Religion
GAZETTE NEWSPAPERS • WEEK OF WEDNESDAY, MAY 2, 2012 • 22A
Religious Briefs May 4 - Conneaut: Church Dinner New Leaf United Methodist Church, Main & Buffalo Streets, offers free community dinner 5 to 6 p.m. Fridays. May 4 menu is hamburg stroganoff with bow tie pasta and desserts.
May 11 - Kingsville: Soup Lunch Kingsville Presbyterian Church Soup Lunch is 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, May 11, with vegetable beef or ham & bean soups and homemade desserts. Donation only. The church is located at 3056 W. Main Road.
May 16: Conneaut - Soup Lunch Amboy United Methodist Church Soup Lunch is 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, May 16. Chili plus one other soup, crackers, homemade desserts, beverage. Donation only.
Ongoing Ashtabula: Bible Study A Bible study will be held every Tuesday at 7 p.m. for the Remnant of Israel, non-denominational group. Come join them and have a coffee as they study the Bible from a non-denominational point of view. The group meets at the McDonald’s located at 2424 N. Ridge Road East, just east off Route 11. For more info, visit theremnantofisrael.org or call 228-6157.
May 3 Pierpont: National Day of Prayer Service May 6 Jefferson: Hamilton Road Quartet Pierpont Presbyterian Church will hold a National Day of Prayer service at 1 p.m. Thursday, May 3. Speakers for this event: Rev. Earl Vautin, State Rep. Casey Kozlowski; County Commissioner Peggy Carlo; and Township Trustee Gaylord Millard. 2012 National Day of Prayer Theme is One Nation Under God. Based on Psalm 33:12: “Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord, the people He chose for His inheritance.” The principle described here is true for individuals, families, communities, and even entire nations; those who serve God will benefit from their close relationship with Him. Chairperson - Mrs. Shirley Dobson; Honarary chairperson - Rev. David Jeremiah. Come and join with us in recognizing the power of prayer. Refreshments will follow in the church’s small dining room.
May 4 Ashtabula: Ham Loaf Dinner The Trinity Presbyterian Church will hold a ham loaf dinner from 4:40 – 6:30 p.m. Sponsored by Faith in Action Caregivers of Ashtabula County.
May 4-5 Colebrook: Trash and Treasure Sale The Colebrook United Methodist Church will hold a trash and treasure sale on Friday and Saturday, May 4-5, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, $2bag day. Clothes, household items, tools, toys. Lunch available, as well as a bake sale. To make donations, call Debbie at (440) 442-3209 or Mary at (330) 219-1237. Pick up available. Proceeds benefit church and Praise Band.
The Hamilton Road Quartet will be singing at the Jefferson Church of the Nazarene, 55 East Satin St., Jefferson, on May 6 during Sunday morning worship service, which begins at 10:45 a.m. We will be collecting a love offering to help support this ministry. Please come and worship with us!
May 12-13 Austinburg: Plant and Shrub Sale The Austinburg United Church of Christ will hold a plant and shrub sale at its location on Route 307 West on 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, May 12, and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, May 13.
May 13 Ashtabula: Gospel musician Jerry Garcia The Ashtabula Baptist Church, located at 5909 Shepard Rd., will host Southern gospel musician Jerry Garcia and have a free breakfast and free gift for all mothers on May 13.
May 17 Geneva: Salad luncheon The United Church, located at 75 South Broadway, Geneva, will hold its annual Salad Luncheon on noon Thursday, May 17. Over 30 kinds of salads, meat, vegetables fruit and dessert, along with muffins and beverage for $8. Off Our Rockers Band will be the entertainment. Tickets at the office or at the door.
May 18-19 Denmark: Rummage and Bake Sale The Bulah Calvary United Methodist Church, located at 2070 Route 193, will hold a rummage and bake sale Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday, 9 a.m. –12 p.m.
ASHTABULA COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF JOB & FAMILY SERVICES PRESENTS:
2012 SENIOR CITIZENS CONFERENCE FRIDAY, MAY 11, 2012 AT KENT STATE UNIVERSITY AT ASHTABULA AGING GRACEFULLY
SPECIAL GUEST SPEAKERS
May is Older Americans Month, and what a perfect opportunity to show our appreciation for the older adults in our community by offering them an afternoon dedicated to their health and well-being. Since 1963, communities across the nation have joined in the annual commemoration of Older Americans Month.
