Sacred Story Hub

An archive of sacred moments shared by people from around the globe

Martha Quinn, MPH
Director, Sacred Story Hub
University of Michigan School of Public Health

Welcome to the Sacred Story Hub

A repository of personal accounts and stories of sacred moments told by those who have experienced them. The Sacred Story Hub features shared moments between patients and their healthcare providers which may occur organically at times of crisis, great joy, or during quiet times. Sharing stories can provide support, encourage understanding, foster connections, inspire others, and create change.

  • "The only way I could explain that is it was easier to breathe."

    - Patient

  • "It was a very spiritual moment… it was like being in the Garden of Gethsemane."

    - Nurse

  • "That was something because he [the doctor] totally relaxed me because I was a nervous wreck being in the hospital you know, and he just took the time to care … and took the time to show that he cared and that’s what got me through it…"

    - Patient

Featured Stories

RJ Schildhouse, MD

“The thing I appreciate most about sacred moments is how spontaneous they are. Most often I’ll be rounding, just going through my daily routine, and then the opportunity unexpectedly coalesces.”

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From a Tiny Ember to a Sacred Moment
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From a Tiny Ember to a Sacred Moment

“The thing I appreciate most about sacred moments is how spontaneous they are. Most often I’ll be rounding, just going through my daily routine, and then the opportunity unexpectedly coalesces.”

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