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Medical Journey

A season of trials

Pastor Rodrigo is currently facing several serious health concerns at once — while also caring for his father, and walking alongside Rosana through her own surgeries recovery.

Pancreatic complications

Ongoing examinations and care for serious pancreatic concerns requiring specialist consultation and continued monitoring.

Heart-related issues

Cardiac evaluations and follow-up care that demand both time and significant resources.

Throat and vocal health

Pastoral and worship work depend on the voice — making this both a medical and a ministry concern.

Caring for his father

Rodrigo's father suffers from advanced dementia and requires ongoing daily care and supervision.

"These circumstances have placed a significant emotional, physical, and financial burden on the family. Together, with the body of Christ, that burden becomes lighter."

Your gift directly supports medical consultations, treatments, medications, family living expenses, and care for Rodrigo's father.

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Updates

Where things stand

Honest updates from the family — medical news, prayer requests, and words of encouragement.

  • May 2026

    Continuing examinations and trusting God

    Pastor Rodrigo is undergoing further medical examinations this month. The family continues to trust in God's healing and provision, and asks for prayer for clarity from doctors and peace at home. Thank you for your continued support — it has truly carried us.

  • April 2026

    A season of testing — and grace

    Rosana is slowly recovering from her own health setback. Joaquim continues his high school studies. Rodrigo's father remains under close care for his advanced dementia. We are grateful for every prayer, every blessing, every meal.

  • March 2026

    Initial diagnoses and the first response

    Initial exams pointed to multiple concerns — pancreatic, cardiac, and throat. The church family at Union Rio gathered to pray and committed to walking with the family through whatever lies ahead.

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