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Joyce Munschauer has been diagnosed with cancer. She had surgery April 6 to remove the cancerous tissue and begin chemotherapy. However, we have learned from her son, Bruce Robinson, that the surgery was shortened considerably due to finding what appears to be lymphoma in the abdomen. They are waiting the results of pathology. Our prayers and thoughts go to Joyce and her family. Contact the Avanta office for a mailing address on Joyce. Read Joyce's letter of March 29th.
Jesse Adams survived Katrina. He said "that their house did not flood but had some minor problems, nothing worth complaining about. They were evacuated to Oxford, MS and stayed three months. That was a good experience as I have three children and five grandchildren who live there. Nancy's daughter and her four sons came to Oxford also for the first semester of school."
Maria Vittoria Serpini sends everyone her love and best wishes for Easter.
Todd Embree has taken a new job for Catherine Freer Wilderness Therapy Expedition in Albany Oregon. He will be moving from Wyoming this month to Oregon.
Sr. M. Lorenz Sangalang sent an email saying "I join you in thanking GOD for all that have been the past year for your personal life and that of AVANTA. Let this be another opportunity for me to thank you for being a friend. I do cherish with fond memories the gift of you and your generosity, not only to me but for the advancement of the vision and ideals of Virginia, as well. I keep you in my prayers. Please extend my love and regards to Louise and to all our friends in AVANTA
Hugh Gratz has resigned as a member of Avanta Board of Directors. Hugh has been dealing with intense allergy reactions that have been hard to control. Any of you who have experienced allergy reactions and specially the "itchiness" that comes with it can understand how hard this is. Hugh has taken some time off to try a new medicine. We also send him our love and support.
Joe Dillon In March Joe had heart surgery and he is now doing better and recovering. April 6th he said that he is trying now new medications and feeling his strength coming back. Carole, his wife, keep us informed through the surgery day and his progress. Margarita talked with Joe on April 11th and he shared that "I am getting stronger day by day, and if possible I will try to come to the Conference this year." We send both Joe and Carol our support and prayers.