I was on a call with my friend Neal in Madagascar when I received this text: Ordinarily, I might reply as I always have, pointing to resources, giving some advice, and approaching it pastorally while also being willing to stand firm on the fact that the student… Read More »Timing of Equipping

I’ve shared before about measuring success. However, goals are met through a series of individual decisions. Turn right or turn left? Go to this place or don’t? Plan a trip a day early in hopes you can connect with someone you haven’t yet received confirmation? Drive a… Read More »Is it worth it?

It was the phrase we used more than any other during the two weeks I was in Madagascar: “That’s Normal.” I even captured it on video while riding a Tuk-Tuk one day with the kids and Danielle: Heartbreaking & Humbling. I think those are the best two… Read More »That’s Normal (Life in Madagascar)

While the region is blessed with eleven “official” community chapters, many other areas meet regularly & community is shared and developed through sections, Women Physicians & Dentists in Christ (WPDC), Marriage Enrichment, and events like the upcoming Cannon Beach Pacific Northwest Winter Conference. Another one of those… Read More »Community Update ’24

“CMDA campus ministry has provided a place to talk about Jesus in the chaos of medical school. In school, it is easy to forget about your faith or put it on the back burner. CMDA has allowed me to stop and reflect on my walk with Jesus.” –… Read More »2024 Student Testimonies

Here are some quotes from emails, texts, and more over the past year: “Thank you so much for coming to our area! I walked away from coffee so encouraged. And from my heart, thank you for praying! … Thank you again for everything. Warmly, …”  – OB Hospitalist… Read More »What Others are Saying