A Concordia Lutheran Ministries Publication
www.concordialm.org | September 2017
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Highpointe Grand Opening
Concordia at Sumner resident group knits and donates items. Concordia's latest blessing is set to open with residents ready to move in.
Introducing our Newest Blessing: Highpointe at Rebecca, a Concordia Community
The President’s Thoughts Concordia Lutheran Ministries ~ Past, Present and Future On July 30, 2017, Concordia Lutheran Ministries celebrated its 136th Annual Summer Festival. It also just happened to be my 34th work anniversary at Concordia. Those historical tidbits always cause me to reflect on Concordia’s past, our present and the future of our mission. Just think, our forefathers in the Lutheran churches around Pittsburgh 136 years ago sat at handmade wooden tables with candles or kerosene lamps and planned to solve a big problem – how to serve orphans and children in need from mostly immigrant families without an extended support system. Our history starts with the church compassionately deciding that it must serve children – with no means of payment – in a Christian environment. After the children’s ministry was addressed, the next big need was to serve seniors without family support. Then came service to seniors with serious medical problems and long-term care needs. In those early days it was pretty simple – the churches and their members funded the orphans and seniors in our care, and farming activity supplemented the program. The world got more complicated in the 60s, 70s and 80s, with the establishment of Medicaid and Medicare. There was a more formal and predictable way to serve people with government payments (As a side note, when I came to Concordia in 1983, the Medical Assistance rate was $29 a day.
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Today it is $214). With government reimbursement came lots of regulations, and with regulation came additional expenses and more stringent staffing requirements. Those churches funded our ministry in its entirety 136 years ago. Today only about 10 percent of our ministry is funded by donations, but the mission is 250 times larger. Concordia serves nearly 4,000 people each week with over 2,400 staff members. Our budget is nearly $200 million a year. Despite our growth, Concordia remains a Lutheran ministry with over 10 members on our spiritual care team. Concordia has built or acquired over 15 health care organizations that serve people in a distinctly Christian environment – that’s our mission. So what does the future hold? Well, I think the consolidation in health care will continue. Size and scale will matter, and given Concordia’s blessings I suspect that we will double in size in the next seven or eight years. Many single-location non-profits have struggled, but I hope that Concordia will help them continue their missions as a part of the Concordia family. More and more care will move back into the home and community. I think our size and experience will continue to be relevant in this service arena. So, from wooden tables and candles to emails and video conferencing with patients in their homes, the ministry grows ~ may it always be a ministry that proclaims love and salvation through our crucified and risen Christ. In His Service,
Keith E. Frndak President and Chief Executive Officer
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A collage of photos showing Concordia’s newest blessing, Highpointe at Rebecca. Read more about it on page 8, then come see for yourself at our Grand Opening on September 23.
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Contents A Concordia Lutheran Ministries Publication
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Shirley Freyer Director of Public Relations 134 Marwood Road Cabot, PA 16023 724-352-1571 ext. 8266 Toll-Free: 1-888-352-1571
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Knitting with Soul “Knitters use knitting to add value to the world.� The Sumner Souls group has taken that quote to heart donating their work to charities.
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Beth Wichrowski Frank Skrip Emily Bitting Public Relations Staff
Highpointe at Rebecca Opens to First Residents After more than a decade of decision-making, Concordia is delighted to unveil its newest blessing, a 109-unit retirement living structure on the Rebecca campus, a masterpiece of quality, security and value.
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Internships have long been a part of the college experience, but have never been more closely tied to permanent hiring than they are today, according to New York University. This first in a series takes us to the therapy department at our Monroeville campus.
VISION STATEMENT Serving the Triune God by providing for the needs of His people. MISSION STATEMENT To serve our aging community with a continuum of high quality caregiving options, provided in a Christian environment, and to serve those with limited funds to the best of our ability.
When Interns Become Employees
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In Loving Tribute
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In Loving Memory
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News and Notes
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When Interns Become Employees Part 1 of a series
Occupational Therapy Assistant Sold on Concordia from the First Meeting Concordia Lutheran Ministries’ fun and creative. So that’s what I broad network of care employs went back to school for, and I never more than 2,400 people across looked back.” western Pennsylvania and eastern Concordia was in the process of Ohio, but that number doesn’t acacquiring Concordia of Monroeville count for the many interns through- while Patty did her internship about out the system. Interns learn and three years ago. She initially chose grow during their time at ConcorConcordia to intern under COTA dia, and some even continue their journeys by staying on as employees and becoming valuable members of the Concordia family. This new series will highlight just a few of the interns-turnedemployees who make a difference in the lives of their patients every day. Patty Dorsey, a COTA (certified occupational therapy assistant) at Concordia of Monroeville, worked in sales for many COTA Patty Dorsey with resident Ruth Harrison years before going back to school as Frank Kolesha and because it was a non-traditional student at the close to home, but she was sold on Community College of Allegheny Concordia from the first staff meetCounty for occupational therapy. ing she sat in on. “I lost my job as a specialty foods “It seemed like a good company,” distributer rep., and I knew I had to Patty said. “I just clicked with them. do something,” Patty said. “Occupa- I felt welcomed from everyone, tional therapy came up in the paper, and I really liked what Concordia and I just thought that looked so presented as an employer. You can 4 - Faith in Caring
go almost anywhere to work in a facility like this and the people will probably be nice, but Concordia really impressed me.” Like many internships, Patty was able to see how “real life” was different than reading about the topic in a book or practicing in a classroom environment. “It’s more of a challenge to figure things out with actual patients,” Patty said. “You figure out what doesn’t work and move on to the next option. All of the therapy staff work together and bounce ideas off of each other.” After a transitional period as a rehabilitation coordinator, Patty became a full-time COTA. She remembers many patients and their stories from her last two and a half years on the job. “We had one patient, a stroke survivor, and it took three of us just to sit her on the edge of her bed when she first came in,” Patty said. “But between me, another COTA and the PT (physical therapist), we all worked together and got her
Patty with resident Charles Carrick walking. She walked out of here with just some help from a cane or walker. That’s when you sit back and think ‘this is why we do what we do.’ ” Patty uses many different activities with patients to help with their specific challenges, including (but certainly not limited to) making greeting cards with stamps, matching and sorting socks, coloring, playing bingo while wearing weights, picking up balls with tongs and playing balloon badminton. “My favorite treatment is to have patients who are doing well and getting ready to go home help set up the dining room or pack their clothes to go home,” Patty said. “That’s the coolest part – to see them get better.” Patty has also been involved with the new restorative nursing initiative at Concordia of Monroeville. The first program, the High Tops Program, is a way for staff members to know how far residents are capable of walking just by going into their rooms. Residents get a small picture of a high top tennis shoe (drawn by Physical Therapy Assistant Wendy Keenan) placed in their rooms with either a B (for bathroom) or D (for dining room) written on it, denoting how far they are capable of walking.
