The Deep End Graham Clarke - When Life Doesn't Go to Plan
Jun 18, 2024
Graham Clarke, Senior Pastor at Cornerstone Christian Church Alderley, shares his heart-wrenching journey through grief and loss after his wife's sudden death from cancer. He discusses the challenges of parenting as a single dad while navigating his own faith crises. Graham reflects on the importance of community support, the honesty of his prayers, and how tragedy can deepen one's faith. He offers insights on how to best support those in crisis, emphasizing practical help over expectations for answers to life's toughest questions.
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From Early Diagnosis To Sudden Recurrence
- Graham recounts his wife's early cancer diagnosis, treatment, and their move back to Brisbane to be near family.
- He relives the shock when scans later revealed multiple brain tumours and widespread metastasis leading to a three-month decline.
Three Months From Discovery To Passing
- Graham describes the frantic hospital moment, the oncologist's blunt timeline, and the immediate pivot to protecting the kids.
- He says Christy maintained brain function until the final week and died peacefully after about three months.
Let Others Carry The Prayer Burden
- Graham's pastor told him, "You look after your family and that's our job to believe."
- He advises releasing the pressure to produce miraculous proof and instead focus on practical parenting needs.
