It is with deep sadness that I read Richard’s message about your illness Joe. You have been one of my most significant teachers on my journey with SALC and I have such a deep gratitude for your gentle and strong presence in every space I have been privileged to be in, thank you. May you be blessed in knowing how deeply you are loved by the whole of the SALC Community, I pray that the Lord holds you gently and tenderly at this time, may you be blessed and may you be well x

Dear Joe, I am holding you in my heart and in my prayers. The Light, Love, and Power of God surrounds you and upholds you during this time of trial. Thank you for everything you do to help SALC bring its gifts into our troubled world.

Joe, your creative talent and dedication has certainly contributed to my participation in SALC programs and you are instrumental in making the technology work. You have been the giver. Now is the time to receive . May you benefit from the treatments. May you find healing in the love of family and friends. May you find peace.

May healing, strength and peace be yours, special Joe. Love and a Hug, Meg

For special Joe….. Prayers for Healing, Peace, Light, Strength, Love and a Hug, Meg Oechslin, St. Albert

Dear Joe, I pray for you daily as I walk in the Ohio mornings at a nearby park. Your blessed skills in all you have brought to the programs of SALC is incredible and each and everyone of us around this beautiful earth is grateful for the beauty of your gifts. May our God, Mother Mary, and the Angels surround you and your family with healing, strength, love and peace. And may God bless the medical team as they deliver the best medical care for your healing.

Dear Joe, It’s been a long time since I’ve seen you, but the SALC bonds are strong as shown by all these beautiful messages. May the love you’ve poured out through your attentive work in so many SALC programs to so many participants over the years return to you a hundred fold and more in courage, peace, and healing.

Dear Joe, I want you to know how grateful I am for your presence in this world! You’re such a good, kind man. And your service to the SALC community–including me and our chaplains here at Eisenhower–has been invaluable. We’ve been praying for you since we learned of your diagnosis, and will continue to do so. May your medical team help you to identify what is needed; may you have access to whatever treatments you need; and may they bring about swift and effective healing. God bless you!

I am so deeply sorry to hear about Joe. I would like Joe to know that I am thinking of him and praying for him. Blessings to Joe, you, and your entire family during this time. Daraleen Shales

Praying for healing, strength, and freedom from worry as you go through your fight with cancer. Lois and I hold you in our prayers and give thanks for your friendship. May God’s peace uphold you now and in all the days to come.

God Bless you all during this difficult time Richard. Prayers for Joe and the family. Charlie

Dear Joe, I am very sorry to hear that you are ill. You are in my prayers daily. I am sending you lots of good energy and abundant blessings for healing and a return to full health. With warm best wishes, Anne Kennelly.

Joe, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Praying for love and healing.

Dear Jo With each breath May you release all fear, questions & concerns Allowing your healing to continue to happen May all involved in your care be skilled and compassionate. May you be clearly guided in all ways That support your healing in body, mind & spirit May you continue to discover an even greater sense That you are love…And are loved By me… & your family, friends May you open to experiencing unexpected joy in the the midst of this challenging time love Elle

Holding you and all of your dear ones in the light of love

Hi Joe, I was part of the Toledo, OH Anamcara Apprenticeship group over 12 years ago. During that time I was privileged to witness “up close” your kindness and compassion, coupled with tremendous skill and a deep commitment to SALC’s vision and mission. Thank you for all you do to continue this important work. I pray that you will now focus your energy and attention on your own well-being and healing. May all of the care you have shown for others be showered upon you by the SALC community.

Dear Joe, I’m so sorry to hear about your diagnosis. I want you to know that I’m thinking of you and holding you in love and peace. You have an incredible support system; we all love you and care about you.

Joe It’s a shock. And so familiar Your mom was such a close and loving friend to me She is holding you close in her mothers gentle love heart As you walk this journey. My prayers and thoughts are with you. May only goodness and love surround you Jesus in front of you Jesus behind you. Jesus beside you Jesus over you and Jesus under you love holding your hand and Jesus in your heart love Barbara

Dear Joe, Allow the immunotherapy to come into you and do its work and allow your warrior self to help it and to combat side effects and dismay. We are sending you strength and love. Pam DiDente and Tom Comerford

Dear Joe, You have been in our thoughts and prayers every day since this health ordeal began. May you rest and heal and take courage from the fact that all of us are praying for your health and recovery. Looking forward to seeing you soon. Love Brian and Michelle.