Adam Wright

Every opportunity to go out for a date is treasured. I’ve been exhausted lately and usually don’t stay up past eight. Tonight the show starts at eight and I’m feeling GREAT! We’re ready for An Evening with Bernadette Peters and the SLSO!!

My latest reflection on Substack chronicles one of the most difficult things I’ve endured in my journey with Stage IV Neuroendocrine Cancer. Last October I had surgery to remove eight tumors from my liver. It was a brutal experience, but so was our Lord’s crucifixion. I pray that my own personal experience of “Good Friday” will lead me to an eternity of Easter joy.

As always, thank you for your support. Could I ask you to share this reflection with someone you know who may benefit from reading it?

Read the full reflection: https://open.substack.com/pub/adamwrightstl/p/wounds-glorified?r=thxjb&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web

YOUR HELP IS NEEDED:

Friends, a few years ago, I was asked to interview a young woman named Jenna Mayo. It turns out that, unbeknownst to me, we had met several times during high school at various regional youth ministry events. I was always edified by my interviews with Jenna. She spoke passionately about our faith, displaying confidence in God at all times.

Sadly, Jenna was diagnosed with an aggressive cancer late last year. Jenna passed away this morning and leaves behind her husband Doug and three daughters.

Could I ask you, in your charity, to both pray for the repose of Jenna's soul, pray for her family, and consider making a gift to a GoFundMe setup to assist her family?

I have often pondered what would happen if I were to die from my cancer. It is an odd tension to consider. On one hand, I want to become a saint (and pray that I do)! On the other, I think of the effect my passing would have on Beth and our family. We were amazed by the outpouring of support when a GoFundMe was established for us. It was an humbling and joyously overwhelming experience to know how many friends and strangers were there to support us in an unknown time. Will you help reach this goal for Jenna's family?

Donate to Help Jenna’s Daughters and Husband Thrive, organized by Brandon Dempsey This is Brandon Dempsey, Jenna's older brother. For the past 6 months Je… Brandon Dempsey needs your support for Help Jenna’s Daughters and Husband Thrive

Two years ago today, I received test results that I didn’t fully understand. I knew it was cancer, but I had no idea what a was. It was the first time I prayed a prayer that had accompanied me through much of this journey: “I’m not ready, Lord. But You are. Let’s go.”

Here we are two years later. I’m still living with Stage 4 Grade 1 . I’m glad God was ready. There are still days I’m not exactly sure how we would be able to do this apart from Him.

“I wanted to do this… until I didn’t.”

This photo was taken the morning of my surgery. There was real hope that day—hope that something difficult might finally lead to healing.

But in the final moments before being wheeled back, something shifted. Fear took hold.

This week’s reflection is about that moment:
when you know what lies ahead is good… but you still don’t want to go through it.

If this resonates, feel free to share it with someone who may need it.

https://adamwrightstl.substack.com/p/i-wanted-to-do-this-until-i-didnt

“What will it take?”

That question took on new meaning in the weeks following my brain surgery.

Recovery was underway, but the focus quickly shifted to what came next—and what it might cost to keep the possibility of healing alive.

This week’s reflection explores that tension:
the cost of acting, the cost of waiting, and the challenge of trusting God in the middle of it.

If you know someone walking through illness or a difficult season, feel free to share this with them.

https://adamwrightstl.substack.com/p/what-will-it-take

Christ is risen! Truly He is risen!

Happy Easter! Remember we are called to the joys of the resurrection. We are called to become saints. His death and resurrection have made a way for us who could not make our own way. Let us respond generously to His call and ask for His grace!

Two wonderful colleagues of mine from Catholic radio will be at the Cathedral of St. Joseph in Jefferson City next month. I highly encourage you to attend if you are able.