Childhood Cancer Awareness

September was Childhood Cancer Awareness month. Gold is the color used for childhood cancer, since children are far more valuable than worldly gold. People and businesses were encouraged to "Go Gold" during September and any month to show support. Once it affects your family, it changes you forever. We offer prayers, presence, kindness, and whatever support can help families know they are loved.

One Weaverville mother, Amy Meinch, lost her daughter Kalina to cancer when she was only 5 years old. Amy says, “This year I am now another year further from holding my precious daughter Kalina’s hand, but thanks to having faith in Christ, I know this won’t be the end. I only wish more people knew this hope that I have. I don’t feel like it can be completed without believers adding to the mix. And in such special ways!”

People can donate to childhood cancer research here. To learn about what’s involved, statistics, and how to support families, you can go to the Coalition Against Childhood Cancer website here.