"Every Step of the Way, A Faith Journey Through Breast Cancer Reviews Pam's compelling story is a gentle reminder that God indeed is with us on every journey we are called to take. Through numerous encounters-some ordinary, some unexpected-Pam felt God's compassionate presence throughout her breast cancer treatment and recovery. We sense a quiet invitation in this story to open our eyes to all the ways God daily accompanies each of us, no matter what our situation."

-Kirsten Malcolm Berry
Artist, New Testament Images

  

"Being truthful about both fear and faith is a courageous thing to do. Pam has chosen to tell her story with a gracious openness that encourages readers to be honest in their experience of cancer as well. Yes, it is frightening. Yes, it is life threatening. And God is still God, present, gracious, and loving. As a pastor, I value this book as a counseling resource. As a person, I value its perspective on a journey any woman might take."

-Sandy Hackett, Pastor
Hope Presbyterian Church
Richfield, MN
"As this book's title implies, faith is a journey. Whether it's conquering life's biggest problems or simply making it through another day, the lessons that change us most usually fall upon us against our will. Every Step of the Way, A Faith Journey Through Breast Cancer takes us along on Pam Lillehei's personal journey of faith in the midst of mortal risk. In her articulate and winsome way, Pam gives us the privilege of accompanying her along the road of recovery from breast cancer. Among other things, what makes the trip worthwhile is her candid vulnerability. So often, those who've overcome trouble embellish their experiences melodramatically or sugarcoat their sufferings with a thin spray of platitudes. Pam does neither. Her story follows a pedestrian's path rather than walking in the footsteps of a super-saint.

Pam Lillehei is a very ordinary woman-and that's meant as a compliment!-who slowly but surely unveils for her readers the extraordinary power of a loving, living God. Hers is a candid and at times humorous testimony of making the transition from fear to faith. Those who minister to her along the way are also ordinary people. A doctor who actually cares. A husband who stands beside her. Children who fret over their mother's illness. Friends who express compassion with hot dishes and trips to the local shopping mall. These are the touchpoints of divine healing in the Lillehei household. No thunderbolts or supernatural manifestations, just Christlike companions with human faces and willing hands.

By the time you reach the end of the book you'll feel a warm glow of hope, the same hope that guided Pam on her way back to health. What begins in physical trauma ends in spiritual renewal. This wonderful little book shows us the way from crisis to Christ. I recommend it to anyone in search of the higher path."

-Richard Davis, Pastor
The International Protestant Church of Zurich, Switzerland

"I just wanted to tell you I read your book in its entirety last night and loved it! You did such a nice job! I had to laugh - we were one of the ones who brought you a chicken breast hotdish. After realizing you got many of these meals, I was glad to learn from your book that you saw the humor in chicken breasts. Really a great book and a good resource! Thanks and God bless!"

-Cindy

"I have to tell you this wonderful story. I bought your book and I really did not know why. On the way home I kept wondering why I bought it. Then when I arrived home my cleaning woman's car was in the driveway and I remembered - she had breast cancer. I gave her your book and we hugged and cried. I now know why I bought your book that day!"

-Shelly

"Through tears of thanks I'll try to say "thank you" for sharing your wonderful story with me. And what a story! And what a testimony about God's grace and wonderful ways! You are so brave, so honest, so strong. You gave all your fears to God; you gave your whole self in the Lord's care and He gave all the strength you needed to go through it. It's the most heartwarming testimony I've read in a long time."

-Ingeborg

"Richard and I were both blessed by your book. You have a gift of seeing and articulating the important issues of life. I love your sense of humor as well. I'm working with women at the church. I'll use your book when it is needed."

-Susan

"My pastor gave me your book. I enjoyed reading it. It was easy to read; I find it helpful and encouraging."

-Betty

"Thank you so much for sending your book to my friend. She has already read it from cover to cover and says that it was a great source of hope for her. What a blessing you are to so many through your book."

-Mary Jo

"I would certainly recommend your book to anyone facing a similar struggle (and even to those who are not.) Thank you for sharing your story!"

-Claudia

"Thank you for sharing your story and this very personal side of your life. You are a gift to all you touch."

-Sandi

"I sat down and read Pam's book. It's a wonderful little book. Pam's story is similar to mine. God was with me every step of the way as well. He is an awesome God."

-Karen

"I, too, am a survivor and I thank you from the bottom of my heart for writing this beautiful book. I have given one already to the wife of a man I work with - they are true believers in the power of prayer. She had her surgery just 2 weeks ago. I know your timely book will make a difference in their lives."

-Sharon

"It is a wonderful book - really a prayerful walk. I enjoyed the message of faith and hope in the book."

-Tammy

"Thank you for telling your story, which will be a comfort to so many of us."

-Kris

"In a nutshell, "God is awesome and He definitely works through you." My husband and I gave your book to someone with breast cancer. She sat down to read a couple of pages and couldn't stop; she felt like she had written the book. She said it brought her so much peace and now she could sleep well - finally. The impact your book had on her made my husband and mw cry. Thanks for writing the book and God bless you."

-Janet

"I read your book and I know that it will be a source of strength to all those whose journeys are touched with cancer."

-Evie

"Thank you very much for the gift of your book. I devoured it - reading it 3 times. I guess women are really bonded together by this breast cancer experience. I, too, know how God can touch lives even in the midst of troubles. Thank you, thank you."

-Sandra

"I am also a breast cancer survivor and I have just read your book. Thank you very much for writing such a wonderful book. So many times I related to your situation with diagnosis and treatment and feelings. My story started almost 3 years ago. It sure has changed my life but like you, my faith in God is so much stronger. Thank you again and I will definitely recommend your book."

-Linda