Tom had some business to do in East Tennessee and Maryland so Mary and I have joined him. Since she is homeschooling this fall we just packed up some books and headed out with Tom last Friday.
Whenever there is opportunity for me to meet more people the Lord gives me opportunities to share my story with others. I love telling people about how wonderful and how faithful and good God has been to me during this journey, and for that matter, all my life. I tell them about the breast cancer diagnosis and then the second part, the bone cancer diagnosis. I'm SO thankful to get to say one more time "God is amazing and good and let me tell you what He's done in my life!"
We're in D.C. right now. I think I'm going to wear my Race for the Cure shirt today. It may give me some more opportunities to share the good news of Christ. We're going to see some of the museums and historic sites today.
This coming Sunday I'm speaking at Kingsport Church of Christ. Tom is speaking Sunday night about his ministry but they asked me to speak to the ladies class on Sunday morning. They want me to give my testimony and share some thoughts. I truly feel grateful to share my story...to His glory.
Lord, thank You for Your continual love and mercy in my life. Thank You for opening up chances to tell others about You. Thank You for today....this IS the day that You have made and I will rejoice and be glad in it. In Jesus' Name, Amen.
Tuesday, September 16, 2008
Saturday, September 6, 2008
Faith Support Ministry
Today, Saturday September 6th, I went to Cabot, AR for a lovely brunch with a roomful of breast cancer survivors. Lots of pink everywhere. Festive pink, even a little flashy. The brunch is a special event planned each year by a ministry in Cabot called Faith Support Ministry. They have a simple calling...to encourage people going through cancer with the hope of Christ.
I first heard about them in October 2006 when I was first diagnosed with breast cancer. I received a box with little gifts and books and a lovely white fleece blanket with my name embroidered in the corner and the words "Faith Support Ministry-2 Timothy 1:7". I didn't know these folks or the church that it is based at. So I called the church and asked how they knew about me. They said there was a young girl that went to our daughter Mary's school and she gave them my name and asked them to pray for me. I was so surprised and honored! I couldn't believe that complete strangers had taken the time to mail a blanket to me.
But that wasn't all. They also wrote me letters...snail mail notes...all year long! As a matter of fact, I still get notes from one of the women from time to time now. (Marilyn, thank you!!!) Those notes would show up at just the right moment on just the right day. It was amazing. These women are faithful encouragers and prayers warriors to many cancer patients.
This ministry is a blessing to SO many people. I'm telling you about it because if you are ever looking for a ministry to give to that helps people with cancer, check this one out. Their website is www.fsm.faithcabot.org They are doing the first and most important thing...praying. Plus, they are sending out gifts and notes to say "we love you and don't give up".
And then today...today was a beautiful brunch with real silverware and china and favor bags...all of it just to encourage us in the Name of Jesus Christ. I brought a friend with me who is a brand new breast cancer survivor. We both were so glad that we got to be there.
Thank you Faith Support Ministry, for blessing me and many, many others. Yes, this is an advertisement. No one asked me to do it, I just wanted to tell you one of many ways God has blessed me and supported me through His church. I'm thankful for all they've done and for what they continue to do to give Jesus' love to others.
I first heard about them in October 2006 when I was first diagnosed with breast cancer. I received a box with little gifts and books and a lovely white fleece blanket with my name embroidered in the corner and the words "Faith Support Ministry-2 Timothy 1:7". I didn't know these folks or the church that it is based at. So I called the church and asked how they knew about me. They said there was a young girl that went to our daughter Mary's school and she gave them my name and asked them to pray for me. I was so surprised and honored! I couldn't believe that complete strangers had taken the time to mail a blanket to me.
But that wasn't all. They also wrote me letters...snail mail notes...all year long! As a matter of fact, I still get notes from one of the women from time to time now. (Marilyn, thank you!!!) Those notes would show up at just the right moment on just the right day. It was amazing. These women are faithful encouragers and prayers warriors to many cancer patients.
This ministry is a blessing to SO many people. I'm telling you about it because if you are ever looking for a ministry to give to that helps people with cancer, check this one out. Their website is www.fsm.faithcabot.org They are doing the first and most important thing...praying. Plus, they are sending out gifts and notes to say "we love you and don't give up".
And then today...today was a beautiful brunch with real silverware and china and favor bags...all of it just to encourage us in the Name of Jesus Christ. I brought a friend with me who is a brand new breast cancer survivor. We both were so glad that we got to be there.
Thank you Faith Support Ministry, for blessing me and many, many others. Yes, this is an advertisement. No one asked me to do it, I just wanted to tell you one of many ways God has blessed me and supported me through His church. I'm thankful for all they've done and for what they continue to do to give Jesus' love to others.
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