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HEALTH Ministries

Our mission

The mission of the NEC Health Ministries department is to share hope and wholeness through the healing power of Christ.

By promoting whole-person health principles we demonstrate the love of God, whose desire is “that all is well with you and that you enjoy good health in the same way that you prosper spiritually” (3 John 2, CEB). By linking biblical spirituality with practical health principles, we help each other find healing for our afflictions and hope for our future.

Health Ministry is the gospel of Christ illustrated; the message of God practiced. Without it, the gospel witness is muted; it is merely a theory, an idea.

By connecting, we can be more effective in promoting the health, healing, and wholeness of the community. We can bring healing to individuals in our own churches, our schools, and our homes. Together, we can fulfill God’s plan to restore hope in Christ to a world that is hurting in body, mind, and soul.

How we serve

Serves as a resource for information and counsel on health and temperance affairs, and advises the church and its departments and agencies, in the development and administration of health and/or temperance policies and programs
Promotes a healthful lifestyle among church members through literature, programs such as NEWSTART, Daniel’s 10 Day Health Challenge, and Sabbath services
Promotes a wholesome plant-based diet for optimal health and wellness.
Provides, through publications, services, and programs, an ongoing witness to the world concerning the physical, mental, and soul-destroying effects of tobacco, alcohol, and other harmful substances
Sponsors and/or organizes societies to effectively involve church and non-church organizations in united endeavors to promote the non-use of tobacco, alcohol, and other harmful substances
Encourages involvement in the evangelistic thrust of the church by developing resources that support the renewal of mission
Maintains liaison with Seventh-day Adventist® health professional organizations such as dentists, dietitians, nurses, optometrists, and physicians
Promotes and/or sponsors health seminars and workshops aimed at equipping Health Ministries Leaders, Gospel Medical Missionaries, Pastors, and Health Professionals for service
Fosters partnerships with other ministries, health institutions, and organizations with similar goals.