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Getting married at this lakefront estate owned by the Bride's parents was a no brainer for these two. With the help of Two Roads Event Co., they transformed the property into a romantic, rustic retreat beneath a grand sailcloth tent from Zephyr Tents accented with winding green garlands by Botanica Events. Margaret Austin Photography and Mabble Media captured the day, a celebration including friends, family, and of course, the Bride's beloved horses.
Tory and Sam's love spans oceans. They met in Northern California on their college ski team while Sam, a UK resident, was studying abroad. They kissed that night, and later, for their first date, Sam invited Tory over for risotto that he made for her by hand. Over the course of Sam's stay in the USA, he and Tory fell in love. Before he left to go back to the UK, he gave Tory a locket and a letter. He told her that he loved her and that he wanted to be with her despite the distance. Later, Sam would propose with Tory's mother's antique diamond, and they would get married at Tory's parent's beautiful, lakefront private estate in the country. Their wedding was filled with friends, family, Tory's beloved horses, and lots and lots of love, with thoughtful details that made the entire event something truly special and unique. It was truly an honor designing this beauty around Tory and Sam's story.


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NEW YORK — Jones Lang LaSalle, a global real estate services and investment management firm, estimates that losses to real estate destroyed and damaged in the World Trade Center (WTC) terrorist attack could range up to $10 billion. This figure includes damage to buildings surrounding the site where the twin 110-story towers once stood.
In Manhattan, the immediate loss of office space totals 25 million sq. ft., and the net loss over the next 12 months is expected to be more than 20 million sq. ft. — 18.5% of the downtown office market.
"In New York, Jones Lang LaSalle continues to help find office space for clients displaced by this horrible tragedy," said Ken Siegel, managing director in the firm's tenant representation group. "Since short-term demand for temporary office space is very high, our teams are working closely with our clients to define and secure their short- and long-term space requirements."
In lower Manhattan, the immediate loss is roughly 15 million sq. ft. of property, according to the report. Of this number 12.7 million sq. ft., or 11.6% of the total office space in the area, was destroyed and another 2.3 million sq. ft. has been damaged or declared structurally unsound. More than 10.7 million sq. ft. of property sustained damage, including 5 million sq. ft. that will be taken off the market for at least one year for extensive repair and reconstruction.
On a positive note, 5.7 million sq. ft. should be ready for occupancy in less than 12 months.
Jones Lang LaSalle expects nearly all of the approximately 26 million sq. ft. of available sublet space and direct space will be filled in the weeks ahead in order to accommodate office space needs of dislocated firms.
After last week's loss, the total Manhattan real estate market now stands at 328 million sq. ft., still the largest office market in the world after Tokyo.

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After the school board in St. John's County, Florida decided not to adopt a policy allowing prayer at graduation ceremonies, our old pal Gordon Klingenschmitt, one of the truly bottom-feeding grifters on Planet Wingnuttia, is offering $1000 to any student there who will pray "in Jesus' name" during their graduation ceremony. But first, he tells a lie:
The atheists are offering monetary incentives to students to discourage prayer and to incentivize giving a "free thought" atheist message at their high school graduation.
They are? Who is doing this, exactly? No one that I'm aware of.
So God gave me an inspired idea.
If atheists give money for students NOT to pray, why can't we offer money to reward students who pray, if they're courageous enough to pray IN JESUS' NAME on the microphone at their own high school graduation? We can, and we will.Our ministry is hereby offering a $1,000 scholarship to the FIRST high school student who prays either the Lord's prayer (Our Father…) or says a sincere prayer ending "in Jesus' name," on the school microphone at his or her graduation ceremony in St. John's County, FL school District #2.
There's just one problem: He doesn't have the money.
I don't have $1,000 lying around, so I really need a few donors to help me issue this public challenge. Let us pray one Christian student has more courage than his superintendent, because that student really deserves our scholarship.
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The following 10 coupes won't do you any favors when the time comes to pay your premiums — these are the most expensive coupes to insure. Featuring choices like the Audi R8, the BMW M3 and the Chevrolet Corvette, the list is dominated by high-performance models. Our rankings were determined using five-year projections of the Edmunds.com True Cost to OwnSM (TCO) pricing system. Only one appearance per model was allowed. Rankings reflect that of the trim level with the steepest projected insurance expense.


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2013 Toyota RAV4 Named Top Safety Pick
- 2013 Toyota RAV4 named Top Safety Pick
- Scored Good in four IIHS tests
- Still must undergo new small overlap front test
The all-new Toyota RAV4 is a Top Safety Pick. That's the latest from the nonprofit Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), which recently examined the redesigned RAV4 in a series of crash tests.
To earn the Top Safety Pick designation, a vehicle must earn the highest score of Good in four IIHS crash tests: moderate overlap front, side, rear and rollover.
In the moderate overlap front test, a car crashes head-on into a barrier on the driver's side. The side test assesses how a vehicle performs when hit in the side by an SUV or pickup traveling 31 miles per hour. The rear test focuses on how occupants deal with whiplash. Finally, the rollover test assesses a vehicle's roof strength.
While the Top Safety Pick designation was once the IIHS's highest honor, the group now awards an even more coveted Top Safety Pick + award. To earn that distinction, vehicles also must perform well in the new small overlap front test. In that test, vehicles crash into an object on the driver's side front corner. The IIHS says the test simulates hitting a tree or utility pole.
The RAV4 is still eligible for the Top Safety Pick + award, since it hasn't yet completed the new small overlap front test. In earning the Top Safety Pick award, it joins many rival compact SUVs, such as the Ford Escape, Honda CR-V, Hyundai Tucson and Kia Sportage. The Mazda CX-5 and Chevrolet Equinox are also Top Safety Picks.
The RAV4 was completely redesigned for the 2013 model year. Now in its fourth generation, the latest RAV4 dropped its V6 engine and available third-row seating. Today's model offers a 176-horsepower 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine and a standard automatic transmission. Prices start at around $24,000 for a base-level RAV4 LE.
According to IIHS, the only crossover to earn the Top Safety Pick + rating so far is the Volvo XC60. Other models may soon earn the distinction as the group conducts more small overlap front tests.
What it means to you: Families interested in the 2013 Toyota RAV4 can breathe easier knowing the compact crossover is a Top Safety Pick.


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A memorial service has been planned for Devon.
Saturday, May 14
Mt. Zion Baptist of Germantown
41 W. Rittenhouse St.
Philadelphia, PA 19144
Visitation: 9 to 10 a.m.
Service: 10 a.m.
Click here to submit a message.
"When I was a freshman at Geneva, a friend gave me this verse and I have kept it to this day: 'As for you, even the hairs of your head have been counted. So do not be afraid, you are worth more than many sparrows'. Matthew 10:30. In God's eyes Devon's worth is immeasurable and God knew him by name-never leaving his side. Devon is now at home and at peace. May his family and friends draw strength and comfort from God's love. May we always remember how worthy we are in the eyes of God and make it a point to reach out to others to let them know their true value."
- Natalie Borkowski
"I live near the Germantown section of Philly. Numerous young men of promise have been murdered in the city. May God give wisdom and strength to us in these last days."
- Tom Muldoon
"Dear God, send comfort, strength, and wisdom for the days ahead. Walk with them throughout this valley of the shadow of death, that they may not fear evil. Amen."
- Joyce Peterson
"Your life has touched my life."
- Robert Lund
"President Kenneth A. Smith and the Geneva College Community,
It is with a heavy heart that I write these words of condolence. I want to extend my deepest sympathies to you on the tragic loss of Devon Minor.
I know there is little I can say at such a difficult time. Just know that the Nyack College community is praying for you. We are asking that you sense God walking with you, and that He extend an extra measure of grace to you during this time. You are in our hearts and prayers.
With my deepest sympathies,
- Michael G. Scales, Ed.D., President, Nyack College and Alliance Theological Seminary
"Our prayers are with you during this very sad time."
- Orchard hill Church
"May the God of compassion guard and keep your hearts now and in the days to come. 'Weeping endureth for a night, but joy will come in the morning.'"
- Rev. Barry D. Givner
"'I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, even if he shall die, will live.' Rest now, Devon, in peace."
- Bob Triance
"Father, please forgive us for not being more aware of those around us. Please help us in the future to reach out to all those who are suffering silently as we go through every day. Amen."
- Anonymous
"I will continue to pray for Devon's family. I had only seen him a few times on campus and didn't really know him. I wish I made more of an effort to talk to him if there was a problem in his life. This has effected many. He will be missed a lot."
- Geneva football player
"I will be continuously praying for the loss. May God bless you and your family."
- Hannah Young
"We at Bryan College are lifting up both Devon's family and the Geneva family at this difficult time. Know that the 'God of all comfort" is present and we trust in His goodness.'"
- Matt Benson on behalf of Bryan College
"There is a deep sadness in my heart--how much more in the hearts of his family and friends. My prayer for peace and comfort and healing go forth on behalf of you and of those Devon touched for a short time. God will take everything and bring glory from Devon's life that we are yet to see. Family, know that I will continue to lift you to our God who can do more than we can ask or even think.
In Christ's love now and forever."
- Sharon
"I am Devon's cousin...A page has been made for him on Facebook here is the link https://www.facebook.com/pages/RIP-Devon-Minor/113055685445223#!/pages/RIP-Devon-Minor/113055685445223?sk=wall&filter=1 please go and like it & leave any messages you have for Devon <3"
- Alexia
"Rest easy, Devon, in the arms of the Lord."
- Carletta Alston
"To Devon's family and friends, Nobody knows the trouble you've seen. Nobody knows but Jesus. We simply lift you to Him... to the One Who has had Devon in His loving Arms always. And we give you our hugs and our tears."
