It was a rather somber call today from the oncologist after she examined Mr. Shurley (Patty’s dad) again.  The tumor(s) have grown considerably faster than she imagined or expected so another round of chemo is on the way for the 91 year old.  Obviously, we were hoping for something easier on his system but this is it.  He began with his first injection today following the exam and will do so, once a week, for the first 4 weeks then after examination will go to one injection every 3 weeks.  The oncologist has stated that either the cancer or the drug will eventually end his life but she truly believes this new plan of treatment will help more than hurt.  God is in control and for that we are truly grateful.  Our balance between home/parents/and ministry continues to be a part of our lives right now but with His perfect plan, it’s all good!

The summer ministry continues going extremely well as we see kids coming to Christ in service after service.  It’s a wonderful thing, of course, and very encouraging to us.  We begin camp tomorrow in south MS and will run through Saturday morning.  We will spend Saturday night there and will lead the a.m. service on Sunday at Clear Branch Baptist Church before heading home.

I finished the last series of camps with vocal fatigue and was on vocal rest (no speaking) for 3 days.  I’m feeling “ok” right now and we’ll see what God has in store.  Pray for strength to do the work.  Lot’s of kids need to hear!

John