In order to improve the health and wellness of a community, we must find a way to bridge the gap between healthcare and faith. To that end, Baylor Scott & White Health’s Faith Community Health program leverages the power of support and faith to enhance the lives of at-risk individuals. The program pairs volunteers from … Continue reading Bridging the gap between healthcare and faith
Back in 1997, a group of Baylor chaplains, physicians, social workers, nurses, and other staff from various faiths gathered to explore ways to contribute to our founders’ mission for a great humanitarian institution where people of all faiths and those of none could come with equal confidence. One of the main visions of this Interfaith … Continue reading Honoring Maya Angelou, Acclaimed Writer Dies at Age 86
It would be impossible for me to tell you all that I’ve seen over 30 years as a chaplain and have you believe one-third of it. Not unless you’ve worked in an acute care hospital setting yourself. From trauma rooms to waiting rooms outside of emergency departments and intensive care units, to psychiatric and chemical … Continue reading Let Your Patients Teach You
