Testimonials
"Each year 12,000 children and teens are diagnosed with cancer. If you are a parent who has a child with cancer, this book is for you. You need not walk alone. Lynda Young brings you the benefit of hearing voices of others who have walked this road. It is truly a book of Hope."
_Gary Chapman, PhD, author of The Five Love Languages
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“Lynda Young cares deeply about children with cancer and their families. In this poignant book, her concerned passion shines through every page.”
_Cecil Murphey, author or co-author of more than 100 books including the New York Times best-seller, 90 Minutes in Heaven.
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“I found the book so very insightful in the cancer journey and have seen many times what is described. You have done an excellent job in capturing the emotional and spiritual dimensions of the journey in the world of childhood cancer. This is a journey that is the nightmare of any parent, but one traveled hundreds of times each week. I would recommend this book to any medical caretaker as well as a family just beginning. I would also recommend it for anyone who is attempting to help families in their journey. Again this is an excellent work.”
_Danny L. Cavett MLS, Director Pastoral Care/EAP, OU Medical Center
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“God never shuts a door without opening a window! This book will help many windows to open in the lives of our families. It is a wonderful resource for families of children with cancer.”
_Sheila Moore, MD, Medical Director St Jude Affiliate Clinic/Baton Rouge
“Lynda T. Young and Chaplain Johnnathan Ward have written an extraordinary book that will be a valuable resource for every family member of a child diagnosed with cancer. It’s filled with practical suggestions and inspirational encouragement, with a reminder that humor must always be an important part of making it through devastating circumstances. The true stories are heart touching, but the unique take-home value of this book consists of the comprehensive lists of ‘what to do’ during every stage of a child’s journey through cancer. This book is the gift you will want to place in the hands of someone in your church or community who has a child diagnosed with cancer. I highly recommend it!”
_Carol Kent, speaker and author of A New Kind of Normal (Thomas Nelson)
“Hope For Families of Children with Cancer is written with gentle sensitivity and compassion. It is also a practical, down-to-earth guide offering strength, faith, and direction for families who are walking through this traumatic and frightening experience. The book is emotional, yet informative and beautifully articulate.”
_Diana L. James, speaker, radio host, and author of the Bounce Back book series and other books.
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“Traversing the emotional roller coaster of a child’s unexpected illness is a parent’s greatest struggle. I know. I’ve been there. From the heart-pounding moment of the diagnosis through the twists and turns of unfamiliar terms, treatments, and trials, Lynda Young and Chaplain Ward gently and compassionately address the frequently-asked question, “What do I do now?” Parents, grandparents, and friends of toddlers to teens will find this book packed with real-life situations, practical helps, nuggets of humor, and comforting spiritual encouragement. I highly recommend it!”
_Fran Caffey Sandin, R.N., B.S.N., author of See You Later, Jeffrey, and Touching the Clouds: Encouraging Stories to Make Your Faith Soar
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“Words of hope and encouragement, as well as guidance and practical advice, are beautifully woven together in this easy-to-read resource. Thoughts and feelings from parents who have walked the childhood cancer road offer comfort and understanding to those now facing the overwhelming journey that no one ever wants to take. If this book had been available a few years ago when one of my children was born with cancer, I would have kept it by my side... what a blessing it will offer to those who need hope during a time that feels so confusing and out of control.”
_Stuart Sweitzer, A Place Called Hope, Baltimore, MD
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“I’ve been associated with several books for parents of children with life-threatening diseases—and saw my brother and his wife struggle as their eight-year-old son battled cancer. Hope for Families of Children with Cancer provides the emotional and spiritual support parents need, with stories of families doing battle with their child’s cancer revealing the family dynamics. While families’ experiences differ, it’s amazing how similar reactions tend to be—and this book holds up a mirror that builds understanding and may well help to save marriages and prevent the alienation of siblings that so often happens.”
_Les Stobbe, literary agent
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“With its gentle, homey style, Hope for Families of Children on the Autistic spectrum provides the soft landing caregivers need. Designed to be read a paragraph, page, or chapter at a time, this book is chock full of practical information interwoven with real-life stories.”
_Sue Badeau, speaker and author; Director of Knowledge Management at Casey Family Programs
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“Her writing is psychologically sound, and her expression is tender and simple. Hope for Families of Children on the Autistic Spectrum is saturated with hope. I promise . . . this book will change your life!”
_Colleen Swindoll-Thompson, Disability Director of Insight for Living
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“As a chronically ill mom with a son who has ADHD and SPD, Hope for families of Children on the Autistic Spectrum shines a new light of encouragement. This book will help you feel as though a friend is alongside you for the journey—for the days you are exhausted and for the moments of joyful discovery you see revealed in your child.”
_Lisa Copen, founder of Rest Ministries, author of Beyond Casseroles: 505 Ways to Encourage a Chronically Ill Friend
“As a chronically ill mom with a son who has ADHD and SPD, Hope for Families of
Children on the Autistic Spectrum shines a new light of encouragement. This book
will help you feel as though a friend is alongside you for the journey—for the days
you are exhausted and for the moments of joyful discovery you see revealed in
your child.”
—Lisa Copen, founder of Rest Ministries, author of Beyond Casseroles: 505 Ways to Encourage a Chronically Ill Friend
“As a chronically ill mom with a son who has ADHD and SPD, Hope for Families of
Children on the Autistic Spectrum shines a new light of encouragement. This book
will help you feel as though a friend is alongside you for the journey—for the days
you are exhausted and for the moments of joyful discovery you see revealed in
your child.”
—Lisa Copen, founder of Rest Ministries, author of Beyond Casseroles: 505 Ways to Encourage a Chronically Ill Friend
“As a chronically ill mom with a son who has ADHD and SPD, Hope for Families of
Children on the Autistic Spectrum shines a new light of encouragement. This book
will help you feel as though a friend is alongside you for the journey—for the days
you are exhausted and for the moments of joyful discovery you see revealed in
your child.”
—Lisa Copen, founder of Rest Ministries, author of Beyond Casseroles: 505 Ways to Encourage a Chronically Ill Friend
“As a chronically ill mom with a son who has ADHD and SPD, Hope for Families of
Children on the Autistic Spectrum shines a new light of encouragement. This book
will help you feel as though a friend is alongside you for the journey—for the days
you are exhausted and for the moments of joyful discovery you see revealed in
your child.”
—Lisa Copen, founder of Rest Ministries, author of Beyond Casseroles: 505 Ways to Encourage a Chronically Ill Friend
“As a chronically ill mom with a son who has ADHD and SPD, Hope for Families of
Children on the Autistic Spectrum shines a new light of encouragement. This book
will help you feel as though a friend is alongside you for the journey—for the days
you are exhausted and for the moments of joyful discovery you see revealed in
your child.”
—Lisa Copen, founder of Rest Ministries, author of Beyond Casseroles: 505 Ways to Encourage a Chronically Ill Friend
“As a chronically ill mom with a son who has ADHD and SPD, Hope for Families of
Children on the Autistic Spectrum shines a new light of encouragement. This book
will help you feel as though a friend is alongside you for the journey—for the days
you are exhausted and for the moments of joyful discovery you see revealed in
your child.”
—Lisa Copen, founder of Rest Ministries, author of Beyond Casseroles: 505 Ways to Encourage a Chronically Ill Friend
