values<\/a> here. \u00a0But suffice it to say, that we exist not just to treat people with excellent medical care, but to proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ and make disciples.<\/p>\nBut do we treat anyone who comes in the door, no matter what their faith or background? \u00a0Of course we do! \u00a0We are proud to serve the people of this part of Ethiopia. \u00a0Fortunately, as our reputation has grown, now we are also seeing patients referred to us from all over the country. \u00a0And these patients come from all types of backgrounds. \u00a0Some are Ethiopian Orthodox, some are Muslim, some are animistic, and some are Protestant. \u00a0We see and treat them all.<\/p>\n
In the hospital, our staff will offer to pray with patients regardless of their background. \u00a0We believe that a person’s health should be attended to physically and spiritually. \u00a0We find that our patients really respond to the fact that we care about them in this wholistic manner.<\/p>\n
Often, if a patient is open to hearing about it, we will share with them the life-giving message of the Gospel. \u00a0We don’t force it. \u00a0But we do give them the opportunity to hear. \u00a0We play the Jesus Film in the hospital. \u00a0We will often provide a Bible in Amharic. \u00a0By God’s grace, we have seen over 500 patients profess faith in Christ since the hospital opened its doors. \u00a0But even for those that kindly decline, we aim to provide excellent care just the same.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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