“One resident came to us from another facility, and after we took him off therapy we put him on the High Tops Program,” Patty said. “His room is right by the nurse’s station, and at first he could only get to the station. The aides continued to work with him, and now he’s walking the whole way down the hallway and to the dining room. So it’s a way to continue to build on what they can already do.” In addition to all of her work at Concordia, Patty also completed training to become a Certified Laughter Leader, allowing her to lead groups in laugh therapy exercises. She, her husband, Booboo, and their bloodhounds, Gracie and Taz, live in North Huntington, and she occasionally takes Taz, a trained therapy dog, to local health care facilities (including Concordia of Monroeville). Patty has continued to grow since her internship with Concordia, and contributes much of her growth to her fellow staff members. “It’s the supporting cast – everyone you work with – who helps you to be better,” Patty said. “It’s everyone around that makes this place so good. I’m just one
piece of the puzzle, and it just fits.” Short-term rehabilitation at Concordia Lutheran Ministries could help you or a loved one transition back to home life after a fall, surgery or hospital stay. Concordia offers short-term rehabilitation services at its Allison Park, Cabot, Monroeville, South Hills and Ohio locations as well as at Harmony Physical Rehabilitation, a dedicated short-term rehabilitation facility. For general information, call our administrative headquarters at 1-888-352-1571 or visit the Short-Term Rehabilitation page on Concordia’s website, www. ConcordiaLM.org.
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Knitting w Concordia at Sumner Residents Combine Art with a Charitable Purpose If you walk past Concordia at Sumner’s pub activity room on Monday mornings, there’s a good chance you’ll hear lively conversation, laughter and, if you listen closely, the clicking of knitting needles. This knitting group, called “The Sumner Souls,” has been meeting and donating to the community for over eight years. The group of 14 dedicated knitters (and crocheters) was formed when the pre-existing resident knitting group started a project with Kathie Brown and Linda Edwards, two members of The Chapel church in Akron. They took the name The Sumner Souls and have been working together to help people in their community ever since. “We combined their art with a charitable purpose,” Kathie said. “They’re a wonderful group to work with.” The Sumner Souls meet weekly. About every month or so Kathie and Linda collect the latest batch of the group’s current project – usually scarves or prayer shawls.
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“Our Sumner Souls are great examples of the kind of people who reside at Concordia at Sumner,” said Emily Dorland, Concordia at Sumner's Independent Living Program Coordinator. “They embody a true heart of giving back to the world around them, and knit with the intention of making the world a little better.” In 2016 alone the Sumner Souls donated over 200 scarves to charities and hospitals, including the Akron Battered Women’s Shelter, Harvest Home of Akron’s Haven of Rest and RAHAB Ministries of Akron. Most of the residents knit for friends and family all the time, and many have also knit for charity in the past. “I started knitting when I was about 10 years old by learning how to make khaki scarves for soldiers for the war effort,” said Ellen Hay, who has been a resident at Concordia at Sumner for almost six years. “I also used to knit for a group at my church and made prayer shawls for the elderly and homebound.” Just about every inch of yarn used to create the scarves and other projects is donated by the Concordia at Sumner community, and the knitters try to use as
with Soul much of the yarn as they can. What small pieces they can’t use they give to their fellow resident Virginia Barbieri who creates pen sleeves with plastic canvas to ensure that nothing is wasted. “We get many different colors, so whatever we make is usually a bit of a rainbow,” said Bonnie Lyon, the current organizer for the group. While they have a good supply of yarn, the knitters eventually began to look around for new stitches. One member, Pat D’Amico, found a desk calendar of 365 patterns and then each member promptly bought one. “It would get tiring just knitting back and forth, so the calendars are wonderful,” said Judy Lasher, a Sumner Soul who has been a member of the group since coming to Concordia four years ago. “We try different patterns, and everyone likes to compare.” The group has a good opportunity to use plenty of new stitches on their next project. Pastor Isaac Van Epps of The Chapel visits homebound parishioners
throughout the year. During this Christmas season he wants to give them each a gift: a prayer card enclosed in a small knit envelope. The presents will be a handmade way to bring comfort and joy to those who need it. “It’s one of those versatile projects,” Kathie said. “It needs to have certain measurements, but they can really use any pattern or yarn they want to. These are for people who are in need of prayer and a friendly visit.” The Sumner Souls are set to make at least 50 envelopes by October. Judging by their scarf output, the goal will be an easy one for the group to surpass. In 2017 the ladies donated over 90 scarves to homeless children in Akron Public Schools and more than 50 scarves to Kent Social Services. They have also made an additional 150 scarves, which will soon be donated as well. “I enjoy it very much,” said Helen Jenkins, who has lived at Sumner for 14 years. “It brings people together.” Different forms of art, like knitting, are also a great way to relax and enjoy retirement. Concordia's retirement communities in the South Hills and Cabot also have active knitting groups. For more information about independent living, visit the retirement living section of our website at www.ConcordiaLM. org or call Sumner at 330-664-1289; Cabot at 724352-5378; South Hills at 412-278-1300; or our new retirement living community, Highpointe at Rebecca, at 724-444-1521.
