This is a brief update on behalf of Elisabeth Merchant.  

Elisabeth was hospitalized for 3 1/2 weeks due to an obstruction in her colon which the doctors were unable to clear.  She was released August 3rd, but is still suffering in significant pain from the blockage caused by the growing tumors.  The medication  prescribed only takes the edge off the pain. 

Additionally, there was recent water damage to Elisabeth's home which required the whole family to move out during the repairs.  They are currently staying at the Marriott on  Quantum Boulevard.  

Please pray for relief from Elisabeth's severe pain and completion of their house repairs so the whole family can return home.