- Mindy McMahon, for all of us
"We are praying for your family at this sad time. We love you. The college community loves you too."
- Ross and Miriam Miller
"Your friends at Taylor University are praying for you during this difficult time. May God hold you, Devon's family, friends and loved ones in the palm of His hand."
- Jim Garringer
"Praying for Devon's family and friends that they may find comfort in the arms of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Isaiah 41:10 Don't be afraid, for I am with you. Do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you. I will help you. I will uphold you with my victorious right hand."
- Lydia
"I am deeply saddened by this news. I never knew Devon, but he was apart of not only my class but a member of my Geneva family who will be greatly missed by all. I lift up his family to the Lord and pray that he gives them the comfort and peace that they need in this devestating time. May God be with them, and the rest of the Geneva community as we mourn."
- Tyler C
"We are praying for Devon's family and the Geneva family. Our hearts are with you in this time. God promises to take care of us in our time of need."
- Rev. Helen Jackson
"The sadness of the loss of Devon is felt by the whole community. In this sad time, we can only rejoice in our hope of eternal life of joy with Christ. Family and friends of Devon draw strength from this."
"I pray that we see Gods love through this terrible event. God is forever faithful and that is the one thing we can always rely on. Pain is only temporary and we must never loose sight of God's plan... even if we don't understand. God Bless Devon's family."
- Sister in Christ
"The loss of a life is tragic, especially one so young. It's sad to think about, and it's heartbreaking to hear the death. Rest in Paradise Devon, miss you man. May God wrap His loving arms around you."
- Melchizedek Anderson
"I was angry with my son the day the news came on that Devon was missing, and I remained angry and frustrated with him for days after. Then, I saw the interview with Devon's aunt...and her pain went through me from head to toe. I realized no matter how angry I was, I needed to find more positive ways to communicate with my son. I am glad to say, my humbling was successful and well-deserved. Since that time, I have followed Devon's search. I have looked at him through the eyes of a mother and I have grown to love his beautiful smile...even though he is a complete stranger to me. Today, I didn't look at his picture the same as I did before. Today, when I heard the news, I felt a sorrow so deep and a pain so sharp in my heart, it took my breath away. I loved a stranger...and today, I lost a friend. I was humbled by his story and I will be forever grateful that he opened my eyes to my own shortcomings with my son. Thank you Precious Lord for your child Devon and for Your mercy for those of us who have fallen short of your blessings. I offer my deepest love, compassion and prayers to Devon's friends and family."
- Michelle Walser
"We are indeed praying the Lord's comfort upon the bereaved family. I am very saddened, like everyone else, to learn about this outcome. My sympathy and prayers are with you."
- Bill Sacks
"My sympathies, thoughts and prayers are with Devon's family and friends. I know that this is not the outcome that they were hoping for but at least they have closure. It must be the worst thing in the world to wonder where your child is. May God be with them during the difficult time ahead."
- Lynda
"He is in a far better place and he is at a place where all wish to be. To his family, you will see him again in paradise and hope that God will give you peace in that. My prayers are with you all. And in all things God's grace is enough to get us through all things."
- Noah Staudenbaur
"Again today I make this demand, In all that I am, have done and will do, I promise to give the very best that I can all because I know Devon knows Your love and is making his way home to those who love You and him."
"Knowing God's all seeing eye and all encompassing love I know He sees your distress and his destiny. I also know His love for Devon and his family will carry you through, my prayer is that His will is for Devon to be found safe and sound in his right mind. God Bless You!"
- Lois Worthy
"Dear Lord. We Ask Your Blessing on Devon. May You Send an Angel from Above to Protect Him & Guide Us to Him. Keep Him Safe in Your Arms My Lord. And Let Those Who Know Do their All to Find Him. In Jesus' Name We Pray. Amen.
Christ Is Risen!
Christ is risen indeed! Alleluia!
You will know the truth, and the truth will set you free. John 8:32 (NIV)"
- Sandy
"God bless his family. <3
'Hear my prayer, LORD;
let my cry for help come to you.
Do not hide your face from me
when I am in distress.
Turn your ear to me;
when I call, answer me quickly.' Psalm 102:1-2"
- Christina
"Lord, we know that you are capable of doing anything, please Lord bring Devon back home, to his lovely family and friends that miss him dearly."
- Cheryl Saddler
"We haven't forgotten. We want you to come home. We pray that our God keeps you safe until you return."
- Anonymous
"Lord, we think of Devon every day. We feel the impact that his absence has had on our community and on so many others. Father, be with Devon. Comfort him."
- Austin Hanlin
"On behalf of myself and my sons, we blessed God for his goodness and his mercy and we are believing in God for a miracle......for the safe return of this young man. Our prayers also go out to his family and friends during this trying time. May God bless you all."
- Vickie Woods
"While I do not know Devon, My Lord and Savior does. It is my fervent prayer that Devon is safe and that God will strengthen his family. Although we are confused and searching for answers, My Lord already has the answers. I pray that this young man will return to his family safe and sound. Grant it, please God, in Jesus Name."
- Carletta J. Alston
"Lord, we put all of our hope and trust in You as we pray without ceasing for the return of Devon and peace for his family."
- The George Altmann Family
"Father in the name of Jesus, please watch over this young man and comfort his family during these uncertain times, thank you for your peace and your love and will being done in this challenging time.
Praying for Devon and his family. God knows, He sees and He cares and nothing is hidden from Him. Keep the faith."
- Anonymous
"Devon, I pray for you every day. There is a piece of all of us that is missing--it is you. Our heavenly father knows where you are. Wherever that may be, He is with you. May the Father continue to uphold the family as the part of them that is missing is greater still. Father, heal the hurt and bring your blessed peace as we continue to pray for Devon's return. Amen."
- S. Glover
"It's been over a month since you've been missing but you are not forgotten. God put you and another Devon (who is "lost" in a different way... Autism) on my heart through some thoughts/dreams at night recently. I know this very unusual happening was the Lord prompting me to gather even more prayer support for both of you and your families now. You Devons and your families are not alone. You are surrounded by the love of God and His people. Jesus loves you sooo much."
- Mindy McMahon
"Whatever has happened in this seemingly hopeless situation Dear Jesus...to You be the glory. Devon's disappearance has caused us to come together and remind us that You are the Great I Am...the Only One is able to do exceedingly and abundantly all that we can ask or think. God we know through this and all things that Your Will is what's best for us. Your Ways are not our ways, but they are the highest and best Ways. Teach us to not lean unto our own understanding but in all our ways acknowledge You, and You will direct our paths. We eagerly await that direction Lord, in Your Time and in Your Way. Let this be a lesson to us all in teaching us how to pray and that we ought pray unceasingly. I lift You up in all the earth...God do what you do best...Never fail!"
- Chessie Wyche
"Praying for Devon's safe return and for his family's strength while going through this very difficult time."
- Brenda Garrett
"We are praying for you Devon and your family. The Lord, Himself give you all peace. Lord, do what you do well show grace and mercy even now."
- Rev. Bobby Wilson '04
"Still have Devon in my prayers. I was hoping he had returned by now."
- Kristie Worfel
"Devon, I'm praying for you. Dear sweet Jesus, one of your children is lost and we are so worried for him. We know You are in control and You know what is best for us. Please Lord bring Devon back to us soon, safe and unharmed. We love you Lord Jesus. Please hear our prayers."
- Linda L
"God doesn't promise sunshine everyday, laughter every minute, or things to always go our way. But what he does promise His arms to hold us tight, a light in our darkness to show us our way and a friend we can talk to whether it is night or day. As a parent of a Geneva student, my entire family sends prayers for both Devon and his family. We are praying that God will keep him safe and watch over him. Let Devon know that he is loved by many and everyone is praying for him in this troubled time."
- Kim Peterson
"Devon and his family are in my prayers. I pray that Devon will be found safely soon."
- Rachel Richardson
"Father, We 'THANK YOU' for everything! Lord, please continue to protect (Psalm 91:11) Devon and bring him home. Lord please cover his family with your peace. 'THANK YOU', Lord you are AWESOME!"
- Terri Lee
"Father God I reach out to you. I ask in your name to keep Devon's family strong. Lord I ask that you will find Devon safe and unharmed. God we cast all our cares on you cause we know your able. Bring him home Lord...AMEN"
- Anna
"Praying for unity & bind anything unlike God in this situation!!! ALL IS WELL-we decree victory!"
- Miles Greene
"Heavenly Father we ask you to protect this young man - Devon wherever he is. Lord we know you are an almighty God and you and only you can bring this young man home safely to his family. Lord I ask you to cover him wherever he is and let him know Lord that no matter what the circumstances are, everything will be ok. Lord I ask you to cover his family Lord and give them peace while they continue to wait for the safe return of their son, nephew, grandson, brother, cousin and friend. In Jesus' Holy Name we Pray, AMEN....To God be the Glory."
- Maria & Briyana Rios
"Although a few weeks have passed and frequent prayer meetings are occurring less and less, the memory and concern for Devon is still fresh in my mind. Our minds try to grasp for answers that are left untold and our minds wander to "why's" and "how's." We often forget who really holds the future and everyone in it. We often forget that life does not go according to our own plans, we are just a portion of the picture God is making. Why do we try to find closure in anything but the Prince of Peace? Lord, we lift up a broken yet unified community. Bring peace, bring joy, bring, hope."
- Mark Heotzler
"Ah, Sovereign Lord, You have made the heavens and the earth by your great power and outstretched arm. Nothing is too hard for you. (Jeremiah 32:17) NIV"
- Celeste
"As a former Geneva College staff member, my heart is truly heavy for the family and friends of Devon as well as the students and staff on campus. May our great God give all of you His strength and peace. May He watch over you all as you wait and pray. And may Devon come home soon."
