We all carry our mobile phones with names & numbers stored in its memory. If we were to be involved in an accident or were taken ill, the people attending us would have our mobile phone but wouldn't know who to call. Yes, there are hundreds of numbers stored but which one is thecontact person in case of an emergency? Hence this 'ICE' (In Case of Emergency) Campaign.
The concept of 'ICE' is catching on quickly. It is a method of contact during emergency situations. As mobile phones are carried by the majority of the population, all you need to do is store the number of a contact person or persons who should be contacted during emergency under the name 'ICE' (In Case Of Emergency). The idea was thought up by a paramedic who found that when he went to the scenes of accidents there were always mobile phones with patients but they didn't know which number to call.
He therefore thought that it would be a good idea if there was a nationally recognised name for this purpose.
In an emergency situation, Emergency Service personnel and hospital Staff
would be able to quickly contact the right person by simply dialling the number you have stored as 'ICE'.
For more than one contact name simply enter ICE1, ICE2 and ICE3 etc.
CHECK BBC NEWS ICE CAMPAIGN - http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/wales/4746789.stm
Grandparents and Mission - Identifying opportunities for greater effectiveness
Tuesday 19th May 2009 10:30am - 3:15pm at the Wilson Carlile Campus, Sheffield.
A chance to network with other grandparents, share ideas for nurturing the spiritual lives of their children, grandchildren and great grandchildren, hear input on the changing nature of grand parenting in our society, raise important issues for further resourcing, and identify ways in which local churches and their leaders could support grandparents in their congregations. Limited places are available.
£20 conference fee per person will cover all costs of the event including lunch.
Please make this known to your contacts especially grandparents and pass on to others who may be interested.
M Collyer - Older People Exploring evangelism, spiritual needs and fresh expressions of church among older people.
If you would like to book a place please return the booking form to Mrs. Claire Dalpra as indicated.
The Sheffield Centre
Wilson Carlile College of Evangelism
Wilson Carlile Campus
Cavendish Street Sheffield
S3 7RZ Tel 0114 272 7451
www.sheffieldcentre.org.uk
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