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NFL player flies to Kentucky to celebrate "Nick Nischan Day"
Posted: 10:31 PM Apr 5, 2008
Last Updated: 10:33 PM Apr 5, 2008
Reporter: Paul Gessler
Email Address: Paul.Gessler@wsaz.com

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GRAYSON, Ky. (WSAZ) - It was the first ever "Nick Nischan Day," and everyone hopes it will be the last.

April 4, 2008, was officially proclaimed "Nick Nischan Day" by city officials. Nick is a 12-year-old boy who has been fighting brain cancer since he was 7.

Friday's service at First Church of Christ in Grayson raised thousands of dollars for Nick's medical expenses.

Detroit Lions' wide receiver Mike Furrey flew from Michigan to be alongside Nick Friday. The two formed a bond when Nick and his family saw a Lions game in December.

"All my goals and dreams were all selfish and it brings a 12-year-old kid 6 months ago to make me realize that the awards and accolades and success are not the goal in life. The goal in life was to get to heaven and nick was on a better track than I was." Furrey said. "Here's a kid that's 12 years old and is more mature than the majority of the players in the NFL."

Nick continues treatment April 10, when he will get an MRI.

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Posted by: Boyd co. on Apr 9, 2008 at 05:57 PM
God has sent an angel right here on earth! And his name is Nick all of our love and prayers are with you always. Just remember I can do all things through Jesus Christ,who strengthens me.Philippians 4;13

Posted by: Debbie on Apr 7, 2008 at 01:43 PM
Amen Mr. furrey, well said. Best of luck Nick.

Posted by: Walker on Apr 7, 2008 at 11:06 AM
BIKERS: We're having a RIDE-IN to raise money for Nick on June 1st of this year in Eastern Virginia at Rappahannock Church of Christ. Annonymous donors are giving money for every motorcycle that shows up. Bike contest, door-prizes, great live music from one of our Harley Riders' bands . . . and every kind of bike will be there! Our club (The RCofC Bikers) has guys who ride everything from an antique HD, to softail classics, sportsters, Nightsters, every kind of Metric, even a BMW, Ducati and Big Dog! Best of all, Nick and his family will be there!!! So leave your wallet at home if you want to, but ride in! Just by showing up, Nick's family will be helped. Go to www.rcofc.org for more info.

Posted by: Myra on Apr 7, 2008 at 10:12 AM
Having lived in Grayson all of my life I naturally know most people there. I am blessed to know this wonderful Nischan family and continue to be blessed by Nick's faith as well as his family's. Living in Nashville we hear a great deal about Pacman Jones and Chris Henry and their 'trials.' It is refreshing to hear of an NFL player who knows the Lord and what is important in life. There are several TN Titans players and coaches who are Christians and are willing to share their faith in the community. We need more postive role models not only for our children but for this nation! Thank you WSAZ for sharing this story with your viewers. They have no idea what a special family the Nischans are and what a witness their faith continues to be to the Tri-State.

Posted by: Kimberly on Apr 7, 2008 at 08:49 AM
I know exactly what the parents are going thru. My son is only nine months old and has brain tumors. I will keep praying for you nick along with you family. May god look upon you and your family. God bless you and your family.

Posted by: The Rawlins Family on Apr 7, 2008 at 08:33 AM
We are all praying for you Nick. What a courageous young man you are. You could teach a lot of us many lessons about what's really important in life. We will continue to pray for you. God Bless you and your family.

Posted by: jill on Apr 6, 2008 at 07:18 PM
GOD BLESS YOU, SWEETHEART !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Posted by: dave on Apr 6, 2008 at 06:53 PM
My prayers go out to this young kid.I myself had colon cancer last year and I'm only 32.It was the toughest fight I've battle in my life to date.But the key thing is to have great family,friends,and a bright outlook on life and don't let it get you down even on the worse days.

Posted by: Rebecca on Apr 6, 2008 at 06:48 PM
Nick is such a great kid....I wish him the best of luck and will praying for a clear MRI!!!!

Posted by: Anonymous on Apr 6, 2008 at 10:59 AM
My thoughts and prayers are with you throught your next MRI... Keep your head up kiddo.. :)

Posted by: Anonymous on Apr 6, 2008 at 02:59 AM
First Church of Christ in Grayson is wonderful ,GOD in your life is all you need

Posted by: Ami on Apr 5, 2008 at 11:46 PM
Best of luck to Nick and his family. My family has prayed for him, although we have never met him. I hope he can be cured!

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