A Cancer & Support Ministry
Our Stronghold
Individuals and families affected by cancer, often feel incredibly alone and weak. Yet we can turn to God, our Stronghold, Who held up founders, Joe & Terri Fornear when they were too weak to hold on. Discover how to connect with the Lord in the midst of suffering.
Free Gift Baskets
Our gift baskets are crafted with love, providing comfort and practical assistance to those facing the physical and emotional toll of cancer. They are a tangible expression of our commitment to walking alongside you during this challenging time.
Prayer
Our Facebook prayer group, "Stronghold Ministry Healing Prayer," is committed to lifting the burdens of those facing cancer, offering heartfelt prayers for healing, strength, and comfort, believing in the power of faith to bring solace and divine intervention.
Life Coaching
Biblical Life Coaching with a heart for compassion to guide and support, offering a space to explore emotions, fears, and hopes. Our life coaching services aim to bring emotional healing and resilience to those navigating the challenges of life.
Cancer Support Groups
We understand the incredible healing power of God. Our group members extend understanding and encouragement to cancer patients and their caretakers, reinforcing the truth they are never alone. We also provide training to launch cancer support groups.
Resources
Our resource center equips those affected by cancer with information, tools, and community connections. From educational materials to practical assistance, we strive to be a valuable source of support throughout the cancer journey.
“He only is my rock and my salvation,
My stronghold; I shall not be shaken.”
–Psalm 62:6
We love to encourage in God’s goodness and power in the hardest of times.
In His Grip Blog
Visit our blog to read encouraging devotionals for cancer patients and caretakers.
Healing Prayer Group
Join our Facebook “Healing Prayer” Group and live prayer meetings.
In His Grip Videos
Visit our video library to watch interviews and encouraging devotionals for cancer patients and caretakers.
For cancer patients, caretakers and others in crisis
Our Mission
Stronghold Ministry provides spiritual support and comfort to cancer patients, caretakers and others in crisis. Founded in 2008 by Joe and Terri Fornear, we reach out through personal contact, emails and phone. Please don’t hesitate to connect or refer patients/caretakers who need spiritual help! Contact us here.
Our passion to support cancer patients is borne out of the battle that Joe had with Stage IV metastatic melanoma. Joe had been a pastor for 12 years when he was diagnosed in 2002. In May of 2003, doctors gave him “days to live,” but since August of 2003, he has been cancer free. The Lord provided Joe a miraculous healing! Read more on Joe’s story here.
Our Services
We provide the spiritual support that is so crucial when battling cancer. We suggest you start with requesting a free spiritual gift basket here. Also if you’d like us to be part of your prayer and support team, write us or call us and tell us your story. We provide counseling, host support groups, speak in home groups, Sunday school classes, youth groups. Joe can be a Sunday morning guest speaker at your church service. We host retreats and conferences as well. Find out more by checking out our free services.
Our Founders
Stronghold Ministry was founded in 2008 by Joe and Terri Fornear
Joe Fornear
Director
Terri Fornear
Director
Our Board of Directors
Our Board of Directors are a gifted group of volunteers with varying professional backgrounds who gives their time and talents to oversee the financial and general daily operations of Stronghold Ministry, our directors, and staff.
Testimonials
What our gift basket recipients are saying
