Transforming Tanzania
March 1, 2019
CVM serves to send veterinary professionals across the world to develop sustainable outreach through veterinary medicine. Dr. Lena and Patrick Wensel are great examples of this as they serve Christ in East Africa. Lena trains local animal health care workers to improve the health of their livestock while Patrick provides Community Health Evangelism and church... Read More
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What is T.O.T.?
February 22, 2019
By Kellie Moeller Christian Veterinary Mission provides a multitude of resources for veterinary professionals seeking opportunities to integrate their faith with their profession. One of the most authentic opportunities is T.O.T. or Train the Trainer. This six-day course is usually held outside of the U.S. and is designed for those who are looking to serve... Read More
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Reaching the Outcasts
February 15, 2019
By Rev. Dr. Mary McDonald Up, up, up we climbed along a dirt path that had been carved into the mountainside by bare, calloused feet that daily trod the red dust. The rolling green hills perched atop each other and reached magnificently toward heaven. Our guides, Batwa children who had run down the mountain to... Read More
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Tapestry of Life
February 11, 2019
By Dr. Gerald Mitchum In the late 1970s, we had the privilege of spending time on the Navajo reservation in Aneth, Utah assisting the people with their livestock. At the same time, we offered encouragement to their small church. Our new friends among the Navajo Christian population included a number of the Begay tribal families.... Read More
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8 Benefits of Raising Kids Overseas
February 1, 2019
By Kellie Moeller As more and more veterinary professionals explore the idea and calling to international work or ministry, common questions arise that are related to their children: How will they adapt? What are the options for education? What are the benefits for children raised outside of their home country? Is my family prepared to... Read More
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App for Veterinarians, Vet Professionals & Students
January 28, 2019
The new CVM app is now available in the Apple App Store, Google Play Store, and Amazon Appstore. CVM created the app to be a tool for veterinarians, vet professionals, and students to grow in their faith and profession. Click here to download the app. The app is full of resources. In it, you can... Read More
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The Greatest Student Group In History
January 25, 2019
By Kellie Moeller In November 1887 William Borden was born into a very wealthy family. As heir to the Borden family fortune, he was already a millionaire before he went to college. For his high school graduation present, his parents gave the 16-year-old a trip around the world. As he traveled through Asia, the Middle... Read More
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A Fireside Prayer of Hope
January 18, 2019
By Dr. Page Wages. In the summer of 2017 and our short term mission team was serving the Navajo Nation in Kayenta, Arizona. Our team was full of hope, that one quality that is steadfast and strong in every Christian heart. Hope that allows us to wake up every morning and get through each day,... Read More
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Furry Valentines
January 11, 2019
Flowers are a nice option for Valentines Day, but nothing beats a furry or feathered Valentine! The students at Purdue’s Christian Veterinary Fellowship certainly thought that when they decided to take the colorful step of donating the proceeds of their annual Valentine’s Day Carnation sale to CVM’s Animal Impact Fund! The idea started a few... Read More
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Out of the Shadows
January 4, 2019
By Dr. Carol Rowe Many years ago, a 14-year-old high school student came to our veterinary practice to participate in a “job shadow.” I knew Kelly from our church, and her parents were faithful servants. Shortly after Kelly finished her job shadow, she asked if she could come work at the practice. I told her yes, but... Read More
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