Crossroads Outreach Medical Mission International

We believe in the power of the gospel, prayer, and use of medications to bring hope and healing to humanity. Expect to see the use of a holistic approach in promoting optimal health. • Conducting annual medical missions to Guatemala• Monthly clinical support in Esquipulas, managed by local health care personnel• Expanding our annual medical mission to the Peruvian Amazon Jungle • Incorporating faith and medicine for the care of the "whole" person We go to serve and work as unto the Lord, with smiles and without strife.
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We encourage healthcare professionals and non-medical personnel to use their God given talents to serve God and man through this ministry.
The organization believes in the power of the gospel to transform lives and in incorporating faith and medicine for a lasting impact.
"Heal the sick who are there and tell them, "The Kingdom of God has come near to you."" Luke 10:9 Services Offered include:• Spiritual counseling• Disease management• Health education and Disease prevention• Health Screening• Eye care• Nutrition services
mission
Crossroads Outreach Medical Mission International • Inspire Christian growth and development of individual members. • Demonstrate the love of God to the poor and needy. • Promote health and welfare in underserved communities overseas Medical Mission TripsCOMM International conducts annual medical mission trips to the following countries: • Peru - January/February• Nigeria – May (TBD)• Guatemala - October 31 to November 8

The teams consist of US healthcare professionals, nonmedical volunteers, and local volunteers. We are hosted by International Christian organizations who demonstrate the love of God by working with both medical and nonmedical volunteers in the local areas to provide hope and healing to indigent communities. If you are interested in participating in a mission trip, for more information contact the church office of Crossroads Community Cathedral at 860-895-1231 and someone will return your call.
ApplicationIf you have decided to join us in a mission trip, fill out a Volunteer application form and a Liability release waiver form, and mail to: COMM International, Crossroads Committee Cathedral 1492 Silver Ln, East Hartford, CT 06118. Include a none refundable deposit of $100 to reserve your place with the team.
Trip CostsIncludes the following:• Airfare• Meals and Accommodations• Local transportation• Travel insurance
Airline ticket prices is a significant variable that affects the trip cost. The listed costs are estimates and may change depending on the actual ticket price.
 Peru - $2,700 Nigeria - $3,400 Guatemala - $2,500
Volunteers may request sponsorship donations from friends, family and well-wishers. These donations are tax-deductible, and COMM International has a volunteer sponsorship letter to help individual members in this regard. Preparations MeetingsThe organization is interested in the spiritual growth of individual members and we meet regularly for fellowship, planning, and Bible study. Our meetings foster unity and a common purpose to serve God by helping others to expand His kingdom. It prepares us to better serve Him and to have a meaningful experience in the mission field. We encourage volunteers to participate but understand that many are unable to attend because of limitations imposed by distance.
Passports and VisaA valid passport is required for International travel. Renew your passport if it will expire in less than six months. If you have a US passport, no entry visa is required for Peru and Guatemala. However, an entry visa is required for Nigeria.
VaccinationsMake sure you have been vaccinated and are up-to-date with routine vaccinations including measles-mumps-rubella (MMR), diphtheria-tetanus-pertussis vaccine, polio vaccines and yearly flu shots. Hepatitis A Hepatitis B Typhoid
For Peru and Nigeria Yellow fever Malaria prophylaxis
For Nigeria only Cholera vaccine is available but not required
News and gallery
Mission fieldGuatemala is about the size of the state of Tennessee. It borders Mexico and Belize on the north, Honduras and El Salvador to the east, and stretches from the Pacific to the Caribbean. Overall, Guatemala enjoys warm days and cool evenings year-round. The population is 18,466,831. Life expectancy at birth is 70.88 years [male: 69.03 years, female: 72.83 years]. Prevalence of HIV/AIDS: 0.8%. 80% of the population lives in poverty – 66% of those living in extreme poverty.
We encourage medical and non-medical volunteers to use their God given talents to help others. During yearly international medical missions, we hold free clinics, treating common medical conditions, and performing minor surgeries.

