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Healing for Pastor Dave Drummond

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I have created this campaign, not for myself, but on behalf of the entire congregation of West Hills Church in West Hills, CA. In clear lettering on the front of our church are these words: "Based on the Bible, Built on Love." And I know these words to be true.

I came to this wonderful church only 1-1/2 years ago, through the invitation of dear friends. I felt at home from the very first visit, and I know this has been the experience of many, many other first-time visitors. This is truly a church home.

This relatively small church has such a large heart, and it is perfectly exemplified by our beloved Pastor, David Drummond. Pastor Dave, as he wishes to be called, has shepherded this flock for the past 16 years, touching thousands of lives with his clear and scriptural preaching, his deep and genuine care for others, and his complete dedication to the Lord. Pastor Dave's ministry has been an immeasurable blessing to all whose lives he has touched.

In late September 2016, this vital, vibrant, active, athletic man (he went to softball practice the day before) was struck down suddenly and unexpectedly by the smallest of causes - a mosquito. Pastor Dave contracted West Nile Virus, which quickly led to encephalitis and spinal column inflammation. This has resulted in serious neurological damage and impairment, the extent of which is even now unknown. Pastor Dave has contracted numerous infections over the past few months, and has been hospitalized since September 20, 2016. He was in the Intensive Care Unit of West Hills Hospital from September 22 - November 4, when he was transferred to Barlow Respiratory Hospital, where it was hoped he would be weaned off the respirator.

Pastor Dave is unable to speak, since he remains on a respirator. He has been bedridden since his initial hospitalization. It is very difficult to know what his prognosis may be. Of course, he has been under constant prayer since September 21st. Our congregation has members praying for him around the clock, and we are blessed and grateful to have him covered in prayer by family and friends and church congregations across the United States.

We love him. We cherish him. We miss him.

Pastor Dave's amazing wife, Maggie, has been an unwavering source of strength and love and support and encouragement for him. She has been his strongest advocate, and his most loving caregiver. But now, truly, she needs our help.

Medical bills are mounting, and insurance is waning. They were careful and conscientious to obtain long-term care insurance, but the benefits will not begin to cover the cost of the long-term sub-acute care Pastor will need. He needs respiratory therapy. He will undoubtedly need physical therapy, and most likely speech therapy, etc. to fully recover from the devastating effects of this shocking illness.

Please help us to be a blessing to this Godly man, who has so richly blessed so very many lives. We are a small congregation of approximately 100 members, and although always extremely generous, we simply cannot meet this need ourselves.

All gifts will be received with love and gratitude. No gift is too small. All gifts will be given to Pastor's devoted wife, Maggie, to be used for providing him the very best care possible. Gifts will be used to meet medical and living expenses.

Thank you, and God bless you, for your kindness and generosity. We ask that you keep Pastor Dave and Maggie, and their families, in your prayers.

In Christ,
The Congregation of West Hills Church
West Hills, CA


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Deborah Bryza
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Los Angeles, CA
Margaret Drummond
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