Shipment Updates

Wentz Medical Center, Kampala, Uganda

We are pleased to receive the news that the shipment to Wentz Medical Center in Kampala, Uganda that was shipped from our warehouse in Fresno, CA on August 17, arrived safely on December 15, 2023!

Wentz Medical Center (WMC) is a non-profit mission hospital in Gaba, Kampala Uganda that offers a wide range of medical and dental services to the community. WMC traces its history to Gaba Community Church Clinic which ran from 2002 to 2005. It is out of this two-roomed rented structure that a nurse and laboratory technician provided medical services to the children, staff, and the community of Gaba. Through a collaborative effort between several ministries, the current facility was created and opened in 2005.

We at MMI are delighted to have partnered with this ministry to fulfill their mission: ‘‘We empower individuals and communities to attain and sustain a higher quality of life through holistic care inspired by the Love of Christ’’. This shipment included 984 boxes of life-saving medical supplies and 128 pieces of equipment that included an infant resuscitation table, a complete anesthesia monitor, 3 bassinets, 4 exam tables, a C-arm x-ray machine, and 2 gurneys.

Fight Against Aids Guinea West Africa, Conakry, Guinea

Last month we announced that our next shipment would be headed to Fight Against Aids Guinea West Africa (FAAGUI) in Conakry, Ginuea, however, the organization we are partnering with was still raising the remaining funds to cover the shipping fees. We are pleased to let you know that generous donors have met the additional need and we will be able to ship this Thursday, January 11! Praise God for the generosity of these donors!

If you would like to help load this shipment or just come to see more of what we do, please contact us ASAP at (559) 324-1255 or myra@medministries.org for details. Loading days are approximately a 3-hour commitment. We anticipate starting at about 9:00 am.

Grace Hospital,

Isiro, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Grace Hospital, founded by Drs. Jean Claude and Christine Bataneni, opened its doors in January 2023. It didn’t take long before they were inundated with those seeking medical care. The Doctors Bataneni have a reputation for high quality, compassionate medical care, developed during their 13 years of service in the Nebobongo Hospital, 35 miles from Isiro into the rainforest. We are pleased to let you know that we are planning a shipment of medical supplies and equipment to Grace Hospital in the coming months.

Prayer needs: Dr. Jean Claude, a surgeon, has developed glaucoma and it is only partially responsive to eye drops. He needs specialist care, for which he will have to go out of the country.

Second Saturday Workdays are BACK for 2024!

Our very favorite day of the month, the second Saturday workday, is back for 2024! Please join us for our first workday of the year which will take place from 9:00 until noon, this Saturday, January 13, 2024. This day is specially designed for groups, individuals, those with or without medical experience, students, and those wanting to learn more about what we do.

Come see for yourself what the ministry is all about. Bring your closed-toe shoes, and an extra layer, and join us in the warehouse. Hot coffee and snacks are on us. Orientation starts at 9:00 and you will be done before lunch.

If you’d like to schedule a group volunteer day, please call our office at (559) 324-1255 for availability.

Prayer Corner

Support MMI through prayer!

We have many shipments planned in the coming months and still need a warehouse with a loading dock within our budget.
We are recruiting volunteers for the warehouse and travel teams. Please pray for successful recruiting efforts
Safe travel for the Conakry shipment
Dr. Jean Claude's vision (Grace Hospital, Isiro, DR Congo)