History of Christian Cancer Centre, Kakinada A century ago, an unfortunate, shy, timid, young widow left her small village in India and boarded a train trying to escape from the humility, shame and abuse that was heaped on her by her own family just because her young husband died. With a hope to survive, she wanted to find refuge in the wide world. She had been born into the Brahmin caste of the Hindu religion. As was done in India in those days, she had been given in marriage to a promising young man when she was only two years old. Unfortunately her husband died when she was just five years old. Upon her husband's death, she was considered a "child-widow" and would remain a "widow" the rest of her life. She decided to run away from home and seek refuge at a Hindu ashram (a shelter) for unfortunate child-widows like her. Through God's miraculous plan Lakshmi met a caring, compassionate and dedicated American medical missionary, Dr. Betty Nilsson. A wonderful Christian love bonded them together and Lakshmi found shelter in a ... A century ago, an unfortunate, shy, timid, young widow left her small village in India and boarded a train trying to escape from the humility, shame and abuse that was heaped on her by her own family just because her young husband died. With a hope to survive, she wanted to find refuge in the wide world. She had been born into the Brahmin caste of the Hindu religion. As was done in India in those days, she had been given in marriage to a promising young man when she was only two years old. Unfortunately her husband died when she was just five years old. Upon her husband's death, she was considered a "child-widow" and would remain a "widow" the rest of her life. She decided to run away from home and seek refuge at a Hindu ashram (a shelter) for unfortunate child-widows like her. Through God's miraculous plan Lakshmi met a caring, compassionate and dedicated American medical missionary, Dr. Betty Nilsson. A wonderful Christian love bonded them together and Lakshmi found shelter in a Lutheran hospital started by Dr. Betty in that area. Lakshmi was amazed at the love she experienced from this total stranger, Dr. Betty. She watched Dr. Betty in her unconditional acts of love towards people in need, and was amazed at her dedication and commitment to helping others. Her observation and experience led her to the conclusion that those who accept Jesus would freely love others as Jesus did. With this realization, she accepted Jesus into her heart. Lakshmi used to dream an almost impossible dream that with the help of The Lord, someday she and her family would build a hospital where poor people would have access to good medical care while receiving Christ's love in the same manner that Dr. Betty shared it with her. Later in life, Lakshmi suffered with bone cancer and passed away, but her dream still lived on in the hearts of her five grandchildren. With all their trust in the Lord, her family attempted to make this dream become a reality, however many struggles and obstacles arose. When they were about to abandon the project in desperation, the Lord kept his promise of providence and guidance. God made Lakshmi's impossible dream come true through the loving commitment of many dedicated, faithful Partners-in-Christ who wanted to share their blessings with the people in India. The Christian Cancer Center (CCC) opened its doors for medical care in 1987. Less
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