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In memoriam

“VUMC Remembers” virtual memorial service honors patients who died in the past year

By Matt Batcheldor

The program features speakers from different hospital departments, staff testimonials of patients at the end of their lives, a reading of loved ones’ names and special music.

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Employee Spotlight

On the front lines of COVID with a word and a prayer

By Wayne Wood

Sherry Perry knows what it's like to have COVID, and she brings her experience to patients and families as chaplain on VUMC's COVID unit

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Employee Spotlight

New Chaplain Covenant opens the door to better understanding at VUMC

By Bill Snyder

"As professional chaplains, we are committed to ending racism, discrimination, and all forces that disrespect our common humanity."

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Employee Spotlight

Longtime Children’s Hospital chaplain Raye Nell Dyer returns to serve at LifeFlight

By Jerry Jones

She joins a small cadre of other flight chaplains in the U.S.

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Curious VUMC

Is there a labyrinth at VUMC – I mean besides Medical Center North?

By Christina Echegaray

A place to walk, think, meditate, pray and let go

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Employee Spotlight

Raye Nell Dyer leaves example of love and ministry at Children’s Hospital

By Jessica Pasley

As a chaplain, she brought blessings and comfort to patients, family and employees

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