Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
I’m reaching out today with a heavy heart, but with unwavering faith in our Lord. As many of you may know, my dear brother, Francisco Alvarez Gonzalez, is facing a serious and painful health battle. He has two tumors, and while doctors are still awaiting full confirmation from a biopsy, the symptoms strongly suggest they are cancerous.
Yesterday, the doctors performed a biopsy to confirm the diagnosis and determine how far the disease has progressed. Based on their findings, Francisco will begin chemotherapy soon. Due to the intense pain he is experiencing, they made the urgent decision to start radiation treatment right away
Praise God, what was originally scheduled to begin in November was moved up miraculously. The Lord moved two doctors to fight the hospital system, and as a result Francisco began radiation immediately. Even more, we now give thanks that he will only need 5 days of radiation before starting chemotherapy — this is a huge answer to prayer and a sign of God’s hand in his care!
Though this journey is difficult, Francisco remains hopeful and in good spirits. However, the pain is severe, and the medications often cause vomiting, making it hard for him to eat and regain strength. He is very weak, and we know this is just the beginning of a long road ahead.
His wife Berenice has taken leave from work to care for him full-time. She’s a faithful believer, constantly sharing Christ with Francisco, and honoring the Lord in every small battle won. Every day brings new challenges, but God continues to show up — and we are trusting Him every step of the way.
We continue to pray not only for Francisco’s healing, but most importantly, for his salvation— that God would touch his heart in a powerful and eternal way.
While his medical care is fully covered, Berenice now faces the challenge of meeting living expenses during this time without her regular income. She currently needs around $1,500 to cover basic needs for June and July and also other expenses due to traveling to and from doctors and other appointments with chemo and radiation.
If God moves you to help, please consider donating to support this faithful wife and her husband during this time. Every gift, no matter how small, is a blessing. And above all, we ask that you keep Francisco in your prayers— for healing, strength, and salvation.
Thank you for standing with us in love and faith.
In Christ,
Narcizo Alvarez Gonzalez.
