Here are two messages received from Benicia Lutheran Church concerning Gary:

Wednesday, August 19th

I thought I'd give you an update on Pastor. He arrived back from India yesterday afternoon about 2 pm. By a miraculous set of circumstances he was allowed to upgrade to business class where he could put his leg up for no additional charge! What a blessing. His leg is in very tough shape, very swollen and lots of bleeding into the bottom of the upper leg. The doctors have stopped the blood thinner medication, are doing xrays this evening and we will see what can be done to help him heal. He is in Kaiser Vallejo in room 442 on 4 West. He would welcome visitors. We appreciate your continued prayers for him. He is very worn out by this whole ordeal but also very thankful for the chance to have travelled to India where he had some amazing experiences.

Thanks.

Sherry


Friday, August 21st

Hi Everyone!!

Sherry has just called the Church and said that the hospital will be releasing Pastor Bell today from the hospital and that no surgery is needed. He will be sent home with a walker and will have a Physical Therapist visit him. He is to rest up for the next couple of weeks while he heals.

Thanks to everyone for all of your prayers for Sherry and Pastor Bell.

Sincerely,
Donna Noska
BLC Secretary