MMI Monthly | October 2024

Happy Thanksgiving!

In light of this season of thanksgiving, we want to say thank you from all of us at Medical Ministry International!

Whether it's through giving financially, serving on Project Teams, volunteering at our Hamilton warehouse, donating eyeglasses, praying for this Ministry, or otherwise, your generosity has touched and changed the lives of countless people around the world. It's because of generous people like you that we can partner together to provide compassionate health care and share the hope of Christ to a world in need.

For this, we are deeply grateful. Thank you for being a part of this mission.

Thank you for providing health care for lasting change.

With gratitude,

The Team at Medical Ministry International

“Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good;
His love endures forever.”
— Psalm 107:1

Did You Know?

There are many different ways to support this ministry! As you think about planning for your year-end, know that there are giving options beyond traditional giving.

Click on the icons below to learn more.

Donate Securities

For more information about donating securities, please contact us.
Available to Canadians only at this time.

Legacy & Estate Giving

Leave a gift in your will as a meaningful way to provide lasting care for years to come.

Join a Project

Learn more about our opportunities to give the gift of health internationally by serving on a Project Team.

Foundation & Corporate Giving

Support from family foundations and corporations are vital for the development of the Ministry's
programs around the world.

Upcoming Projects:

See our upcoming Project Teams this fall!

Dominican Republic: Nov 2 - 9, 2024
Surgery, Primary Care, Dental, Health Ed.

Ecuador: Nov 2 - 9, 2024
Primary Care, Dental, Health Education, Physical Therapy, Physiotherapy

Indonesia: Nov 8 - 22, 2024
Primary Care, Dental, Health Ed.

India: Nov 15 - 30, 2024
Vision Program, Eye Surgery & Optical

Amazon Region: Nov 30 - Dec 14, 2024
Hospital Boat Project
Surgery, Primary Care, Vision Care (pterygium surgery), Dental, Health Ed.

Ghana: Nov 30 - Dec 14, 2024
OB-GYN Surgery

Join a Project!

Pray for Medical Ministry International

For upcoming Project Teams:

  • Pray for our Project Teams this fall as they travel and serve.

  • Pray for the doctors, nurses, general helpers, specialists and directors as they provide health care to those in great need.

  • Pray for opportunities for spiritual conversations with patients and their families. Pray that the gospel would be known and they would feel the love of Christ.

Submit a Prayer Request

Can We Pray For You?

The Medical Ministry International Staff Team would love to pray for you. At our weekly staff meetings, we gather for a time of devotions and prayer. We pray over Project Teams, people in the MMI community, for each other, and for the world around us. If you would like us to pray for you, please submit a prayer request below. Prayer requests are automatically anonymous; however, you may include your name if you wish.

In Him,

The Medical Ministry International Team

Do You Have a Story to Share?

Whether it's a story from a Project Team you served on or a patient's life transformation you experienced, we would love to hear your story for upcoming newsletters! If you have a story to share, please email Lauren, our Marketing & Communications Coordinator, at: l.jenkins@mmi.org.

MMI Monthly | September 2024

Back to School, Back to Giving

Happy September from all of us at Medical Ministry International!

As the fall season begins, many of us find ourselves returning to familiar or new routines—students head back to school, and life settles into its usual rhythm after the summer months. It’s a season of renewal and a perfect time to reflect on the impact we can have in the lives of others. At Medical Ministry International, we are constantly preparing for our Project Teams who are travelling to care for those in need. We’re reaching out to invite you to join us in continuing this vital mission of providing health care for lasting change.

Our teams of surgeons, doctors, nurses, and other experts don’t just bring their expertise and compassion when they travel; they bring hope in the form of essential medical supplies and equipment. These resources are crucial to the success of our projects. For example, earlier this year, we were able to provide $10,000 toward the shipping of a container filled with orthopedic equipment for our team in Peru, enabling them to deliver life-changing care to those they were serving. As you can imagine, the cost of shipping these supplies on a regular basis, along with covering the luggage costs for our Project Teams, is significant.

