Abstract

Eleven years ago my husband, Phillip, was admitted to the hospital with complications of undiagnosed diabetes. Within hours his physician, a fellow church member, informed me that he was critically ill and suggested that I get his affairs in order. He then asked if he could contact our church and add Phillip to the prayer list. A support network was set up not only for Phillip, but also for me and our young children. Prayers, visits, and phone calls came quickly; although not directly involved in Phillip’s care, hospital staff visited us frequently during the long hours spent in the waiting room.