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This blog explores how our medical work can align with God’s purposes. We don’t have to guess how to connect our work to the Kingdom of God. Understanding how healthcare fits into the whole story of the Bible will help us recover a sure foundation. A solid integration of healthcare and mission will help us move ahead with confidence and joy.
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Kathryn Butler is a trauma and critical care surgeon who recently left clinical practice to homeschool her children. She teaches at Harvard Medical School, and has contributed to the literature on surgical critical care and medical education. She and her…
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Assessing the learning needs of medical mission workers
This survey finds that learning needs of medical missionaries are broader than you might think.
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Third culture leadership
Mission leadership should include ‘bridge people’ who embody the diversity of our pluarlistic world.
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Zeal without Burnout: Seven keys to a lifelong ministry of sustainable sacrifice
We want zeal in healthcare missions, but a zeal from being called, not driven. Here are some quotes from a helpful book.
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Preparing for the field
What would I say to someone preparing to serve in medical missions cross-culturally?
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Why I am blogging
After two years my reasons for blogging are still exciting!
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How to prepare medical missionaries — part 2
Where do our people suggest you might go for community health and health education; leadership and management; theology of work and mission; and tropical and international medical courses? Take a look.
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How to prepare medical missionaries
Where would you find a curriculum to prepare healthcare workers who serve Christ cross-culturally? Here are some of the needed elements of preparation from the perspective of 100 active SIM medical missionaries.
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First Year on the Field – YouTube
You will hear many of our friends in SIM as they talk about the first year serving the Lord overseas. I love SIM! I love the Lord, for He is so gracious. Join us!
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Permission to mourn, anyone?
We work in the midst of a mountain of suffering and death. Do we take time to care for our souls? Do we allow ourselves to mourn?
