by smiphilly | Jul 10, 2014 | SMI 2014
Hello! My name is Allison and I just finished my first year of medical school at SUNY Downstate. I came to SMI this summer because I wanted to use what I learned so far to do hands-on work to help people. I also wanted to see how God’s power can work to heal...
by smiphilly | Jul 16, 2013 | SMI 2013
We were coming to the close of the opening set of praise when the pastor of the local church I had been assigned to for the course of SMI called out to those who were in desperate need of Jesus. He asked those who felt called to come to the front of the altar, kneel...
by smiphilly | Mar 27, 2013 | SMI 2012
As I finish my second year of medical school, I have come to appreciate the lessons and experiences that I gained from the Summer Medical Institute (SMI). I initially applied to SMI because I felt that my medical education did not address how I would be able to...
by smiphilly | Aug 1, 2012 | SMI 2012
While walking around today, I felt God calling our team to go into a local restaurant. Once there, we were able to set up at a table and do several health screenings. But more importantly, we were able to talk to the customers and restaurant owners about spiritual...
by smiphilly | Jul 29, 2012 | SMI 2012, Uncategorized
When I approached Ms. X yesterday she seemed quite withdrawn and nervous. As I began speaking to her my spirit lead me to ask her “Is Jesus your Lord and Savior?” She responded by saying something like “There is a Lord.” I asked...
by smiphilly | Jul 28, 2012 | SMI 2012
Today marked the end of SMI Philly 2012 – and we miss it already! On Friday (July 27), we held our banquet at the beautiful Hunting Park site of Esperanza Health Center. In addition to reflecting on our experiences, we were grateful to be able to acknowledge and...
