Abstract
Medicine is mission, whether practiced at home or abroad. But what do we mean by mission? Does it have a particular meaning to Catholics? And is there something more to being an actual medical missionary? These are ideas we hope to explore in The Linacre Quarterly Special Issue of November 2021, “Medicine in Mission.”
Many members of the Catholic Medical Association have been involved in medical missionary work, and others are interested in becoming involved. This special issue intends not only to share the work and spirit of those who are doing such service, but also to inspire others to give themselves in new ways. Pope Francis and the Bishops of the United States have called us to be missionary disciples. How can we prepare our minds and hearts to meet this call?
Relevant topics include--but are not limited to--the following: Building Effective Teams The Church, Her Vision, and Medical Mission Making a Sustainable Difference Biblical and Spiritual Framework for Mission Discernment in Mission: Local, Domestic, or International Lay Involvement in Medical Missions In-Country Partnerships/Working with NGOs ERDs and Mission Cultural Diversity in Mission and Practice Cross Cultural Education of Local Partners Strengthening Local Care Systems Disaster Anticipation and Relief Mission and Evangelization Mission, Marriage, and Family Identifying Needs and Developing Mission Plans Pitfalls of Medical Missions Legal and Regulatory Issues/Scope of Mission Practice Financing Spirituality and Mission Short Term Experiences in Global Health for Medical Students