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CMF eNewsletter 2012 #3

Published: 15th March 2012

'Heroes of Faith' National Graduates' Conference 27–29 April

Join Christian doctors from across the UK for a weekend of Bible teaching and fellowship, with main talks by Dr Pablo Martinez. Book now!

Thank you

Thanks to all who contributed to the CMF Christmas Appeal to support CMF's work with students. A total of £57,785 was received with Gift Aid. Our Three Year Development Plan appeal currently stands at £277,000 with a target of £1,200,000.

Videos

CMF's Communications team is currently producing an updated series of promotional videos for members to view and share. Watch a preview here.

Marriage

CMF is one of many organisations backing the Coalition for Marriage in its challenge to government plans to redefine marriage. The petition has received over 200,000 signatures so far. Visit www.c4m.org.uk to keep up to date.

Locked-in syndrome case

Legal action brought by locked-in syndrome sufferer Tony Nicklinson is to go ahead following a judge's ruling. Mr Nicklinson, 57, who is paralysed from the neck down after suffering a stroke, is challenging the 1965 Murder Act, by calling for the opportunity to be killed by a doctor on his request.

New Word Alive

CMF is holding a lunchtime forum at New Word Alive in Prestatyn, Wales, on Tuesday, 3 April with Prof. John Wyatt and Dr Vicky Lavy. If you are attending the conference and would like to meet with Vicky on the day email vicky.lavy@cmf.org.uk.

First Aid needed

Two first-aiders (students or doctors) are needed to provide cover at the UCCF Forum – its annual conference for 1,000 people at The Quinta, Shropshire, 3-7 September. Accommodation, food and expenses are provided. Contact Giles Cattermole for details.

Kenyan first

'Called to be faithful servants' is the theme of the first CMDA Kenya national student conference, 27-29 April at the University of Nairobi, Kenya. Up to four UK delegates are invited. Contact students@cmf.org.uk if interested.

Ukraine Christian medics' ministry – please pray

Junior doctors in Ukraine meet 30 April-2 May for the 4th National Junior Christian Medical Conference. 400 delegates are expected – a third are likely to be non-believers. Please pray for this conference.

Legacies

Leaving a legacy to CMF ensures that your commitment to CMF's work continues beyond your lifetime. In 2011 a total of £25,910 was received from legacies to help fund CMF's work uniting and equipping Christian doctors. Download the CMF legacy pack or phone 0207 234 9660 to request a pack by post.

Events

31 March 'Science, Faith and the Health of our Society' is the theme of the PRIME 10th Anniversary Symposium at the Royal Institution, London. Book online.

27-29 April. 'Heroes of Faith' National Graduates' Conference 2012. Swanwick. Main speaker Dr Pablo Martinez. (online booking available)

12 May 'God loves the NHS'. A day conference for Christians who work in the NHS. Main speaker Prof John Wyatt. Book here.

24 June - 6 July Developing Health Course 2012. Oak Hill Theological College, North London

All the ends of the earth will see the salvation of our God. Isaiah 52:10 (NIV)

For further information:

Steven Fouch (CMF Head of Communications) 020 7234 9668

Media Enquiries:

Alistair Thompson on 07970 162 225

About CMF:

Christian Medical Fellowship (CMF) was founded in 1949 and is an interdenominational organisation with over 5,000 doctors, 900medical and nursing students and 300 nurses and midwives as members in all branches of medicine, nursing and midwifery. A registered charity, it is linked to over 100 similar bodies in other countries throughout the world.

CMF exists to unite Christian healthcare professionals to pursue the highest ethical standards in Christian and professional life and to increase faith in Christ and acceptance of his ethical teaching.

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