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2009 Conference in Breckenridge, CO
August 5 thru August 9, 2009
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 Welcome to the Christian Dental Society. Our
mission is to show the love of Christ throughout the world
by offering free dental services to those in need. Since
its inception in 1963, CDS has provided volunteers, equipment
and supplies with the objective of serving Christ as He instructed
in the Great Commission, Matthew 28:18-20 – “All
authority has been given to me in heaven and on earth.
Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing
them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit,
teaching them to observe all that I commanded you; and lo,
I am with you always, even to the end of the age.”
There are many exciting opportunities available here as we
strive to proclaim the "Good News" of our Savior
to all the world through our community of dental
professionals who, together with the continued support
of generous sponsors, take the gospel around the world to
those in need.
- If
you would like information on Christian dental mission trips
around the world, check out those
listed on our web site.
- Portable
dental equipment is available for mission trips. You
can rent or purchase equipment for a nominal charge.
- You can also help by becoming a
sponsor. Your donations can help us help others, and
they are fully tax deductible.
- Please
pray about how you can help us to take the Light of the
Gospel to people who need to know that God truly does care
for them.
- If
you or a friend are in need of a free or discounted dental
treatment, check out our directory
of US clinics to see if there is one near you.
If you are looking for a Christian dentist in your area,
please view our directory where you
can find professionals dedicated to serving Christ in
their community and beyond.
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 San
Diego Cross Can Stay on Public Land
Federal judge says cross is constitutional, as is,
because "the primary effect is patriotic and nationalistic,
not religious."
The cross atop Mount. Soledad in San Diego has been
the subject of controversy for years. Groups advocating
a separation of church and state have sought the removal
of the cross, saying it's unconstitutional to have a
religious symbol on public land. A federal judge has
ruled that the cross can remain.
"The court finds the memorial at Mt. Soledad,
including its Latin cross, communicates the primarily
nonreligious messages of military service, death and
sacrifice," wrote U.S. District Judge Larry Alan
Burns in his decision filed Tuesday. "As such,
despite its location on public land, the memorial is
constitutional." ACLU may appeal.
SURROUNDED by concentric walls displaying more than
2,000 granite plaques that recognize both living and
dead veterans, the Mount Soledad cross in La Jolla stands
on the highest coastal summit in Southern California.
Panoramic views of the city, the Pacific Ocean and mountain
ranges to the east and north have made the spot a tourist
attraction. To many Christians and non-Christians, the
towering cross is a historic landmark, a symbol of sacrifice,
a memorial that pays tribute to the men and women who
ha’ve served our country.
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President
Denis Scharine, DDS
Fremont, WI
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President-Elect
Randy Sanders, DDS
Aurora, CO |
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Past-President
William T. Griffin, DDS
Yorktown, VA |
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Executive Director/Treasurer
Robert Liebler, DMD
Miami, FL |
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Executive Secretary
Tina Wendel
Sumner, IA |
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Nominations Now Being Accepted for the 2009 Dr. Ron Lamb
Mission Service Award
November, 2008 - The Christian Dental Society announces
that entries are now being accepted for the annual Dr. Ron
Lamb Mission Service Award. This award recognizes an outstanding
member of the Christian Dental Society for their commitment
to the dentally underserved. The recipient of this award will
be honored at the CDS Annual Conference in Breckenridge, CO
scheduled to be held from August 5 to August 9, 2009. The
recipient does not need to be present to accept the award
but will be notified 3-4 months ahead of time to provide ample
time for travel arrangements. The recipient will also receive
free CDS Conference registration for him/herself and their
spouse as well as being presented a wall plaque. The recipient
will receive a gift certificate valued at $500.00 from Dr.
Ron Lamb's Dental Mission Warehouse to be used toward supplies
for future mission trips.
Eligibility for this award is as follows:
- Must be a member in good standing with the Christian
Dental Society
- May not be a current CDS Board member; but may be an
Advisory Council member
- Have shared their faith while using their skills on
the mission field
- Have encouraged and mentored students regarding service
in dental missions
- Have a commitment to the dentally underserved
- Must possess ethical integrity, professional competence
and integration of faith and practice.
If you or someone you know would like to be considered for
this award by the CDS Board of Directors, please contact the
Home Office for a nomination form. Forms must be received
back in the Home Office by January 31, 2009 to be considered
eligible. Upon receipt of all entries, the CDS Board will
discuss the nominees and vote on the 2009 recipient. The recipient
will then be notified that they have been selected. Full details
regarding the recipient will be published in the Summer Newsletter
following the conference in Breckenridge, CO.
If you have any questions or comments regarding this award,
please contact the Home Office at 563-578-8887 or cdssent@netins.net.
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