This fall, we ask for your support to help fund these expenses. Your donation will contribute to ensuring that our Project Teams have the tools they need to provide compassionate care to those in need around the world. By giving today, you’ll be helping us deliver more than just medicine—you’ll be delivering hope. Thank you for partnering with us to provide health care for lasting change.

Please add a note to your donation indicating "MMI Monthly September".

Upcoming Projects:

See our upcoming Project Teams this fall!

Amazon Region (Hospital Boat): Sept 28 - Oct 12, 2024
Surgery, Primary Care, Vision Care (pterygium surgery), Dental, Health Ed.

Ecuador: Oct 5 - 12, 2024
Primary Care, Dental, Health Education, Physical Therapy, Physiotherapy

Peru: Oct 19 - Nov 2, 2024
Primary Care, Dental, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy
(1st week Cusco Extreme in rural area. High altitude hiking involved.)

Dominican Republic: Oct 25 - Nov 2, 2024
Surgery, Primary Care, Dental, Health Ed.

Amazon Region (Hospital Boat): Oct 26 - Nov 9, 2024
Surgery, Primary Care,
Vision Care (pterygium, cataract surgery), Dental, Health Ed.

Cambodia: Oct 26 - Nov 9, 2024
Surgery, Primary Care, Dental, Health Ed.

Join a Project!

Pray for Medical Ministry International

For upcoming Project Teams:

  • Pray for our Project Teams this fall as they travel and serve.

  • Pray for the doctors, nurses, general helpers, specialists and directors as they provide health care to those in great need.

  • Pray for our urgent needs this fall, which are listed above.

  • Pray for opportunities for spiritual conversations with patients and their families.

  • Pray for the hiring of two positions at our office. Please pray that God would lead us to the hiring of the CEO, and for the hiring of an Admin Assistant. Pray for Cause Leadership, whom we have hired for the hiring of a CEO.

Submit a Prayer Request

Can We Pray For You?

The Medical Ministry International Staff Team would love to pray for you. At our weekly staff meetings, we gather for a time of devotions and prayer. We pray over Project Teams, people in the MMI community, for each other, and for the world around us. If you would like us to pray for you, please submit a prayer request below. Prayer requests are automatically anonymous; however, you may include your name if you wish.

In Him,

The Medical Ministry International Team

Do You Have a Story to Share?

Whether it's a story from a Project Team you served on or a patient's life transformation you experienced, we would love to hear your story for upcoming newsletters! If you have a story to share, please email Lauren, our Marketing & Communications Coordinator, at: l.jenkins@mmi.org.

MMI Monthly | August 2024

God’s Faithfulness on the Amazon River

Juan Alan, our International Partners Director, and his wife, Leonor, were discussing next steps on their route in the Hospital Boat along the Amazon River. Juan Alan suggested, “Let’s go to the Yavary River, we haven’t been there in years!” They left the shore for the Yavary River, trusting the Lord that He would guide them.

They arrived in the first town, called Islandia. The people there were not expecting them, but they were happy that the Hospital Boat arrived. Juan Alan met with the local authorities there and they mapped out a good route for the Hospital Boat to travel on.

That evening, Juan Alan asked God, “Lord, why this detour?”. He remembered then that the Yavary River was where he did his first-ever Project with MMI in the Amazon. He looked for some photos from that Project Team in June 2011. He quickly realized that they were about to follow the exact same route on the exact same dates as his first Project in the Amazon. He reflected on how much God had blessed this ministry since that first project, 13 years ago that day. They went on to serve 1,407 patients on this Project.

Our 14th Annual Fundraising Golf Tournament

We had an amazing day at Piper's Heath Golf Club on July 29th at our Fundraising Golf Tournament! To all who supported this event by donating, participating in our raffle, sponsoring the event, and golfing... Thank you!

Thanks to your support at this year's golf tournament, we raised over $60,000 before expenses! Your generosity will help change lives around the world by increasing access to affordable, quality health care to our patients, their families and their communities. The funds from this year's tournament will go towards many initiatives in our ministry, including equipping our teams in Peru and Bolivia this year.

Upcoming Projects:

See our upcoming Project Teams in September!

Dominican Republic: Sept 7 - 14, 2024
Primary Care, Dental, Surgery, Health Ed.