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HIGHPOINTE AT REBECCA A Concordia Community
Highpointe to Host Grand Opening Celebration and Open Houses Concordia began planning for a premier retirement living community in the Pittsburgh North region more than a decade ago, and those plans are finally becoming a reality – after years of hard work and dedication. The construction of Highpointe at Rebecca is wrapping up, and the founding residents will begin to move in after Labor Day. A Grand Opening Celebration will be held on Saturday, September 23 from 2-5 p.m. at the new building, located at 1871 Highpointe Lane (on the hill to the right of Concordia at Rebecca Residence). It will be a day of fellowship and fun, with food and drink stations, tours and entertainment in the courtyard. In addition to the Grand Opening Celebration, open house events will continue to be held at Highpointe: • Retirement Living Informational Session/ Open House Sunday, September 10 1-4 p.m. Event will begin with the informational session from 1-2 p.m. Attendees will hear 8 - Faith in Caring
from Concordia leadership about retirement community living, what to look for in a community, floor plans and pricing, the service package and more. There will also be a question and answer session for those in attendance, followed by tours of Highpointe. • Informational Session/Open House with Happy Hour Wednesday, September 27 and Friday, November 17 3-5 p.m. Events will begin with an informational session from 3-4 p.m. followed by a happy hour with Highpointe staff and current residents. Tours of the building will also be available. • Open House with Oktoberfest Concert Sunday, October 15, 1-4 p.m. Live German music will be provided in the courtyard by The Mikey Dee Band while Concordia staff provides tours of the building.
Guests for the Grand Opening Celebration and informational sessions/open house events will park at Highpointe at Rebecca, located at 1871 Highpointe Lane, Allison Park PA 15101. Valet parking and refreshments will be available. RSVPs are recommended for all Highpointe events, but not required. For more information or to RSVP to the Grand Opening Celebration or an open house, call 724-444-1521 or visit the Coming Events page at www.HighpointeRebecca.org. Early Bird Discounts: How Deciding Soon Can Save You Thousands Now and in the Future Choosing Highpointe at Rebecca for your retirement means you are choosing Concordia’s strong reputation for quality, security and value. Making the move can be even more affordable if you take advantage of the considerable discounts that will only be offered for the next few months: the 6 percent pre-construction discount and a new 10 percent early-bird discount on future health care services at Concordia at Rebecca Residence, located on the same campus. The 6 percent pre-construction discount on the entrance fee, monthly fee and second person fee will only be offered until September 30 and can save you well over $10,000 in your first few years at Highpointe – just by committing early. If
you are a veteran or the spouse of a veteran, these potential savings can be even greater with our 3 percent veteran's discount on your entrance fee (ask about our eligibility requirements). Our newest early-bird incentive, a 10 percent discount on future health care services at Concordia at Rebecca Residence, was announced in August for those who commit to Highpointe and sign an agreement during the next three months. Concordia at Rebecca Residence offers short-term rehabilitation, personal care and long-term nursing care. The 10 percent discount will be applied to your daily rate and level of care fee. This means that if you need one of the higher levels of care offered at Rebecca Residence after moving in, you can simply go next door to receive it at a discounted rate – no matter how long you stay. For an in-depth look at the pricing and floor plans for our one bedroom, two bedroom and large two bedroom apartments, visit www.HighpointeRebecca.org. Before you decide, it’s important to shop around at different communities and find what works best for you. If you have questions or would like more information about Highpointe, one of our admissions counselors would be happy to help. Call 724-444-1521 to schedule an appointment or visit www.HighpointeRebecca.org for more information.
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You’re cordially invited to the 4thAnnual
Camp Erin Purse Gala Wednesday, November 8, 2017 5:30 p.m. V.I.P. Admission / 6:30 p.m. Regular Admission The Lexus Club at PNC Park
115 Federal Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Benefits Good Samaritan Hospice’s Camp Erin $75 per person V.I.P. Tickets available for $100 For ticket information, please call 724-845-7338 or visit www.pursegala.com.
Mistress of Ceremonies: Dr. Deborah Plate, DO Cleveland Clinic Akron General
$40 Table of 8: $280 Includes lunch, fashion show, and shopping Fashions by Cynthia’s Boutique
Please call 330-664-1315 to make your reservation.
You’re Invited
Concordia at Sumner 2017 Fashion Show Sunday September 17 Noon
Limited seating. Tickets will be distributed or mailed upon receipt of payment.
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3204 Ridgewood Road Fairlawn, OH
Concordia Announces Leadership Changes Hope Rouda recently accepted the position of Executive Director for Concordia’s Personal Care (PC) communities located in Pennsylvania. Having worked at Concordia for more than five years at the Cabot campus, she has been a licensed Nursing Home Administrator since 1988. A graduate of Grove City College, Hope provides oversight and support for our six stand-alone PC facilities – Cranberry, Fox Chapel, Franklin Park, Orchard, Ridgewood, Wexford – as well as the PC units at Concordia’s Cabot, Monroeville, Rebecca Residence and South Hills locations. Ashlee Mayuric, R.N., was promoted to Personal Care Administrator at Concordia at Rebecca Residence. In 2014 she was hired as Resident Care Coordinator, having graduated from the Lenape School of Practical Nursing. In 2016 she earned her associate’s degree in nursing at CCAC-Boyce campus and became a Registered Nurse. Lisa Brooks, former Nursing Home Administrator of Harmony Physical Rehabilitation, has been named Nursing Home Administrator for Concordia of Monroeville. Her career at Concordia began in 2006 as an Admissions Clerk. She was a Social Worker at Concordia at
Cabot until she became an Assistant Administrator at Concordia of Fox Chapel and was promoted to Administrator at the Cranberry site. She graduated with a M.S. in health care administration from Ohio University. Rachelle Arnold, an Administrator-in-Training at Concordia since last July, was appointed Assistant Administrator at Harmony Physical Rehabilitation. A graduate of the University of Akron with a M.A. in speechlanguage pathology, she has been a SpeechLanguage Pathologist for 17 years, most recently at Wexford Healthcare Center. Emily Wise Stumpner was named Administrator at Concordia of Wexford. She holds a B.S. degree in health care administration management from Slippery Rock University and has been part of the Concordia family since 2012. Beginning her career as a Dietary Aide, Emily gained experience as a retirement living Building Coordinator and an Administrator-in-Training at the Concordia at Cabot location.
