# 190. Jay Butler | The Ministry of Public Health

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Podcast: [Language of God](https://stenobird.com/podcast/language-of-god-423722)
Published: 2025-07-03T08:05:00+00:00
Episode link: https://biologos.org/podcast-episodes/jay-butler-the-ministry-of-public-health
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## Resource

Dr. Jay Butler is an infectious disease physician, epidemiologist, and former Deputy Director for Infectious Diseases at the CDC. We had the joy of hosting Dr Butler in the BioLogos offices recently where we shared his perspective on public health as a ministry, discussing his career journey from the CDC to working with Alaska Native communities. He also delves into the history of measles, its impact, and the groundbreaking development of the MMR vaccine, which has saved millions of lives globally. The conversation explores the challenges of public trust in medical research and institutions, especially concerning vaccines, and how science and faith can come together to pursue truth and improve public health outcomes. Theme song and credits music by Breakmaster Cylinder. Other music in this episode by Dark Blue Studio courtesy of Shutterstock, Inc. Additional Resources: BioLogos Open Letter to People of Faith about ScienceBioLogos Common Question - Should Christians Get Vaccinated?

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