Ecuador: Sept 7 - 14, 2024
Primary Care, Dental, Health Education, Physical Therapy, Physiotherapy

Philippines: Sept 7 - 28, 2024
Surgery, Primary Care, Dental, Health Education

Amazon Region (Hospital Boat): Sept 28 - Oct 12, 2024
Surgery, Primary Care, Vision Care (pterygium surgery), Dental, Health Education

 

Join a Project!

Pray for Medical Ministry International

For upcoming Project Teams:

  • Pray for our Project Teams this fall as they travel and serve.

  • Pray for the doctors, nurses, general helpers, specialists and directors as they provide health care to those in great need.

  • Pray for our urgent needs in September, which are listed above.

  • Pray for opportunities for spiritual conversations with patients and their families.

  • Pray for the hiring of two positions at our office. Please pray that God would lead us to the hiring of the CEO, and for the hiring of an Admin Assistant. Pray for Cause Leadership, whom we have hired for the hiring of a CEO.

Submit a Prayer Request

Can We Pray For You?

The Medical Ministry International Staff Team would love to pray for you. At our weekly staff meetings, we gather for a time of devotions and prayer. We pray over Project Teams, people in the MMI community, for each other, and for the world around us. If you would like us to pray for you, please submit a prayer request below. Prayer requests are automatically anonymous; however, you may include your name if you wish.

In Him,

The Medical Ministry International Team

Do You Have a Story to Share?

Whether it's a story from a Project Team you served on or a patient's life transformation you experienced, we would love to hear your story for upcoming newsletters! If you have a story to share, please email Lauren, our Marketing & Communications Coordinator, at: l.jenkins@mmi.org.

MMI Monthly | July 2024

Our 2023 Annual Report is Here!

We are excited to share the digital copy of our 2023 Annual Report with you! Click the image above to see an update of how your support has provided life-changing health care in 2023. Join us as we reflect and praise God for all He has done!

Upcoming Projects:

See our upcoming Project Teams in July and August!

Amazon Region (Hospital Boat Project): July 20 - Aug 3, 2024
Surgery, Primary Care, Vision Care (pterygium surgery), Dental, Health Ed.
URGENT NEED: Physicians, Dentists, Pharmacist, Nurse Practitioners, Nurses, Techs,  and General Helpers

Peru: July 20 - Aug 3, 2024
Vision Care, Eye Surgery, Optical, Physical Therapy/Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Dental
URGENT NEED: Surgical Ophthalmologist, Nurse, & Scrub Tech

Ecuador: Aug 3 - 10, 2024
Primary Care, Dental, Health Education, Physical Therapy, Physiotherapy

Mexico: Aug 10 - 16, 2024
Eye Surgery

Nepal: Aug 31 - Sept 14, 2024
Primary Care, Dental, Health Education
URGENT NEED: Physicians, Dentists, Pharmacist, Nurse Practitioners, Nurses, Techs,  and General Helpers

Join a Project!

Pray for Medical Ministry International

For upcoming Project Teams:

  • Pray for safety and health while travelling

  • Complication-free surgeries and treatments

  • Pray for our urgent needs such as physicians, dentists, & nurses

  • Opportunities for spiritual conversations with patients and families

Submit a Prayer Request

Can We Pray For You?

The Medical Ministry International Staff Team would love to pray for you. At our weekly staff meetings, we gather for a time of devotions and prayer. We pray over Project Teams, people in the MMI community, for each other, and for the world around us. If you would like us to pray for you, please submit a prayer request below. Prayer requests are automatically anonymous; however, you may include your name if you wish.

In Him,

The Medical Ministry International Team

Do You Have a Story to Share?

Whether it's a story from a Project Team you served on or a patient's life transformation you experienced, we would love to hear your story for upcoming newsletters! If you have a story to share, please email Lauren, our Marketing & Communications Coordinator, at: l.jenkins@mmi.org.

MMI Monthly | June 2024

Healing & Reunion in Colombia

In Colombia, this elderly couple was completely blind due to cataracts. She was without sight for 3 years, and her husband for 5 years because they did not have access to the cataract surgery they needed. Due to the severity of their cataracts, they couldn’t care for themselves or even see each other.

