Cancer 101 is a session designed specifically for church leaders seeking to support friends and loved ones affected by cancer. As ministry and small group leaders, we often find ourselves supporting those facing a cancer diagnosis. How can we respond with compassion to meet their emotional and spiritual needs?

Come join us and gain invaluable insights into the spiritual and psychosocial challenges that cancer brings, impacting not only patients but also their caregivers:

• Understand how cancer can transform lives, leading to anxiety, doubt, and isolation. Gain a deeper awareness of the emotional and spiritual needs of those in your team and community.
• Discover practical ways to minister to patients and caregivers, with actionable tools that empower you to walk alongside them with comfort and encouragement.
• Learn how cancer impacts body, mind, and spirit, enabling you to offer comprehensive support.
• Equip yourself with specific strategies for emotional and spiritual care, making a significant difference in the lives of cancer patients and their families.

Together, we can create a compassionate community where no one faces their cancer journey alone.

Dates: 10 Jan (Sat)
Time: 2pm – 5pm
Venue: ACK Centre, CT Hub #10-03
Speakers:

Janet Yap is a deeply compassionate registered nurse with over 20 years of clinical experience in oncology and palliative care. Her calling is to walk alongside individuals and families as they navigate the tender and often difficult terrain of illness, offering not just medical expertise but a heart of understanding. Having cared for loved ones facing cancer, Janet brings a personal depth of empathy to her work. She knows the weight of the journey and the grace required to carry it. Her hands have held patients in their most vulnerable moments, and her presence has been a quiet anchor in the storm. Through her foundation in nursing, and further training in counseling and cancer coaching, Janet ministers through CancerCARE with a pastoral approach that honours the whole person. She is committed to nurturing the physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being of those she serves, offering care that is both clinically sound and soulfully grounded.

Paul Goh has been a member of Covenant Evangelical Free Church (CEFC) since 2003 and currently serves as a ministry leader. In 2018, his life took an unexpected turn when his late wife was diagnosed with cancer. Thrust into the role of caregiver, Paul walked a three-year journey marked by pain, perseverance, and profound transformation. Through this season, Paul experienced the anguish of watching a loved one endure relentless treatments, unpredictable side effects, and emotional upheaval. He understands the strain of holding a family together while caring for a patient, and the real struggle of clinging to faith in the midst of suffering. Yet in the valley, Paul encountered God afresh – as “the One who gives and the One who takes.” He learned to trust in God’s sovereignty and to rest in His presence, even when answers were elusive. It is from this place of surrender and hope that Paul now serves in the CancerCare ministry, walking alongside others with empathy, wisdom, and faith forged in the fire.

Yew Woon Wah is a medical doctor with extensive experience in palliative care for cancer patients. She emphasises the importance of addressing both physical and emotional needs in cancer care, advocating for emotional and spiritual support systems. Passionate about making patients’ journeys less painful and more purposeful, Woon Wah’s compassionate approach aligns with CancerCARE’s mission to empower individuals facing cancer with hope and resilience.

Register by 7 Jan here. Email cancercare@cefc.org.sg  for enquiries.