Health Zone: Madison Campus Church Hosts First Health Clinic Offering Free Medical, Dental, and Vision Services

The Madison Campus, Tenn., Church held its first-ever community health clinic on Sunday, providing free dental, vision, and medical services to local residents. Called "The Health Zone," the event aimed to support underserved individuals in the surrounding community, with volunteers offering a wide range of services including dental care, eye exams, medical screenings, diabetes classes and haircuts.

The event drew more than 200 attendees and was made possible by the help of 120 volunteers, including many of whom were community members.   

"Our mission is to serve people in our community and show them the love of Jesus through our actions," said Gail McKenzie, the event organizer and the Kentucky-Tennessee Conference Women’s Ministries director. "We want to meet their needs while also connecting them to our church."

The clinic featured 10 dental chairs and four optometrists, providing free glasses through a partnership with Dr. Gayle Daniels, a Texas-based provider.

"People receive glasses after they pick their frames, and they return to the church when the glasses arrive. It's a great way to keep them connected," McKenzie said.

Other services included health presentations, diabetes education, and consultations with chiropractors and physical therapists.

In addition to medical services, the clinic offered haircuts, an unexpected but popular service. This service was provided by a local salon who volunteered their time. Each attendee also received a gift bag containing a copy of Steps to Christ.

The clinic was a result of Madison Campus Senior Pastor Nathan Renner’s vision, inspired by similar clinics he helped organize in California.

"Jesus was a giver, not a taker. As His followers, we are called to walk in His footsteps and make a difference in the world," Renner said. "My greatest hope and prayer for this event is that our community feels loved and cared for, that the beauty of God's love is experienced, and that we become a more powerful force for good."

The church plans to host a follow-up series of community meetings with hopes of continuing the impact of the clinic.