AdventHealth’s mission was recently amplified by a group of West Florida Division team members and leaders. Erika Skula, AdventHealth Ocala president and CEO; Mike Murrill, AdventHealth Zephyrhills, Dade City president and CEO; and Joey Rivera, vice president of mission and ministry, led a group of 19 team members who provided free care to nearly 1,000 residents in Santa Cruz, Galapagos.
Volunteers, both clinical and non- clinical, joined forces with AdventHealth’s international partners at Clínica Adventista de Quito to deliver primary care and spiritual support in an area where health care providers and resources are limited. A message of hope and faith was shared with each patient who came in search of relief.
“We had opportunities to pray with patients and, at times, we connected them with a local pastor for further support. Beyond the physical beauty of the island and its unique wildlife, we were deeply blessed by the warmth and gratitude of the local people, who welcomed us with open hearts,” said Rivera.
The people of Santa Cruz were beyond grateful for the opportunity, not only to be treated for medical conditions, but to spend time with the volunteers.
“Our group of 19 volunteers came from different locations, backgrounds, and disciplines, yet over the course of the week, we became like family as we served side by side. It was truly a remarkable experience of unity and purpose,” said Rivera.
AdventHealth Global Missions amplifies the AdventHealth mission, Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ, to the world. With a commitment to building long-term relationships and a culture of volunteer service, AdventHealth is collaborating with hospitals around the world to spark meaningful change.
To watch a brief video recap of the AdventHealth team in the Galapagos Islands, scan the QR code below.
AdventHealth | February 2025
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