June 22, 2015 -- hospital

The mission office called to tell us that Derik is still in the hospital and would be calling us because he could "use a little cheering up." He still has a very serious infection, and when we talked to him Friday, he said he would be in the hospital for several more days (at least four) and then the plan is for him to be in the mission home in bed for two weeks. He sounds relatively fine, but he also seems discouraged but is trying to keep his head up. We're going to be holding a family fast on Monday if you'd like to participate. We're pretty concerned about him but know that he is in the Lord's hands, so he'll be fine. Prayers sure would be appreciated!