MIND – Sue Curtis Ducro, PhD, M.S., is a Licensed Psychologist, certified as a Grief Management Specialist, and Funeral Director with her family firm of Ducro Services. An advocate of lifelong learning and fruitful activity, she views age as a collection of experiences and retirement as merely a change in focus.
Ashtabula County Department of Job and Family Services has the privilege of offering the 5th Annual Senior Citizens Conference. You are invited to attend the 2012 “Aging Gracefully – Mind, Body and Spirit,” a conference geared specifically for the senior citizens of Ashtabula County.
BODY – Chris Kettunen, PhD, MSN, Director of Nursing for the Ashtabula County Health Department and a faculty member of both the University of Phoenix and Indiana Wesleyan University Cleveland campuses teaching in the nursing department. SPIRIT – Joan Steidl, MA PCC-S, is an Assistant Professor and Director of Human Services Program at Kent State University. She is a member of the American Counseling Association, and the Ohio Association of Spiritual, Ethical and Religious Values in Counseling.
This year we are pleased to have three professional guest speakers who will present educational information to enlighten the public on “healthy aging.” The focus will be to improve one’s lifestyle and overall well-being that will assist in a healthy body, mind and spirit. Some issues to be discussed include: • How to keep mentally fit at any age • Coping skills to deal with aging issues such as: severe illness, death of loved ones, increased medical expenses, depression and loneliness • Recognizing the appropriate time to seek professional guidance • Exploring available community services Lifelong participation in social, creative, and other physical activities has proven health benefits including retaining mobility, muscle mass, and cognitive abilities. Older adults are not the only ones who benefit from their engagement in community life. Studies show their interactions with family, friends and neighbors across generations enrich the lives of everyone involved. Please join us as we celebrate. SCHEDULE 7:30-8:00
Registration and Continental Breakfast
8:00-12:00
Morning Session for Professionals • Mind ~ Sue Curtis Ducro, PhD • Body ~ Chris Kettunen, PhD
11:00-1:00
• Spirit ~ Joan Steidl, MA PCC-S Senior Registration and Lunch
11:00-1:00
Vendor Room Open to All
CONFERENCE SCHEDULE MORNING SESSION – (Auditorium 8:00 - 12:00) is for professionals who work both directly with and indirectly with senior citizens. The three guest speakers will explore the benefits of living healthy, staying active and gaining insight on how to deal with the different issues that come with aging, grief of losing dear and close friends and family. Continuing Education Units (CEUs) will also be available for the morning session. The morning session includes a Continental Breakfast, which will take place in the Kent State University Blue and Gold Room proceeding the morning session. VENDOR EXHIBITION – (Gymnasium 11:00 - 1:00) Businesses, health care facilities, and non-profit organizations will be present to showcase their services offered to Ashtabula County seniors. In addition, a special Wii demonstration will be available for conference participants to try out. A complimentary sack lunch will be available for seniors in the Kent State University Blue and Gold room. While enjoying your lunch, there will also be an opportunity to view the documentary, “Age of Champions” sponsored by The Villa at the Lake. AFTERNOON SESSION – (Auditorium 1:00 - 4:00) This session will be a similar to the morning session except geared toward senior citizens and their adult children. Entertainment, which will be provided by Off Our Rockers and The Blue Belles, will take place at the end of the session. Door Prizes will be drawn at the end of the session.
• Special Wii demo 1:00-4:00
Afternoon Session for Seniors • Mind ~ Sue Curtis Ducro, PhD • Body ~ Chris Kettunen, PhD • Spirit ~ Joan Steidl, MA PCC-S • Off Our Rockers Band and The Blue Belles
Wrap-up immediately following with evaluations and Door Prizes.
SPECIAL APPRECIATION TO OUR CONFERENCE SPONSORS Ashtabula County Department of Job & Family Services ACMC Wound Healing Center • Ashtabula County Senior Services Levy Comfort Keepers • Ducro Services • Iarocci Law Firm, LLC Kent State University at Ashtabula Rae-Ann Geneva Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center Saybrook Landing Health and Rehabilitation • Villa At The Lake
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, CALL 440-994-2027.