From Andy Burnett, pastor, Covington/New Orleans, LA; Laurel, MS:

After Mike Anderson underwent surgery to remove several brain tumors in November, 2007, his condition was diagnosed as inoperable.  Subsequently, he has undergone monthly chemotherapy treatments to slow the cancer.  The tumors have returned and are affecting his sight and memory.  Presently, surgeons at the Preston Robert Tish Brain Tumor Center at Duke University are reviewing Mike’s pathology slides to determine if he is a candidate for treatment at their facility.  If accepted, he will begin treatment there on June 23rd.

Mike, his wife, Beth, and their son, Aaron, are members of the Laurel, Mississippi, congregation.  They remain hopeful and are doing their part while being ever mindful that Mike’s life is in God’s hands.  Their positive example continues to be a source of strength for all of us in the congregations here.  They’ve deeply appreciated the prayers and cards from the brethren worldwide and solicit your ongoing prayers.

115 Tatum Salt Dome Rd
Lumberton, MS  39455

6/11/2008

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From Andy Burnett, pastor, Covington/New Orleans, LA; Laurel, MS:

Mike Anderson (age 53) and his wife, Beth, both of the Laurel, Mississippi congregation, request your prayers.  Mike had been experiencing dizziness, severe headaches, vision problems in his left eye and dementia for the last six months.  He was given an MRI nine days ago through which they discovered two brain tumors—one egg-sized and the other slightly smaller.  They would have operated immediately had it not been for the swelling around the affected area.

After the swelling diminished, they were able to operate Friday and remove both tumors.  The pathology report yesterday revealed that Mike has Grade 4 Astrocytoma brain cancer which is an extremely fast growing cancer.  The doctor told them that he could survive a year or more with treatment and probably about three months without any treatment.  They have decided to undergo treatment.  Despite the prognosis, Mike remains in good spirits stating that he knows his life is in God’s hands.  Please pray for God’s intervention and comfort as he, Beth, their son Aaron and family go through this trial.

115 Tatum Salt Dome Rd
Lumberton, MS  39455

11/5/2007

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