September and October were busy months, in part because of our participation with the first community-wide Breast Cancer Awareness Brunch at Faith as well as our first Race for the Cure race team. These were both extraordinary events.

On September 25th, at the Breast Cancer Awareness Brunch the color was pink and food abundant. Sandy Bennett, BSN, RN, made an outstanding educational presentation and survivors enjoyed a good time of celebration. Thirty-two breast cancer survivors from the community were surveyed and provided the following statistical information:

As can be clearly seen by this small group survey, breast cancer knows no boundaries. Through the educational program as well as survivor information, it is our hope we reached the women attending with a powerful message.

We were pleased to provide mammography screenings to two women who had never had one. We also honored the longest surviving members of the community, Sarah Park, since 1982; Norma Long and Sharen Miller, since 1987. What hope they gave to many who had recently been diagnosed. Four in 2004 included Lillian Brashears, Kelly Stanley, Diana Babb and Joyce Babb. Kelly Stanley was also the youngest at diagnosis (34) and there were four women present who were diagnosed after reaching age 70.

It was a sweet time and the spirit of the Lord was certainly present.

Race for the Cure spirit demonstrated at brunch.



Sarah Park and Norma Long recognized as two of the longest
surviving members of the community.



Doris Gill is one of four attendees who were
diagnosed with breast cancer after age 70.



Cheryl Adams shows off the Faith Baptist Church
Team T-shirt worn at the Race for the Cure.



Sandy Bennett, BSN, RN, presents educational program.



Attendees enjoy receiving prizes donated by
local businesses and individuals.