Day 4

Today was our second day on the wards at the hospital, and several of us got some unique opportunities. Tyler was able to shadow the doctors on their rounds and learn how things work. He also spent some time in the CCU/ICU. He really learned a lot.
Jenni and Katie were able to go on rounds with Pastor Joshua, the chaplain for the hospital. They were able to pray for most of the patients in the hospital. Jenni felt really blessed when one of the student nurses, after hearing Jenni pray for a patient, asked Jenni to pray for her. Jenni was very happy to be able to minister to her in this way. Jenni and Katie also got to spend time in the pediatric ward.
Andreina and Sarah spent their whole day in the pediatric ward. They brought crayons and coloring books for the children there. They were really touched when a few of the children colored pictures for them to take home.
Catherine was able to go to one of the clinics run by Mercy Hospital today. She was able to take some blood pressures and learn about all of the different people that came to the clinic. She really enjoyed the drive out there and being able to see a different part of the city.
Mandy and Natalie had an amazing opportunity. Lizzie, one of the girls who is staying at BMS, works two days a week at a rehabilitation center for children. These children have many different orthopedic problems, from club feet to polio. This center is a place where they and their families can go to get therapy and surgery if needed. Natalie was really able to use her PT training and experience to help out. The physical therapist there was really blessed by her willingness to help and her knowledge. Both girls thoroughly enjoyed their time the the center.
Overall the team is doing well. We look forward to all the other exciting service opportunities that are presenting themselves to us.