- Susan Moody
"My thoughts and prayers go out to you, his family. May the Lord wrap him in his heavenly protection. We lift our hearts and hands to you Jesus, our great King, and we pray that you send him home to be with his earthly family."
- D. Stephens
"Our thoughts and prayers are with Devon and his family. The Lord can and will keep this family in the palm of His hand."
- Chuck and Karen McAndrews
"May the peace that exceeds all of our understanding envelope the Geneva College family, Devon's family, and Devon wherever he is. God is good."
- Buddy, Milligan College/ETSU
"As a former campus chaplain, and current father of a son away at college, I can imagine how hard this is for Devon's family, friends and the Geneva College Community. I pray that the sovereign God would bring this young man back to his family and to college community and pursuits. I pray that all would continue in hope and support each other throughout this ordeal. It is unsettling and painful but there is a ministry to us all at such times as this to look to God in the mystery and comfort one another in every little way you can. It will be good for all. Still praying.
- Rev. Elward Ellis, Crossroads Presbyterian Church, Stone Mountain, GA
"Devon, your PA Baptist State Convention Youth and Young Adult Ministry miss you deeply. We are praying for your safe return. We will not cease our prayers until God answers. We love you and just want you to come home. We are trusting God to bring you safely back home! We will do what is needed to assist your family during this difficult time."
- Lisa West
"I heard on the Pgh. evening news about Devon two weeks ago and been praying for him and his family ever since then. May God give wisdom to those looking for him, grace to his family and friends, and mercy to Devon. May his safety, salvation and homecoming be in tact,... In the name of the One He sent to us, and through the power of the One He left behind for us!"
- Rev. James "JD" Hilliard, '69
"God, I ask that you would just lift this family up. Pour your spirit of peace on them. Thank you that you are a God who is in control and is good. I ask that you would protect Devon. Bless him. Amen."
- Becky
"Wherever Devon is, God is also. Father, be his comfort and joy, and ours also."
- Clint Kelly
"The news of Devon Minor's disappearance just came to me as I read the February news on the Geneva website. The sadness is heavy on my heart. When I saw the scores of prayers for Devon and his family from his fellow students, from faculty and staff, from alumni, from parents, and from Geneva friends, I realized, once again, that Geneva is a family forever. My personal prayers go out to the Minors and to all who search for our young Geneva family member, Devon. God be with all of us who have deep concern. My small check to the family in their time of special need has been sent. I know others will join with me."
- Dr. James Bowers '48 San Diego CA
"Devon, Please know that your are loved and in all adversity, nothing is that bad that cannot be 'fixed'."
- Kathryn Todd
"It has been many years since we came to Geneva as freshmen (Margaret came from the Clifton Heights area) but as alumni and parents our hearts and prayers go out to this young man and his family, and the entire Geneva community. We ask God's guidance for all those officials working on Devon's disappearance. May Devon, his family and friends take comfort in Psalm 139:7-12. God is with us no matter where we are!"
- Bill and Margaret Reid '63
"Devon and Geneva family, God is great; God is good; Let us thank Him. Trust and obey. Repent and believe. For Christ's names sake."
- D. B. Adams
"Father God, I just want to pray for Devon's safety and his return to his natural and extended family. I can't even begin to comprehend what they are experiencing right now, and I can't comprehend what he is going through. But you alone are God and you promise us in your word that not a hair on our heads drops without your knowledge. Father I commit him into your hands, we entrust him into your care. Have mercy on him and his family. In Jesus' name... amen."
"Devon and his family have been on my mind and in my prayers since I heard through facebook. Still praying, pleading with God for protection as well as answers. May the God of all comfort be near to Devon and his family and friends."
- Susan Pacella '01
"We are joining you in prayer."
- Strong Family, Tulsa OK
"As Geneva parents and alumni, we are deeply concerned for Devon and pray daily for his safe return. Our hearts go out to his family, and we pray that their hearts and minds will be kept in perfect peace as they trust in the Lord."
- Nancy Kirkwood
"Father, you have inexplicably seen fit to stop the heartbeat of Geneva by removing Devon from our fellowship. As imperfect children, we don't know or understand your will in this situation. Nevertheless, grant us peace and the realization that, by definition, your will is the best thing for us. Lord, we plead for your protection for Devon and we submit ourselves to the good you are orchestrating. Yours be the glory! Amen."
- Leah Achor
"My thoughts turn toward Devon daily, and I continually pray for his safe return and comfort for his family. God always watches over His children. May you find comfort in Jesus, brother."
- Nick Sasala
"Father God, You call Devon your beloved. Speak words of community and love and protection and strength to, through, and around him. We trust You, though it's hard. Thank You that this campus cares. Deepen the community here. Assure Devon and his family that You know the plans You have for them."
- A sister in Christ
"I continue to lift you to our Lord and Savior, Devon! God is able. He is our strength, our rock, and our deliverer!"
- Sharon Glover
"Never have to fear, they are there for you if you worry, call on the One that gives unconditional love and know your family will be there for you in a hurry. Know that there is no trouble. All you have to do is call them and they will be there on the double. Just pick up the phone and dail their number. They're waiting just for you Devon. Return home Devon, and please make it a safe return home."
"Father, I ask that you be with Devon and his family at this difficult time. Protect him and keep him safe in the palm of your hand."
- Gerald McKay
"Our prayers are with Devon's family members and we pray for a safe return for Devon. He is a very special and gifted person and deserves only the best. May our Lord watch over him and bring him home safely. You are all in our prayers, especially his family, friends, and the community at Geneva College."
- Sister Sophie Yondura and St. Helena Church and School Community
"Dear Geneva Community, please know that our university will pray for Devon and your campus today in our chapel service. We know that God's arm is not too short to extend to Devon and to you. May the Good Shepherd be very close to you in these days."
- Rev. Ken Dill, Associate Vice President for Spiritual Life, Southern Wesleyan University
"I join in the prayers for Devon & his family & friends. Keep him safe Lord Jesus and bring him back home safe to all who love & miss him. Be present Lord Jesus, be present!"
- Andi Sibley '82
"We are praying for Devon, his family, friends and the Geneva community, including the boys in Pearce Hall and Devon's classmates. Lord, please reveal the purpose of this tragedy to bring peace and comfort to your faithful followers. Let Devon and his family hear your voice and feel your arms around them. Hold them close and never let them go."
- Jane Shipley/Glen Arm, MD/Geneva mom
"Praying for the family for a safe and quick return for Devon. I don't know the family or Devon. I work at the home office for this college bookstore and this touched my heart when I saw the story posted. I pray that the Lord will send Devon home to you safely."
- Asantewaa Beasley
"My son attends Geneva. When we saw a report on our local news are hearts sank, wondering if it was our son. Finding out that it was not was comforting, but then our hearts turned to Devon's family. We prayed as a family that night that God would protect him. I have been praying for him. I put something on my facebook and others are now praying for him too. I was just sitting here praying and thinking again and it struck me that we should call all intercessors to pray for the whereabouts of Devon. God is pleased to reveal mysteries when we put our prayers to Him. So I am asking for all those who will, to begin to petition The Lord of Host, I Am, to give knowledge to give the exact location of Devon. God still answers prayers. My prayer is that Devon will be found and family will know the total peace of God right now. My heart goes out to family and friends who are close to him."
- Lisa Hebb
"Gail, I'm praying for you and your family. Devon, I'm praying that you are safe and for you to come home to your family.
1 Corinthians 10:13 NIV
'No temptation has seized you except what is common to man. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can stand up under it.' Love u."
- Andrea Kitchens
"I am praying that God finds Devon and brings him home safe and unharmed! I dont know him but he is a child of God which makes him my brother in Christ! I pray that God watches over him!"
- Christina Adenuga
"'If I rise on the wings of the dawn, if I settle on the far side of the sea, even there your hand will guide me, your right hand will hold me fast.' Ps. 139:9, 10 Father, we know Devon is in your hands and we trust you. Please bring him home safe."
- Joanna Ward
"My prayers are with Devon and his family."
- Gabrielle
"We trust God through it all. May the Lord keep Devon's family during this ordeal. My prayers go out to the entire Geneva community."
- The Swann Family
"We are praying for Devon's safe return. God is in control. Our prayers go out to his family."
- Calvin and Debby Henderson
"I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills from whence cometh my help. My help cometh from the Lord. Psalm 121
Dearest God...We come to you in the name of Jesus asking that you lead Devon back to us, his family and friends. I pray that Devon is safe by the blood of Jesus...by the love of Jesus...by the stripes of Jesus...We believe and understand that ALL IS POSSIBLE THROUGH JESUS...SUCH AS DEVON's SAFE RETURN HOME.
Devon...Please know that we care and love you dearly...we are waiting on you to return home so that we can do the deed of God to love and let love."
- With Love...Your Cousins Liz, Tarita and Lexi
"Heartbreaking. Can only think about this situation and pray about it. God help everyone involved."
- Josh
"May the Lord bring you home safe and sound to your family. There is no problem too big or small for the man above. Just look up and give him all you have. I really wish you a safe return. God bless the family. My prayers are with you all."
- Jamie Caracter, Beaver Falls
"I know that God is in control of this whole situation and he knows where and why Devon is gone. My prayer is that God would just come down on his life and bring him back to his family and this loving campus community very soon, and that he would remain safe where ever he may be."
- Tyler
"Lord Jesus, It was so good to meet Devon while working last semester. I pray that you protect him and he returns safely."
- Monica Boyer
"Joining you all in prayer."
