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Hi everyone, It is time to plan the 2025 Westberg Symposium. Please suggest who you want as keynote speakers by sending an email to...
ANNOUNCEMENTSIf you are a coordinator and haven't completed the coordinators survey, please visit the coordinator group and do that! Your input is important!
Does anyone know of a Network in California near Kerman CA 93630 or Hanford, CA 93230? We have two students in our Foundations class who do not know...Does anyone know of a Network in California near Kerman CA 93630 or Hanford, CA 93230? We have two students in our Foundations class who do not know each other but live about 30 miles apart and do not know of a nearby Network. Thanks! Show more
I am looking for an article from a 2018 issue of Perspectives. SCA site referred me here, but I cant seem to find the access to copies before 2019...I am looking for an article from a 2018 issue of Perspectives. SCA site referred me here, but I cant seem to find the access to copies before 2019. Any suggestions? thanks for considering❣️ Show more


You are invited to attend the Faith Community Nurses International (FCNI) Virtual Annual Conference on Saturday, October 18 from 10 am to 3 pm. The...You are invited to attend the Faith Community Nurses International (FCNI) Virtual Annual Conference on Saturday, October 18 from 10 am to 3 pm. The title of this conference is “Behavioral Health Across the Lifespan: Implications for Faith Community Nursing Practice and Research”.
Go to our website for more information and to register:
www.fcninternational.org
We hope to see you there!
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Yvonne Askew found this wonderful resource to help faith leaders understand faith community nursing:...Yvonne Askew found this wonderful resource to help faith leaders understand faith community nursing: www.adventsource.org/store/adult-ministries/health…. Thank you for sharing, Yvonne! Show more
Greetings, Faith Community Nurses! I am looking for a preceptorship for a BSN community health student in the Fall in faith community nursing. He...Greetings, Faith Community Nurses! I am looking for a preceptorship for a BSN community health student in the Fall in faith community nursing. He lives in Olivehurst, CA, and can travel up to an hour. Do you know any FCNs that are in that area? You can reach me at sfuentes@ccu.edu.
Thanks so much!
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Save the date! The 2026 Caring for the Human Spirit and Westberg Symposium dates are April 20-22, 2026. Once again, it will be virtual. Present a...
ANNOUNCEMENTSAre you a member of the Coordinators group, the Research Committee or our team of Foundations Course Educators? Check the respective group page for...Are you a member of the Coordinators group, the Research Committee or our team of Foundations Course Educators? Check the respective group page for new meeting links! We are using the dates that were already set for 2025, but the link is different. Thanks! Show more
Hi everyone, Dr. Deborah Ziebarth is the new Westberg consultant. You can contact her at admin@westberginstitute.org Deb is an expert in the...
ANNOUNCEMENTSGreetings everyone, Please use admin@westberginstitute.org for all email correspondence. Those of you submitting applications for contact hours will...
ANNOUNCEMENTSI'm so sorry to hear this Sharon, but wish you well. I'll be in touch at your personal email address. Blessings, Carol DeSchepper, Lutheran Faith...
Greetings to all you wonderful FCNs! It has been my ministry and privilege for 25+ years to teach and serve educators, coordinators, and FCNs...
ANNOUNCEMENTSGreetings all you wonderful FCNs! Thank you for sending in your stories for possible publication. I need to clarify that this is my personal project...
ANNOUNCEMENTS
FOUNDATIONS OF FCN COURSE:
Meet & Greet: August 8 (5:30-6:30 pm CST)
Individual Study: August 20 through October 4
Virtual classes:
September 5 (4:30...FOUNDATIONS OF FCN COURSE:
Meet & Greet: August 8 (5:30-6:30 pm CST)
Individual Study: August 20 through October 4
Virtual classes:
September 5 (4:30 - 8:30 pm CST)
September 6 (9:00 am - 3:30 pm CST)
October 3 (4:30 - 8:30 pm CST)
October 4 (9:00 am - 3:30 pm CST)
Cost: $250
Register: cmetracker.net/CARLE/Publisher
For more information, call 217-902-3160
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Dear Nurses and Chaplains, You’ve offered comfort, strength, and peace to so many. Now, your prayers and stories can bring hope to other caregivers....
ANNOUNCEMENTSWidener University School of Nursing is offering the Westberg Institute for Faith Community Nursing’s Foundations of Faith Community Nursing Program...Widener University School of Nursing is offering the Westberg Institute for Faith Community Nursing’s Foundations of Faith Community Nursing Program this summer. FCNI members can receive a 50% discount. Contact Donna Callaghan at drdonnarn@comcast.net for more information. Show more
Does Westberg Institute have a recommendation or statement about practicing FCNs having CPR/AED and First Aid certification? It seems...Does Westberg Institute have a recommendation or statement about practicing FCNs having CPR/AED and First Aid certification? It seems important...and not all Nursing Boards require--they leave up to the workplace? Any thoughts? Thanks! Show more


Free Webinar on "FCNs and Safety in Faith Communities" on February 10, 2025 from 12:00-1:00 p.m Central Time. Learn at least 4 ways to improve...Free Webinar on "FCNs and Safety in Faith Communities" on February 10, 2025 from 12:00-1:00 p.m Central Time. Learn at least 4 ways to improve safety!
Register by Friday, February 7, 2025. Provided by the Faith Community Nurse Network of the Greater Twin Cities, a leader in Continuing Education for FCNs. Here is the registration link:
form.jotform.com/fcnntc/fcnsafetywebinar
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SAVE THE DATE!
Friday, 18 July 2025 17:31 by Administrator