🙏 Even Jesus Stepped Away to Pray… Will You? | May Hope Team Newsletter

 

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May 2026

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Prayer Requests

Xiaoyu â€” Battling lymphoma. Pray for healing, strength, provision, and peace for her and her family.

Anonymous â€” Pray for her husband facing blood cancer and another serious illness. Asking for strength, peace, and understanding for their family, especially their son who is autistic.

Henrick â€” Pray for provision and guidance as he prepares for marriage and navigates financial challenges.

Nicole â€” Pray for healing and strength as she undergoes treatment for a spreading brain tumor, facing seizures and mobility issues.

Anonymous â€” Pray for peace and security for our nation, Christians worldwide, and our leaders, and for favor in their job search.

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How You Can Share Hope This May

Mother’s Day is a meaningful time to recognize the women who have poured into our lives.

Take a moment to encourage a mom, grandmother, or mentor—whether through a handwritten note, a phone call, or simply telling her how much she’s appreciated.

You could also honor a mother by giving to, praying for, or starting a fundraiser for a cause she cares about, helping extend her impact to someone in need. Start a FundraiserSupport a Fundraiser

 

God Calls & Praise Reports

Jamie shared a sweet praise report: her puppy, Princess, has fully recovered from surgery, with all expenses covered. She’s grateful for God’s provision, even in the small details.

We connected with Kayla, who is healing after a liver transplant, recently moved into a new home, and is now a certified peer counselor after overcoming addiction. She’s trusting God to use her story to bring hope to others.

We prayed with Rob as he battles cancer. Despite the pain, he’s filled with hope and peace, trusting God and desiring to glorify Christ through his story.

We prayed with Michelle, whose 8-year-old son Judah just completed his final round of chemotherapy—praise God! After a long 2.5-year journey, Judah is in a season of healing, and their family continues to trust the Lord, who has been faithful every step of the way.

When Nations Rage, Look to Jesus

by Rene (GiveSendGo’s Hope Team Manager)

 

Nothing is a surprise to God. The unfolding events we witness—the wars, the suffering, the chaos—are not outside His knowledge or His divine plan. Scripture reassures us that God remains in control, and He is acutely aware of every detail of our lives and the world around us. As we read in Isaiah 46:10 (NIV), â€śI make known the end from the beginning, from ancient times, what is still to come.” God has foreseen every conflict and every trial, and His sovereignty prevails amidst the turmoil.

In Matthew 24:8, we find Jesus illustrating the trials we face today as “the beginning of birth pains.” This imagery serves as a reminder that the suffering we encounter in this world is part of a larger narrative, a divine orchestration leading to His promised return. While we may experience discomfort and grief, it’s vital to understand that these are signs of the times we live in and indeed fulfill God’s predictions.

Let us remember that amid the war and strife surrounding us, God remains sovereign, His Word is steadfast, and our hope is anchored in Christ. It’s through this faith that we can find the courage to face the storms of life, not with fear, but with unwavering hope. Let our hearts remain steadfast, our eyes focused on Jesus, and our spirits nourished by Scripture as we journey through these challenging times together, remembering that this place is not our home.Read More…

Did You Know?

Even Jesus made time to step away and pray, especially in the busiest seasons of His ministry.

In Mark 1:35, we’re told, â€śAnd rising very early in the morning, while it was still dark, he departed and went out to a desolate place, and there he prayed.”

Amid crowds, needs, and constant demands, Jesus intentionally paused to be with His Father. It’s a powerful reminder that prayer isn’t something we fit in when life slows down, it’s what sustains us in the middle of it.

If Jesus needed that time of connection, how much more do we?
When we step away to pray, we’re not falling behind. We’re being refilled, strengthened, and anchored in the One who leads us forward.

Shine Brightly!

The GiveSendGo Hope Team 

“Teach me your way, Lord, that I may rely on your faithfulness; give me an undivided heart, that I may fear your name.”

Psalm 86:11

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I was born on 6 August 1956 in San Francisco, California to Janet and (the late) Richard Hovis. I grew up in Santa Monica, California where I attended elementary, junior high school, and high school (graduating in 1974), in addition to involvement in sports and recreation (Little League +, the Boy’s Club ++). Further, it was in elementary school – St. Augustine’s By-the -Sea Parish School that I found, and made the choice to truly journey with God. I attended Arizona State University from 1974 to 1977 – seeking to become an architect, however, I was not accepted, and, as such, I graduated with a Liberal Arts degree. Upon graduation from Arizona State University, I attended Cal Poly San Luis Obispo and studied City and Regional Planning at the Master’s level. I successfully completed one (1) year in a two (2) year program – I did not complete the Master’s degree in City and Regional Planning – due to personal reasons. I returned to Santa Monica where I started (October 1979) my career as graphic designer with Exxon Company, USA. I spent five years with Exxon Company, USA. While working with Exxon Company, USA I was accepted into architectural school – Sci-Arc in Southern California, however, I did not attend preferring to stay with Exxon.. In 1982 I married Laura Flosi and in April 1983 we had our one and only child – Lauren Alain Hovis – a gift from God. We moved to Phoenix, Arizona in 1984 from Los Angeles, where I went to work as a graphic designer with Kitchell CEM (from 1985 -1987). From 1987 – 1995 I was an independent contractor, and a registered representative in mortgage finance, financial management, graphic design, and drafting. Further, I attended the University of Phoenix and successfully obtained a Master’s in Business Administration (MBA) in 1982. I was also a member of the Scottsdale Jaycees, where I became very involved in community events and projects. In 1994, I accepted a cartography position with the Defense Mapping Agency in Reston, Virginia. As such, I relocated from Phoenix to Reston. In 1998, I was accepted and worked as a Visual Information Officer with the Central Intelligence Agency. In 2002, I worked as a Support Officer until my retirement (due to a need for shoulder surgery) in September 2018. Away from my Federal Government service, I have been involved in various organizations and activities in Northern Virginia. In November of 2011, I married Rebecca Ouellette in Santa Monica, California. I reside in San Tan Valley, AZ with my two hamster - Jess and Timothy, our fish, our lizard - RJ Lizard., and our cats - Pearl and Grey. As to hobbies, I enjoy playing sports, attending sporting events, mentoring individuals from financial management to hamsters, building models, photography, travel, multimedia design, managing partner for RJ Hamster, and jazz – smooth jazz to a samba or a bossa nova. Love and God Bless, Peter – aka RJ Hamster Jo hi

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