- Renae in St. Louis
"We can rest in the comfort of the fact that our Lord knows just where he is and has it all under his control. One of my prayers is that this whole ordeal will open all of our eyes to the hurting. May we not turn away from those we may uplift. This is every parents worst nightmare. My best wishes and prayers are with all concerned."
- A. Paulson
"These prayers are coming from Bronx, New York. I am praying for a positive outcome. Please God, bring Devon back home safely."
- Ladystumz
"I don't know Devon personally but I had an English class with him last semester. He was always quiet and I wish I would have taken the time to reach out and get to know him. I know that God is watching over him and is making sure that he is safe. After all this may be part of God's plan for Devon. I will continue to pray for Devon's safe return to Geneva or to wherever God is taking him."
- Anonymous
"Heavenly Father, we lift up Devon and his family to you. Lord send your angels to guard over Devon. Lord we pray for his return to his family and school safely. We thank you that you are an answering God. These things we pray in Jesus name."
- Tanis Smith
"May God's love, grace and peace comfort Devon and his family and friends."
- Margaret and Dave Raab, Geneva parents
"Prayer from North Carolina. My family and I join the countless others in prayer for Devon's safety and his soon return to those who love and miss him. Our father will protect him no matter the reason for his departure. May God comfort and bless Devon's family, friends and fellow classmates."
- Bob Braswell
"Ps.4:8b 'For you alone, O Lord, make me dwell in safety.' Praying the Lord would be your comfort and strength."
- Courtney and Barb Miller
"Our Father, who art in heaven. Hallowed be they name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done! Father, we first want to tell you thank you! Even in a time like this, we still tell you thank you sir! For we know that you are a God who makes no mistakes and you do everything well. Thank you! We now pray that you will intervene in this matter O God! Lord put your hand into the situation, God show up. For we know that when you show up, everything will be ok! Touch the family right now God, touch the friends and campus at large! Keep them in the hallow parts of your hand God and rock them in the craddle od your loving arms at a time such as this. We know you to be a heavy load sharer God and ask that you would take the burden from them God and give them rest and peace of mind Lord! If you do these things God, we will be careful to give your name all the glory, all the honor and all the praise. And it is in the name of the once crucified savior Jesus the Christ we pray. For this is your servants prayer. Amen!"
- Minister Shawn Torres
"My prayers are with Devon & his family for his safe return."
- T. Jones
"Lord, I don't know Devon personally, but I do see how his disappearance has affected this community...I see the hurt and the worry on the faces of faculty, staff, students, and the Beaver Falls community. So Lord, I just ask you protect Devon, wherever he may be, and give comfort to his friends and family. Give him strength and let him know that everyone is praying for his safe return and for protection from harm. And whatever happens, let us remember that it is Your will."
- Kaetlyn Blair
"We have loved you since the day your born. We will love you for an eternity. I miss you...we miss you. We need you. 'Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.' (Deuteronomy 31:6)"
- Auntie
"'Hope does not disappoint us, because God has poured out his love into our hearts by the Holy Spirit, whom he has given us.' It is with hope and expectation that I pray for Devon's safe return. God is able!"
- Angela Scott
"God, please guide Devon wherever he might be. Please bring him back to his family and friends. Keep him safe, help his family through this time and help them get through this tough part safely. Let him know that even people that don't even know him are praying for him and wanting him to be safe and come home. Whatever happens, please watch over him, his friends at Geneva, and his family."
- Andrea Gajewski
"We pray that you come home safely and soon, Devon. May God look after you and protect you."
- Linda A. Kordsmeier
"Devon is a son of both of my high schools friends. I remember when his mother gave birth to him. I just want to send my prays and love out to the family and class mates. I know God will send him home. Love Pam."
- Pamela A. Gray, class of '88 Dobbins Mustangs
"God is able, and my prayer is that he keeps Devon in his arms of protection. Peace of mind to Gail and the family, for our God is faithful."
- Kenneth Anderson
"My St. Jude AME church family is praying for Devon's safe return. I pray that he is safe and will be returned to his family. Remember we must turn it over to God. Please dear God comfort his family during these difficult time."
- Yvonne Harrison
"I will continue to pray for Devon to return safe to his family and friends who love him so much. To his family... continue to pray and the lord will give you strength. I so wish there was more we could do to help. You're in my thoughts and prayers daily!!"
- Tina
"I pray for his safe return. I will continue to pray for his family and his safe return."
- Cynthia
"We pray for Devon and the family. We are praying that Devon is just working through issues. He is a child of God and thus he is covered by prayer and God's hedge of protection, wherever he is. Remember you may not be able to change these circumstances, but God can. Our family is here for you and yours. Thank you to the Geneva family for the love prayers and support that has been shown."
- Robert and Starr Dixon
"My son is a Geneva graduate, and my thoughts and prayers are for everyone in this situation. Devon if you are able to read these messages, know that God loves you and there are many people praying for you. No matter what your situation is God is able to help you overcome it and there are many fine people at Geneva who want to help you. I am praying that I soon hear of your safe return. God bless you, your family, and your 'Geneva Family.'"
- Laura Murphy
"I am deeply saddened by this news. I will send my prayers and thoughts for Devon's safe return, and many continuous thoughts and prayers to comfort his family and friends."
- Megan
"Our hearts and prayers for your safe return. Just know that help is on the way. Stay strong Devon."
- DJ Truuf
"We love the Lord and love Geneva College. Our daughter is a freshman and this news of Devon's disappearance is so hard to grasp. We dont know him but even so feel so heart sick and helpless as to how we can help. Praying for Devon's safety and that this horrible mystery will be resolved with a happy ending for him and his family."
- Susan Hall
"I pray that no matter what happens to Devon, his family would have peace. I also pray that Geneva's Community continues to grow in faith and pray together. Don't let this fire burning in all of us right now fade away."
- Travis Smith
"Our prayers are with Devon and his family. Stay faithful. Proverbs 3:5-6"
- The Baudendistels
"We have been made aware of Devon's missing from our friend Mary Jane. We will continue to pray that Devon returns home safely, SOON. 'Dear Lord in Heaven, please watch over Devon, keep him safe & help return him home to his loved ones who need & love him so much. In Christ Jesus, we pray Amen.'"
- Karen & Roger Stepien, Olathe, KS
"Father please keep him close, watch over him, and bring him back to his family safe from harm. We know through you all things are possible. Devon, we are praying for you and your family."
- D. Crump
"Devon, If you're listening, please know you are not alone - as much as it might feel like you are. God is always with you. Open your heart to Him. He's there to comfort you. There's nothing you cannot face or handle with Him at your side. Everyone is concerned about you - please let us help you. Just let someone know you're okay. Please."
- G. Carpenter
"Our son is a senior at Geneva. We are praying for Devon's safe return and for the Lord to comfort his family during this dark time."
- Barbara and Kevin Carroll
"We are parents of a Geneva sophomore and do not know Devon but will continue to pray for his protection and safe return, and comfort and peace for his family."
- Jim and Kris Fronius
"God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear, though the earth give way and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea, though it's waters roar and foam and the mountains quake with their surging. Our family has been praying for Devon to return safely from wherever he may be. We also pray for comfort and strength for his family during this time. Cling to the Lord and He will give you His peace."
- The Marshall Family
"LaSallian friend and brother. Our hearts and prayers are with you and your family. You are not alone."
- Dee Scott
"He is my rock and there is no unrighteousness in Him. Psalm 92:15
May the Lord bring comfort to the Geneva community, Devon, and his family."
- Jessi Young Brown '03
"Father, we pray that you be with Devon wherever he may be right now. We ask that his family would cling to you and hold to you through these rough times and that you would comfort them in the love that is pouring out from our campus and extended community Father. These are troubling times, but we know that whatever may come of this is your divine plan. I pray that we trust in you and cling to you as a community and to not let speculation or lies keep us from continually crying out to you for the safe return of Devon."
- Shaka Sydnor '10
"I retired from Geneva College just before Devon began classes as a freshman, so I have never met him. I have been praying for Devon and his family since the news about his being missing broke. I pray that he is safe and will be found soon. I ask God's comfort on his family and also on the Geneva College family. I think that sometimes students can get lost in the crowd and are not known by many on campus. If Devon is reading this, please know that this is not intentional and that you are a vital link of what makes Geneva College special. 'He guides me in right paths for His name's sake, and even though I walk in the dark valley, He is at my side with His rod and staff that give me courage.' Psalm 23.
God Bless!"
- Bob Triance
"I pray that the Lord places a hedge of protection around this young man. Knowing that this young man is blessed and is needed by family, friends and classmates. I don't know him personally but he is still my brother in the Lord so I will join in with prayers and hope."
- Carl Jay
"Lord, hold Devon in the hollow of your hand."
- Kathleen Egan
"Devon we don't know each other but we are connected in more ways than one. I first learned of your disappearance from your cousin Eric via FB. I am praying for you and your family and awaiting your safe reunion with family and friends. You are truly missed. Please come back home to put everyone's mind at ease. You have truly touched a lot of people all over the world with your character and innocence. Whatever you are going through within, you definitely do not have to go through it alone. Please know you have people who love you with everything they have to love. Let God guide you back into the arms of your loved ones. Remember your friends and family are not giving up on you so don't you give up! Don't give up Devon!"
- Markeeda Brown-Adams
"Dear Lord. Watch over him tonight, God is our hope and strength, a very present help in trouble.
Therefore will we not fear, though the earth be moved, and though the hills be carried into the midst of the sea;
Though the waters thereof rage and swell, and though the mountains shake at the tempest of the same.
There is a river, the streams whereof make glad the city of God, the holy place of the tabernacle of the Most High.
