Stories from across Gulf Christian Services

Latest updates and stories from Kapuna Hospital, Kikori District Hospital, and Gulf Province communities. Real stories of healthcare and mission in remote Papua New Guinea.

C-Section in the Outbacks

· Hospital

It was the eve of PNG's 50th Independence, but for Mirriam Brown, a 32-year-old from Irimuku village, it was just the day for her routine check-up at Kikori Hospital.

Working Together to Save Lives

· Hospital

On the morning of August 14th, 2025, tragedy struck Poroi village. Cathy and her husband, Index Pulu, were brutally attacked with a bush knife.

The Heart of the Law

· Culture

This study is to help people to not feel guilty as to the day they join with others to worship.

2025 Kindergarten Class

· Life School

Twenty timid children, aged from four to eight years (and a few who did not know their age, but I suspect they are closer to ten), turned up on January 29, 2025, to begin their education.

In Memory of Bubu Mei

· News

Dr Lin Calvert passed away 2 years ago this week, so here is a message that was shared at her funeral in memory of her.

Moro Out-Reach

· Outreach

Kapuna has been working towards combining teams to serve village communities. Recently, a combined team of Medical, Days for Girls, and Drug and Community Transformation teams went

The Karati Snakebite Rescue

· Hospital

A day may look like just another day in the life of a Delta woman — making sago, fishing, cooking, and caring for the children — but for Adamu, just another day suddenly became a

Little Foxes

· Church

A few thoughts that our Lord shared with us from John chapter 12 — thoughts for us as individuals and for us as an organization, GCS.

Sticks and Stones

· Hospital

Quick support saves the young life of Calvert Aua. In the heart of Korovake village, nestled within the vast Purari delta of Gulf Province, young Calvert Aua could often be found

Specialist Eye Surgery

· Hospital

On the South Coast of Papua New Guinea, West of Port Moresby, lies the Gulf Province.

A Story of Two Brothers

· Church

Question: Why do many who say they will follow the Lord get lost along the way? This is the story of two brothers, the firstborn was called red/hairy — who would call his son red and hairy?

Crocodile Attacks in Gulf

· News

Over the last few months, there have been four crocodile attacks in the Baimuru District, three of which were fatal but not Mr Ishmael Kaipu who escaped with his life.

Eyes to See

· Hospital

My name is Kailin Nou wauo. I come from Haia on the border of Chimbu and Gulf provinces.

Laptops for Kapuna Life School

· Life School

Kapuna Life School recently received a significant boost in our efforts to integrate technology into our teaching.

PNGNAu

· Partners

Being out here in the swamps of the Gulf province is great, especially when there is chaos in the cities.

New Combined Mess Hall

· Projects

We are thrilled to share that we just completed and opened the new mess hall for our Community Health Worker Training School.

EXPOSE: Bartholomew Omae

· People

Bartholomew stands as a valuable asset to Gulf Christian Services, demonstrating remarkable growth fueled by his unwavering perseverance.

New Rubbish Bins for Kapuna Hospital

· Projects

Rubbish management is an often neglected area in Papua New Guinea, even by those who should be setting a good example.

KAKS Sewing Group

· Projects

KAKS, an acronym for Karimai, Ara A'va, Kapuna Sewing, is a flourishing initiative that was born two years ago under the dedicated leadership of the Projects Team and Sherry Rex,

Glimpse into Jungle Life

· News

With a mission to provide Christ centered services to the people of the Gulf province, we are always needing help.

Remembering Dr Lin Calvert

· News

Remembering Grandma Lin Calvert — Missionary Doctor Who Brought Life to Remote Papua New Guinea.

Kapuna Laboratory

· Hospital

In 2017 we had no idea we needed a laboratory. The laboratory at Kapuna Hospital is now an essential facility for diagnostic services, supporting the medical team in providing accu

Kapuna Life School Story

· Life School

In the heart of the Gulf Province of Papua New Guinea lies a remarkable educational institution dedicated to shaping the future of Baimuru children and the wider community.

Days for Girls

· Projects

Empowering Girls: The Impact of Women's Health Products Produced at Kapuna Hospital.

Kapuna Hospital Rebuild

· Hospital

In a testament to the enduring spirit of progress and community, the Kapuna Hospital, standing for over seven decades as a beacon of healthcare, was in dire need of revitalization.