The Rafael Family

Goal:

 USD $30,000

Raised:

 USD $5,875

Campaign created by Kerri Poss

Campaign funds will be received by Kayla Moreno

The Rafael Family

Family and Friends,

With a heavy but hopeful heart, I am creating this GiveSendGo for my daughter Kayla and son-in-law Rafael. At just 27 years old, Rafael received a devastating diagnosis of stomach cancer and became extremely ill, rendering him unable to work. We are uncertain when he will be able to return. After experiencing severe symptoms for a while, including multiple trips to doctors and the ER, medications, and an incorrect diagnosis, Rafael's condition continues to worsen. He has lost 40 pounds, and vomiting and fatigue have become his new normal.

Rafael and Kayla have been married for a little over a year, and they are expecting their first child, a girl, any day now.

Rafael's diagnosis came just a few days before Christmas. As you can imagine, the anguish and sorrow we have been enduring since this news has been heartbreaking for our family. Despite the immense challenges we face, we choose to confront this new struggle with the confidence that God is with us. We believe in a powerful God and have been praying for healing, wisdom, and answers.

We continue to seek solutions to help Rafael in his fight. Recently, after consulting with a holistic doctor in Mexico, there appears to be a glimmer of hope. This doctor suspects that Rafael's issues may be related to his liver rather than cancer. He was given some herbal teas, minerals, and other remedies to try. In the meantime, Rafael is pursuing these holistic treatments, which are costly, while still unable to work.

Rafael's oncologist is recommending chemotherapy, but it is still undecided whether that will be the path they choose. He has also been receiving immune-boosting Vitamin C infusions at the Mohrdar Clinic in Riverside, which are specifically for cancer patients. Although these infusions are expensive, we believe they could significantly impact his healing process.

Our lives, and especially theirs, have changed dramatically. If you are able to assist Rafael and Kayla, in any way—big or small—it would be a tremendous blessing. Above all, we ask for your prayers as we fight for Rafael and their family, holding onto our faith in God's strength. Thank you.

Thank you for your love and support.

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Moral Support
$ 25.00 USD
15 days ago

Sending positive vibes

Uncle Steve and Aunt Lori
$ 100.00 USD
16 days ago

We love you!

We love you
$ 50.00 USD
19 days ago

Anonymous Giver
$ 50.00 USD
24 days ago

Praying for you and your family. God bless you.

We love you
$ 50.00 USD
24 days ago

Yolanda
$ 65.00 USD
26 days ago

Brenda Salgado
$ 100.00 USD
27 days ago

Anonymous Giver
$ 50.00 USD
27 days ago

We are praying for the 3 of you! May God show up in gigantic ways during this season! Peace and health! In Jesus’ name! xoxo

Anonymous Giver
$ 30.00 USD
28 days ago

Anonymous Giver
$ 50.00 USD
28 days ago

Being recently married myself, I pray for Rafael’s healing and the recovery of this young family.

Anonymous Giver
$ 50.00 USD
29 days ago

Praying ❤ May God grant healing and peace to you and your family

Drorbaugh Family
$ 200.00 USD
29 days ago

Kimberly Decker
$ 30.00 USD
29 days ago

Praying...

Titus Family
$ 200.00 USD
29 days ago

Non stop prayers, we love you guys.

Anonymous Giver
$ 100.00 USD
29 days ago

Praying for a complete healing and for God’s strength always.

Evans Family
$ 500.00 USD
29 days ago

Praying for you guys!!!!

Zimmer
$ 100.00 USD
29 days ago

Praying for your hearts to be filled with courage with hope as many support your family in prayer.

Leanna
$ 25.00 USD
29 days ago

Praying 🙏

Brown Family
$ 500.00 USD
29 days ago

GOD BE WITH YOU !! We are storming heaven for all of you!

Nelida Rojas
$ 200.00 USD
29 days ago

We are praying for Rafa's recovery. We pray and hope that Kayla finds the strength she needs to handle this difficult time. May their baby girl bring them the hope and love necessary to get through these challenges together. 🙏

Updates

Update #1

January 20th, 2025

Thank you all so much for your prayers! Here is an update: Kayla had her baby (Marilyn), but there were some complications. The baby is now breathing independently; however, the doctors are waiting for an MRI. The neurologist will review the results and check all her vitals to ensure that everything is okay. Please continue to pray!


Please pray for Kayla as well. She feels overwhelmed because she cannot be with the baby and Rafa. However, she understands that Marilyn should be with specialists. Please continue to pray for all of them! Phil 4:6-7


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