One reason Komen Atlanta developed the Worship in Pink program was to deliver vital breast health information in a place where it would resonate with people–in their places of worship. Komen volunteer Dr. Bresha Shaw has exerperienced firsthand how effective this is in spreading the life-saving message of early detection. She has worked closely with her church, Antioch AME, to organize the event year after year. We asked Dr. Shaw why her church is so dedicated to the program and the cause:
Transforming lives, is this your mission? If so join the Worship in Pink Weekend experience.
Last year, our health ministry joined forces with the Susan G. Komen’s Worship in Pink Weekend, and lives were transformed in more ways than we could imagine. This experience allowed us to empower and educate our congregation about breast health (screening, early detection, diagnosis, resources etc.). During this event, our church sponsored weekly testimonials from survivors, workshops with local breast health specialists, and the grand finale, the Worship in Pink Weekend celebration. As a result of Worship in Pink, women reported more frequent breast self-exams, some women received mammograms and were even diagnosed with breast cancer. Through early detection, these women have been treated and are currently recovering. This experience not only transformed the health of our congregation but also strengthened our faith, hope and love for one another.
We are excited about continued participation in this event as we educate our congregation, families, friends and community about breast health. Thanks to the entire Susan G. Komen Worship in Pink staff for their support, hard work and commitment to this cause.
We hope Dr. Shaw’s account of Worship in Pink encourages you and your place of worship to participate. Visit our online registration page to join the movement now!
