"As a twelve year breast cancer survivor, and member of the SWOF my daily focus in life is to help others during their journey to healing and recovery. I have been blessed not only through my unwavering faith, but also through the love and kindness I’ve received from the Strong Women of faith Support Group. I will forever be grateful for the prayers, support, and leadership of this organization as we continue to be a help to the women in this community."
-Carolyn
The Strong Women of Faith Breast Cancer Support Group was founded in October of 2001, in Benton Harbor, Michigan, by Bertha Carson-King and Dorothy Moon. It began as a grass roots, self help volunteer project to meet the needs of breast cancer survivors in the city since their was no other visible program. The group has grown significantly in the past eight years. We have lost members to death and seen other members testify of their longevity through faith, prayer & nutritional life changes.
Although, the group began solely for the purpose of breast cancer, we have grown to meet the needs of any type of disease and health care challenge because of the love and support women experience within the group. Over 200 church affiliations, beyond denomination, have been cultivated to benefit hurting women who seek friendship, knowledge and fellowship among believers. Although, African American women are targeted because they are most at-risk, SWOF welcomes Hispanic & Caucasian women to attend the meetings.
We believe that what one woman cannot do alone, in a community of women; unity, strength and successful healing can be accomplished. Women who have been diagnosed with cancer & other major diseases may find themselves overwhelmed, shocked, saddened, angry, frustrated & frightened. Studies have shown that cancer patients who participate in support groups have a better chance of surviving their illness.
History
"I am still feeling the love of your beautiful group that I am honored to be a part of. I was able to witness the love and power of this support group. The support of beautiful women to help raise attention and help navigate and educate our community in the need to be our own advocates and to find resources to keep ourselves healthy is great."
-Renee
"I have lost my mother and two sisters to cancer. I am a 20 year survivor and retired nurse. My remaining sister and other family members have faced the challenge of breast cancer as well. I refuse to be in a movement simply to be out front. I am fighting for my life and the lives of women in my community who need to be educated and motivated in order to teach others to take charge of their health.” We need the support of sisters to win this battle.”
-Dorothy
Stories of Hope
"Strong Women of Faith is very important to me. I love this group more than words can say. I have lost two sisters and my mother to cancer. Another sister and I are survivors. We have to be educated and empowered to take charge of our health. This group makes it possible to survive knowing that there is sisterhood and love to keep you strong."
-Theresa
In 2020, we launched Stories for Hope. Use our site as a way to share your breast cancer survival stories and inspire others. Connect with our online family and help us raise breast cancer awareness.