Top Stories: 2023 Guatemala tripMedical Mission trip to Guatemala• More than a thousand patients were treated• Several minor surgical procedures were performed• Food bags were distributed• Spiritual counseling was provided to those in need• Monthly clinical support in Esquipulas, managed by local health care personnel
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Donations
Donations
Our volunteers will pay for their own trip fare, food, and accommodation. Your generous financial support is needed to provide medication, supplies, equipment, food, and services for the poor. COMM International is a nonprofit organization and your support is key to the success of our mission. Consider supporting our annual fundraising appeal by making a tax-deductible donation to COMM Medical Missions International.
Where to donate
You can donate to Comm Medical Missions International at the following link: Crossroads Community International Fellowship Medical Mission
Calendar
Events Calendar
The Medical team from Crossroads Community Cathedral is getting ready for our 2024 Medical Mission trips. This year with the Grace of our Lord we have added more Medical Mission trips to our calendar:
Our first Medical Mission trip for this year was to Peru. This Mission trip was scheduled to take place between February 22nd to 29th. Our newly scheduled Medical Mission trip to Nigeria is currently on hold. The third Medical mission is our original yearly Medical Mission to Guatemala. Your prayers for God favor and support are greatly appreciated.
If you are interested in any of these mission trips, please contact us.
HighlightsGuatemala Travel Date - October 31st to November 8th. Preparationo 6 Months to Travel Date - May 1st  Renew all travel documents.  Fund raising for mission.o 4 Months to Travel Date - July 1st  Pay trip fee.  Purchase travel tickets.  Order Medications and supplieso 3 Months to Travel Date - August 1st  Ship Medications and supplies to Guatemala.o 6 Weeks to Travel Date - September 16th.  Immunization**.o 3 weeks to Travel Date - October 7th.  Orientation. ** Recommended Vaccination for Guatemala...1. Routine (Recommended if you are not up to date with routine shots). MMR –Measles/Mumps/Rubella. DPT-Diphtheria/Pertussis/Tetanus. Polio vaccine.2. Hepatitis A.3. Hepatitis B.4. Typhoid
Applications and FormsPlease complete both the Application and the Release forms and return to Crossroads Community Cathedral. To download the forms click on the links below:• COMM International Application Form• COMM International Release Agreement-Final• COMM International Sponsorship Letter• COMM Packing List
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About us
GoalWe are a non-denominational Christian group affiliated with Crossroads Community Cathedral through whom we are a 501(c)(3) organization. Members meet monthly to fellowship with each other and to live out their faith with the encouragement of other believers. We encourage medical and non-medical volunteers to use their God given talents to help others. During yearly international medical missions, we hold free clinics, treating common medical conditions, and performing minor surgeries. We are prepared to meet the needs of the patients in a holistic manner, addressing their physical, emotional and spiritual needs. We pray with, and for our patients encouraging them in their spiritual journey
GuidelinesAs a non-denominational Christian organization, we welcome all faiths to be part of our volunteer experience. Christianity is our foundation and motivates all of our activities.
As ambassadors for Christ, we will conduct ourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel and will strive to be humble, gentle, patient, understanding, and peaceful in the mission field. People will not only see the work we do, but they will also observe our conduct. Accordingly, we respectfully request that throughout the time we are traveling together as a group, all volunteers should refrain from drinking alcoholic beverages, smoking, and any behaviors that could cause others to question our faith or negatively impact our image as a Christian mission.
We believe in the power of the gospel, prayer, and use of medications to bring hope and healing to humanity. Expect to see the use of a holistic approach in promoting optimal health.
We go to serve and will work as unto the Lord, with smiles and without strife.
Contact info
↳ sbest@comm-international.com
↳ COMM-International, C/O Crossroads Community Cathedral1492 Silver LaneEast Hartford, CT 06118
Upcoming trip
  • Guatemala
    This all-inclusive trip as missionaries will provide medical and prayer assistance to the patients.
    October 31 to November 8, 2024 (9 days)
  • Guatemala
    Triage
    October 31 to November 8, 2024 (9 days)
  • Guatemala
    Provide medical, spiritual, and health education assistance to the people in Esquipulas, Gautemala.
    October 31 to November 8, 2024 (9 days)
Board • Faustinus Onyirimba, M.D., F.C.C.P., Critical Care ( Founder and Leader)• Stephen Best, Esq• Scheuster Christie, M.D., F.A.C.S., General Surgery, Trauma Surgery• Linda Williams, RN• Jeffrey Polhemus
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