cinci
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None of
this makes sense to our human mind. Asking Jesus for His strength and
power to be all around you today. Keep on....we love you guys! Scott &
Sherri <><
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August
10, 2004 |
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We are
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I know, I
trust, I pray I believe.....May the Lord continue to give you the
strength and courage needed to face the challenging days ahead. Your
faith and strength amaze me!! Please know that we are praying for God's
healing mercy for "Big Ben". Each of you are in our prayers. Eli...One
day my little boy Beckets wants to paint with you. God's grace is devine
and his plan will be followed. I know you must be ready to collapse--but
I also know you believe God will never give you more than you can
handle. May you find comfort in knowing how many people you have touched
and continue to touch. Believing.....Keri
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August
10, 2004 |
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Kim Cross
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Greenfield |
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Indiana
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August
10, 2004 |
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Kim Cross
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Greenfield |
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Indiana
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Hello!
Please know that Ben and your family our in my prayers. My 29 month old
son, Cory has been battling AT/RT since 02/03. He is currently part of a
Clinical Trial @ Children's Memorial in Chicago and is doing very well!
Keep your faith and never give up hope! Now that I have Ben's website, I
will be checking it daily! Best of Luck to Ben and all of you! Love &
God Bless, Kim, Cory and Big Brother Conner!
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August
10, 2004 |
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Teresa
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annah99@aol.com |
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Shreveport |
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Many
prayers are bombarding heaven in your behalf...and God knows where you
are and what you are facing. He must be smiling at what faithful
warriors you are, even in your tired,weary,scared state. I am so
thankful that we can cry out with those honest emotions and it does not
shake nor offend our Father. I pray that you and Jennifer feel his hand
holding your hand today. In prayer, Teresa
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Tom,
Jennifer, Eli & Ben, Just letting you know that you are all in my
thoughts and prayers all day, every day. As you go through the loss of a
dear friend, Hanna, and as you battle for your own son's life and making
very difficult decisions know that there are thousands of people praying
for you all over the world. We will certainly be lifting you up in
prayer on Thursday and will be checking often for updates. Love and
prayers, Deb Eissens
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