In Romans 15:13, New Living Translation, it says: 'I pray that God, the source of hope will fill you completely with joy and peace because you trust in him. Then you will overflow with confident hope through the power of the Holy Spirit.' Not overstretched. Not overrunning. Not overworked, over, and over...
We're coming to the end of our 'force for hope' recruitment campaign, where we've been raising the profile of the fellowship and growing our membership. Praise God we're now up to 460 members, and we're having our first in-person NAMfest event this Spring. We genuinely believe that we are stronger when...
Pippa Peppiatt has edited Spotlight for six years, thinking carefully about content, writing thoughtful articles, and encouraging both experienced nursing and midwifery writers and novices to contribute too. What big shoes I step into, as I now have the delight and privilege of taking over as Spotlight editor. Thank you,...
Propping the staff room door open with her foot, Maria leans out into the corridor and shouts, 'Bex! You coming for lunch soon?'. When I finally pull myself away, it's gone 4 pm. 'I did make you a cup of tea' Maria gestures to the cup nearest me, 'it might be...
There are certain things that have been drummed into me over the years. They were probably even covered in my orientation during my first hospital placement, aged 18. 1. Writing on pillows is wishful thinking. A pillow might say CDU' 1 on it in permanent marker, but it won't make it back...
Dear Student Nurse, They will teach you the basics of how to get ready for an admission How to make a bed, fold hospital corners To do safety checks on oxygen and suction. But will they teach you how to prepare your heart? As they smooth the blankets with their...
It may seem silly to suggest you read more. Haven't you already spent a small fortune on new anatomy and physiology textbooks? And each module brings with it a new reading list. But our hope is that by the time you qualify, you wouldn't just be full of nursing and...
To whom it may concern, I like to think I've always had an eye for a bargain, so naturally I was excited to come across the three-for-one Trinity, 'The best a man can get. Choose Godhead three-in-one for a closer save'. However, early this month I placed an order for healing...
It's the 14th century before Christ A man cautiously pulls back a curtain Steadies his nerves Breathes deep and steps in. Friends who aren't allowed to come in Wait outside They crane their necks Hoping to catch the jingle of the bells he wears The jingle that tells them 'He still moves' That the priest has...