When they heard Medical Ministry International was coming to Colombia and was able to perform cataract surgery, their three granddaughters eagerly brought them in hopes that they could receive the surgery they so desperately needed.

After their successful cataract surgeries, the man and wife were sat next to each other. The gauze was removed from their eyes, and as they opened their eyes they were greeted by each other's familiar face. For the first time in 5 years, the man and his wife were able to look each other in the eyes again! They were as happy to see each other as newlyweds. They could also see their smiling granddaughters, who brought them there! The granddaughters couldn't hold their tears back in this moment of reunion, celebration, and healing.

Thank you to Allen Peachey, an MMI supporter, volunteer, and interpreter, for sharing this story and photos with us from his Project Team in Colombia. Praise God for the amazing work He's done!

Top left: Granddaughters by their grandparents’ side to support and celebrate with them
Top right: Granddaughter poses for a post-op photo with her smiling, seeing grandmother!
Bottom: The moment right after the gauze was removed from their eyes; they were able to see each other for the first time in years!

Meet Jyoti Kona!

We are excited to warmly welcome Jyoti Kona, our International Operations Director! With over 15 years of experience in the non-profit sector, Jyoti is skilled in strategic planning, team building, project management, grant administration, impact reporting and ministry work. Jyoti lives in Brampton, Ontario with her husband and two daughters, and is passionate about serving those in need. We are happy to have her on our team. Welcome, Jyoti!

Upcoming Projects:

See our upcoming Vision Care Projects!

Amazon Region (Hospital Boat Project): June 22 - July 6, 2024
Surgical, Primary Care, Vision Care (pterygium surgery), Dental, Health Ed.

Mexico: June 22 - June 29, 2024
Vision Program (Eye Surgery & Optical)

Amazon Region (Hospital Boat Project): July 20 - August 3, 2024
Surgery, Primary Care, Vision Care (pterygium surgery), Dental, Health Ed.
URGENT NEED: Physicians, Dentists, Pharmacist, Nurse Practitioners, Nurses, Techs, and General Helpers

Peru: July 20 - August 3, 2024
Vision Program, Eye Surgery, Optical, Physical Therapy/Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Dental
URGENT NEED: Surgical Ophthalmologist, Nurse, and Scrub Techs

Amazon Region (Hospital Boat Project): August 24 - September 7, 2024
Surgery, Primary Care, Vision Care (cataract surgery), Dental, Health Education
URGENT NEED: Physicians, Dentists, Pharmacist, Nurse Practitioners, Nurses, Techs, and General Helpers

Amazon Region (Hospital Boat Project): September 28 - October 12, 2024
Surgery, Primary Care, Vision Care (pterygium surgery), Dental, Health Education
NEEDED: Physicians, Dentists, Pharmacist, Nurse Practitioners, Nurses, Techs,  and General Helpers

See our Project Calendar:

Pray for Medical Ministry International

For upcoming Vision Care Project Teams:

  • Complication-free surgeries and treatments

  • Pray for our urgent needs such as physicians, nurses & nurse practitioners

  • God's glory to be seen throughout our upcoming projects this summerSubmit a Prayer Request

Submit a Prayer Request

Can We Pray For You?

The Medical Ministry International Staff Team would love to pray for you. At our weekly staff meetings, we gather for a time of devotions and prayer. We pray over Project Teams, people in the MMI community, for each other, and for the world around us. If you would like us to pray for you, please submit a prayer request below. Prayer requests are automatically anonymous; however, you may include your name if you wish.

In Him,

The Medical Ministry International Team

Do You Have a Story to Share?

Whether it's a story from a Project Team you served on or a patient's life transformation you experienced, we would love to hear your story for upcoming newsletters! If you have a story to share, please email Lauren, our Marketing & Communications Coordinator, at: l.jenkins@mmi.org.

