Joey's Journey Fund
On June 6th, 2023, Joey Hannigan was involved in a diving accident. Joey is the 16 year old son of John and Melissa Hannigan. John serves as our Executive Director, and Melissa is an author and speaker. Read John and Melissa's words below:
Many of you have prayed and we appreciate every single prayer sent on Joeys behalf during this season. Since the day of Joeys accident we have known that God has been in every step of this journey. Joeys positive attitude and faith has been a light in the middle of a very dark situation. We are so proud of him.
On Thursday, June 29th, Joey passed peacefully into the arms of his Heavenly Father. While our hearts are broken, we do not grieve as those without hope, we know this isn't goodbye but only see you soon because of the saving faith Joey had in Jesus. His sixteen, almost seventeen years, were a gift and it was our privilege to watch him grow into the incredible guy that we all know and fiercely love.
We appreciate the prayers and love you've poured out on our family during this past 3 weeks and ask that you continue to pray as we all figure out how to grieve this great loss. God has been so faithful to us on this journey, there are so many stories to tell, and we will share soon. For now we ask for space as we spend time with the girls and shepherd their tender hearts through this difficult time.
Joey was active in the ministry helping with all of the tech needs of our various events. He was also a willing set of hands to do whatever he could to help the ministry. He was a special young man with a kind heart. The perfect blend of Melissa and John.
John and Melissa, and their family, have given selflessly to this ministry over the past 3 years. We would not be where we are today if God hadn't sent them here. Now it is our turn to be the hands and feet of Christ and wrap His arms around them. There are considerable expenses involved in the past 3 weeks, and for the next several months as they adjust to their new life together. As a ministry we have established a fund for the Hannigan family where 100% of the contributions will be used as directed by John and Melissa. This will not only help them, but will establish a legacy for Joey.
Thank you for caring about this incredible family.
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Laurel Wiley | $104.12
Our hearts have battled in the Spirit for your whole family and for Joey standing with you in the faith we all share. Jesus will be greatly glorified as the Father reveals His plans and purposes in the disasters and tragedies of life outside Eden. You have loved well and will be given grace to grieve well. We will not cease to pray and hold each one of you in this season. May wisdom and understanding come as you remain in the Lord’s counsel. May your hearts be shepherded and comforted and provided for even as you shepherd comfort and provide for you young ones. John and Laurel Wiley
Minerva Muniz
Sending so much love to all.
Matt Winslow | $100
Continuing to pray for peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Josué David Zapata-Vazquez | $104.15
Queridos John y Melissa, nuestras oraciones y nuestros pensamientos están con ustedes en este momento tan difícil. No hay palabras que describan el dolor que siente un padre y una madre al perder a su hijo pero ustedes en medio de ese momento han dado testimonio de la Esperanza del Evangelio. Les amamos mucho y esperamos pronto podamos vernos. Un abrazo de parte de Cathy, Amanda, Victoria y yo.
lisa | $104.15
My heart aches 💜💜💜💜
Karen Thomann | $104.12