Dear Friends and LeTourneau Family,
We invite you to join us in prayer for our long-time staff member, Avis Sowl, who recently suffered an apparent stroke. This last week has seen Avis’s health deteriorate quickly. Her strength has decreased, and while, at times, she is still alert and able to speak with Gerri or visitors, she is sleeping more and more. Her physical needs now require daily care from nurses, who have been supporting Gerri in caring for Avis at home, as others —including LeTourneau staff and friends from Avis & Gerri’s home church — come alongside to assist. As of this writing, we expect Avis to enter a hospice home about 15 minutes away, on July 5th.
After 60 years of serving at LeTourneau Christian Center, Avis’s absence will be hard felt by all, from the guests who have grown fond of seeing her year after year, to her countless friends, and certainly by her LeTourneau family. Avis’s smiles, quick humor, countless stories, and timely prayers have brought a great deal of joy and peace; her absence will leave a huge void in our ministry and in our hearts.
Please pray for Gerri as she is losing her best friend. Gerri trusts the Lord and is at peace, but knows adjusting to life without Avis will not be easy. Avis and Gerri’s names go hand-in-hand. They are two of the dearest saints this world has ever been blessed with. Their legacy is one of faithful service and genuine love for the Lord and His people.
Please keep them in your prayers. The Lord is faithful.
Jamie Fischer
LeTCC Director
Psalm 16:11 – You will make known to me the path of life; In Your presence is fullness of joy; In Your right hand there are pleasures forever.