Sister Esther Alaam serves as a midwife in Ghana, meeting the needs of women, many of whom face challenges such as poverty, lack of medical care, lack of education, and hostile family members. Sister Esther listens attentively to her patients, learning about their experiences, needs, questions, and worries. She shows respect to the women in her care, encouraging them to respect themselves. Sister Esther also empowers her patients with health education that can change their lives for the better.
To learn more about Sister Esther’s ministry, visit https://africassnd.org/share-our-mission/stories/the-joys-and-challenges-of-ministry-in-the-health-sector.
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