Deaconess Carole King was installed on Sunday, July 9 at a special worship service in the Haven II Chapel. The installation was conducted by First Vice President, Eastern District LC-MS and Concordia Chaplain Rev. Dan Strussenberg. She began her duties at Concordia in late June to support the efforts of Concordia’s Chaplaincy Services staff. A graduate of Concordia College in River Forest with a B.A. in theology, Carole did graduate work in linguistics at the University of Texas and earned a Certificate of French Studies in Switzerland. William Bellas was recently named Therapy Manager for Concordia Visiting Nurses. Bellas, an Indiana University of Pennsylvania graduate with a degree in speech-language pathology, comes to Concordia with a diverse and seasoned background in rehabilitation settings. He also served overseas in the military from 2002 to 2010 and is a veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom. He is responsible for program oversight, maintaining standards, strengthening and facilitating continued growth and providing a wider range of quality therapy services. September 2017 - 11
In Loving Tribute
Gifts from April 1, 2017 through June 30, 2017
Gratitude is our expression of thanks to the Lord for all His blessings. Our donors show their gratitude to God for His abundant blessings through their tribute to those they love. These gifts of gratitude touch so many lives and help us to fulfill our mission to serve God by providing for the needs of His people. Thank you for thinking of Concordia and all those who we serve. IN MEMORY OF Charles W. Abernethy Nellie Luther Dona M. Ague David and Bonnie Schneider Tri Rivers Consulting Services, Inc. Ethel Allen Sharon and Daniel Ihlenfeld Wayne L. Allison Dolores Allison Shirley Ambroziak Gloria Ambroziak Marlin J. Barklage Margaret Stouffer Pat Barnes David C. Cooper Paul Seeling Virginia Swaggard Christia L. Zelenka Tony Zelenka Joseph J. Beca Allegheny Country Club William and Claudia Nicholl Frederick Beight Irwin Seating Company IUE-CWA Local 84415 Dennis and Jane Mason Charmaine Viola & Family Charles & Edith Berg Betty Berg Lori Holden Walter Berkoben Pines Trailer Park Residents Assoc. Eric T. Binder Richard and Elizabeth Ballard Tiffany Dalessandro BrabenderCox/Penome Matrix PDM Engineering, Inc. Michael and Cheryl Neusch James Rozum Helen Boda Anonymous Albert & Louise Bodnar Frederick and June Bodnar Emma Jean Bonaparte
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Mr. and Mrs. Sam Bonaparte Mr. and Mrs. Todd Bonzon Mr. and Mrs. Nick Buchko Jean Buerkle Mr. and Mrs. John Buerkle Gloria Cronin Norman and Dorothy Fletcher Jeanne Lentz Lorna Neurohr Joseph Sayut Helen Werthman Ida Wynn Suzanne C. Boyer Allegheny Health Services Jeff and Suzanne Beebe Marion Brooks Michael and Janet Carter Joyce A. Cline Mildred Drutarosky Thomas C. Garrett James and Carol Georgulis Howard G. Hockenberger Albert and Marlene Lacanic Ruth E. Marlowe Diana R. Paladino Carol A. Sasinoski Paul and Martha Trombold John and Donna Valdiserri Francis J. Bozek Jeff and Susan Nelsen Marcella J. Brechel Sharon Brechel Sandra H. Bridge Sally J. Roblaski David and Polly Will Mary Ann Brown Darlene Zarnich Daniel Buckley Axios Advisory Group Ltd. Mr. and Mrs. James Haller Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Silverstein Lucille M. Burford Virginia Nestor Alice Burke Douglas Damico Joanne Sippel Margaret Burtnett Louis J. Sebastian Elizabeth Callaghan
Anonymous Marian Campbell Robert Campbell Mary I. Carter Mr. Albert Carter Dorothy Huselton Brad Catalano Aaron Lenchner Donald Christy Edward J. Boyd Dorina Ciciarelli Michael and Theresa Stitt Robert E. Claus Glenn and Susan Hughes Liberty Hills Caring Committee Ronald and Barbara Wolf Cardie Coleman John Chapman Ira Ted B. Cranmer John B. Cranmer Jr. Geraldine Cunningham Hope Thornton Josephine Cupka Donna Hamilton Marjorie Shannon Margaret Testa Linda G. Daugherty Ronald and Judy Bridgman Linda E. Cannon Robert and Pamela Gill Judith A. Morrow Aimee Ross-Workman Mr. and Mrs. Richard Sweesy Mildred Davies Kennametal Inc. Charlotte R. Demme Gene and Charlotte Ewald Suzanne Dietrick Anonymous Tom Dietrick Marianne Gallagher Mary Gallagher and family Maurice Dispennett Robert and Barbara Ferguson Louise Hughes James Knarr Shelly McCelland Charles Donnelly Anne Gentile Helen Dougherty
George and Mel Dougherty Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Pietrzak David and Nancy Robinson Mr. and Mrs. Robert Zajac Mariam Dreifuss Elaine E. Kirshenbaum Margaret Stouffer Patricia Driscoll Robert, Don and Jackie Driscoll Carol Gregory McKnight Women's Club James and Gretchen Moran Paige Murphy Edward P. Murphy III Gladys C. Drum John and Grace Carroll Derek Durand Robert and Joanne Durand Michael Ecola Thomas and Kay Patterson Terry Edwards Dave and Carol Arbuckle Don Ellisher Carole J. Ford Carol Hutter James T. Eurich Daniel and Karen Brose Grace M. Felix Bonnie Ord Barbara Downey Jean Christie Fennell Leighton Fennell Michael Ferrari Patricia Ferrari Sandy Anne-Marie Franzese Michael and Ellen Petersen Joyce Freehling Eric Freehling William Freisleben Sandra Kilzer Alvin Fulcomer Court House Associates Eric Lintz Sandy Gabauer Allegheny County Funeral Directors Marian M. Aricola Atcheson Oral Surgery
