Pre-Conference Outreach
The much-anticipated CMDA Nigeria pre-conference outreaches were finally held at various locations, including the IDP Camp in Wassa-Apo, Sani Abacha Motor Park, Refuge of Hope, Honour Ground Orphanage Homes, and Kubwa General Hospital for Evangelism taking place from August 24th-27th, 2024. We reached out to over 1,000 individuals through healthcare services, welfare materials, and the ministration of the Word.
The 6th Joint Conference
It was an unforgettable four days at Bingham University Abuja, as bright and excited faces of CMDA Nigeria doctors and students filled the campus, set for the life-changing event. The CMDA Nigeria and Global Network 6th Joint Abuja Conference, themed “IMPACT: SHARE, SERVE, SHINE,” The conference hosted over 2,100 medics (doctors and students). They were impacted by an immense atmosphere of worship and prayer, fellowship, panel discussions, workshops and seminars, networking, initiative presentations, messages from inspiring keynote speakers, and stories shared by members showcasing what God is doing through CMDA Nigeria.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
NATIONAL COUNCIL MEETING
This November from 7th-10th, the student leaders will be gathering for the National Council meeting, we are reminded of the promise in Matthew 18:20 : ‘For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them.’
Hence we come together in faith to seek God’s face and guidance for this new service year.
EASTERN ZONE
CMDA Rivers
CMDA Rivers held weekly prayer sessions throughout the month, including a joint two-day prayer and fasting session by students and doctors for the success of the 6th Joint Conference. The joint prayer and fasting took place at the UPTH Chapel from August 24th to 26th, with virtual attendance available for members who were unable to be physically present. The UPTH sub-chapter also engaged its members in hospital evangelism at the Burns and Plastic Surgery Department’s male and female wards.
CMDA ABIA
In Umuahia, the CMDA Nigeria family gathered at Roots and Café Restaurant for its monthly fellowship, where Dr. Kelechukwu Uwanuruochi, the event’s speaker, delivered a talk on the theme, A Call to Excellence. The event also featured the welcoming of new Residents and Medical Officers into the chapter.
CMDA CROSS River
Members of the Cross River chapter met virtually for their bi-weekly prayer meetings via the chapter’s WhatsApp group. They also gathered in person to pray and make final preparations for the 6th Joint Conference at the CMDA Command Centre, 1 CMDA Avenue, UCTH CBD, on August 22, 2024.
CMDA AKWAIBOM
CMDA Akwa Ibom, in collaboration with the Christian Pharmacists Fellowship of Nigeria (CPFN), Africa Vision Tract House Society (AVTHS), and Operation Blessing (700 Club), organized a medical outreach themed IBESIKPO-ASUTAN Medical Mission at the Government Primary School, Mbak Ekpe, Ibesikpo-Asutan L.G.A. The two-day outreach took place on August 13th and 14th, 2024.
CMDA ENUGU
The CMDA Enugu State family, comprising doctors and students, gathered for fellowship and a study of the Logo Exploration at the NOHE Conference Hall. During the event, members were briefed on the chapter’s secretariat project and received updates on members’ subscriptions, welfare, and mission activities, as well as final preparations for the 6th Joint Conference.
CMDA IMO
The Imo chapter members, tightly knit, met at Dr. Udonyang’s residence for fellowship. The program featured a Continuing Medical Education (CME) lesson on Spirituality in Medicine, taught by Dr. Tony Agbara, followed by an exhortation delivered by Dr. Oparaocha Demian.
CMDA EBONYI
CMDA Ebonyi chapter’s Wholeness Missions, themed Abide in Him (John 15:1-8, Genesis 5:24), was held at Ntezi Community Central School on August 22, 2024.
WESTERN ZONE
CMDA ILE IFE
CMDA Ile Ife remained committed to praying for the peace and prosperity of Nigeria and the Children of God during their weekly prayer meetings. The chapter held its August family meeting at the CMDA Secretariat, Elusiyan House, in an atmosphere of praise and worship. They received God’s word from Prof. John Okeniyi, who spoke on the topic: A Believer in the Kingdom and a Leader in the World: Should Christian Doctors Take up Political Responsibility? The event took place on August 12, 2024.
CMDA LUTH
The House Officers fellowship at the Lagos University Teaching Hospital organized a Secondary School Outreach at Igbo Ewu Junior Secondary School, Olu Aina Street, Mushin. The outreach aimed to inspire and educate the next generation both academically and spiritually. It featured health education, role play, a gospel presentation, the provision of free medical supplies, and gift presentations (including stationery, motivational, and spiritual books). The outreach took place on August 6, 2024. The chapter also continued to meet virtually for weekly prayers.
CMDA LAUTECH
CMDA Lautech Doctors and Students gathered for a seminar meeting at the LTH Chapel on June 14th. Dr. Adekunle Adebayo delivered an interactive session on the seminar topic, “Investment opportunity for doctors,” followed by a question-and-answer session sensitizing members on how to gain financial freedom in times like this and explore opportunities around them. They followed up with the chapter’s monthly prayer meeting online via Zoom two days later.
CMDA ADO-EKITI
CMDA Ado-Ekiti invited its members to a Prayer Conference titled The Watchman & the Watchtower (Isaiah 21:1-10, Habakkuk 2:1) at the Art Seminar Room, EKSUTH, on August 23, 2024.