- Psalms 46: 1-4"
- Jesse Hribar
"May the right hand of the Lord do valiantly, for HIS arm is NOT TOO SHORT! May the peace and comforting presence of the Lord sustain the family."
- Mary Beth Pecora
"I don't know Devon personally, as it has been twenty one years since I graduated from Geneva. But I am praying for Devon as one alumni to a future alumni. I will put Devon on my home church prayer list this week. God watch over Devon and bring him home safely to his family and friends. Restore peace to the entire Geneva family and community."
- K. Slater
"Devon please know how important and loved you are too so many of us at LaSalle..You are loved..."
- Jeanne Brabson
"'When I said, 'My foot is slipping,' your steadfast love, O Lord, held me up. When anxiety was great within me, your consolation brought joy to my soul.'
Psalm 94:18-19
Lord, please have mercy in this situation and glorify Yourself. In Your name, Amen."
- Anna Chisholm
"Heavenly Father please hear our prayers of so many to protect this young man and return him safely to his home. I hold Devon and his family close to my heart and will pray for strength, faith and comfort that only you can provide for them at a time like this."
- Linda Colhouer
"My prayer is that Devon is found so that his family has some closure."
- D. Coudriet
"We are praying for you Devon and your family that you will be ok and safe may God bless you. From Malvern, Ohio"
- Mike and Michelle Larson
"Lord, please be with Devon and his family. As a parent I can only imagine how scary and devastating it would be to not know where you child is. Please bring Devon home and comfort his family."
- April Hoffman
"Praying for him."
- Mike Funovits
"Devon was always a pleasure to be around. And it pains me to hear this news but I will continue to pray to God for his return and that his family be comforted in this time. Please help Devon and bring him back safely!"
- Ryan Ansel
"Praying for Devon's return. God bless him. Keep him safe."
- Towanda Miales
"We were reminded this past Sunday that God is present wherever we are. My prayer is that he and his family will experience the presence of God. I am upholding him, his family, and the college is my prayers. May God bring something good out of this as only He can."
- Joan Giles
"Thank you so much to all of you for your prayers for Devon and his Family. We at the Mt. Zion Baptist Church are truly touched by your out pouring concern. We believe in the power of Prayer and God's promises. We Thank you in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ."
- Tracey Kirby-Martin
"Gracious Father we ask for your loving hand on Devon and his family. Be with them and let them know your peace which passes all understanding."
- Carrie Nemec (freshman parent)
"Father God, I pray for all of those involved in finding Devon. I pray for answers to questions. I pray for Devon's family, and for them to feel Your presence at this time. I pray for Devon's safe and quick return."
- Amy Tomes Lanz '99
"Heavenly Father,
We rejoice that you are the high God. You are above all and in all. Lord, hear our cry, that wherever Devon is, You would be with him, comfort him, and cover him with Your Love. Tear down the walls that separate Your body from being a unified body of believers, which you have commanded us to be. Let us truely be one in your name.
We praise You that You are bigger than any sorrow we could ever face, and that in the midst of evil, turmoil, and heartache, Your name will be glorified both now and forevermore.
In the Holy name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord of all I pray, Amen."
- Tyler Schoenberger
"My prayers and thoughts go out to Devon and his family. I pray for his safe return. GOD is watching over him."
- Y Williams
"Our Father,
We thank you that you know exactly what is going on and no matter what happens, you are in control. I ask that, as your will is carried out in this situation, you have mercy on all involved and continue to show your care and love. Please watch over everyone involved. I'd love to see Devon come back safe Father, but whatever your perfect will is, let it be well with our souls. Comfort his friends, family, and all of us students and faculty that maybe didn't know him, but still care.
In Jesus' name. Amen."
- Kayla Hawk
"For Devon's family:
So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.
- Isaiah 41:10
May God hear our pleading and our prayers. He is a God that answers."
- Roman Kozak
"Father we pray that you are watching over Devon and keeping him safe from harm. Please be with his family and friends bringing them comfort and love in this time of need. Please bring Devon back to them and let us all rejoice and praise Your Name!"
- Greg, Julie & Sarah Metzger
"Precious Father, We plead the blood of Jesus over Devon right now, right where he is. Your eye sees and Your heart is moved. We know that 'NOTHING can separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus.' We speak that over Devon, his family and all the Geneva 'family'. Devon, there is no problem, no struggle, no disease, no person, no name that is higher than the name of Jesus! You are loved and we will continue to pour your name out before the throne room of Grace. In Jesus Christ Alone"
- The Jones Family, 1990 alumni
"To the family, God is a keeper in all things and sometimes when we are in the mist of it all, we can't seem to see our way through. 'BUT GOD'! I will continue to pray and pray and pray, because we know that prayer changes thing. Loving on you and your family at this critical time."
- Evangelist Ar'tice Coleman
"Devon, as a former Pearce Hall brother, and an alumni, I am praying for your safe return. And wherever you are may God bless you and keep you. I am sending out prayers to Devon's family. All of us in Delaware County are praying for you!"
- Bryan Wilfong 05'
"Heavenly Father,
We pray for Devon's safe return. We trust in you completely and know that you are with him. Watch over him and guide him back to the Geneva community and his family. We pray for strength and courage, especially for the Minor family. Devon, wherever you are, may God hold you in the palm of his hand."
- Janine Speakman, Mother of Alex L. (Class of 12)
"Father I pray that you will put a hedge of protection around Devon wherever he is. Please Lord, let him know you are with him now and always. I pray for his family that you will give them peace and comfort at this time. I also, pray for his fellow classmates and friends that you will comfort them."
- Lori Sullivan (freshman parent)
"I believe at this point hope is everything. Something in the back of my mind keeps saying Devon will return, and everytime it says that I say it."
- Tirzah, Devons cousin
"As a parent of an adult and two teenagers, my heart is broken for Devon and his family. I pray daily for his safe return and may he always stay in God's loving arms."
- Marjie Murphy
"Lord, we lift Devon up to you, asking you to shield him, surround him with your love and protection. Encourage his family with a special outpouring of love from those who are praying and care. Help Devon to know that NOTHING can separate him from the Love of God."
- Gini Canonge Roskam 75'
"Lord, we pray for Devon and his safe return to campus! Protect him wherever he may be. Be with his family as they wait this out. Be with the Geneva community/campus/college as they help do what they can to see him return safely."
- Miriam Miller (freshman parent)
"Father, You are the Great and Good one who cares for His people. Care now for your son Devon and his family. Reveal with clarity your love amidst the frustrating mystery of this situation. We call on you to be Devon's rescue... and we trust you to redeem this situation for your ultimate glory."
- Ian S
"I'm not even on campus anymore, but my heart feels the severity of this situation. Geneva certainly is a community of care, and I hope Devon and his family & friends sense that in this time of need…
Lord, we pray for your will to be done in this situation and that you would be glorified. We know you love Devon and all those most precious to him. Cover these people with your presence. Give investigators your wisdom & guidance and bring the truth to light. We ask for your grace on Devon and that you would guide him to safety, warmth, clarity, and purpose. No matter where he is right now, may he know he is loved and know you more! Also be with the student body, professors, and administration as they try to make sense of this situation and lean on each other for support in a challenging time. May Geneva become even more resilient through this trial. In your name alone, Amen."
- Tes (Searles '08) Freed
"Lord, we all know how tough it can be living in this world, and in a place far away from the comforts of home, especially for us loners. Wherever Devon is, I pray that You cover him with Your love and help him realize You are bigger than any of his problems, and that he can come back to Geneva and his own family and find comfort and fellowship and support, even if he has been led astray to believe the lie that no one cares about him or wants to help him."
- Andy Kerstetter '10
"Oh Lord heavenly father, I simply ask for You is to please continue to watch over Devon and bring him a sense comfort and love whenever he needs it the most which is at this moment. Also please continue to remind him that he will always be loved by You, Jesus, his family, the Geneva College Staff, his classmates, and his friends. Remind him that he is not alone in this world and that everyone is going through similar issues and/or personal conflicts. Lord, I pray from the bottom of my heart that Devon is safe, loved, guided, and appreciated by You always."
- Elaina Vaughan
"My heart is filled with the outpouring of love on behalf of Devon. Devon is an active member of my church. I have watched him grow. To know that he has this much support at school and the power of the Holy Spirit within him is my solace at this very difficult time. God bless DEVON, Gail, Kendall, Mt. Zion Baptist Church, the entire Geneva Community. You are, Lord God, a very present help in a time of sorrow!"
- Stephanie Anderson
"My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Geneva College Family at this most difficult time."
- M G Miller
"My son is a freshman at Geneva and he is praying for Devon. I too am praying for him and his family. I do know that the prayers of the righteous availeth much. I will be asking my church family to pray for his safe return."
- Alberta Dillihay
"Heavenly Father, I pray you reach down and embrace Devon in your loving arms so that he is not alone, comfort and guide him every step of the way until he is safely home in the loving care of his family and friends. Open the eyes of the state and local officials so they may find clues to aid them in Devon's safe return home. May your sweet mercies fall down like rain on Devon and his family to comfort and guide them in this time of need. We all come together as one and are crying out to You Lord--Help Devon find his way home."
- Vicki Nodianos
"I entered Geneva as a freshman engineering student in 1980 from Delaware County. Geneva was a nurturing place. My self and a fellow Geneva engineering grad are praying for Devon and his family."
- Mark Green '84
"I, as many others, don't know Devon personally but his disappearance has impacted my life tremendously. My nephew Adam has been close friends with him since grade school. I pray that whatever the outcome is, we all learn a valuable lesson from this and that is to take the time to let our loved ones know constantly how much we care about them and how much they mean to us because we never know what tomorrow brings. That is why they call today the present because it is a gift from God. Appreciate who and what you have because tomorrow is not guaranteed for anyone. Lord I pray for Devon's safe return and that wherever he may be you provide him comfort and peace and watch over him. In Jesus name, Amen."
