(NZT) Sunday 31 Jan

Noel is settling into Middlemore and is continuing to improve. He now has access to Sky TV so he's been watching cricket and tennis but still wants out of hospital. Keep those prayers going for both Noel and his family

(NZT) Saturday 30 January

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Great news today after reviewing the MRI they have decided that they don't need to put the defib unit in so no surgery for Noel! He has been moved to Middlemore Hospital for rehab, please keep praying that it will be a speedy recovery

(NZT) Friday 29 January

Well, today saw Noel have an MRI which went well. He has just polished off his dinner so there is no problem with his appetite. Noel is having surgery on Tuesday to put a personal defib unit in so please be praying that it all goes well. A quote from Noel " I'm still alive... Thanks for all your prayers and support". We will have some film footage up in the next few days. You can also become a fan of Noel on facebook

(NZT) 28 January

Noel had a good work out today doing laps around his ward walking well, just a little laboured, he has an MRI tomorrow morning. His memory is getting better and he is very keen to get out of Hospital, let's pray that Noels recovery continues to be astonishing

(NZT)Wednesday 27 January 4.25pm

Noel has been working with the physio today and is progressing well with his walking he still has some medical procedures to go through and needs plenty of prayer, before we see him back to his usual self. Noel is still very tired and needs his rest so please no visitors but plenty of prayers.

(NZT) Tuesday 26 January

Sorry about the late update yesterday we had a power cut, but this has not stopped Noels progress. Today saw some more tubes and cords removed as they are no longer needed. He is in good spirits and keen to get out of hospital but we still have some distance to go before this will happen. The doctor today said the Noel is making excellent progress keep praying that this continue also pray for the family they appreciate all your support.

(NZT) 25 January

It was a good day for Noel he was sitting up listening to what the doctors were saying and asking a few questions. Noel is communicating with everyone that God is his healer even to his sceptical doctor. Noel is being Noel having a laugh with a little bit of naughty and with a little bit more for good measure. Please keep praying for his complete recovery. He is keen to get home and back to church and has been asking how the paint work is at church

(NZT) Sunday 24 January 8:08pm

Noel is making great progress with his recovery we are believing that he will make a full recovery with nothing but a great testimony to show for this season in his life. Keep praying for his memory to return and strength to his body. We truly serve an a mighty and powerful God who is well able.

(NZT) Saturday 23 January 6:15pm

Noel continues to do well, although he still has some distance to go but from where he has been till now is an incredible miracle. Last night Noel with assistance walked which is another great step in his recovery... No pun intended. Noel is eating well but still tired and needing his rest. Keep praying God is working in Noels life.

(NZT) Friday 22 January 4:30pm

Noel continues to progress well, his memory is slowly coming back due to all the prayer that has been sent up for him - but we need to keep it going. He is extremely tired and needing his rest. This season in Noels life reminds me of the story in the bible when Jesus prayed for a blind man to see and the blind man said I see men walking like trees so Jesus prayed again and the blind man could see clearly. We have seen numbers of miracles in Noels life up till now but we need to keep praying to see full restoration

(NZT) Thursday 21 January 1.54pm

Noel is progressing well and was sitting in a lazy boy chair today initiating conversation but struggling with his memory at times. He is frustrated as he wants to be able to go two places Home and Church. We have set him up with a TV so he can watch some of his favourite dvds Brave Heart and a few sermons. Please keep praying it is making a difference. Specifically, pray for his family and all those who have contact with Noel (as he is asking them if they are christians and telling them they should know God) and that this season of Noel and Sallys life will bring great things for them.

(NZT) Wednesday 20 Jan 4.55pm

Noel is doing well he has had some physio moving a lot better today. Has had a cup of tea which he held and drunk it himself. Please continue to pray for his body to strengthen and for his memory to return. Watch this space as God continues to work in Noels life.

(NZT) Tuesday 18 January 5:15pm

Noel has made a slight improvement from yesterday he is able to move his leg a bit more which is a good sign. Please continue to pray that every part of his body functions as it should. Noel has been moved to a ward but is still not allowed visitors. Sally is one of the most remarkable ladies you could every met. She and the family are grateful for all your support and prayers. If you could join with us and pray on top of what you are already doing at 9 pm every night that Noel has a great nights sleep and a speedy recovery it would be much appreciated

(NZT) Monday 18 Jan 10 1.15pm

Its fantastic news to see that Noel has made some progress on his road to recovery we have a few shocked doctors and nurses they are both amazed and elated. Noel has gained the nick name Lazarus by one of the doctors. We have truly seen a miracle! Noel has been communicating with words, and a few cheeky grins. He still has a long way to progress on his road to recovery. Now is not the time to breath a sigh of relief and relax, but more a time to continue with your prayers as we journey on this miraculous road to recovery with Noel. Sally, Jen and the boys have shown an incredible amount of faith and strength they are truly more than champions

(NZT) Sunday 17 Jan 10 (3.43pm)

Our God hears and answers prayers! We've seen some positive progress from Noel today. He is opening his eyes and has been responding to us.

We ask you continue with your prayers though, Noel isn't out of the woods yet and we need to keep praying for 100% health to return.

This site will be the hub of information for our dear friend and loved one Noel. We will endeavour to update this site daily by 4.30pm or earlier if required. Thank you, one and all, for your prayers, interest and love of Noel - it means so much to the family.