From July 13 to 18, a large-scale free medical camp was held for local residents at Negombo Adventist International School. The program was led by All To Heaven (ATH), under the leadership of Dr. Baekgil Sung, a professor at Pacific Union College in the United States.

The international team consisted of approximately 40 medical professionals and volunteers from the United States, Korea, Malaysia, China, and other countries. They traveled long distances to serve the people of Sri Lanka, contributing not only their time and professional skills but also significant financial support for the medical ministry.

From early each morning, residents arrived at the school seeking medical care. Among them were parents with young children, elderly people who had lived with pain for many years, and individuals who had been unable to visit a hospital because of financial difficulties. Some waited for many hours but patiently remained until it was their turn to receive care.

The medical team operated several departments, including internal medicine, dentistry, ophthalmology, physiotherapy, blood glucose testing, health counseling, and pharmacy services. After registration and basic health screening, patients were directed to the appropriate department according to their symptoms and needs. Following their consultations, they received necessary medication and guidance on how to manage their health.

During the six-day program, approximately 2,000 local residents received free medical care, health counseling, and other forms of assistance. Although the medical professionals had to care for many patients within a limited period, they made every effort to listen carefully to each person. They looked beyond immediate symptoms and also considered long-standing health concerns and the living conditions of their patients.

The purpose of the medical camp was not simply to treat as many patients as possible. The doctors and volunteers also listened to people’s stories, comforted those who were anxious, and welcomed every visitor with kindness and respect.

For some residents, this was their first opportunity in a long time to meet a qualified medical professional. For others, it was a rare chance to speak openly about their pain and personal difficulties. The careful attention of the medical team and the kindness of the volunteers brought the residents more than treatment; they also received comfort, encouragement, and hope.

International and Local Volunteers Working Together

The international team did not serve alone. Ceylon Mission officers and departmental directors, local church pastors and members, and community volunteers all worked together throughout the program.

Local volunteers assisted with registration, interpretation, patient guidance, crowd management, meal preparation, clinical support, and the organization of medicines and equipment. Although the participants came from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds, they were united by one purpose: to serve people in need.

The professional care provided by the international medical team, together with the thoughtful assistance of local volunteers, enabled the program to operate smoothly. The cooperation among the international team, Ceylon Mission, local churches, and the wider community made this medical camp especially meaningful.

All To Heaven did more than send medical professionals and volunteers. The organization also provided significant financial support for medicines, medical equipment, supplies, and the general operation of the camp. This generous contribution played an essential role in providing free medical care to approximately 2,000 residents.

250 Food Packages Distributed to Families in Need

Alongside the free medical services, food packages were distributed to local residents facing financial hardship. A total of 250 dry ration packages containing rice, grains, and other essential food items were prepared and given to families in need.

Local government officials also attended the distribution. They joined church leaders, the international team, and community volunteers in personally presenting the food packages to the residents. Their participation made the occasion especially significant, demonstrating how the Church and local government can work together to respond to the needs of the community.

Although one food package could not meet every need of a household, it provided practical assistance to families facing economic difficulties. By offering both medical care and essential food supplies, the program addressed the physical and daily needs of the community.

Forty Laptops Donated to Two Schools and the Mission Office

In addition to the medical camp, All To Heaven provided valuable support for Adventist education and church administration in Sri Lanka. The organization donated a total of 40 laptops to two Adventist schools and the Ceylon Mission office.

In institutions where computers and digital equipment are limited, this donation will provide meaningful and practical assistance. The laptops given to the schools will be used for student learning, information technology education, lesson preparation, and school administration. Those provided to the Ceylon Mission office will support church administration, ministry planning, and the preparation of resources.

The volunteer team did not simply donate the laptops. They also conducted computer classes to help students and teachers use the equipment effectively. Students learned basic computer skills and how to use digital tools, while teachers received practical instruction in using computers for lesson preparation, educational resources, and administrative work.

While the medical camp addressed the immediate health needs of the community, the laptop donation and computer training invested in the future of students and teachers. By combining medical ministry with educational support, the visit served both the present and future needs of the community.

The Ministry Continues After the Medical Camp

Although the official medical camp concluded on July 18, Ceylon Mission hopes that this ministry will not end as a one-time event. The people who came for treatment are not merely names on registration forms or numbers in a report. Each person has a family, a life story, ongoing health concerns, personal struggles, and spiritual needs.

Ceylon Mission plans to handle the information collected during the medical camp carefully and responsibly while maintaining contact with the residents. Follow-up initiatives are being prepared according to their needs and interests, including health education, community assistance, prayer gatherings, Bible studies, and other activities.

Local pastors and church members will also participate in the follow-up ministry and continue building relationships with the people who attended the medical camp. One of the main goals is for residents to see the Church not merely as a place for religious services, but as a caring and trustworthy neighbor they can approach in times of need.

Expressing his appreciation to everyone who contributed to the ministry, Ceylon Mission President Hyosu Jung said:

“We sincerely thank the approximately 40 medical professionals and volunteers who traveled long distances to serve the people of Sri Lanka. You generously shared your time, energy, professional skills, and financial resources. Because of your dedication, approximately 2,000 residents received much-needed medical care, comfort, and hope.

“We are especially grateful to Dr. Baekgil Sung and All To Heaven for leading this medical mission, providing substantial financial support, and donating 40 laptops. Your service will not end with this one week. It will continue to bear precious fruit in the lives of those who received medical care and in the futures of the students and teachers who will use these laptops.”

Ceylon Mission extends its heartfelt appreciation to All To Heaven, every international medical professional and volunteer, Mission officers and departmental directors, local pastors and church members, community volunteers, and the local government officials who supported this ministry.

The free medical camp has concluded, but the relationships and spirit of service that began there will continue. We pray that the seeds of love and hope planted through this ministry will bear abundant fruit in the lives of local residents and that many will experience not only better health but also the love, peace, and hope found in Jesus Christ.