- Wanda Raudenbush
"I had the pleasure of doing community service with Devon a few years ago. Watching Devon interact with the patients we were working with at the center we were doing service was priceless. Devon had a grin from ear to ear when he was conversing with these patients. My endless prayers go out to Devon, his family, and all those who have the fortune of knowing him. I pray to God that we will soon be able to rejoice and be with Devon."
- Andrew Ansel
"Lord I pray to you to surround Devon wherever he is with your mighty Angels of protection, keep him safe from harm and return him to his family safely. I lift the family up in prayer that they have strength, courage and faith to know that God is in control."
- Nannette Johnson
"I've known Devon since June of 2010 and I can truly say that he has come to be one of my closest friends. Though he is soft spoken and shy, behind those characteristics are a loving, caring, and joyful Devon that only few people get to see. I pray that God will give me, his family, and most importantly Devon the strength that we all need to get through this tough time. I am trusting and believing in GOD's wonderful name and his power and his mercy that Devon will return safe and sound. KEEP PRAYING!"
- Kevin Pressley
"Praying for Devon, his family and the entire Geneva Community. May God give you all the strength and peace you need in this difficult time."
- Janet Smith '72
"Lord, In the presence of so much unknown may we cling to the one thing that never fails, that never changes . . . your love for us. Please watch over Devon where ever he may be. Keep him safe and may he feel your unfailing love for him."
- Katherine Michalak
"Heavenly Father, we come to you in prayer for Devon Minor. Father please protect him and ensure that he is returned safely to his family and loved ones. We ask this is Jesus' name. Amen."
- Carmen Butler
"Lord, I do not know Devon but I pray that you would keep him from harm and wrap your arms of protection around him. There are so many people here praying for him. Give his family comfort and bring him home safely."
- Bethany Lemmon
"I am praying for the safe return of Devon. Devon graduated with my son from LaSalle College High School and is forever a member of the LaSalle family. I am certain the entire LaSalle community is praying for Devon and his family."
- Susan McHugh
"Mine and my family's thoughts and prayers are with Devon and the whole Geneva Family."
- Stephen Searle '04
"May peace and comfort that only our Lord can provide surround his family."
- Carrie Havranek
"Heavenly Father, we lift up in prayer your child, Devon, trusting in your goodness. We ask for your care and protection over this young man and his family. Please bring Devon home to them safely and soon. May Your peace be upon them all."
- The George Altmann Family
"Devon is a close family friend and my prayers are out for his safe return. Lord, may you please guide him back to his family and loved ones."
- Doreen Pierre-Louis
"LORD please bring Devon home to us safely."
- Susan Parker
"Lord, we pray that Your presence would be known in this situation in a mighty and powerful way. Watch over Devon and his family, and let him return safely."
- Anne M
"Hope he finds his way home soon. Such a quiet kid doesn't deserve to be in this situation. Hope to hear some good news soon. Your in my prayers."
- Mike
"I have requested prayers for Devon on my fb page and there is an outpouring of support coming from all over the country. Praying for Devon's safe return and strength for his family during this excruciating time."
- Susan Schenk
"Dear Lord, we ask for Your Grace to bring Devon home safe & sound. You are sovereign over all things, and nothing is too hard for you. Our son attends Geneva, and we consider Devon one of our own. Our CT church is also praying for his safe return home. We also ask you Lord to extend every comfort to Devon's family. And we give you praise & thanks in all things."
- Martha & Mitch SJ, Ashford, CT
"Our family and church family lifts Devon and his family up in prayer. Praying for strength and Devon's safe return."
- Phyllis Lemmon
"Please, God. Bring him home safely."
- Lindsay Penn
"I pray Lord that you guide Devon back to where he is supposed to be. I pray your presence fulfills him and he will return home soon. Nothing is impossible through you."
- Emily Violet
"Lord, may You protect Devon wherever he may be. Guide him in the right path if he is lost. Shield his body with Your embrace. Give hope, faith, and strength to the friends and loved ones of Devon. Lord, this is in Your hands. I pray that he returns safely. Bring him home, Father."
- Anonymous Love
"Father, thank you that you know and feel what Devon and his family are going through right now. You know and understand better than I can ever imagine. Please give Your comfort and peace and return him safely. Thank you that we can trust that all of this is in Your hands."
- Kate Grissett
"Lord, we are praying for Devon. All of us at Pearce, on campus, your family, and the community. Please protect him from harm and be with him through this time."
- Aaron Marga
"Dear Lord, I ask you in the name of Jesus for your will to be done. I hope and pray that Devon is well and is found soon. I also pray that whatever happens, you Lord are glorified. My prayers are with the family."
- Jackie Greenawalt
"Dear Lord, please keep Devon safe & let him know that You are there with him wherever he may be. Comfort his family & wrap Your loving arms around them & give them peace."
- Nancy Santilli
"Our Father in Heaven,
I pray that Devon would want to come back to Geneva and do everything he can to come back. Please protect him. For us at Geneva, strengthen our love for one another, and our trust in you. Help his family to rely on you."
- Scott Stewart
"Lord, we ask that you may ease Devon's heart, mind, and soul. Father, wherever he is, he is with you. May you bless him with a safe return, and that he may see we are a family that loves him. Help us to love him as you have loved us Lord. Please be with him, ease the fears and concerns of his friends, family, and others who have become concerned. Please bless the officials looking for our brother. May they stand strong in the Lord. Your will be done and not our own Lord. In Jesus Name. Amen."
- Casey Main
"God, we ask that you be with Devon wherever he may be. You are the only one who knows his whereabouts and about this safety. God we ask as Devon's sisters and brothers in Christ that you watch over and protect him. We also ask God, that you watch over his family. God please give them peace and comfort in this seemingly difficult time. We pray all of this in your sons precious name. Amen."
- Meagan Bailey
"Father God, I know that You are watching over Your son, Devon. It is my prayer that this child is returned to his earthly family safely. I pray for the strength and comfort of Devon's family. Your will be done, Amen!"
- Shyreeta Mouzone Harris
"Praying that God will wrap His loving arms around Devon, his family and the Geneva Community during this time. Father, keep Devon safe and reunite him with those who care and love him. Give his family and the Geneva community strength and wisdom and be with them in a very special way."
- Diane Janney '84
"God, please bring Devon back to us safely. I don't know him personally, but I know that he is a part of our family here at Geneva College. I ask that you please bring him back safely to his family and keep him safe."
- Ty Blanco
"Devon, the saints in Los Angeles have been praying for your safety and well-being since we were made aware of this yesterday.
May this experience be used unto the glory of the Lord Jesus Christ and may it draw you, your family, and the Geneva College community into greater commitment and enjoyment of the Lord Jesus!"
- Los Angeles, CA, Reformed Presbyterian Church
"Devon, We at La Salle are praying for your safe return to campus and to your family and friends."
- C Haggerty
"I don't know Devon but however I have a son at Geneva. I pray that God would shield and protect him from any hurt, harm or danger. God comfort his family, give them the strength that they need a this difficult time."
- Regina Muschette
"Lord, I ask you to bring Devon home soon. Please keep him safe and please comfort his family and give them Your peace."
- Amanda Craciun
"Lord our hearts are heavy at this time, not knowing what is going on or where Devon is. We do know that you know all things and our prayer is that you bring light to the situation and return Devon back to his family and campus community safely."
- Cynthia Cook
"Lord, we pray for Devon and ask for his safe return to the Geneva Community. We pray for Your hand of protection upon him and Your grace and peace for his family. I pray too for all in the Geneva Community and for Your comfort. May You be glorified in a mighty way that demonstrates Your faithfulness and truth to all."
- Matt Polka
"I pray for a safe return. To the family of Devon... think positive and pray. My heart is touched by this story for I have a son who will go away to school this year. I wish a safe return soon."
- Angelique Sutton
"I join the Geneva community in prayer for Devon and his loved ones. May he bring them all comfort and return Devon home safely."
- Natalie Bath
"My daughter is a junior there & my family's prayers are sent for his safe return."
- Joann Haney
"Pray that God keeps him from harm and keeps him safe and that God would comfort his family through this difficult time. Hebrews 11:1."
- Chuck Walters
"Father God I reach out to you. I ask in your name to keep Devon's family strong. Lord I ask that you will find Devon safe and unharmed. God we cast all our cares on you cause we know your able. Bring him home Lord...AMEN"
- Donna Robinson
"Wherever he is, whatever he is doing, and however he is feeling, we pray that the Lord will be with him and comfort him and his family."
- Kyle Beckhusen
"Lord, I cannot say I know Devon, but as a brother, I ask that you bring him home."
- Josiah Thompson
"God, bring Devon back home safely to his family. Let him know how much everyone loves him and misses him right now and let him realize he has people here to support him whatever he's going through."
- Alex Dunaway
"Lord we pray that you bring Devon back to us safe. We trust you and know that you love Devon more than we could imagine. Please comfort his family during this hard time. Lord, let us who live in Pearce Hall truly come together as a brotherhood and trust you for Devon's safety."
- Micah Yarger
"I don't know Devon personally but I have seen him around campus and my heart reaches out to his family and friends. To be honest, I'm scared…I'd be lying if I said I wasn't, but what I am scared for is not my safety but for Devon′s safety. I pray that wherever he may be he is safe and know that there are people who care and hope for his return. Only God knows where exactly Devon is, and I pray that He is watching over him."
