Matt Chandler, lead pastor of The Village Church in Flower Mound, Texas, is asking for prayers for his wife, Lauren. According to Matt’s social media posts, Lauren has been hospitalized with a “super high fever and other symptoms” for several days. So far, tests have been inconclusive.
On Sunday (Dec. 29), Matt Chandler wrote, “Day 3 in the hospital with the fierce @laurenchandler. Super high fever and other symptoms. Still can’t quite figure out what’s causing it all.”
“She has been poked, prodded and scanned up and down and the fever persists,” he continued. “Prayers appreciated. Thank you to all our family and friends who have filled in the gaps.”
Lauren Chandler Has a ‘Persistent Fever’
In the comments, the pastor’s social media followers are lifting up Lauren Chandler to God, asking for healing. People are also suggesting possible causes of the high fever, including meningitis and pneumonia.
In an update, Matt Chandler wrote, “The tests have all come back negative and she’s been tested on everything you guys are mentioning in the comments. The doctors are convinced it’s viral and [she] will start turning the corner soon.”
He added:
The fever has become more manageable and isn’t hitting near as high and her blood pressure is normal again. They were hoping the fever would break and we could wait out the tests that take longer for results at home. Unfortunately the fever has been persistent. Thanks for the prayers. She is finally getting good sleep and besides a terrible headache due to the spinal tap she’s feeling a smidge better!
Lauren Chandler, 44, is an author and worship leader. She and Matt, 50, have been married for 25 years and have three children.
In her Instagram bio, Lauren Chandler describes herself as an artist, writer, worship leader, speaker, dreamer, brand ambassador, and podcast co-host. Her books include “Steadfast Love,” “With Us in the Wilderness,” and two children’s titles.
The Chandlers Have Faced Adversity Before
In December 2023, Matt Chandler appeared on “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to discuss parenting and family discipleship. The previous month, he appeared on the podcast to discuss his temporary removal from the pulpit in 2022.
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Elders at The Village Church determined that the pastor had violated the church’s social media policies by engaging in inappropriate—though not sexual or romantic—direct Instagram messages with an unnamed woman.
