In the fall of 2023, Jessie Vasquez received the kind of news that shatters the ordinary: a diagnosis of Stage 3 breast cancer. By the time it was discovered, the cancer had already spread to her lymph nodes.

Since then, Jessie has been courageously fighting for her life.

Over the past two years, her battle has taken her far from home. She has pursued treatments both out of state and out of the country. She’s undergone surgery, integrative low-dose chemotherapy, repurposed medications, and a host of alternative and supportive therapies. In the summer of 2024, Jessie’s body was pushed to the brink. She was hospitalized with life-threatening sepsis and nearly didn’t make it. And yet, by God’s grace, she’s still here.

The fight continues, day by day. It’s been a rollercoaster filled with hope, setbacks, progress, and perseverance.

All of this is happening while she and her husband Danny are raising and homeschooling their 6 kids. In the middle of Jessie’s health crisis, Danny (who had worked as a UX Designer), was laid off. Despite months of applications and interviews, doors didn’t open. So earlier this year, Danny felt the Lord calling him to create art.

He now works full-time as a fine artist, painting landscapes inspired by their journey, the peace that only Jesus can provide, the wonder of creation, and the presence of a loving and faithful God. Through this, he’s trying to support his family and provide stability while continuing to search for additional work. You can see his work at DannyVasquezFineArt.com.

The Vasquez family’s story is one of faith under fire. It’s a story of holding onto hope, even when the road ahead is uncertain, trusting in a faithful God who is good all the time. But the weight of medical bills, treatment expenses, travel costs, and basic needs continues to build, and they cannot carry it alone.

How You Can Help:

1. Pray

Your prayers matter. Jessie and her family are leaning on God daily. Please pray for complete healing, strength in the battle, open doors for Danny, and peace for their children.

2. Give

If you feel led, a financial gift of any size would make a difference. Funds will go directly toward medical expenses, ongoing treatment, and the basic needs of a family navigating one of the hardest seasons of their lives. You can give through this website or if you'd prefer, other options include:

Zelle: 515-230-3765

Paypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/jessiescancerjourney

3. Purchase Art

Support the family by purchasing Danny’s artwork. Every sale helps them keep going and spreads beauty and encouragement to others. Visit DannyVasquezFineArt.com to view available originals and prints.

Jessie has chosen to fight cancer not only with medicine but with faith. Through every trial, she and Danny continue to trust in the Lord’s healing and provision. This GiveSendGo page is a place to stand with them, to lift them up in prayer, to give as you are able, and to surround them with the love of the body of Christ.

Thank you for walking with them. Thank you for believing in miracles.

If you'd like to follow the diary of Jessie's Cancer Journey and see her latest updates, please visit her Caring Bridge site, follow this link: Jessie's Cancer Journey Updates
This is where she will be updating on a regular basis, and you'll be able to look back through her past posts to see how the Lord has been working.
(Caring Bridge may require you to create an account with your email in order to see updates, but it will allow you to subscribe to Jessie's posts, so you won't miss an update).

“Haven’t I commanded you: be strong and courageous? Do not be afraid or discouraged, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” -Joshua 1:9 

The Lord says, Because he clings to me, I will rescue him. I will protect him, because he acknowledges my name. He will call on me, and I will answer him. I will be with him in distress. I will deliver him and I will honor him. With long life I will satisfy him, and I will let him see my salvation. -Psalms 91:14-16