April 19, 2020 · from Lesley’s original CaringBridge journal
So my doctor just came in and informed me that one of the staff on our unit just tested positive for COVID-19. I won’t lie, I’m scared. I have NO way of fighting that off. My body can’t even heal a small ulcer right now. They are going to retest us. Please pray for all of the staff and patients on our unit. Pray we are negative and that God protects all us vulnerable people right now.
Comments from CaringBridge
Gina Shealy — 4/20/20
Lord of all, you know the concerns that Lesley and every person on that floor and in that hospital have… please hear our prayer and protect Lesley and each one totally from this virus… we know you are our Great Protector and our Great Healer.. please work and move in your ways. We trust you because over and over again you have been so faithful. You are worthy of praise, Lord Jesus!
Judy Rogers — 4/19/20
Entreating the Great Physician to put a hedge about you & all patients and staff! We are ALL entirely reliant on our sovereign God, just more aware of it when in a weakened state!! May He protect you & your family!
Traci (Parker) Chapman — 4/19/20
Continued prayers for you, the staff and your family, as well as other patients. May God place His hands of comfort, healing and protection during these difficult times. I’m sure it’s hard being there without family, but know your Heavenly Father is with you the whole way through. God Bless you all.
Emilee Frincke — 4/19/20
Hi Lesley, I don’t expect you to put my name and face together, but I remember you so well from the time that you and your Mom and baby Gus were worshiping with us at West Hills P C in Knoxville. A prayer request came from the church this past week. I have wondered about how you are. I am saddened to learn the latest developments, but I will be praying for you. You trust God and know and believe that he is in control. Aren’t we who know Him blessed!!! I care! Emilee Frincke
Delores Brooks — 4/19/20
Praying. The Good Shepherd is watching his sheep. Love you.
Becky Holton — 4/19/20
Praying you and your entire unit are kept safe from this virus! Sending love and hugs.
Lynn Rowland — 4/19/20
Praying for you!!!
Ondra Lee — 4/19/20
Praying for you! 😘
Renee Shelfer — 4/19/20
Lesley, my thoughts and prayers are still coming your way. God, please wrap your healing arms around Lesley and the other patients and caregivers to protect them from this disease. In your name we pray. Amen.
Renee’ Tew — 4/19/20
Lesley, my husband and I are in prayer for all of you!!! We pray for Gods protection for everyone!!!!!! We know that He is in control, but sometimes the enemy likes to makes us wonder what the heck is happening!!! Chin up! No joy stealers!!!! God bless you Lesley and we are praying for peace for Marsh and the boys! Love you my friend, Renee’
Nancy Mitchell — 4/19/20
Praying for protection, health and safety!
Krista Shook — 4/19/20
Joining you in prayer – for peace, safety, and wholeness for you, the patients, and staff.
Kreg Bryan — 4/19/20
Bryans are praying. Now.
Marian Pirtle — 4/19/20
Oh no! Praying for everybody! Y’all stay safe!
Patti Garretson — 4/19/20
Oh Lesley, I know that is frightening for everyone in that unit. I know personally how absolutely vulnerable all of you are. I am praying for all of you and the staff. I also know how bad Dr. Kota hates to have to tell any of you this. He is such a compassionate man. We were so thankful God put us in his hands.
cindy peed — 4/19/20
Lesley, we were so sorry to hear that one of the staff was tested positive. We are praying for Gods protection around you and for The Holy Spirit to give you His perfect peace. We love you!
Mary Peters — 4/19/20
Praying now!!! That your providers and hall mates and you won’t have/get it!
Elizabeth Messer — 4/19/20
Praying, Praying, Praying for you and all those on that unit!
Cathy Del Toro — 4/19/20
Praying, praying and PRAYING!
Emily Johnson — 4/19/20
🙏 We surely will. The IPC men are praying for you Tues mornings… on Zoom 😳 We love you, gal 😘
Rebecca Gibbs — 4/19/20
I am praying for a hedge of protection around you, the other patients, and the rest of the staff. Our Father can wipe this away like dust off a shelf. I am also praying for peace for your worried mind. The enemy will take great advantage of this moment. 🙏❤
Carrie Sanders — 4/19/20
Prayers, prayers, PRAYING REALLY, REALLY HARD
alan motter — 4/19/20
OMG, please let Lesley test negative and her staff too
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