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Can I make a significant and meaningful contribution as a Medical Ambassador?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
\"Julie<\/a>

Julie demonstrates techniques to Congolese nursing students<\/p><\/div>\n

This question tugged at my mind as I participated in my first Medical Ambassador Focus Group conference call.\u00a0 When asked to join a team traveling to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), the anxiety of this question consumed my mind<\/p>\n

But now, as I fly home from a two week trip to Congo, I can say with confidence, every Medical Ambassador can make a significant contribution towards improving healthcare and the lives of Congolese families.<\/p>\n

The needs of the health system are great, and Congolese professionals know what is required to improve their system.\u00a0 They guide the Medical Ambassadors in ways to come alongside them to offer support.<\/p>\n

You do not need to travel to Congo to be a part of the work.\u00a0 Through technology, we can communicate and form relationships with Congolese leaders via Skype and email.\u00a0 Much work can be accomplished across the globe without leaving your office or living room!<\/p>\n

When in Congo, I had the opportunity to meet with the department heads of Karawa hospital.\u00a0 To open our meeting, we studied Romans 12 together.\u00a0 It teaches, \u201cIn Christ we form one body, and each member belongs to all the others.\u00a0 We have different gifts, according to the grace given to each of us\u2026If your gift is teaching, then teach\u037e if it is to encourage, then give encouragement\u037e if it is to give, then give generously\u037e if it is to lead, do it diligently\u037e if it is to show mercy, do it cheerfully\u2026<\/p>\n

Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.\u00a0 Share with the Lord\u2019s people who are in need.\u201d\u00a0 This is the vision of the Medical Ambassadors:\u00a0 To come along side our Congolese brothers and sisters in Christ and to use our gifts of service, teaching, encouraging, giving generously, leading, and showing mercy to bring the Congolese hope amidst their afflictions.\u00a0 We are called to share with those in need, to be Christ\u2019s hands and feet in His church.\u00a0 Will you respond to this call?\u00a0 You can contribute in a significant and meaningful way!<\/p>\n

Julie Malyon
\nPCP Nursing Focus Group, Chai<\/p>\n

Read more about PCP’s initiatives and how you can be involved at\u00a0Paul Carlson Partnership’s website<\/a><\/p>\n

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