"New Journey" Christian Cancer

Support Group

Helping people journey with God in the midst of cancer and the challenges it brings.

It’s hard to “stand tall” when facing a crises of cancer.  Cancer has a way of bringing us to our knees.  Cancer  upsets our daily routines, and it tries to rob us of the vitality of life and hope.  Being diagnosed with cancer affects not only the   patient, but their family as well.  Cancer has a way of causing people to begin a “new journey of life,” one that can potentially lead to a feeling of loneliness and helplessness.  Stoneridge Church of  Allison Park, PA wants you to know that your journey with cancer doesn't have to be one that you experience alone. 

While there are many excellent cancer support groups in the greater Pittsburgh area, “New Journey” intentionally offers specific Christian support to cancer patients and their families.  Aiming to provide support and encouragement from a solid biblical perspective, “New Journey” is created to walk along side of  those challenged by this disease.  To know that God cares about you and wants to encourage you in the midst of cancer is a powerful dynamic that can make a big difference in helping you journey with God through this difficult “season” of your life.

Know that all are welcome to be part of “New Journey!”  No matter what your  religious background  may be, all are   welcome to this non-denominational support group each month!!

The Specifics of “New Journey”

· This is a new support ministry created in the fall of 2011 by the Stoneridge Church of Allison Park, PA.   This support ministry is offered specifically for patients of every and all kinds of cancer and their families.  At whatever stage of cancer a patient may be, “New Journey” welcomes everyone who seeks encouragement and an uplifting word from God’s Word. 

· New Journey meets on a monthly basis, with gatherings held on the 1st Monday of each month from 7:00 p.m.—8:30 p.m.  This ministry begins October 3rd!!

· Each monthly meeting includes:

1. A time of gathering and sharing.

2. A time of biblical study and reflection offered by Rev. Dr. John DeLancey and other Christian  leaders or counselors.  The insights shared aim to provide words of encouragement and hope.

3. A time of prayer and encouragement.  An up-to-date “Prayer List” is kept and shared throughout the month on an on-going basis.  A “circle of prayer” is created for each cancer patient. 

4. A time of “resourcing” cancer patients and their families with knowledge on timely and relevant topics about cancer.  This may  include guest speakers who bring to the group professional insights pertinent to the physical disease of cancer.

5. A time of fellowship, food, and fun.  New Journey is designed to offer people a positive and uplifting time of interaction with others.

6. Occasional additional gatherings, including potluck picnics and other events.

Know that you, as a patient, family member, or loved one are not alone in your journey

of dealing with cancer.  God wants to walk with   you through this challenge. 

New Journey is here to help you!

Please contact the church at 412-486-7778 for more details.