LLC Katherine Azadian Beaver-Lawrence County Funeral Director Assoc., Inc. Anthony and Jean Briancesco Jason and Leann Bridge Carolyn M. Cassidy Chisler, Marx & Company Louis D'Amico Raymond DeMarco Joseph and Lori Dragonjac ENT & Allergy Specialists of Western PA David Florentine James A. Gabauer Richard and Mary Anne Gearing Anthony G. Guy Hill & Kunselman Funeral Home Keith and Casey Hollingsworth Leroy Hudson William Huettner and Patricia Heuttner Joseph A Tomon, Jr, Funeral Home & Crematory Ronald and Cindy Justi John Koepfer James and Cynthia Marshall Gerrie A. McDonald Anthony Miller Jason and Shirley Mur Noll Schwerha Funeral Home Kenneth and Virginia Ofarrell Demetrios and Karen Pappan Purdue University Graduate School Staff David and Anne Ricchuito Sam Teolis Funeral Home Mr. and Mrs. Robert Scheider Stanley and Janet Switzer Tatalovich Funeral Home Margaret M. Teck and Cindy, Lynn and Lisa Clifford Toy Gary and Daina Vinciguerra William and Kathleen Watts John and Linda Wichmann Mary Ann Gargani Roland J. Gargani Louis F. Gessner David and Cecelia McKibben Sandra Glenn Anonymous
Rosmarie and Bill Gornick Natalie Camacho Paul and Florence "Peggy" Greenberg Joshua and Betsy Epel Robert H. Greer David & Martha Alsing Walter Schneider Marty and Ruth Haigh Thomas and Julie Myers Henry Hart AS Federal Credit Union Sally Smolensky Elizabeth M. Hartle Advanced Communication Company Anonymous Constance L. Cobane Etzel Engineer & Build Lynn Finn Raymond and Susan Galvin Cynthia M. Heckathorn Susan Roe Travis and Catherine Urban Lawrence Hauser Mark and Tris Garboski Lawrence Hauser Lucy and Lawrence Hauser Marjorie J. Hauser Charles and Sarah Kendlick Mary Ann Kimberland W. Nelson McCullough Frances Putorti Barbara J. Snyder Paula Thomas James and Florentina Tito Pamela K. Williams Ronald W. Hawkins Dana Waterson Corrine Heil Terry and Jacquelyn Gaebel Roland Heil and Doug & Carol Judy Robbins Michael Robbins Daniel and Nancy Roush Robert and Barbara Thaw Frederick W. Heintz Marilyn Heintz Leona Heintz Marilyn Heintz Katherine E. Herlinger David Herlinger Frances Hewitt Samuel and Constance Oesterling Alice Heyl Eisler Nurseries, Inc. Franklin Park Vol Fire Co. No. 1 Patricia L. Heymann David and Levina
Pritchard Carol A. Hiles Steven and Sharon Appel Ken and Kathryn Burke Connoquenssing Lodge 278 IOOF Hey Electric Co., LP William and Carrie Minton Luis and Mirta Nunez Dick Holden Lori Holden Francis C. Horstman Du-Co Ceramics Co. Edward J. Riding and Linda A. Riding Nelson W. Hughes Robert M. Burak Ron and Judith Collmar Pamela Gibson Mr. Art Hughes Gerald and Ruth Hughes Janet L. Hughes Phyllis Hughes Shelly Kreitzburg Carolyn Ludwig William and Michelle Miller Wayne E. Hulme John L. Fields Mary Infantino Harold and Ethel Double James W. Jacobs Nichole Maglietta Mr. and Mrs. Daryl Meier Robert and Betty Wagers Jerome Jenkins Mrs. Helen O. Jenkins John Jerich Karen Affrica Mills Revocable Living Trust Reuning-McKim, Inc. Bertha Johnston Lillian Vance Elizabeth Jordan Carol Cammuso Albert and Mary Ann Debonis Gail DiCuccio Gerry L. Johnson Mary K. Maggiore Geraldine Mataya George and Julie McIndoe Bernadette Moffa Norbert and Teresa Plucinski Bill Thoma Joyce M. Ziance Virginia Kazel James Musone Clara Kearney Ruth K. Gallaway Marianne Kelly Anonymous Eveline Kent Lester and Patricia Fleeger
Alice V. Kesterson Lorraine Kesterson Ann Klukaszewski Frank Klukaszewski James Kolling Chris Lyons Evelyn M. Kosela Rhonda Mike Mr. and Mrs. Matt Paxinos Ruth Kovatch Carol Cregut Marie Kunkel Eggert Mr. Dave Schaper Mary Jane Lang Mr. and Mrs. Regis B. Ward Dian Larson Linda Fahy Gregory Larson Roberta J. Secrest Francis Laube Kathy & Stephen Palla Stephen Striker George Lawson Margaret Stouffer William G. Lettrich Lois Lettrich Leon L. Lewis Harriet Hunter Robert and D. Jaunita King Rhonda Liggett Sharyn Bogorae Anthony and Janet Conn Billie Jeane Neil Glenda Ricco Susan T. Livermore Bonnie Livermore Loved Ones Ruth Leopold Gloria Lucey Susan Fleck Dolores Lukotch David and Donna Moses Ethel Luther Joseph and Margarita Maraffi Melinda Macherosky Bakery Drivers Welfare Fund Donna Macurdy Linett Company, Inc. Frances W. Malley Paul Reft Monaca Post Office Jan Maratta Elizabeth Trello Mary Zapf Marie Marree M. Carolyn Hufnagel Roger and Loretta Hufnagel Steven and Mary Ann Kroll Katherine Kulik Arlene Oehling Shirley Torris Janet Martin
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Mary Ellen Haas Ruth McCauley David and Roberta Oleary Andy McClain Theresa McClain Kelly McGreal Austin McGreal Mabel McNutt Sally Marshall Helen Menking Christine Gigliotti Paul Minder Preston and Cynthia Grubbs Max Management Inc. Delbert and Jennifer Ruff Sharron Simon Fabro Jerome and Nina Tommarello John Molitoris Anonymous Roland Montag Melinda Baum Charles and Janet Dobson Etoile L. Morey A.W. Becker Sunshine Elementary School Butler Chapter 45 OES Richard and Melanie Collins Deborah Decker Patricia Kovach Daniel and Phyllis LaPorte William and Nancy McDaniel James and Gretchen Moran Order of the Easter Star, Past matrons of Butler Chapter #45 Carolyn Moschak William Moschak Florence E. Mosholder Loren F. Mosholder Phyllis Mottsman Margaret Stouffer Carl Mozeik Ms. Diana Lydon Marie Mozeik Ms. Diana Lydon Bertha, William and Eva Mozeik Arthur and Helen Mozeik J. Warren and Isabell Myers Thomas and Julie Myers Edward Napoletan Deborah Fleischman Julia Fratianne Jessica Napoletan Frank Napoli Dennis and Nancy Dimartini Margaret Neely Lawrence and Pamela
