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Many people say our healthcare system is broken—and maybe you’ve felt that yourself. Rising costs, denied claims, and surprise bills have left millions of Americans buried in medical debt. But there’s a better, biblical way to approach healthcare—one that has been serving Christians for more than forty years. Lauren Gajdek joins us today to tell us all about it. Lauren Gajdek is the Senior Director of External Affairs at Christian Healthcare Ministries (CHM), an underwriter of Faith & Finance.

Many people say our healthcare system is broken—and maybe you’ve felt that yourself.
Rising costs, denied claims, and surprise bills have left millions of Americans buried in medical debt. But there’s a better, biblical way to approach healthcare—one that has been serving Christians for more than forty years. Lauren Gajdek joins us today to tell us all about it.
Lauren Gajdek is the Senior Director of External Affairs at Christian Healthcare Ministries (CHM), an underwriter of Faith & Finance.
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This is the time of year when people are thinking about healthcare decisions. So even though CHM is open year-round, it’s an excellent opportunity to shine a light on a biblical alternative.
Many Americans have grown frustrated with their healthcare experiences. CHM hears from countless people who’ve paid premiums for years, only to find that help is unavailable when they need it most.
It’s disheartening. You think your provider is in-network, but later find out they’re not. That leaves patients confused and financially burdened. It’s a system that often leaves believers wondering if there’s a better way.
That sense of frustration has become widespread—especially as over 100 million Americans now carry medical debt, a staggering sign of a broken system.
They’ve been around since 1981 and have shared or satisfied over $13 billion in medical bills. They’re a nonprofit ministry that helps Christians live out their faith through practical care.
Unlike traditional insurance, CHM members can visit any doctor or hospital they choose—there are no in-network restrictions—as long as the treatment meets the ministry’s guidelines.
It’s simple, affordable, and rooted in biblical stewardship. Members have the freedom and peace of mind that come with knowing they’re part of a community that cares.
This affordability and flexibility are especially appealing for Christians seeking to align their healthcare decisions with their faith and values.
For anyone comparing healthcare choices this season, approach the decision prayerfully and with an open mind.
It’s what they call a ‘complementary’ approach, where CHM can help cover costs Medicare doesn’t pay, as long as they fall within its guidelines.
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