Welcome to the Pioneers in Health podcast. In this podcast, we share inspiring stories of pioneering leaders from our nation and from your backyard who are working to improve health. In episode 19, we interview veteran journalist Jim McLean, senior reporter at Kansas News Service. Kansas News Service is a collaboration of public media stations …
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Podcast episode 19: Jim McLean
Now Hiring – Engaged Congregations and Communities Coordinator
Now hiring! Do you have a passion for social justice and community health? We’re seeking an Engaged Congregations and Communities Coordinator to join our team. To download this job description (pdf), click here. To apply, please send resume and cover letter to jobs@healthfund.org. The United Methodist Health Ministry Fund (Health Fund) seeks an Engaged Congregations and Communities Coordinator with a passion for social justice …
Podcast episode 18: Ashley All
Welcome to the Pioneers in Health podcast. In this podcast, we share inspiring stories of pioneering leaders from our nation and from your backyard who are working to improve health. In episode 18, we interview Ashley All, M.S., president of the Kansas Coalition for Common Sense and executive director of the Kansas Common Sense Fund. Ashley is …
2025 Healthy Congregations Retreat
Thank you for attending our annual Healthy Congregations retreat April 10-11 in Salina, Kansas! We appreciate everyone who attended our annual Healthy Congregations retreat this year. We hope you enjoyed connecting, learning, sharing and developing relationships with others who share a passion for congregational and community health. We’ve included resources from the 2025 retreat below. …
Podcast episode 17: Justin Duncan
Welcome to the Pioneers in Health podcast. In this podcast, we share inspiring stories of pioneering leaders from our nation and from your backyard who are working to improve health. In episode 17, we interview Justin Duncan, BS, NRP, CCEMT-P, FP-C. Justin serves as the chief executive officer for Washington County Ambulance District. He also …
Community Paramedicine Resources
The right care, at the right time, at the right place. Paramedics are more than just rescue workers. They’re highly trained health care workers who can help fill growing gaps in Kansas’ health care system. These gaps are fueled by workforce shortages, health care facility closures and an aging population. As the need for health …
Healthy Congregations webinar Feb. 25
We’re excited to help Healthy Congregations churches dream big and make this year one full of purpose, intention and positive impact. Join us for our “Empowering Congregations for a Purposeful 2025” webinar at noon Tuesday, Feb. 25. You’ll learn more about our special grant opportunities and hear from inspiring Healthy Congregations churches. They’ve tackled challenges, engaged creativity …
Podcast episode 16: Dr. Courtney Younglove
Welcome to the Pioneers in Health podcast. In this podcast, we share inspiring stories of pioneering leaders from our nation and from your backyard who are working to improve health. In episode 16, we interview Dr. Courtney Younglove, MD, FOMA, FACOG, DABOM. She is board certified in both obesity medicine and obstetrics and gynecology. She …
Kansas wins big with maternal health care grant
Earlier this month, Kansas was awarded a $17-million, 10-year grant to participate in the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ Transforming Maternal Health (TMaH) Model. This model has the potential to revolutionize the way maternal health care is provided in Kansas — a necessary action at a time when more than 45% of Kansas counties …
Podcast episode 15: Sonja Armbruster
Welcome to the Pioneers in Health podcast. In this podcast, we share inspiring stories of pioneering leaders from our nation and from your backyard who are working to improve health. In episode 15, we interview Sonja Armbruster, MA. Sonja is a public health educator, consultant and advocate with an insatiable curiosity about how we can …