Medical Cannabis Through the Lens of Science and Faith

Presented by David Mulkey, DNP, RN, CNE, CPHQ

Sponsored by the Lutheran Faith Community Nurse Association

DATE: September 17, 2026
TIME: 3-5 pm AKT, 4-6 pm PT, 5-7 pm MT, 6-8 pm CT, 7-9 pm ET                            
Registration fee: $30 for LFCNA members/$50 for non-members 

Nursing Contact hours provided: 2.0 (see the registration link)

Course Description: This presentation explores medical cannabis from both evidence-based and biblical perspectives to equip Faith Community Nurses with the knowledge, wisdom, and discernment needed for practice. First, the critical role of the endocannabinoid system in maintaining homeostasis will be highlighted. The historical evolution and modern clinical use of medical cannabis will then be examined, with an emphasis on current evidence related to therapeutic indications, patient outcomes, adverse effects, safety concerns, and potential risks. Biblical principles, professional nursing ethics, and reflective clinical decision-making will be integrated to address how healthcare professionals can navigate bias, legal complexities, and moral tensions while providing compassionate, patient-centered care. Through the lens of both science and faith, participants will gain a balanced framework for approaching medical cannabis with competence and Christian discernment.

CLICK HERE for further information and to register: https://lutheranfcna.org/event-6740571