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Running the NY Marathon in honor of Christopher Wilke 

11/3/2016

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The Wilke family is an amazing family deeply rooted in their faith in Jesus and their love for one another and the community. Christopher Wilke was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer known as Bile-Duct Cancer, very rare for a young boy of the age of 12.  Christopher's soul went home to God on March 20th 2014 while being held by his Mother Lisa and Father Joe. He loved playing baseball and was a huge fan of the Angels.

​I was so inspired by the faith of Christopher’s family and support showed by the community. He inspired me to embrace life with courage and with a gentle smile. I anointed Christopher moments before his soul went to the arms of our Lord Jesus. He is constantly in my prayers. I have decided to run in the New York Marathon on November 6th for which I am dedicating my run to his memory. I have trained for 6 months getting up at 4:30 AM to train for this event. There were times when my legs were sore and I was tired and felt like quitting but, instead of giving up, I said a prayer for the Wilke family and remembered Christopher’s courage and zeal for life that I kept on running. 
 
If you would like to contribute to the Change Works Foundation to help other families enduring similar illnesses please do so. Also keep me in your prayers as I run 26.2 miles. 
 
God bless you,
 
Father Steve Davoren
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Colette Ellis
11/3/2016 01:30:29 pm

What a beautiful boy, your tribute to him is surely making him smile in heaven! Praying for strength on your run and many blessings. We miss you at OLA Father!

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Monica Wilke Lewis
11/3/2016 05:26:23 pm

Thank you Fr Steve for remembering and honoring our sweet Christopher. I know he will be running along side of you Sunday, giving you strength to push on to the finish line. We will be praying and cheering for you in Burbank.

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Rita Rubalcava
11/4/2016 09:17:55 am

Remember why you are running.when things get tough, remember why you are out there. Remember to SMILE, smiling makes you faster! Enjoy the run, enjoy the course! When you see little kids give them a high five! One foot in front of the next! AND NOTHING NEW RACE DAY! That means shoes,socks,running clothes,food,hydration.NOTHING NEW! Most importantly HAVE FUN!
(This important pep talk from our Daughter a five time Iron Man finisher!) God Bless you and have fun!
The Rubalcava Family

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Monica Wilke
11/6/2016 05:01:52 pm

Congratulations you did it..I'm sure Christopher was running with you and giving you a push if you needed it. Thank you for remembering us in your prayers along with Christopher. Also thank you for the beautiful article💚Can't wait to hear all about your AWESOME RUN.

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