- Ji Yun Bae
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If you get arrested for a speeding ticket, jaywalking, a bell too quiet on your bicycle and other minor offences, then you all get arrested and strip searched by the police as a matter of regular procedure. Yes, America has entered the world of the outrageous.
America, as you know it, no longer exists as we are now officially a police state. Americans have lost the majority of our rights - like civil rights, privacy rights, and just about everything else they could take. All our rights have slowly eroded since 9/11 out of the fear of terrorism.
Police now possess sweeping, authoritarian, unlimited, absolute powers to do whatever they like to you, your spouse, your family, your children, your friends because it is all at the discretion of the police. If a cop is having a bad day then expect yours to get a lot worse too because there is nothing to stop him.
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HearUSA Introduces AARP Hearing Care Program for Americans Aged 50+ in Delaware Today
Jun 08, 2010, 09:10 ET
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., June 8 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Designed to help millions of Americans aged 50+ who have hearing loss, the AARP Hearing Care program, provided by HearUSA (Amex: EAR), is being launched in Delaware today as part of a nationwide rollout.
While one in 10 Americans have hearing loss, it is older men and women who are much more likely to suffer from this life altering condition. According to the National Institutes of Health, nearly one in five adults 45-64 years old; one in three adults 65-74 years old; and half of all adults 75 years old or older have a hearing impairment.
The program being introduced today is provided by HearUSA, one of the nation's leading providers of hearing aids and hearing care.
Delaware residents are among the millions of 50+ Americans nationwide who will have access to the Hearing Care Program, which is exclusively for AARP members and available only through selected credentialed hearing healthcare providers.
"The program features more affordable state-of-the-art digital hearing aids that are also smaller, smarter and more comfortable than ever before," said Stephen Hansbrough, CEO and chairman of HearUSA.
Hansbrough added that the program offers uniform pricing and extended warranties on hearing aids and related products; thorough testing and evaluation; and all-important best practices hearing rehabilitation (acclimation guidance and support) that far exceed industry standards.
It is anticipated that, by 2011, the HearUSA nationwide network of approximately 3,500 credentialed hearing care providers will be available to AARP members in all 50 states and the US territories.
Following are the hard facts about hearing loss:
• Loss of hearing is a serious life issue, a medical condition that is associated with physical, emotional, mental and social well-being.
• Among seniors, hearing loss is the most prevalent medical condition, following arthritis and hypertension.
• Ninety-five percent of all Americans with hearing loss can be treated with hearing aids.
• However, only one person in five who could benefit from hearing aids uses them.
"This program has been designed to address the concerns and confusion that are preventing so many from receiving treatment for their hearing loss," said Dr. Cindy Beyer, audiologist and HearUSA senior vice president.
For a detailed description of the HearUSA hearing care program for AARP members, please visit: http://www.hearusa.com/aarp
About HearUSA
HearUSA is the recognized leader in hearing care for the nation's top managed care organizations through its network of more than 2,000 hearing care providers, including 178 company-owned locations. HearUSA is the nation's only hearing care network accredited by URAC, an independent, nonprofit health care accrediting organization dedicated to promoting health care quality through accreditation, certification and commendation. For more information about HearUSA visit www.hearusa.com, or go to www.hearingshop.com for a wide selection of hearing related products available for purchase online.
About AARP
AARP is a nonprofit, nonpartisan membership organization that helps people 50+ have independence, choice and control in ways that are beneficial and affordable to them and society as a whole. AARP does not endorse candidates for public office or make contributions to either political campaigns or candidates. We produce AARP The Magazine, the definitive voice for 50+ Americans and the world's largest-circulation magazine with over 35.5 million readers; AARP Bulletin, the go-to news source for AARP's 40 million members and Americans 50+; AARP Segunda Juventud, the only bilingual U.S. publication dedicated exclusively to the 50+ Hispanic community; and our website, AARP.org. AARP Foundation is an affiliated charity that provides security, protection, and empowerment to older persons in need with support from thousands of volunteers, donors, and sponsors. We have staffed offices in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
AARP Services Inc., founded in 1999, is a wholly-owned taxable subsidiary of AARP. AARP Services manages the provider relationships for and performs quality control oversight of the wide range of products and services that carry the AARP name and are made available by independent providers as benefits to AARP's almost 40 million members. The provider offers currently span health products, travel and leisure products, and life event services. Specific products include Medicare supplemental insurance; member discounts on rental cars, cruises, vacation packages and lodging; special offers on technology and gifts; pharmacy services; legal services; and long-term care insurance. AARP Services also engages in new product development activities for AARP and provides certain consulting services to outside companies. In 2005, AARP Services founded AARP Financial Inc., a wholly-owned taxable subsidiary that manages the provider relationships for and performs quality control oversight for the financial products that carry the AARP name, including credit cards, auto and home, mobile home and motorcycle insurance, and life insurance and annuities. AARP Financial also provides access to proprietary investment products and services, including mutual funds and financial guidance, designed to meet the needs of investors at any life stage.
Contact: Paige Brough,
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Corporate Communications
561-478-8770 (Ext 134)
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Talking Squawk: Blogging tidbits, insight and some sarcasm on the WEEK THAT WAS and the WEEK TO COME from the notepad of the senior executive producer of "Squawk Box."
It was the word everybody heard, thought or felt at 8:30 a.m. ET on Friday morning.
Only 88,000 new non-farm jobs were created in March.
Not 200,000. Not 150,000. Not even 100,000. Not good.
The sequester, payroll tax hike, budget impasse, health care reform, seasonal spring swoon, retail pullback, President Barack Obama, Congress (The Walking Dead) …
Blame it on whatever you want.
If you are an investor, the word that says it best is … "Ouch!" (Actually, "This sucks" and a host of other phrases also work, but I don't think I'm allowed to write them here—this is a family blog.)
It was a 180-degree mood swing in the newsroom from how we started the week Monday morning, which was the beginning of Q2. The S&P 500 had closed out the first three months of the year by beating its record closing high set in October 2007.
(Read More: We Ask the Pros: Too Late to Buy Record-High Stocks?)
It was also Opening Day for baseball this week. (Wow, the Yankees look great again this year … crickets!)
We all felt good and even found a way to work in '90s teen idols Hanson (website) and their timeless 1997 hit "MMMBop" into the program. (I could play you the clip, but the music lawyers here at CNBC would have me fired, and then would sue me just for sport.) Here's the chorus:
"Mmm bop, ba duba dop / Ba du bop, ba duba dop / Ba du bop, ba duba dop / Ba du / Mmm bop, ba duba dop / Ba du bop, Ba du dop / Ba du bop, Ba du dop..." — Hanson, MMMBop, 1997
You can let your mind run wild about the hidden market messages these teen prophets were trying to tell us. But "up, up and away" was still our theme, and we literally were singing in the commercial breaks.
I should also point out for all you market doomsayers out there, the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 11 percent in the first quarter. The blue chip index has never finished in negative territory for the year when it was up at least 8 percent in Q1. (Can you give me an "Mmm Bop!")
Of course, now post-Friday's jobs report, I realize that I sound like my flood insurance salesman pushing a new insurance policy based on top historic flooding levels three weeks before Superstorm Sandy. (True story, it happened to me!) Let's just say, now there is a new "historic" flood level. And it's one my insurance doesn't cover. And the flood after the jobs number probably made a lot of investors feel like me standing in my moldy storm ravaged garage saying, "Now what?"
But I'm not bitter, and "swoon or no swoon," at least Friday woke everybody up to a little sense of reality. It allowed us to stop singing "Mmm Bop" for a minute and actually think about more serious subjects like, the economy, the Fed, the Bank of Japan, the ECB, corporate profits, Apple, Facebook, gold, oil. ...
Don't worry, we'll quickly get bored of all this serious talk and any day now find a new teeny bopper boy band song to sing along to!
Guest Moments Worth Another Look
Monday, 8:40 a.m. ET: Larry Lucchino, CEO of the Boston Red Sox on steroid rules, the DH, the state of the "Moneyball" system, and how the Red Sox and the Yankees are both the underdogs this year! (story)
Tuesday, 7:15 a.m. ET: David Stockman on the coming financial crisis due to "The Great Deformation" (video); 7:45 a.m. ET, Nasdaq OMX CEO Bob Greifeld on buying the eSpeed trading platform for U.S. Treasurys. (story)
Thursday, 7:05 a.m. ET: Under the Hood with Jim Akerson, CEO of General Motors (story); 7:15 a.m. ET, CNBC's Steve Liesman with Atlanta Fed President Dennis Lockhart. (story)
Friday, 6:05 a.m. ET: Mark Mobius (or Dr. Evil?) on why we should be buying equities now! (story); 7:30 a.m. ET, House Majority Leader Cantor in the Squawk House. (story)
Tweets of Note
@MrT riddle me his: Should Fools get paid overtime for working on April Fools' day?
(What purpose would Twitter serve if we all didn't follow Mr. T?)
@nbcnightlynews: Jane Henson, co-creator of the Muppets, dies at 78 http://nbcnews.to/ZyUy3e
(I grew up on the Muppet show. Pigs In Space and The Swedish Chef! RIP Jane Henson.)
@TonyFratto: There's a Stephen King novel here.
RT @CNBCEuropeBreak: Damaged Carnival Ship Triumph Breaks Away From Dock http://cnb.cx/10cZej5
(I will never go on a cruise, ever! Unless it's one of those aging 80s heavy-metal rocker ones; then count me in!)
