The Rev. Donald Coates, moderator of the Western Conference and pastor of Pine Level OFWB Church, was diagnosed with Melanoma this past week. He has multiple tumors, in his lungs, lymph nodes, and one in each eye. He will begin laser treatment on his eyes this week and see an oncologist very soon regarding treatment. He requests the prayers of all. Cards may be sent to: The Rev. Donald Coates, 4284 Swift Creek Road, Smithfield, NC 27577.