Rev. Percy McCray with City of Hope

Health, Hope & Inspiration for People of Faith Living with Cancer

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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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Health

Latest episode

May 8, 2025

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Episodes

Faith Over Fear - Episode 207 13.03.2020

Featuring: Sherry Pratt Sherry Pratt, author of Faith Over Fear: My Journey Through a Bone Marrow Transplant shares with Rev. Percy McCray about the power of faith when going through cancer treatment.

I Am My Brothers Keeper - Episode 206 05.03.2020

Featuring: Paul Watkins Paul Watkins shares with Rev. Percy McCray about the power of encouragement. Trained cancer ministry volunteers walked alongside him and his wife during his life-threatening journey and offered hope. He speaks about his gratitude and what he now wants to do in return.

The Search for Meaning - Episode 205 28.02.2020

Featuring: Rev. Percy McCray Rev. Percy McCray explores the crossroad of faith cancer patients often experience when they ask the question, "Why me?" He shares with co-host Wayne Shepherd his valuable insight into the answering this question.

Build Your Village! - Episode 204 21.02.2020

Featuring: Linda Glass Linda Glass, a 30-year breast cancer survivor, sees hope at work through Cancer Fighters, a support group for those going through cancer treatment. She shares with Rev. Percy McCray about the power of community.

One Who Aids and Assists - Episode 203 14.02.2020

Featuring: Letitia Price Letitia Price, an oncology physician's assistant, is passionate about helping cancer patients survive. She shares with Rev. Percy McCray about what she sees as the leading factor of cancer survival and the importance of treating the whole person.

Just Get Busy - Episode 202 06.02.2020

Featuring: Sheryl Weldon God used Sheryl Weldon's breast cancer journey to transform her life and catapult her into a ministry that is bettering the lives of many women. She shares her story of trial and survival with host Rev. Percy McCray.

When a Loved One Is Dying from Cancer - Episode 201 30.01.2020

Featuring: Myles and Katharine Weiss Myles and Katharine Weiss, ministers with a focus on marriage, share professional insight about how to help someone in various stages of grief. Their experience will give you tools to love those who might be grieving.

Is God Always Faithful? - Episode 200 24.01.2020

Featuring: Rev. Percy McCray Hosts Wayne Shepherd and Rev. Percy McCray discuss the faithfulness of God. Is God always faithful? Even when it feels like we are abandoned? Listen to this episode to discover what the Bible says about the faithfulness of God even in our dire circumstances.

There Is Always Hope - Episode 199 16.01.2020

Featuring: Steve Beers Catholic Deacon Steve Beers provides spiritual care to patients at CTCA. He shares with Rev. Percy McCray about the power of hope—and how he sees God show up when all seems hopeless.

Don't Ever Park at "Why" - Episode 198 09.01.2020

Featuring: Pastor Bob Cheli Pastor Bob Cheli always ministered to cancer patients, but never expected to become one. He speaks candidly with Host Rev. Percy McCray about his struggles and spiritual lessons as he journeys through cancer.

Wisdom for Every Season - Episode 197 02.01.2020

Featuring: Rev. Chip Gordon Host Rev. Percy McCray speaks with Rev. Chip Gordon about an important document everyone needs—no matter how healthy or sick. This legal document helps protect individuals, and guides loved ones and medical personnel—if ever the situation arises.

Take Control of Your Health - Episode 196 28.12.2019

Featuring: Steve Strang Steve Strang, CEO of Charisma Media, was used to sharing others' stories of faith, but when he was diagnosed with prostate cancer, he had to live out his own. He shares with Rev. Percy McCray what he learned about faith and taking ownership of his health.

Nothing Can Stop Hope - Episode 195 19.12.2019

Featuring: Rev. Percy McCray and Wayne Shepherd The hope that the world offers us, often leaves us feeling hopeless. On today's episode, Rev. Percy McCray and Wayne Shepherd share with us the power of God's hope that lasts—and how to find it.

