August’s Page from the Pastor

Dear Partners in Ministry,

This month I focused on an area of life in Door County, health care. Most of you know that I have experienced health challenges during my time serving as your Pastor. Some of the care I have received has been outside of Door County, but a majority of the care I have received has been by providers located here in Door County. 

I have experienced Door County health care providers who offer residents and visitors excellent care. We are blessed by those who practice the arts of healing in this geographic area. This year I had two outpatient surgeries and was hospitalized once for a week-long stay. The doctors, nurses, techs, and other staff offered me outstanding care and showed compassion in a most positive professional environment.

We are fortunate that a number of specialists find their homes here, while others travel to serve here on our home turf.  Remember, this hospital is not a level one trauma center. It is however an excellent hospital which meets the immediate needs of those who arrive for treatment. 

EMT's in Door County are of invaluable healing care for all who have need. These first responders are integral to health and healing. We are fortunate to have the number of those servants in this area. They are well trained and compassionate in their care.    

These areas of our health care system are exceptional.

The great challenge for the health and healing in Door County and in most communities across this nation is multi-level extended care. There are many factors which makes this so including, not enough beds, not enough staff, the financial picture and lack of enough specialty services. I believe this is and will continue to be the largest challenge in health care. Recently a provider told me that in ten years Door County will need to triple the number of beds.

As we pray for those who practice the arts of healing, I have and continue to thank these servants for using their gifts. As we consider how we live in the public arena, may we support those who support health and healing for all of God's children. 

Pastor Frank Kauzlarich