From Stan Botha, elder, Cape Town, South Africa:

Patrick Bartnicke has recovered from the operation which removed a tumour from his spine. He has Huntington's disease but started to walk again with the help of a walking frame and is back attending church. He also attended Leadership Training class last Sunday. His family and the Cape Town congregation are all very encouraged. He now looks forward to attending the Feast of Tabernacles. The Bartnicke family would like to express their deep gratitude for the many cards and messages received but especially the prayers of their faithful brethren.

7/7/2005

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From Stan Botha, elder, Cape Town, South Africa:

Doctors have discovered that the paralysis in Patricke Bartnicke’s legs is unrelated to the Huntington’s disease. They discovered a malignant tumour on his spine which is causing the paralysis and other problems. Initially the doctors felt they could correct this by removing the growth but are having second thoughts. He will, however, be operated on this coming Thursday (May 26).

5/24/2005

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From Stan Botha, elder, Cape Town, South Africa:

Please continue to pray that God in His mercy will intervene for Patrick and the Bartnicke family. His condition continues to deteriorate and his wife is finding it more and more difficult to cope with both his condition and that of their mentally handicapped son, Ashley.

5/17/2005

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From Stan Botha, elder, Cape Town, South Africa:

Your continued prayers are requested for Patrick Bartnicke from Cape Town, South Africa. As previously reported Patrick suffers from Huntington's disease. He has deteriorated noticeably and can no longer attend church. This is particularly hard for both him and his wife Bernie who never miss Sabbath services. Please also pray for their 28 year old son who requires 24 hours a day care. Since a young boy he has suffered seizures daily.

7 Elm Street
Ottery, Cape Town
7800
SOUTH AFRICA

1/28/2005

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From Stan Botha, elder, Cape Town, South Africa:

Please pray that God in His mercy will heal Patrick Bartnicke. He is suffering from Huntington's Chorea, an inherited neurodegenerative disorder caused by a faulty gene. The faulty gene causes damage to the nerve cells of the brain leading to deterioration of the physical, emotional and mental processes. Patrick is now 52 years old and can no longer hold down a job. He is experiencing difficulty with both his speech and movements. He and his wife have 3 children who all stand a 50% chance of inheriting the faulty gene for which there is no human cure.

7 Elm Street
Ottery
Cape Town, 7800
South Africa

e-mail: bartnicke@absamail.co.za

1/9/2004

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