health evangelism

International Health Fair Draws the Community Contributed by Angeline D. Brauer, Health Ministries Co-director at Ellicott City Church Health Fairs are a common tool used by churches to connect with their communities.  Seventh-day Adventist Churches, in particular, often use banners that discuss various lifestyle-based approaches to prevention and support of healing.   The health ministries team of the Ellicott City Seventh-day Adventist Church (ECC), however, took a different approach for their 2024 HealthyYOU Community Fair. Jonathan Brauer, co-director for health ministries, shared the idea of giving the health fair an “international” focus.  ECC had previously [...]

The Urban Life Center in Baltimore A Community Hub for Wellness and Transformation Contributed by Cristina Macena, Urban Life Center Director Baltimore, a city steeped in history and diversity, is home to a wide range of institutions and organizations that serve its residents in various ways. Among these is the Urban Life Center (ULC), a unique space promoting health, wellness, and healing. The Urban Life Center is a center of influence that ministers to the community's needs and works to improve their quality of life and overall wellness. The Vision Behind the Urban Life Center [...]