Day 5- 3/3/2026
The day began with a lunar eclipse overhead.
Both the clinic and the operating room were in full swing. With growing familiarity among the team and confidence with the equipment, each area functioned like a well-oiled machine. There is real power in momentum.
I spent the first half of the day in the mobility clinic alongside our physical therapists. The team works closely with each patient to determine the most appropriate mobility option—whether a wheelchair, walker, cane, or crutches. Many patients bring in equipment they’ve relied on for years, and our wheelchair assemblers carefully assess and repair what’s needed. They are very dedicated to help fix the equipment and really do put their whole hearts into it. Oftentimes, there are moments when someone feels they have tried everything they can, and then another will say, “Let me try one more thing.” Eventually—almost miraculously—the equipment is fixed.
Every patient we saw today made sure we understood that the work we were doing was guided by God. Two sisters, among the first patients of the day, told us that our work was an answer to their prayers. They left with smiles and tears in their eyes, reminding us that their gratitude was directed both to us and to God above.
Later in the day, an older gentleman who needed a wheelchair expressed his appreciation as well, saying we were acting as the hands of God. He had been experiencing knee pain for some time and asked one of our physical therapists for exercises. Our therapist kindly demonstrated several for him to try. He told me he was grateful that God created science.
One woman had been using the same pair of crutches for six years, and we were able to replace worn parts and provide her with a new set. Similarly, a young girl who had used the same wheelchair for nearly three years—now rusted with wear—received a new one today. She and her mother left with bright smiles.
I am deeply grateful to witness the impact that even a single day in the mobility clinic can make.
It reminded me of something one of our first-time volunteers said to me today: “I understand why people keep coming back on these trips.”
“De cierto os digo que en cuanto lo hicisteis a uno de estos, mis hermanos más pequeños, a mí lo hicisteis.” Mateo 25:40
Team 891 Blogger- Mia 🙂
