God has opened our hearts to the health challenges many Samoans face. Our goal is to empower the people through education so they can address problem areas before they become serious. Cardiovascular disease and cancer have reached epidemic proportions according to the World Health Organization. Smoking is on the rise and Western Samoa beats out the United States in overweight population with over 57% suffering from obesity and its consequences.Despite government efforts there is also a desperate shortage of medical professionals. A regional hospital on one island serves over a quarter of the population with only one doctor and a few nurses. Medical professionals in related fields (i.e pharmacists, nutritionists and lab techs) are also few and far between. As we serve the people according Jesus’ example we open doors to share with them the Good News of Christ which brings true healing with eternal benefits.
God’s has sent many already to join the team. A nurse from last year’s team is helping Julie develop basic health care education booklets for the villages translated into Samoan. A local musician has made a special CD to offer to those wanting to support the ministry with donations. A number of churches have also opened their doors to us as we present God’s vision for the ministry and seek prayer and financial support.
You can be part of the team. Our next mission to Samoa is scheduled for July, 2007. This will be the larger summer mission, offering clinics in several villages in Samoa and American Samoa. Last year the mission’s team treated 2000 people in two weeks and over 800 dedicated or rededicated their lives to Christ. During the trip we will participate in meetings with church and government leaders to plan for our upcoming preventive education missions.
We would welcome the opportunity to discuss with you how we may work together to offer healing to the islands for Christ. Ask God if this is where he would like for you to get involved in missions. As in the body of Christ, there are no unimportant members in our ministry. Those who go stand on the shoulders of those who God calls to support them. We are the hands of Christ strengthened by the body Christ. Together we can touch a life for eternity.
There are two important ways to help:
- Go and Serve
- Support those who Go
- Pray for them
- Support them financially
We need to raise $3000 for the mission trip in July and another $3000 for a trip late 2007 /early 2008. This will cover travel, lodging, supplies, and most food for the two of us. We also have monthly administrative/office costs.All donations are tax deductible.
Donations can be mailed to:
Huffman Pacific Ministry
P.O. Box 88
Newland, NC 28657
If you prefer on-line donations please see our website.
Please prayerfully consider if God would have you answer His call for this mission.