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Black Dorothy Nichols Catherine Charnock Amy Romano and the administrative team at HCR ManorCare Marjorie O. Oesterling Samuel and Constance Oesterling Roger Oliver Martha France Harriet Hunter Glenn and Yvonne Klingensmith Ellen Markel Nancy Mellinger Carol Oliver Barbara Peterson Jeanne Selvaggio Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Swanson William and Carol Wrobleski Jane W. Osborn Ingomar Elementary School Rex Osborne Virginia Nestor Joseph Palmiere Pittsburgh Division Flower Fund William F. Parker Flo Parker Thomas Patterson Thomas and Kay Patterson John & Pauline Paulenda Jo-Ann Paulenda Nadine Peterson Marjorie Bauer James & Rose Ann Bergandy Jo Anne Bokulich Joe and Rita Bongiorini Patricia Borden Rita Cindrich Ronald Cindrich Mr. & Mrs. Cliff Crevar Fred Dellovade Dellovade Family Mary C. Geary Diane Halupa Linda L. Hanlin Mary Kirsch Harry & Kathy Kunca Kutchman Family Gregory & Nicole Leininger Manuel Manolis Beverly McCarter Montour Education Association Thomas Murphy Edward Peterson Peterson Family Gary Peterson
Linda H. Petrarca Wayne & Lori Pintar Raymond A. Pronoto Carrie Robinson Dale & S. Jean Robinson Rosemary A. Rush Marc Schneiderman Mr. & Mrs. David Uher Mr. & Mrs. Melvin J. Valduga West Side United Methodist Church Patricia D. Wilhelm Nancy Phillips Ronald Baird and Jackie Baird Jacqueline A. Kromer Mr. and Mrs. Rick Krull Susan B. Loughren Memorial Park Presbyterian Church MLEPC members; Linda, Cindy & Paula John and Martha Nichols Noreen Petrasek Linda J. Pokrajac Andrew and Cheryl Waszyn Martha Pingel Anonymous Lillian Pisano Mr. and Mrs. Adam Carlini Louisa Drenchko Cheryl Henderson Maple Resturant Janet Swihart Tawni M. Tunno Fleck Dorothy J. Pityk Steve and Dorothy Pityk Mary Ellen Pratt Barbara Peterson Mary C. Punjack Mr. and Mrs. Regis B. Ward Lowell J. Raynor Donna Raynor Charles E. Reader Ruth Nusz Thomas P. Recupero Tammy DeStefano Nancy F. Reeser Daniel and Monica Dimeno Wesley Fox McCloud Barbara Reeser-Smiesko Ruth Riethmuller WIlliam and Kathleen McIntyre Sally D. Riggs Marcia Kondrich Mary Mazon Diane Nixon Patricia Rainey Margaret Reynolds Richard and Janice Riggs
Margaret Rossi Barbara Svoboda Rose Rockacy Sally and Bill Hudson Judy Soccio Designs Maryanne Scheuble Lee Rouse George Bennett Paul Brown Kirsten Durkee Richard Durkee Fibus Family Foundation John and Carol Garchar Claudia J. Graitge Lisa Marzilli Richard and Annie Reynolds Sylvia Troian Tony Zeno Michael & Thora Rusinko Maxine Heldridge William Sabatini Lidia Sabatini Thomas E. Samuels Etna Neighbordhood Association Stephanie McKinney James J. Scala Robert and Marie Conley Kara Harper Barbara Kuhl Roberta Szpara Horst Schwalm Mike and Diane Freeman Joseph J. Sendek Eileen Hayner Richard and Anne Marie Newton Jack Shaffer Vector Security Michael R. Shane Ms. Jill Botinovch Richard and Elaine Hildebrand Bill and Janet Wise Claire L. Shephard John and Patricia Cihonski Eva L. Shick Carol Shick Charles Shoben Charles and Mary Jo Miller Judith Miller Donald Shrum James G. Burkert Francis Silbach Flo Silbach Barbara A. Sinwell Hamill Manufacturing Company Karen J. Keep Jack Skeba Kristina Placinto Hilbert Preston Smith Patricia Blackburn Ida W. Smith
Elizabeth Senulis Jim Stephenson John and Mary Jane Markle Marjorie C. Stevens David Stevens Marian J. Sullivan Jenette Fiejdasz Robert and Clara McMichael Hilda Sundermann Henry Sundermann Shirley Swank Impact 360 Institute, Inc. James Sweeney Cynthia B. Sweeney Tavion Terry Carl and Nancy Burns and Family James and Shirley Martin Roland and Helen Orndoff Alice V. Thiele Cheryl Faltin Ann Kachmar Joni and Rich Keenan Rose Marie Koslow Grace Thomas David Thomas Theresa A. Thomas Norma Petanovich Karl Thurber Mildred Thurber Roberta Tice Perry Tice Mary Treshok
Anthony and Karen Treshok Elizabeth Covert Trocchio Marilyn Covert Emilie S. Tryc Marion McCracken Carl Vandevort Michele Gonczi Eileen Varner Creta Miller Rosalie Stoner Charles R. Vasey Ruth Vasey Virginia and Chuck Wagner Karen Woodall and Neal F. Binstock Aleene Walker Richard Walker Edward H. Walker Albert and Marlene Lacanic Allen C. Watts Donna J. Fryer Robert and Shirley Merritt Jay Murphy John and Martha Nichols Barb West Timothy and Beth McElhaney Edward Wilson Chris Gravatt Randy and Lisa King John Rubright Betty Wolfe
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Cunningham Ms. Sandra K. Diehl David and Marcia Holl Faith A. Moore Vannie M. Toy Marlyn Woodside Dorothy E. Delp John A. Utz Mary L. Wunderlich Mr. and Mrs. Ralph E. Smyth & family W. William and Janet Young Melvin Yarsky Anonymous Onilee R. Young Kathleen G. Conte Anna Marie Zimmer Mark and Susan Drury Gary Kiesler Mike and Karen Petley Ethel Zubritsky Lauren Altemara and Kay Briggs Helen Biksey Thomas and Germaine Biksey Jeff and Tammy DiPiazza Roger and Patty Francis PJ and Sara Jones Tim and Cheryl Kusky Bob and Lori Mele Chuck and Thersea O'Donnell
Patty O'Hare and Bill O'Hare Ruth Price Gerald and Charmelle Stasicha Karen Vaughn Chuck and Mary Zebula Melvin Zubritsky IN HONOR OF Rev. Reholma McCants James and Augusta Mennell Homer L. Otterman Donna Saurers Concordia Staff Theresa McClain Elizabeth B. Utchel Raymond J. Schnaubelt
Great care has been taken to include all tributes throughout this period of benevolence. Please contact the CLM Foundation Office at 724-352-1571, ext. 8363 if your name has been inadvertently omitted from this list.
