Monday, July 13, 2009

Hello Friends,


I wanted you all to know of the wonderful experience I had this last week working with SCRUBS Medical Mission in Guatemala. Throughout the years I have been part of numerous short-term outreaches but this was truly unique. As we addressed some 600 individual's medical needs over the course of the week, we also had the privilege of seeing beautiful times of ministry among team members as we gathered each evening. Because SCRUBS is a Christian medical organization, we attract not only committed Christians but also medical personnel the Lord is drawing into a more personal relationship. Subsequently, our outreaches have two target audiences; those we attend to medically and those who have volunteered a week of their medical skills. I believe the establishment of SCRUBS is a timely and effective tool for lifting up and presenting the name of Jesus in a special and very relevant way. In response, I have agreed to serve as Board Chairman as we attempt to get 501C3 status in order to secure various funding sources that have been committed once the non-profit status is in place. Our desire is to fulfill growing requests to take multiple teams into Guatemala and Peru. If this new ministry interests you I would love to tell you more. At any rate please spread the word and pray for us as we seek to gather a seed fund of $800 to complete our non-profit status.


Thanks for listening,

Russell Bailiff

(903) 312-7245