This is an update we can say we never wanted to write nor one that we would have ever imagined having to. Yet, we share this so that you can join us in praying for and encouraging O’Neal and Jenna Nyanje, our Missionaries in Kenya.
Over a year ago O'Neal started having back pains that were unexplained and that have continued to get worse. April and May brought severe amounts of uncontrollable pain. Not only were they in quarantine, but O'Neal was stuck on the couch and couldn’t do normal things around the house. At the beginning of June, O'Neal's pain became too great, they decided it was time to seek out a doctor who would be willing to see him. It was time to get some help with the pain and some answers. O'Neal spent a few days in the hospital having tests run and his pain managed. These were hard days. They couldn't be together. Jenna could only visit for short periods because curfew is still set in their cities.
After several tests, conversations, and second opinions, they have been given a diagnosis. Never did they imagine that back pain could be something that world turn their world upside down. O'Neal's biopsy has come back positive for a blood cancer called Multiple Myeloma.
O’Neal will start 8 weekly chemotherapy sessions on Tuesday, June 23. Pray with us as we know everyone responds differently to chemo.
O’Neal and Jenna truly believe that God is at work and will walk in faith knowing that He holds their future. In the times that it gets harder to do, they know that they have an army behind them. Thank you for praying for O'Neal and his family.
As you can imagine, expenses for O’Neal’s care will add up quickly. The Nyanje Help Fund has been set up for donations to help them prepare and to have peace of mind.
There is a Caring Bridge page that you can follow to get updates along the way.
Nyanje’s - Your Fox River family is praying! We love you!
We’re gonna see a victory
We’re gonna see a victory
For the battle belongs to you, Lord!