Presbyterian Medical Care Mission

08/31/2026

📊 The Mission Monthly | July By the Numbers 💙

Every number tells a story. Behind each patient visit, prescription, and encounter is a neighbor receiving the care they need.

Here's a look at PMCM's impact during the month of July:
👥 327 unduplicated patients served
🩺 371 total patient visits
💊 Prescription Assistance Program
57 patients assisted
82 medications obtained
Retail value of medications: $672,087

We're incredibly grateful to our dedicated staff, providers, volunteers, community partners, and supporters who make this work possible. Together, we're continuing to remove barriers to healthcare and improve the lives of uninsured adults throughout the Big Country.

Thank you for helping us fulfill our mission—one patient, one visit, and one life at a time. 💙

08/28/2026

🎶 A Legacy of Music, Generosity & Caring for Others

Like so many around the world, we were saddened to learn of the passing of country music legend Dolly Parton at the age of 80.

Most of us know Dolly for the music, movies, personality and unmistakable style that made her an American icon. But behind the rhinestones was also an extraordinary commitment to giving back — including a remarkable legacy of supporting healthcare, medical research and access to care.

Throughout her life, Dolly used her success to make a difference in the health of others. Among her many contributions:

❤️ She donated $1 million to Vanderbilt University Medical Center to support COVID-19 research.
❤️ She later gave another $1 million to support pediatric infectious disease research, including antibiotic resistance and infections affecting children undergoing cancer treatment.
❤️ After her niece was successfully treated for leukemia as a child, Dolly donated $1 million to Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt.
❤️ She helped raise $1 million toward a new hospital in her hometown of Sevierville, Tennessee, which today includes the Dolly Parton Center for Women's Services.
❤️ And earlier this year, in celebration of her 80th birthday, she released a new rendition of Light of a Clear Blue Morning, with proceeds benefiting pediatric cancer research.

Her generosity is a beautiful reminder that caring for our neighbors can take many forms — and that when we use what we've been given in service to others, the impact can reach far beyond our own lifetime.

At the PMCM, we're especially grateful for those who recognize the importance of making quality healthcare available to people in need. Dolly Parton certainly leaves behind an incredible musical legacy, but we're also thankful for a lesser-known part of her story: her commitment to helping others live healthier lives.

May we all find ways, big or small, to use what we've been given to care for one another.

Rest in peace, Dolly. ❤️

08/26/2026

Supporting Those Who Served!

Last week, PMCM was grateful to participate in GRIT's Veteran & Senior Resource Fair, a free community event focused on connecting our nation's veterans with the local resources available to support them.

From great speakers and community resources to free haircuts and more, it was wonderful to see so many organizations come together to serve those who have served us. ❤️🤍💙

A big thank you to GRITs Veteran & Senior Resources for hosting such a great event and for inviting PMCM to be part of it. We're grateful for the opportunity to share our services and connect with veterans in our community!

08/10/2026

💙 Mission Moments 💙

Every kind word reminds us why we do what we do.

Thank you to this patient for taking the time to share their experience at PMCM. We're grateful for the trust our patients place in our providers, staff, and volunteers each day.

To everyone who has left us a Google review—thank you. Your feedback encourages our team and helps others learn about the care available through the Mission.

💙 Thank you for allowing us to serve the Big Country for more than 43 years.

07/26/2026

💙 Our hearts are full. Thank you, Tour de Gap! 🚴

What an incredible day! We are deeply grateful to everyone who rode, volunteered, sponsored, donated, and cheered along the way to make the 43rd Annual Tour de Gap such a success.

Your support extends far beyond the finish line. Every mile ridden helps strengthen our team's ability to provide affordable, Christ-centered healthcare and prescription assistance to uninsured adults throughout the Abilene area.
From all of us at PMCM, thank you for believing in our mission and helping us continue to bridge gaps in healthcare.

We can't wait to share more photos and highlights from an unforgettable day in the weeks ahead! 💙

07/24/2026

💙 Working together to improve access to care.

Today, PMCM had the opportunity to join Hendrick Health's Case Management Team and other community organizations for a collaborative discussion focused on the programs, services, and resources available to better serve patients throughout our community.

