We're wondering if this is a certain age?

An age where those you know and care about start dropping like flies.

There's a lass in our church who became a Christian about 8 or 9 years ago. She's kind of small and a little un-noticeable, but really caught hold of God in her own quiet way. Within just a couple of years she'd stand up in front of several hundred people to bring a prophetic word, and yet also had a kind and serving heart.

At the weekend she was in considerable pain, and very unwell. On Monday a doctor visited and had her transferred quickly to hospital. I understand that she is drifting in and out of consciousness, and blood tests have shown an elevated white cell count, though by how much I don't know.

So if you have a little time to spare, please pray for Julie, with her husband John and children Claire and Martin.