Rev. Percy McCray with City of Hope
Health, Hope & Inspiration for People of Faith Living with Cancer
A weekly radio podcast developed to help people find answers to questions about cancer, cancer prevention and overall healthy living. Each week, program host, the Rev. Percy McCray, and his co-host, Wayne Shepherd, share practical ways to find health, hope and inspiration along life's journey. Rev. McCray offers personal insights drawn from over 20 years in full-time pastoral care. The program also features a wide range of clinicians, doctors, pastors, nutritionists, wellness professionals and everyday people who share their expertise to provide tools to get well. Health, Hope and Inspiration...
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Rev. Percy McCray with City of Hope
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May 8, 2025
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Episodes
Bee Optimistic! - April 14, 2018 12.04.2018 28:51
Featuring: Walter & Linda Kotecki In this show, the hosts chat with cancer survivors Walter and Linda Kotecki, who share how they approached their diagnoses in very different—and uniquely optimistic--ways.
Give Me Strength - April 7, 2018 06.04.2018 28:52
Featuring: Rose Sajuan When a routine mammogram revealed breast cancer, Rose Sajuan, a loving grandmother deeply entrenched in her Hispanic faith community was inspired by her diagnosis not to be "Bitter, but to be "Better" by lowering the wall of silence among women, especially Latinas with a message of "spiritual strength" in the midst of feeling like "her world was about to cave in!"
Building a Community of Hope - March 31, 2018 29.03.2018 27:04
Featuring: Rev. Percy McCray In this special episode, host Rev. Percy McCray shares the Our Journey of Hope story—how it was founded, its purpose and mission, and how it has positively impacted countless lives by being an asset and a resource to the faith community.
Sharing Your Faith - March 24, 2018 23.03.2018 27:53
Featuring: Stacy Foltz For Stacy Foltz, receiving a stage IV lung cancer diagnosis was shocking enough, especially coming from a family of non-smokers. But amazingly, her faith grew stronger even after she started treatment. Listen as Stacy shares with the hosts about the role her family, faith community and even social media plays in her journey of hope.
Faith That Sustains You - March 10, 2018 08.03.2018 26:21
Featuring: Pat Dillow In this show, oncology nurse Pat Dillow talks with the hosts about how the relationship with her patients has strengthened her faith and helped to walk through her own cancer journey with leukemia.
Prayer Makes a Difference - March 3, 2018 01.03.2018 25:35
Featuring: Jax Duran A cancer diagnosis for 23-year-old Jax Duran could have easily turned her world upside down, but instead she chose to turn her fear into faith. Through prayer, she discovered a worldwide community of support and a testimony that has impacted many lives.
Miracles and Milestones (100th episode) - February 24, 2018 22.02.2018 28:32
Featuring: Rev. Percy McCray and Wayne Shepherd In this special 100th episode, hosts Rev. Percy McCray and Wayne Shepherd take a look back at the highlights of the 10 most popular shows aired on Health, Hope & Inspiration .
Working with Christians in the Cancer Community - February 17, 2018 16.02.2018 26:01
Featuring: Tom Martin In this show, host Rev. Percy McCray sits down with Tom Martin to talk about his role behind the scenes at CTCA in support of the cancer community, and how his life has been inspired by people of faith living victoriously with cancer.
Thank the Good Lord for What You Have - January 28, 2018 25.01.2018 26:01
Featuring: Jim Monaco When Jim Monaco received a diagnosis of pancreatic cancer, he was overwhelmed by the challenges facing him. But a step of faith renewed his thinking and put him on a path toward healing—both physically and spiritually.
Deep Faith for Dark Valleys - January 6, 2018 05.01.2018 26:01
Featuring: Jerry Rose Christian TV broadcast veteran and cancer survivor Jerry Rose has ministered to countless individuals on their cancer journey. In this program, Jerry shares valuable lessons about honest and effective ministry to cancer patients, and how to best balance needs and expectations during times of trial.
New Year - New Life - December 30, 2017 27.12.2017 26:01
Featuring: Rev. Percy McCray & Wayne Shepherd The hosts of Health, Hope & Inspiration share their favorite faith-filled scriptures emphasizing "leaving behind the old to welcome in the new!" Hear proclamations of anticipation on how God wants to work in and through your life for 2018!
His Name Shall Be Called Wonderful - December 23, 2017 21.12.2017 26:01
Featuring: Rev. Percy McCray & Wayne Shepherd The hosts of Health, Hope & Inspiration reflect on the wonder and victory of the Christmas story and share insights about the role of faith, hope and perseverance in the face of uncertainty.
