Komboni Dokota

It is well with my soul, provided my service brings hope to the hopless.

The Almight has given us the responisibilty.

For God and Zambia

Most people often ask about the duties of a doctor.
My answer is simple: it comes down to the Big Three C’s.

1. Competence – A doctor must continuously update their knowledge and skills, stay current with medical advancements, and understand the limits of their professional ability. Knowing when to seek help or refer a patient is part of true competence.

2. Communication – Every patient should be treated with respect, kindness, and dignity. A doctor must listen carefully, respect patients’ opinions, protect their privacy, and explain medical information in a clear and understandable way.

3. Correctness – The patient’s wellbeing should always come first. Doctors must respect patients’ rights to participate in decisions about their care, act with honesty and integrity, and ensure that personal beliefs never interfere with professional judgment.

In short, my duties as a doctor are guided by Competence, Communication, and Correctness — the Big 3C’s.

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A Moment to Reflect as We Celebrate Doctors’ Day

Today is more than a celebration; it is a moment to reflect on the profound responsibility placed upon our shoulders. As doctors, we stand at the intersection of life, hope, and healing.

God, in His wisdom, allows life to exist but He also entrusts it to our care. From the miracle of birth to the quiet moments at the end of life, humanity passes through our hands. From womb to tomb, we are given the sacred privilege to serve, to heal, and to comfort.

We witness the first cry of life and sometimes the final breath. In moments of fear, pain, and uncertainty, society looks to us not only for treatment, but for hope.

Our calling is not merely a profession; it is a mission. A mission to relieve suffering, restore dignity, and preserve the gift of life. Every patient we see reminds us that our work touches eternity in ways we may never fully understand.

Indeed, it is a deep responsibility but also a great honor.

So today, as we celebrate Doctors’ Day, let us do so with pride, humility, and gratitude. For we have been entrusted with one of the greatest privileges on earth: to care for humanity and to make this world a better place, one life at a time.

Happy Doctors’ Day to all who have answered this noble calling.

Dr Mwape Laurent
Komboni Dorkota

My Journey Through the Pathfinder Ministry
(A testimony by an Invested Master Guide with 9 years of experience)

I wasn’t always a church-oriented person. In fact, when I was about ten years old, I only ended up at church because I got into trouble with my parents. One day, I decided not to go to school, and my mother warned me sternly, saying, “If you don’t want me to deal with you, then tomorrow you must go to church!”
With no other choice, I went — and that decision changed my life.

That Sabbath, I found myself at a Pathfinder meeting, and the lesson that day was about First Aid. The topic fascinated me, but there was a problem — the class was conducted in English, and at that time, I could hardly read or understand the language. Seeing my struggle, the instructor kindly suggested I join another group that was learning knot tying instead.

In that class, we used ropes and learned the names of different knots. I adapted quickly and, before long, became one of the best in the group. Because of my progress, I was chosen to represent my local church at an inter-church Pathfinder fair, and later selected to represent my district, then my region, and eventually, the conference level.

As time went by, the Pathfinder fair introduced a First Aid competition, which also required knot-tying skills. Since I was already skilled in knots and eager to learn, I took the opportunity to train in first aid. To my surprise, I learned so fast that I began representing not just myself, but my friends and church at every level of the competition.

From being a learner, I eventually became a teacher, training many Pathfinders who went on to excel in First Aid. What began as a simple Pathfinder honor — something I joined almost by accident — became a foundation for my career and calling. I now realize that God was preparing me through that experience for the noble profession I serve in today.

To my fellow Pathfinder leaders, I want to share this lesson:
No matter a Pathfinder’s intelligence level, background, or ability, always give them a chance to participate in the activities that interest them. We are not just teaching honors to meet requirements — we are shaping futures, building confidence, and inspiring careers that will one day bless the church and the community.

Not everyone will have the same opportunities I had, but each child deserves a chance to try, to learn, and to grow. You never know — the Pathfinder sitting quietly in your class today might become a community leader, a teacher, or even a professional shaped by what you introduce them to.

I am a product of the Pathfinder Ministry. This program has transformed my life, shaped my character, and inspired my purpose. I have many more stories to tell about its impact, but above all, I remain forever grateful for the ministry that made me who I am today.

Best regards
Dr Mwape Laurent 1st (MD)
invested Master Guide.
Komboni Dorkota