CMDA FMC ABEOKUTA
The CMDA FMCA family gathered for fellowship at the Chapel of Grace, FMC Abeokuta, enjoying a spiritually enriching time in God’s presence. They listened attentively as Pastor Demola Oluakin, Prof. Mrs. Julia Eni-Olorunda, and Dr. Mrs. Cynthia Akisanya spoke practically on Intentional Parenting, with Proverbs 22:6 as the focus scripture. The event took place on August 22, 2024.
CMDA ASABA
The CMDA Delta Asaba chapter held its monthly fellowship meeting on August 18, 2024, at the A&E Small Seminar Room, FMC Asaba.
CMDA OSOGBO
In Osogbo, the brethren met for a joint doctors-student conference themed In Search of Answers? (Addressing Life Mysteries in Medicine and Christian Faith) based on Matthew 7:7. Dr. and Dr. Mrs. Ojewuyi served as the key speakers at the event, which took place at the Chapel of Hope, UTH, on August 24, 2024.
NOTHERN ZONE
CMDA KEFFI
Seeking God’s guidance, CMDA Keffi met weekly to pray, offering thanks for His mercies and grace in their lives, while also praying for the success of the 6th Joint Conference (6JnC) and peace in the nation. The chapter gathered for a fellowship session on the topic Leadership and You, which held at the ANC Seminar Room on August 8, 2024. It was a wonderful time of fellowship for all members.
CMDA ZARIA
Doctors and students from CMDA Zaria gathered for fellowship at the CMDA Students’ Chapel, ABUTH, Shika. The meeting, themed The Christian Doctor and the Patient, provided answers and insights into the role of Christian doctors, how they should treat patients, what to expect when patients come in, and the advantages Christian doctors have in their practice.
CMDA KADUNA
CMDA Kaduna invited its members for a post-outreach and 6th Joint Conference prayer meeting at the Academic Block, BDTH, on August 24, 2024.
CMDA BENUE
In Benue, the chapter organized a prayer and mission mobilization meeting for the 6th Joint Conference during their monthly breakfast meeting. Which held at the Chapel of Christ the Restorer, BSUTH, on August 3, 2024.
CMDA ADAMAWA
The CMDA Adamawa family gathered for their monthly fellowship at the hospital chapel, MAUTH, on August 13, 2024.
For its monthly family meeting, CMDA Gombe invited members and welcomed other Christian medics to fellowship at the hospital chapel in Gombe on August 10, 2024.
CMDA KANO
CMDA Kano met for fellowship via Zoom, focusing on Faith & Medicine: Helping the Christian Doctor and the Patient to Balance Faith & Medicine, with Dr. Ademola as the speaker. The event took place on August 25, 2024.
CMDA BIDA
CMDA Kano met for fellowship via Zoom, focusing on Faith & Medicine: Helping the Christian Doctor and the Patient to Balance Faith & Medicine, with Dr. Ademola as the speaker. The event took place on August 25, 2024.
CMDA PLATEAU
CMDA Plateau had the privilege of being led by the President of CMDA Nigeria, Dr. Olukayode Iyun, who guided them through the journey so far during their monthly breakfast meeting, held virtually via Zoom on August 10, 2024.
CMDA SOKOTO
Doctors from CMDA Sokoto converged at the hospital chapel, UDUTH, for their August breakfast meeting. The meeting featured an in-depth discussion on the theme Clinical Doctor: Why and How Residency on August 24, 2024.
CMDA BORNO
CMDA Borno held a joint prayer meeting with the student arm and hospital chapel. The event, titled Call for Prayers, took place at Salvation Chapel, UMTH (University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital) on August 19, 2024.
CMDA KEBBI
CMDA Kebbi held its monthly meeting with the theme Built to Last, based on Matthew 7:24-27. The meeting held at ECWA Church, Makeran, Gwandu, on August 10, 2024.
Welcome to Our Season of IMPACT
“O give thanks unto the LORD; for he is good: for his mercy endureth forever.
O give thanks unto the God of gods: for his mercy endureth forever.
O give thanks to the Lord of lords: for his mercy endureth forever.
To him who alone doeth great wonders: for his mercy endureth forever.
To him that by wisdom made the heavens: for his mercy endureth forever.
To him that stretched out the earth above the waters: for his mercy endureth forever.
To him that made great lights: for his mercy endureth forever:
The sun to rule by day: for his mercy endureth forever:
The moon and stars to rule by night: for his mercy endureth forever.
To him that smote Egypt in their firstborn: for his mercy endureth forever:
And brought out Israel from among them: for his mercy endureth forever:
With a strong hand, and with a stretched out arm: for his mercy endureth forever.
To him which divided the Red sea into parts: for his mercy endureth forever:
And made Israel to pass through the midst of it: for his mercy endureth forever:
But overthrew Pharaoh and his host in the Red sea: for his mercy endureth forever.
To him which led his people through the wilderness: for his mercy endureth forever.
To him which smote great kings: for his mercy endureth forever:
And slew famous kings: for his mercy endureth forever:
Sihon king of the Amorites: for his mercy endureth forever:
And Og the king of Bashan: for his mercy endureth forever:
And gave their land for an heritage: for his mercy endureth forever:
Even an heritage unto Israel his servant: for his mercy endureth forever.
Who remembered us in our low estate: for his mercy endureth forever:
_And hath redeemed us from our enemies: for his mercy endureth forever.”
Who giveth food to all flesh: for his mercy endureth forever.
O give thanks unto the God of heaven: for his mercy endureth forever.” – Psalms 136:1-26
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