Update on Matt

Greetings Saints,

Matt was moved to an intensive care step down unit this evening after an MRI which we are waiting for the results of.

He was resting when I left this evening. pain from injuries has set in but he is on meds and doing better, more aware of his surroundings and able to communicate better. They had a "sitter" with him 24/7 because of concussion to watch and make sure he doesn't leave us.

The paramedic who brought him in stopped by the ER today and shared that just after Matt was hit, an off duty paramedic was driving by stopped and found Matt lying in the grass, proceeded to make sure Matt's back and neck were protected, quite possible saved him from permanent injury. Love those Godincidences.

He had another catscan afternoon and there is a brain bleed but should heal itself. His neck is fractured but "the best kind of fracture" there is no paralysis and after 6 to 8 weeks in a neck brace that should be fine.

There is concern about a blood vessel that seems to be slightly damaged where the fracture is and that is why they did the MRI. The neurosurgeon does not anticipate having to do surgery there MRI was to verify problem and they are looking at meds to help with any problems there.

There will be surgery on his kneecap which was broken/crushed. Also there is a concern about infection there and he'll be getting a few weeks of antibiotics.

It appears he banged up his bad shoulder also, but more bumps and bruises than anything else there.

Back is stitched up and appears to be holding.

Legs and elbows pretty well wrapped and obviously he'll be there for a few days or so.

But we praise the Lord, Matt totaled a car with his body and at this point there is hope for eventual total recovery. Oh, and yes, paramedic shared that his bike was trashed as is his i phone.

Thank you for your prayers, E-mails visits and etc. this should have been much worse, but as you prayed God has worked mightily.

Keep shining for Jesus all. And please continue to pray for Matt. These next few days weeks are going to be challenging for him.

Pray also for opportunities to share the love of Jesus.

Until Every Child Knows,
Big Jim
Matt. 19:14
James 1:27