God Can Use Cancer For Good - Episode 194 12.12.2019

Featuring: Aileen Stansel Aileen Stansel, a former nurse educator at CTCA and breast cancer survivor, lost both parents to cancer. She spoke with Rev. Percy McCray about the ways God used cancer for the good in her life.

The Obedience of Faith - Episode 193 05.12.2019

Featuring: Pastor Ashley Tyree Pastor Ashley Tyree is a man of many hats: pastor of a church and chaplain with the sheriff's department, fire department and a local business. He shares with Rev. Percy McCray the positive impact the Our Journey of Hope training is having in the community and why he thinks it is a valuable resource for any church or ministry leader.

Ready To Serve - Episode 192 26.11.2019

Featuring: Rev. Jeff Paparone Providing spiritual and emotional care to those suffering with cancer can be difficult. Rev. Jeff Paparone and Rev. Percy McCray candidly talked about the demands of ministering to sick people and their loved ones. They also provided listeners easy tips for keeping refreshed when caring for others long term.

Lifestyle Factors and Cancer - Episode 191 21.11.2019

Featuring: Carolyn Lammersfeld The kinds of food we eat might affect our probability for developing cancer. On this episode, Carolyn Lammersfeld, Vice President of Integrative Care Services at CTCA, offers simple steps to decrease our risk for cancer through basic food choices.

Something's Cookin' - Episode 190 15.11.2019

Featuring: Janet Brown Nutritious and flavorful food matters for those battling cancer. Janet Brown, a Lead Culinary Service team member at CTCA, shared with Rev. Percy McCray about the importance of food in the physical and emotional healing process of patients and the blessings she experiences delivering food at CTCA.

From the Boardroom to the Bedside - Episode 189 08.11.2019

Featuring: Robert Bethke Spirituality is an important part of patient care, according to Robert Bethke, chaplain at CTCA. He talked with Rev. Percy McCray about the significance of spiritual care and what that looks like with patients receiving cancer treatment.

What If I Get Cancer? - Episode 188 01.11.2019

Featuring: Wayne Shepherd and Rev. Percy McCray "What if I get cancer?" Hosts Wayne Shepherd and Rev. Percy McCray explore this question and address the fears people face when wondering what will happen if they have cancer. They also offer faith-based hope for enduring any kind of crisis.

Tried & Proven - Episode 187 24.10.2019

Featuring: Carol King Carol King served as a caregiver for her husband, Hugh, during his journey with Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma. He is now 10-years cancer free. She spoke with Rev. Percy McCray about what she learned as a caregiver that she now passes onto those caring for loved ones with cancer.

Compassion Creates Hope - Episode 186 16.10.2019

Featuring: Rev. Jeff Paparone Rev. Jeff Paparone, a hospital chaplain at CTCA, passionately shared with Rev. Percy McCray about the importance of spiritual, emotional, and mental healing in cancer patients. They also discussed the power of meeting people's needs right where they are.

No Instrument Plays Itself - Episode 185 10.10.2019

Featuring: Raquel Prati Host Rev. Percy McCray interviews breast surgeon Dr. Raquel Prati and they talk about how she views her role as a doctor like an instrument in the hands of a higher power. They also explore the struggle of women undergoing breast cancer surgery and the strength staying positive provides.

The Blame Game: Is This Cancer My Fault? - Episode 184 03.10.2019

Featuring: Wayne Shepherd and Rev. Percy McCray Hosts Wayne Shepherd and Rev. Percy McCray address the challenge of blaming someone or God when there is a cancer diagnosis. They provide helpful insight and tools to shift from blame toward hope and renewal.

I Am My Brother's Keeper - Episode 183 26.09.2019

Featuring: Brenda Garrett Brenda Garrett works hands-on with patients daily as she supports the work of the nurses at CTCA. She shares the vision that drives her hard work and the purpose she holds onto as she journeys with patients through their cancer treatment.

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