MMI Monthly | February 2024

The Inauguration of Maü Pata,
our Hospital Boat

On Sunday, February 11th, the hospital boat was docked in Puerto Nariño, Colombia, where people gathered in a soccer stadium to celebrate the inauguration of Maü Pata. Local leaders, including: the mayor, the minister of health, a pastor and a priest were all present. Juan Alan, our International Partners Director, Jillian Neven, our Senior Accounting Manager, and Ryan Coffey, lead pastor at Lifehouse Church, spoke and praised God for His goodness and faithfulness. Everyone celebrated with cake and juice, and gave out balloons to the children. It was a huge success and we are excited to celebrate this great accomplishment! Praise God for all He has done. Enjoy some photos from the event in Colombia on Sunday!

Photos by: Jonathan Montoya, of Nathan Pictures

Greetings from MMI Ghana

Above: Seth Ephraim Tetteh-Quaye (right), Country Director and Project Director for MMI Ghana, and some of the local MMI Ghana staff.

Click the button below to meet Seth Ephraim Tetteh-Quaye, Country Director and Project Director for MMI Ghana. In this video, Seth introduces us to Belinda Donkor Odoom, who came to an MMI Ghana mobile clinic in Mamobi, Ghana. She walked to the project site where Medical Ministry International had a mobile clinic. Most people in this area of Ghana cannot afford medical treatment - even with health insurance - so they don't usually go to their local hospitals for help. Belinda came to the MMI Ghana medical clinic with a stomach ulcer and infections. She was pleasantly surprised by the help she received, and went home to invite her family to go for a medical screening.

Upcoming Projects

See our upcoming Hospital Boat and Ghana Project Teams!

Amazon Region: May 4 - 18, 2024
(Surgical, Primary Care, Vision Care (pterygium surgery), Dental Care, Health Education)

Amazon Region: May 18 -  Jun 1, 2024
(Surgical, Primary Care, Vision Care (pterygium surgery), Dental Care, Health Education)

Ghana: Jun 8 - 22, 2024
(OBGYN, Surgical)

Amazon Region: Jun 22 - Jul 6, 2024
(Surgical, Primary Care, Vision Care (pterygium surgery), Dental Care, Health Education)

Amazon Region: Jul 20 - Aug 3, 2024
(Surgical, Primary Care, Vision Care (pterygium surgery), Dental Care, Health Education)

Ghana: Sept 7 - 21, 2024
(Vision Care, Eye Surgery & Optical)

 

See our Project Calendar:

Pray for Medical Ministry International

For MMI Ghana:

  • Complication-free surgeries

  • More volunteers and participants. The need is great!

  • Local surgeons, anesthetists, and ophthalmologists to participate

  • God's glory to be seen throughout projects

For MMI Amazon:

  • Spiritual breakthroughs for patients, their families, participants, and those serving with Medical Ministry International

  • That the love of Christ is shown and God is glorified through our Project Teams in 2024

  • Safety while traveling throughout the Amazon Region

Submit a Prayer Request

Can We Pray For You?

The Medical Ministry International Staff Team would love to pray for you. At our weekly staff meetings, we gather for a time of devotions and prayer. We pray over Project Teams, people in the MMI community, for each other, and for the world around us. If you would like us to pray for you, please submit a prayer request below. Prayer requests are automatically anonymous; however, you may include your name if you wish.

In Him,

The Medical Ministry International Team

Do You Have a Story to Share?

Whether it's a story from a Project Team you served on or a patient's life transformation you experienced, we would love to hear your story for upcoming newsletters! If you have a story to share, please email Lauren, our Marketing & Communications Coordinator, at: l.jenkins@mmi.org.

MMI Monthly | January 2024

Introducing our very first issue of MMI Monthly!

We are excited to share monthly communications of the work God is doing around the world through Medical Ministry International. Stay tuned for patient stories, participants' experiences, insights from our international partners and country directors, and other updates from our organization!

A Story of Restoration in Cambodia

Sam*, a 50 year old woman from Cambodia, came to the Medical Ministry International surgical clinic in Banlung, Cambodia in May 2023. She was in pain, unable to eat well or fully digest. She had an intestinal obstruction that developed after she received a hernia surgery the previous December by a local doctor.

The doctors at the Medical Ministry International clinic were able to operate successfully and remove the obstruction in her intestines. They checked on her after her surgery, and, with the local partner-pastor in Banlung, prayed for her prior to her discharge from the hospital.