You are invited Good Samaritan Hospice
“Celebrate the Journey” Memorial Walk A Mission of Concordia Lutheran Ministries
You are invited to place a footprint ($10 each) on the “Celebrate the Journey” commemorative display at the event, even if you are unable to attend. Call 724-352-1571, ext. 8363 for more information or sponsorship opportunities! Children welcome!
Saturday, September 30, 2017 Saxony Farm Estate 1 - 3 p.m. Complimentary registration www.gshwalk.org
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The Gift That Pays You Back...
And Pays It Forward Through Charitable Care Did you know you could make a gift that provides you income for life and provides for Concordia longterm care residents in need of financial assistance? More and more people are discovering the meaningful benefits of making charitable gifts in the form of a charitable gift annuity. A charitable gift annuity is a way for you to make a philanthropic gift to further Concordia’s 136-year tradition and ministry of caring and receive in return monthly or quarterly income for life. It is a contract under which the Concordia Lutheran Ministries Foundation, in return for a transfer of cash, stock or other property, agrees to pay you a fixed sum of money for the rest of your life and/or your spouse’s life, depending on your selection of a one or two life agreement. For example, say a donor makes a $10,000 gift to the CLM Foundation through our charitable gift annuity program. The donor’s annuity rate from this gift annuity is dependent on his/her age at the time of signing the charitable gift agreement. (Minimum gift amount: $5,000) Payments from a charitable gift annuity are fixed
from the outset. They will never increase nor decrease, regardless of what happens to interest rates or the stock market. The CLM Foundation is contractually obligated to make the payments according to the gift annuity agreement. Establishing a charitable gift annuity is easy! We can accomplish this with you in less than 24 hours. For questions or more information on the benefits of making a gift through Concordia’s Charitable Gift Annuity program, contact Larissa Yates, Development Manager, at 724-352-1571, ext.8363.
Sample Charitable Gift Annuity Rates (Effective September 1, 2017)
Age of Donor 65 70 80 85 90
Single Life Charitable Gift Annuity Rate 5.1% 5.6% 7.3% 8.5% 9.4%
The Concordia Mailbag Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing to express extreme gratitude to Mandy Jones, Social Services Coordinator. My daughter was married last week in Virginia. Her grandmother and great uncle at Concordia at Cabot could not travel to attend. Mandy went above and beyond to arrange for my mother and uncle to watch the wedding in "real-time" via FaceTime. As you can imagine, this took quite a bit of effort to coordinate. First and foremost, Mandy arranged her schedule to work on the Saturday of the wedding. She made time to hold two practice sessions on Friday and the day of the event to test the connection and work out kinks. 16 - Faith in Caring
Mandy created a small reception for my mother and uncle in her office to celebrate this important family event. It was extraordinary for them to watch the wedding as it was happening, hear the music, the vows and minister's remarks. The connection lasted the entire time and beyond -- allowing the bride time to speak to her grandmother and uncle right after the ceremony. Mandy is very dedicated to her residents and her job, evidenced by this huge effort and our family is so grateful for her attention to our family members at Concordia. There are so many ways to enrich the lives of others, and Mandy does this every day! - Family member
It's Still All About Jesus
Submitted by Deaconess Carole King (read more about her on page 11)
A favorite Sunday School song is “Jesus Loves Me.” Nearly every little boy or girl who learns it loves to sing it. As I entered my teens, I wondered why so many adults still liked to sing it. I thought, “Isn’t it a bit childish?” I also wondered about part of the last verse of “I Love to Tell the Story”: I love to tell the story, For those who know it best Seem hungering and thirsting To hear it like the rest. Wouldn’t those who know it best be the same ones who knew it the longest? And I thought, since they presumably would be the oldest, shouldn’t they be digging into deeper theology than the basics of “Jesus Loves Me”? At one point I remember agreeing with someone who said that our Bible classes should move beyond questions that are all answered with the standard Sunday School answer of “Jesus!” But as I’ve grown a little bit older and wiser, I’ve realized that all the deep theology I enjoy studying and learning ultimately points back to one basic truth: Jesus loves me, a lost and condemned sinner, so much that he suffered and died in my place to pay the price for my salvation.
