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Last week I received my first MRI post first round of treatment, and the results were encouraging. Both tumors have shru...
04/09/2026

Last week I received my first MRI post first round of treatment, and the results were encouraging. Both tumors have shrunk in size, which is a good indication that the radiation and chemotherapy have been effective. I will restart chemotherapy next week. I’m also thankful that I’ve been able to remain relatively active and largely symptom-free! I’m truly grateful for all the love, care, and support I’ve continued to receive, and I will keep placing my trust in Jesus for whatever lies ahead.

“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. “ Romans 5:13

While my updates have been infrequent lately, I have a significant one to share: as of last Tuesday, I completed my six ...
03/23/2026

While my updates have been infrequent lately, I have a significant one to share: as of last Tuesday, I completed my six weeks of daily radiation and chemotherapy! Although the journey has had its physical and emotional ups and downs, I’m grateful to still be feeling generally good, despite some extra fatigue.

Over the next couple weeks, I’ll be focusing on recovering from this round of treatment before the next step. While this disease continues to present many unknowns, the constant in the midst of this crisis has been the love, support, and prayers from my church and community. This has come in all shapes and forms: from cards being sent, GCA students and staff celebrating my birthday with me by dressing in blue, delicious food, words of encouragement, and the list goes on! God is working through you and I cannot thank you enough for that; it has truly been a gift.

So do not fear, for I am with you;
do not be dismayed, for I am your God.
I will strengthen you and help you;
I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.
Isaiah 41:10 NIV

Much love, David

Quick update on my journey: I started chemotherapy and radiation this last Wednesday here in Calhoun at AdventHealth. I’...
02/08/2026

Quick update on my journey: I started chemotherapy and radiation this last Wednesday here in Calhoun at AdventHealth. I’ll have daily chemo and radiation for the next six weeks, then follow up again at Duke. So far I’m feeling good and I’ve even been able to resume running every day! My family is incredibly thankful for all of your prayers, encouragement, and support. We truly feel so loved and surrounded by you all! You are a light in this season of our lives. With love, David

Note from the GCA Church - In addition to your prayers, if you want to support the Smith family with a meal or a financial gift, a number of their close friends have created a web page through Give InKind: https://www.giveinkind.com/inkinds/V9N9L5V/the-smith-family-13

Isaiah 1:17 💌
02/05/2026

Isaiah 1:17 💌

Pastor David continues to work closely with his medical team on a treatment plan. He has consultations at Duke Health in...
01/30/2026

Pastor David continues to work closely with his medical team on a treatment plan. He has consultations at Duke Health in North Carolina on Monday and Tuesday, and will begin chemotherapy and radiation treatments on Wednesday in Calhoun. Thank you for your continued prayers.

February is right around the corner 🌟 Check out what we have going on this month! 👉
01/29/2026

February is right around the corner 🌟 Check out what we have going on this month! 👉

James 1:17 💌 He never changes or casts a shifting shadow
01/29/2026

James 1:17 💌 He never changes or casts a shifting shadow

Due to the outpouring of love and support for the Smith family, a number of their close friends have created a web page ...
01/28/2026

Due to the outpouring of love and support for the Smith family, a number of their close friends have created a web page through Give InKind to help coordinate meals and financial support. Please visit the page for more information. Thank you for continuing to lift up Pastor David and his family in prayer!

https://www.giveinkind.com/inkinds/V9N9L5V/the-smith-family-13

Reminder 🫶
01/22/2026

Reminder 🫶

I want to share a brief update and also say thank you for the love and care you’ve shown our family during this time. Af...
01/22/2026

I want to share a brief update and also say thank you for the love and care you’ve shown our family during this time. After extensive testing, and many appointments, consults and guidance from my medical team, we now have clarity that I’m facing glioblastoma cancer. Due to the locations in the brain, surgery is unfortunately not an option. I’ll begin chemotherapy and radiation next week or the following. We will continue to work in collaboration with my care team as we take this day by day.

Our family is so grateful for the love, prayers, messages, and support that you've surrounded us with. God has been faithfully carrying us through this season, and we are thankful for the peace He continues to give us each day. We are still praying for a miracle from God but prepared to walk whatever path is before us. We are trusting Him step by step. Your kindness and care have meant more to us than we can express, and we are deeply thankful for each of you walking alongside us.“

You will keep in perfect peace all who trust in you, all whose thoughts are fixed on you! Trust in the Lord always, for the Lord God is the eternal Rock.” Isaiah 26:3-4

With Love, Pastor David & Family

Luke 1:37 🫶 🌈🙏
01/22/2026

Luke 1:37 🫶 🌈🙏

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351 Academy Drive SW
Calhoun, GA
30701

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Monday 12pm - 4pm
Tuesday 12pm - 4pm
Wednesday 12pm - 4pm
Thursday 12pm - 4pm
Friday 12pm - 4pm
Saturday 10:30am - 1pm

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+17066258582

Website

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