A week after her surgery, Sam* unfortunately developed a surgical site infection due to her depleted nutritional state that contributed significantly to poor healing. Her family brought her to the hospital, and two of our team members traveled from the Philippines to meet with Sam* and her family to assess her and assist in care.

At the hospital, the MMI doctors met and discussed with the attending physician about Sam's* health. Imaging and tests were done and they decided to manage her case conservatively with surgery as the last resort. Her nutritional status and imbalances were corrected, regular wound care was given, and they were able to provide the care that she needed.

By the grace of God, Sam* showed great improvement! Her wound healed, and about 10 days later, she was able to return home to her loving family, friends, and neighbors in her village. While we praise God that she has experienced healing physically, we also praise God that Sam* and her two children have decided to give their lives to Christ! Today, she continues to do well, eat well, recover, and she attends a local church with her children.

*Patient's name has been changed to protect their privacy.

 

Upcoming Projects

Join a Project Team with Dr. Allan Melicor! Here are some of his upcoming Project Teams:

Philippines: Feb 24 - Mar 9, 2024
(Surgical, Primary and Dental Care)

Thailand: June 1 - 15, 2024
(Primary and Dental Care, Health Education)

Nepal: Aug 31 - Sept 14, 2024
(Primary and Dental Care, Health Education)

Philippines: Sept 15 - 21, 2024
(Surgical, Primary and Dental Care)

Cambodia: Oct 26 - Nov 9, 2024
(Surgical, Primary and Dental Care)

 

Pray for Medical Ministry International

  • Dr. Allan Melicor and his teams serving in various countries in 2024

  • Health and safety of upcoming Project Teams

  • That God would provide participants, doctors, surgeons and patients for each Project

  • Complication-free procedures, full & speedy recoveries for patients with excellent results

  • Spiritual breakthroughs for patients, their families, participants, and those serving with Medical Ministry International

  • That the love of Christ is shown and God is glorified through our Project Teams in 2024

Submit a Prayer Request

Can We Pray For You?

The Medical Ministry International Staff Team would love to pray for you. At our weekly staff meetings, we gather for a time of devotions and prayer. We pray over Project Teams, people in the MMI community, for each other, and for the world around us. If you would like us to pray for you, please submit a prayer request below. Prayer requests are automatically anonymous; however, you may include your name if you wish.

In Him,

The Medical Ministry International Team

Do You Have a Story to Share?

Whether it's a story from a Project Team you served on or a patient's life transformation you experienced, we would love to hear your story for upcoming newsletters! If you have a story to share, please email Lauren, our Marketing & Communications Coordinator, at: l.jenkins@mmi.org.

The Hospital Boat is on the Water!

Maü Pata will expand the MMI Amazon Team’s ability to deliver primary, surgical, dental, nutrition, and vision care services to countless people living in isolated communities along the rivers, many of which are only accessible by boat. In addition, they will now be able to provide ophthalmological consultations and surgeries, ambulatory surgical services and have accommodations for personnel and teams in remote regions of Peru, Brazil, and Colombia.

Transition Announcement

After being involved with the Ministry for 30 years, including almost 20 years as full-time staff, we are saying good bye to our dear Leanne. After much prayer she feels God calling her to a new direction. We thank God for her years of dedicated, indeed sacrificial, service to our organization. While we begin the search for a new Executive Director, Chris Ferris, who currently serves as the International Operations Director, will serve as the Interim Executive Director.

Hiring Marketing and Communications Coordinator

We are hiring a full-time Marketing and Communications Coordinator. For full details, read our Position Profile.

Please submit a cover letter and resume to jobs@mmi.org by May 15, 2023. Interviews will occur during the posting period.

Medical Ministry International is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. We offer an environment that will support you in reaching your potential. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities act, 2005, accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in their cover letter when they apply.

Medical Ministry International, PO Box 47518, Hamilton ON L8H 7S7, CRA #895554947RR0001.
Medical Ministry International US, PO Box 17593, San Antonio TX 78217, Tax ID #85-2197645.