During the meeting, we shared updates on PMCM's rollout of our new online intake process, designed to provide prospective patients with a more convenient, streamlined way to connect with our team and the care they need. By simplifying the referral and application process, we're working to reduce barriers and improve access to healthcare for uninsured adults across the Big Country.

We're grateful to Hendrick Health for bringing organizations together to strengthen communication, coordinate services, and improve access to care for our neighbors.

Before wrapping up the meeting, we couldn't resist gathering for a quick photo in front of the Tour de Gap banner! 🚴

A special thank you to Hendrick Health, this year's Tour Sponsor, for your continued support of Tour de Gap, the PMCM and for your ongoing collaboration in serving uninsured adults throughout our community.

❤️ Ride to Bridge Gaps in Healthcare. We'll see everyone this Saturday!

07/21/2026

📊 The Mission Monthly | June By the Numbers 💙

Every number tells a story. Behind each patient visit, prescription, and encounter is a neighbor receiving the care they need.

Here's a look at PMCM's impact during the month of June:

👥 353 unduplicated patients served
🩺 416 total patient visits

💊 Prescription Assistance Program
• 79 patients assisted
• 116 medications obtained
• Retail value of medications: $1,008,840

We're incredibly grateful to our dedicated staff, providers, volunteers, community partners, and supporters who make this work possible. Together, we're continuing to remove barriers to healthcare and improve the lives of uninsured adults throughout the Big Country.

Thank you for helping us fulfill our mission—one patient, one visit, and one life at a time. 💙

07/21/2026

Thank you, La Voz 93.3 FM for your ongoing support of our mission!

07/20/2026

💙 A heartfelt thank you to First Central Presbyterian Church!

On behalf of the PMCM, thank you for your continued prayers and faithful support of our mission: to provide, in a Christian setting, quality healthcare to the people of the Abilene area.

It is truly our honor, privilege, and pleasure to serve as an extension of First Central Presbyterian Church and its incredibly generous congregation.

More than 40 years ago, members of this congregation recognized a need in our community and acted. What began with volunteers providing medical care out of the trunks of their cars has grown into a critical healthcare resource for uninsured adults across the Big Country.

Because of that vision, and because of the continued generosity and support of First Central Presbyterian Church, the PMCM has had the privilege of serving more than 50,000 individuals, providing compassionate primary care and life-changing prescription assistance to neighbors in need.

We are deeply honored to have been selected as one of this year's recipients through the Bequests and Planned Giving Committee. Thank you for continuing to invest in the health, hope, and well-being of our community.

Congratulations to all of this year's outstanding grant recipients. Together, we are making a lasting difference. 💙

Yesterday we had the joy of awarding over $150,000 to amazing non-profits and missions through our Bequests and Planned Giving committee. This year’s recipients were:
Abilene Interfaith Council
African Great Lakes Education Assistance
Big Brothers/Big Sisters
Blankets, Gloves, & Socks for the Homeless
Buffalo Gap Presbyterian Encampment
Cancer Services Network
CarePortal
Communitas International
FCPC M&E Committee - Bring a Friend Sunday
FCPC Presbyterian Food Pantry
InterVarsity Fellowship
Kairos Prison Ministry
Kenya Mother Esther School VBS
Kenya Mother Esther Women & Youth Empowerment
Kenya Medical Mission
Leupp Presbyterian Church
Menaul School
NOROC
NOROC System for the Protection of Minors
Presbyterian Children’s Homes and Services
Presbyterian Medical Care Mission
Presbyterian Mo-Ranch Flood Repair
Palo Duro Presbytery Endowment
Palo Duro Presbytery Celebration Scholarship
Samaritan’s Purse Christmas Boxes
Upside Down Club of Abilene/Buddy Walk
The Youth Voice
Zambia English Classes (EPAMAC)

07/16/2026

Thank you, KTAB 4u, for your support of the Tour de Gap and our mission of serving the uninsured with their medical needs!!

Cyclists from across Texas will gather in Buffalo Gap on Saturday, July 25th, for the 43rd annual Tour de Gap, one of the state’s five longest running organized cycling rides.