Donor Request
Dear Saints,
Of all people it seems true that we are most blessed to have in our possession the fullness of the Gospel of Jesus Christ and the evidence of truth and Spirit that accompanies it, bringing forth very great testimony among us of God’s love and His continual watch over us and His willingness to guide and direct throughout the course of our lives. His Gospel confirms our need to live by faith in Him as we live through the trials, as well as the joys of life with the calling to persevere to the end of this probationary time, ready to step further into life eternal to meet Him face to face.
Most of us, if not all, will at some point face difficult decisions and perhaps needs that seem too great to face alone. I believe there is a principle at work here, designed of God, to both bring us closer to Him as well as to bring us closer to one another.
The purpose of this letter is to bring to your attention one such need. A need that uniquely extends beyond the boundary of a single Branch of His Church, to appeal to the greater number overall.
One of our elders at South Crysler Restoration Branch, Paul Davis and his wife Lynette, are well loved and known among the Restoration Saints. Brother Paul has been physically ill for some time with complications associated with liver disease. This has grown worse over time. Though there have been many noticeable blessings along the way to indicate God’s presence and encouragement to Paul and Lynette, still his doctors have recently recommended that he search out a possible liver donor. He has need to have liver transplant surgery.
Paul has understandably been strongly hesitant to make this request known. After much thought and prayer, he has agreed to allow me as his pastor, to send out a request among the saints in search of one whose circumstances in life might allow consideration of being such a donor.
Any study of the complexity of any part of our physical existence certainly points to God. Only a Divine Creator could bring into existence life as we have it. We can only stand in awe of His Design. Though living in the latter days brings its share of unique concerns for mankind, it also allows us to make use of God given advancement of knowledge, another Gift to the world. He holds nothing back and indeed has encouraged us in seeking the truth of all things physical as well as spiritual. Within our physical makeup, each organ is unique and complex beyond our understanding. In learning more about this process associated with a liver transplant, it seems to us to be extremely interesting that for the donor, only a portion of the liver is removed......and grows back to its original capacity within approximately 8 weeks’ time. Almost as if it’s meant to be used in this way, no other
organ within us has this unique ability to return so quickly to its original form. And of course, that portion of the liver that is given has tremendous capacity within it to revive the troubled organ of the one in need.
organ within us has this unique ability to return so quickly to its original form. And of course, that portion of the liver that is given has tremendous capacity within it to revive the troubled organ of the one in need.
Paul’s faith, as well as that within most all the saints, is in the love and power of He who created us. Our God is all powerful. Our God heals.....on occasion within a minute’s time....sometimes over the course of days and years. Sometimes by way of His invisible Spirit. Sometimes by the combined efforts of heaven and earth. He heals.
In light of God’s gifts in life, I now make the request known. Could it be that there is one among us who would make the sacrifice to literally offer a portion of themselves to this specific need? A brief description of the requirements is listed below.
Along with the consideration of this search for a donor remains our request for continued prayer for Paul’s strength, for God’s guidance and direction to his mind and for peace to continue to prevail within Paul and Lynette’s heart, home and family.
Should it be that after such thought and prayer you would like to investigate this possibility further, please get in touch with myself, or anyone you may know within the South Crysler Restoration Branch, to convey your interest. We will see to it that proper follow-up connections are made.
It is with sincere and heartfelt appreciation that I thank each of you deeply, for your
prayerful consideration of this matter.
With Sincere Appreciation,
Scott Nixon
pastor – South Crysler Restoration Branch
jsnixon916@gmail.com
Brief Overview of Primary Living Liver Donor Requirements:
- Would need to have type A or type O blood (to match Paul’s blood type)
- Would need to be aged 18 to 55.
- Must have excellent physical and mental health
- Must weigh under 200 lbs.
- Must have the time available for medical evaluation and recovery from surgery.
Please also note that all donor medical costs would be covered by Paul’s insurance.
prayerful consideration of this matter.
With Sincere Appreciation,
Scott Nixon
pastor – South Crysler Restoration Branch
jsnixon916@gmail.com
Brief Overview of Primary Living Liver Donor Requirements:
- Would need to have type A or type O blood (to match Paul’s blood type)
- Would need to be aged 18 to 55.
- Must have excellent physical and mental health
- Must weigh under 200 lbs.
- Must have the time available for medical evaluation and recovery from surgery.
Please also note that all donor medical costs would be covered by Paul’s insurance.
