The Midwife, the Plumber and the Bishop

The Midwife, the Plumber and the Bishop, the People, Places and Principles that Created Wise Choices for Life.

The Midwife, the Plumber and the Bishop tells the remarkable story of Margaret Rutherford, a nurse whose compassion and dedication to maternal health transformed lives across Australia and Uganda. From her work with First Nations communities in Queensland to pioneering a reproductive health program in Uganda, Marg’s legacy continues to save lives and inspire others to serve.

Features Include:

• A Life of Service: Follow Margaret Rutherford’s journey, from her early nursing career in Australia to her groundbreaking work in Uganda, where her reproductive health program significantly reduced maternal mortality.
• Global Impact: Discover how Marg’s program lowered maternal mortality rates from 336 to 21 per 100,000 live births, leaving a lasting legacy in communities both in Australia and abroad.
• Ongoing Legacy: Learn how Wise Choices for Life continues Marg’s work today, improving maternal and infant health worldwide.

Why We Love It:

The Midwife, the Plumber and the Bishop is an inspiring true story of one woman’s lifelong commitment to health care and service. Margaret Rutherford’s story is a powerful reminder of how compassionate action can create lasting change, and this book invites readers to support the ongoing mission to save lives globally.

Portion of Proceeds: A portion of the proceeds from this book goes to Wise Choices for Life, helping to reduce poverty, improve maternal health, and encourage sustainable families.

Visit Wise Choices for Life to learn more and contribute to this life-saving work.

Perfect For:

• Health and Service Enthusiasts: Anyone passionate about maternal health, humanitarian work, and global impact.
• Inspirational Stories: Ideal for readers seeking a motivating, real-life example of how one person can change the world.
• Donors and Volunteers: A great introduction to the ongoing work of Wise Choices for Life and a way to contribute to this life-saving mission.

Discover the incredible legacy of Margaret Rutherford in The Midwife, the Plumber and the Bishop, and be inspired to support her mission of improving maternal and infant health worldwide.