Let's Talk About Cancer - December 16, 2017 14.12.2017 26:01
Featuring: Samantha Stephenson The last thing Samantha Stephenson expected to hear at age 28 was that she had breast cancer, but her journey didn't stop there. Listen in as Samantha shares her story about how her diagnosis and recovery changed her perspective about the importance of life and how it led her to become an advocate for cancer awareness among young adults.
Learning to Receive - December 2, 2017 30.11.2017 26:01
Featuring: Theresa Michaelis When Theresa Michaelis was diagnosed with advanced leukemia, she was uniquely prepared to minister to others during her treatment, but when she was faced with the idea of being a recipient for care and support, she found herself grappling with the thought of slowing down, and discovered God had a better plan for her life.
What to Expect When Diagnosed with Cancer - November 25, 2017 22.11.2017 26:01
Featuring: Rev. Percy McCray and Wayne Shepherd When a person finds out they have cancer, it can present many challenges for them and their loved ones. The hosts of Health, Hope & Inspiration discuss common questions and emotions that can accompany a cancer diagnosis, and how to work through fears and concerns in a practical, positive manner.
My Cancer Journey - Part 1B - November 18, 2017 16.11.2017 26:01
Featuring: Jerry Rose Christian television personality and cancer survivor Jerry Rose continues his discussion with the hosts of Health, Hope and Inspiration about how his experience with cancer caused him to refocus his priorities and helped to clear a path for him to walk his calling differently.
My Cancer Journey - Part 1A - November 11, 2017 10.11.2017 26:01
Featuring: Jerry Rose Running a successful Christian television network, broadcast veteran Jerry Rose was at the top of his game until two bouts with cancer changed the trajectory of his life. Listen to Jerry's deeply personal story of how cancer brought clarity to what is most important.
Our Emotional Journey - November 2, 2017 02.11.2017 26:01
Featuring: Al & Dee Peart Three-time breast cancer survivor Dee Peart, and her husband/caregiver, Al, share their experiences about how cancer not only changed their lives and those around them, but how each experience afforded them an opportunity to support others on the cancer journey.
7 Things You Should Know About Cancer – October 28, 2017 27.10.2017 26:01
Featuring: Rev. Percy McCray When cancer invades a life, sometimes the questions can outnumber the answers. Rev. Percy McCray shares core ideas and common misconceptions about cancer and how individuals can use that information to make an impact in another's cancer journey.
How Sweet It Is – October 21, 2017 19.10.2017 26:01
Featuring: Carolyn Lammersfeld While there is a wealth of information available on the link between sugar and obesity, what about its link to cancer? Carolyn Lammersfeld explains how a diet rich in sugar can potentially increase the risk of developing cancer and offers alternative ways to promote a healthy lifestyle.
Cancer Care Ministry – October 14, 2017 12.10.2017 26:01
Featuring: Al and Dee Peart After enduring multiple battles with breast cancer, husband and wife team Al and Dee Peart discovered the call to support individuals and families on a similar journey. Listen-in as they share their experiences on their cancer journey, and why having a cancer-care ministry is needed in local congregations.
Cancer & Pain Management – October 7, 2017 05.10.2017 26:01
Featuring: Rev. Tom Carlson When diagnosed with cancer, some people hesitate to engage in any form of pain management for fear of possible addiction. Prostate cancer survivor Tom Carlson talks candidly about how he overcame his prior struggles with addiction, his ministry to others with cancer, and how being transparent about your pain with others can be a powerful way to manage it.
Personal Ministry to Cancer Families – September 30, 2017 28.09.2017 26:01
Featuring: Rev. Percy McCray How do cancer care ministers begin to equip themselves to support those with cancer? While there is much that is still unknown about the subject of cancer, host Rev. Percy McCray believes there are some practical insights about how to effectively minister to cancer patients and their families.
Cancer and Faith – September 23, 2017 21.09.2017 26:01
Featuring: Joy Parrott Pastor, speaker and author Joy Parrott talks about the importance of having a balanced perspective between faith and medicine, and that God can and does work through a cancer journey.
Cancer and Relationships – September 16, 2017 14.09.2017 26:01
Featuring: Tom Carlson When a friend's nudge to have a simple check-up revealed prostate cancer, Tom Carlson was determined to live a full life beyond his diagnosis, but ultimately found something far greater.
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