Category: Connectional Health Commission
Dear AME Church Family:
As the Medical Director of the AMEC International Health Commission, I write to you about the importance of vaccination — a cornerstone of public health that protects individuals, families, and our broader community.
New Year, New You!
Simple Steps to Finish 2026 in Better Health By The Connectional Health Commission As we step into a brand-new year, we give thanks for God’s sustaining grace and the gift… Read More »
National Impaired Driving Prevention Month
Rev. Dr. Ann Marie Bentsi-AddisonExecutive Director, International Health Commission AMEC Beloved Community, as we enter the Advent season—a time of hope, peace, joy, and love—we are also reminded of our… Read More »
Pulmonary Hypertension Awareness Month: Raising Awareness and Taking Action
The Reverend Dr. Ann Marie Bentsi-Addison D. Min, M.Div., MSN, CNM, CNS, LSSGB Executive Director, International Health Commission November is recognized as Pulmonary Hypertension (PH) Awareness Month, a time to shed light… Read More »
Lung Cancer in Nonsmokers: What Faith Leaders Need to Know
When we think of lung cancer, we often associate it with smoking. However, a growing number of lung cancer diagnoses occur in nonsmokers—particularly women and people of color. As faith… Read More »
Newsletter Article: Honoring Life and Legacy: National Minority Donor Awareness Day
Observed annually on August 1st, National Minority Donor Awareness Day is a call to action, education, and celebration in honor of organ, eye, and tissue donors from multicultural communities. National… Read More »
Title: Healing the Wounded Spirit: Honoring PTSD Awareness Month in the Faith CommunityBy Rev. Dr. Ann Marie Bentsi-Addison
“He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.” – Psalm 147:3 Each June, PTSD Awareness Month offers an opportunity for the faith community to pause, learn, and bear witness to the… Read More »
The African Methodist Episcopal Church International Health Commission (AMEC IHC), writes to inform members of the African Methodist Episcopal Church Congregation and Friends, of the Natural Disasters experienced by the 20th Episcopal District.
The 20th Episcopal District located in Mozambique, East Africa, under the leadership of Bishop Gregory Eason, faced the disastrous and deveasting, Tropical Cyclone Jude on March 10th, 2025. Cyclone Jude has displaced… Read More »
A profile of Episcopal Supervisor Rev. Miriam Burnett, MD, MPH
By D’Yonce-Sade Williamson, First Episcopal District To know you are called is one thing, but to act on it is another. From age 5, the Rev. Dr. Miriam Burnett felt… Read More »
AME Church International Health Commission Receives $100,000 Donation from Wesleyan Impact Partners
AME Church International Health Commission Receives $100,000 Donation from Wesleyan Impact Partners At the December 2024 Session of the African Methodist Episcopal Church General Board, Wesleyan Impact Partners, based in… Read More »
The African Methodist Episcopal Church International Health Commission (AMEC IHC) participates in disaster preparedness and response
The African Methodist Episcopal Church International Health Commission (AMEC IHC) participates in disaster preparedness and response. Through partnerships with FEMA, the American Red Cross, and your philanthropic support, the AMEC… Read More »
AME Church Adopts Resolution in Support of Eliminating Flavored Cigarettes
Rev. Ritney A. Castine, 1st Episcopal District During its 52nd Quadrennial Convention, the African Methodist Episcopal Church affirmed its support for the health and welfare of its members by passing… Read More »