Mark Your Calendar (or Set Your DVR)
Monday: Fabrice Bregier, Airbus CEO
Tuesday: Sir Richard Branson and St. Louis Fed President James Bullard
Wednesday: United Continental CFO John Rainey; guest host Kenneth Tropin, chairman of Graham Capital Management
Thursday: House Budget Committee Chairman Paul Ryan and BlackRock CIO Russ Koesterich
Friday: Guest host Daniel Arbess, partner at Perella Weinberg
'Squawkward Moments'
Joe at 6:01 a.m. ET on a Tuesday morning … "Andrew, at this point, hair anywhere is good."
However, that was not nearly as awkward as Joe, Becky and Andrew live on air trying to talk through whether the story about Facebook eyeing the app "Bang with Friends" was real or a late April Fools' hoax. (video)
Data Check: 'Money Madness'
We have made it through our Favored Four and to the stock championship game: This week's results include Apple taking out General Electric and Bank of America, while BlackBerry upset IBM, and then Facebook.
Our final matchup: BlackBerry (BBRY) vs. Apple (AAPL)—grab our bracket!
Remember, vote on which stock you think will do better from the start of the second quarter until the end of the year.
(Vote now on our Facebook page: Apple vs. BlackBerry)
We will reveal the winner Monday morning.
As we approach the actual Final Four this weekend, here are the latest standings in the TVNewser March Madness pool.
Joe and Becky both appear to be heading for Skid Row. (And I would NEVER mention my potential top 5 finish.)
Too bad the Final Four is something my team isn't thinking about right now, or anytime in the near future—Rutgers class of '92—ugh!
Word Jumble Score
Becky: 0
Joe: 4
Words we (and by "we" I mean Becky) stumbled on when jumbled?
Becky: GAADEN (Agenda), MERVEO (Remove), TUMEAT (Mutate), FERSUE (Refuse)
Joe: He didn't stumble all week, so let's give him a bonus question: AELETUCNLF
*Note: Answer at the end.
Data Preview
Monday, 11:30 a.m. ET: 3- and 6-Month Bill Auctions (I admit, BORING! But I had to list something.)
Tuesday, 7:30 a.m. ET: NFIB Small Business Optimism Index
Wednesday, 2 p.m. ET: FOMC Minutes
Thursday, 8:30 a.m. ET: Chain Store Sales (March) and Weekly Jobless Claims
Friday, 8:30 a.m. ET: Producer Price Index (March) and Retail Sales (March)
Finding Sorkin
Where is Andrew Ross Sorkin?
He took off on vacation this week to a top-secret locale.
Joe tried to break him down and we got a few hints:
- The flight was more than four hours
- He's not in Amsterdam
- Patriotic music playing with the sounds of helicopters
- The Dead Kennedys
- Iced tea is free in most restaurants
Feel free to send any pics of possible "Sorkin Sightings" via twitter to @SquawkCNBC.
Facebook and Your Phone
The social network is now more in your face on your device, really?
I hear a bidding war for the rights to a "Squawk Box" phone could be heating up in the next few weeks.
While we're still talking Facebook, let's plug our New "Squawk Box" Facebook page! "Hey, Dude, we have a Facebook page." Feel free to "Like" us while you are there.
Our resident tech nerd @Matt_SquawkCNBC says it helps us somehow.
We regret that Facebook's potentially buying "Bang with Friends" wasn't really as true as we wanted it to be.
(Personal regret) We have not studied up on Slovenia yet (see Cyprus post from last week). If that domino falls, our newsroom will plunge into chaos and the graphics department will be scrambling for days. And it will all be my fault!
Maybe it's not too late. How about this for an idea for a new animation? "Crisis in Slovenia" (Yep, pure genius! That's why I'm the senior EP. "News Team Assemble!" (Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy clip)
Cramer Clip
Check out @jimcramer on "Squawk" with his take on how crazy this market really is and why he wants to trade in his latest tablet device for a Sony Walkman.
Nuclear 'Nut Job'
Now to that Looney Tune over in North Korea threatening a thermo nuclear holocaust this week. (Proof the apple doesn't fall far from the tree!)
Like the jobs report wasn't bad enough, I seriously have to worry about this joker over the weekend?
Nobody on Wall Street seriously worried about it early in the week, and the newsroom laughed it off. (Besides, we live on the East Coast; those nukes couldn't reach here, anyway.)
It took until Wednesday for Wall Street to decide that maybe people living on the West Coast—and even Guam—count, too.
But that notion was equally short-lived.
Thursday came, and the weekly jobless claims data seemed to rank higher on Wall Street's radar than nuking of the West Coast.
And, of course, Friday's jobs sealed the deal for blowing it off as a true market concern.
Besides, explain to me how you factor in a nuclear "nut job" who hangs out with Dennis Rodman (pix) into your investment risk model?
Looking Forward to the Weekend
Spring planting season is upon us! I have studied all week learning about "deer-proof" plants and foliage that won't look like a patch of weeds. Don't worry, I have no true delusions that these plants will actually repel any deer or not look like weeds.
Plus, I still have to watch "The Walking Dead" finale. It's been on my DVR all week! Honesty, who doesn't crave a little weekend family bonding time on the couch together watching for the coming zombie apocalypse? Hmm, did I just stumble on a metaphor for the current bull market post-Friday's jobs report?
Nah, can't be. …
Good times, no worries, OK everybody—all together now!
"Mmm bop, ba duba dop / Ba du bop, ba duba dop / Ba du bop, ba duba dop…"
*Joe's Bonus Word Jumble Answer: Flatulence
—By CNBC's Matthew Quayle. Follow him on Twitter @matthew_quayle


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Stronger than expected business spending figures will give a boost to next Wednesday's national accounts but economists doubt this will stand in the way of further interest rate cuts by the central bank.
Treasurer Wayne Swan said the latest capital expenditure (capex) data released on Thursday was another timely reminder of the economy's strong fundamentals.
"These investments are boosting the capacity of our economy," he said in a statement.
Capex grew by a stronger-than-expected 2.8 per cent in seasonally adjusted terms to $42.5 billion in the September quarter, 14.2 per cent higher than a year earlier.
Economists reacted by either lifting their forecasts for next week's September quarter national accounts, or conceding there were now upside risks to their pre-data predictions.
Commonwealth Bank of Australia economist Diana Mousina said the capex result would be positive for growth, which should "cheer" the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA).
She is expecting a solid 0.8 per cent rise in September quarter growth, to be 3.4 per cent higher over the year.
At the other end of the scale, National Australia Bank is sticking for now with its 0.1 per cent GDP rise for the quarter.
However, the Australian Bureau of Statistics report also includes companies' latest investment forecasts for 2012/13.
The total of $173.4 billion was 3.3 per cent lower than the forecast three months earlier, but 4.9 per cent higher than the equivalent stage in 2011/12.
Forecast mining investment for 2012/13 now stands at $109.4 billion compared with $119 billion three months ago.
"These figures show that despite very challenging conditions in the global economy, the outlook for planned investment remains strong," Mr Swan said.
"Of course, our economy has not been immune from global headwinds and we should expect investment to be lumpy going forward due to the massive scale of individual projects."
TD Securities head of Asia-Pacific Research Annette Beacher said those expecting a cut by the RBA at next Tuesday's board meeting will no doubt point out these investment downgrades.
"However, we are mindful that downgrades to mining investment drove the RBA's October cut," she said in a client note.
Nevertheless, she expected Tuesday's meeting to be another "nail-biter".
RBC Capital Markets head of strategy Su-Lin Ong expects the RBA will need to cut the 3.25 per cent cash rate at some stage in order to support the non-resource parts of the economy as the capex pipeline moderates further.
She expects the cash rate to reach a record low of 2.75 per cent in the first half of 2013.
There were further glimmers of hope that the housing sector may be reacting to lower interest rates, with new home sales rising 3.4 per cent in October, boosted by a 31.4 per cent jump in multi-dwelling units.
But house sales declined for the fifth time in six months, down two per cent, according to Housing Association Industry (HIA) data.
HIA chief economist Harley Dale said while the data was moving in the right direction, evidence was needed in coming months of a stronger, broader based recovery for new home building.
"The fact we don't have that evidence now is precisely why the Reserve Bank of Australia should cut interest rates next Tuesday," Dr Dale said.


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Sawtooth Fire Heads West – Moe Fire Comes East
The Sawtooth Fire may send some smoke into the Bitterroot valley as the western edge continues to burn in the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness. Crews are mopping up firelines and two helicopters continue to drop water on hot spots on remote sections along the Sawtooth Canyon south ridge. So far, helicopters have dropped almost 2 million gallons of water on the fire and over 31,000 gallons of retardant.
The Moe Fire
The 2,500-acre Moe Fire has burned onto the Bitterroot National Forest.
That lightning caused fire has been burning in the wilderness on the Nez Perce National Forest and, though still in the wilderness, now has burned about 250 acres on the Bitterroot National Forest, 10 miles west of Lake Como.
The fire is in remote, steep terrain and there is no threat to structures or private property. It is burning between Grizzly and Elk Lakes.
But, because of the fire's activity, the Rock Creek Trail #580 has been closed. The Lake Como Loop Trail remains open. Signs are posted at trail locations.
Fire managers are expecting old fire scars to limit the growth of the Moe fire. Winds this week will cause more burning, with smoke visible from the valley floor.
Other Fires
The Mustang Complex is listed at 339,110 acres and all "hard" road closures should be lifted Wednesday. Travelers should be aware of smoldering logs, falling trees and rolling debris. Evacuation orders for Hughes Creek and the Alta area on the Bitterroot National Forest were lifted Monday evening. The Mustang fire is 50% contained.
The Powell Complex of fires, on the northern end of the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness has burned over 60,000 acres and of the fires in that complex, the Fern Fire in the Storm Creek drainage has been active. A night shift will patrol the Fern Fire to monitor the increasing burning. That smoke, of course, is drifting east into Western Montana.