I’m not saying that we shouldn’t dig deeper. We should grow in our faith and knowledge, and as Scripture tells us, “go on to maturity.” (Hebrews 6:1) For when we do take the time to study and deepen our faith, we learn more profoundly how incredible that love of Jesus is, how amazing his sacrifice for us was and how wonderful it is that we get to share in his resurrection. On October 31, 1517, Martin Luther posted his 95 Theses, which is considered the start of the Reformation. Luther was an extraordinary theologian who recognized the benefits of indepth study. But he learned that the ultimate point of that study is to know Jesus better. He fought for pure doctrine and strove to reform the church, not just because he was a stickler about things (which he certainly could be!), but because pure doctrine points to Jesus. There has been enormous change in the past 500 years, but “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.” (Hebrews 13:8) This is one reason why the motto of the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod’s celebration of the 500th anniversary of the Reformation is “It’s Still All About Jesus.” So take the time to learn more and study deeply so you can learn more about Jesus and how much he loves you, but never forget the basic truths. After all, it will always be all about Jesus.
"Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever."
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In Loving Memory Michael D. Ace 5/8/17 Patricia A. Aiello 5/30/17 Tammy Alexander 8/4/17 Jennie Ameris 7/31/17 Carol Anderson 8/2/17 Rita C. Anderson 6/29/17 Robert A. Anderson 5/21/17 William R. Anderson 7/20/17 Daniel Anthony Angeloni 7/17/17 Jennifer I. Anthony 5/15/17 Walter Antoszyk 6/17/17 Ruth Arlet 8/4/17 Catherine A. Babcanec 5/5/17 Marlin J. Barklage 5/18/17 Esther M. Barnes 8/2/17 John Bartley 7/16/17 Robert D. Barton, Sr. 7/20/17 Deborah L. Bastine 7/18/17 Margaret M. Baverso 5/30/17 Ray O. Beal 7/3/17 Benjamin H. Beale 8/1/17 Russell Peter Bear 6/4/17 Delores Bell 7/13/17 Shirley Roll Romer Bertram 7/31/17 Jeanne J. Betts 6/12/17 Ruth Ann Bevington 5/12/17 Glenn O. Bias 5/14/17 Bernadette S. Blinn 7/9/17 Dorothy Marie Boettner 7/22/17 Betty J. Bollinger 7/24/17 Sandra L. Bombara 6/10/17 Kimberly A. Bonfanti 6/8/17 Catherine M. Booher 8/1/17 Philip A. Bordonaro, Jr. 7/16/17 Karol F. Botinovch 7/1/17 Florence B. Bouch 7/21/17 Katherine L. Bowden 8/5/17 Carol Bowser 7/21/17 Addison D. Brainard 5/8/17 William T. Brennan 5/19/17 Delores Errett Brown 5/2/17 Robert L. Brush 6/9/17 Walter Brykalski III 7/30/17 Angeline Buba 6/7/17 Albert Bugar 7/27/17 Virginia P. Burin 6/9/17 William C. Burns 6/28/17 Donald Charles Burtner 5/18/17 Cheryl Ann Burton 5/26/17 Joseph A. Bushless 6/4/17 Mattie King Butler 5/31/17 Edwin Francis Byers, Jr. 5/23/17
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Elaine M. Byers 8/7/17 Frank C. Byers, Jr. 5/26/17 Patricia Ann Cain 6/23/17 Sophine A. Cain 6/14/17 Joseph P. Cain, Jr. 6/14/17 Margaret P. Callender 7/9/17 Val J. Calligaro 5/20/17 Clara U. Campbell 5/7/17 Paul Cavolo 7/7/17 H. Patrick Cawley, Jr. 6/19/17 John W. Chavka 5/9/17 Genevieve Chernick 8/1/17 Enrico Chiappetta 7/16/17 Dolores A. Chilli 6/3/17 Dominic Chirico 7/3/17 Frank A. Chirico, Sr. 8/4/17 Doris A. Choiniere 7/28/17 Timothy F. Cilli 7/24/17 Robert Eugene Claus 5/31/17 James B. Claytor 6/10/17 Cecilia A. Clemente 6/1/17 Michael Clista 8/1/17 Shirley J. Coast 6/22/17 Grace V. Cole 5/30/17 Richard Bradley Cook 6/17/17 Jerry Cory 7/25/17 Madeleine C. Currie 7/1/17 Helen Cypher 6/15/17 Nancy J. Dannels 6/9/17 Linda Gayle Daugherty 5/12/17 Neal M. Daugherty, Jr. 6/13/17 Mildred Davies 5/30/17 Debra J. Davis 7/13/17 Vincent Charles Dawso 7/3/17 Sandra R. Dawson 7/24/17 Donald Ardell Deets 6/30/17 Donald M. Delenko 5/3/17 Gertrude Deprille 8/3/17 Margaret DeVinney 5/21/17 Paula Rice Dindinger 8/5/17 Gerald E. Dishler 6/20/17 Maurice Everett Dispennett 6/22/17 Irene DiTommaso 7/20/17 Lottie M. Dobbs 5/13/17 Katherine Domitrovich 7/10/17 Father William P. Donahue 7/2/17 Florence Jean Doran 6/20/17 Kenneth M. Dougherty 7/8/17 Roy J. Dove 7/30/17 Alice J. Drescher 7/11/17 Gladys C. Drum 5/11/17 Trula E. Duane 6/2/17 Priscilla S. Dubel 6/8/17
Concordia Lutheran Ministries wishes to extend its deepest condolences to families who have lost loved ones. Thank you for trusting Concordia with their care. We feel privileged to have served them. May God provide you with His special blessings of comfort and peace.
Barbara A. Dye 4/30/17 Patricia Eisenhuth 8/6/17 Gertrude B. Etters 7/5/17 Joyce Fastuca 7/30/17 Timothy L. Fehir 6/6/17 Joan A. Fenicato 7/18/17 Patricia A. Ferdiani 7/15/17 Yolanda Ficerai 8/3/17 Barbara Finkler 7/4/17 George W. Foltz 6/27/17 Jeanne E. Franchi 6/14/17 Joyce I. Freehling 5/12/17 George R. Freeland 5/19/17 William G. Freisleben 6/27/17 Robert P. Friel 5/8/17 Alvin D. Fulcomer 5/21/17 Sandra Lee Gabauer 6/3/17 Mary Gajewski 6/13/17 Eleanor H. Galbraith 5/15/17 Geraldine M. Gallagher 6/1/17 Russell L. Gass 5/15/17 Jean Gealy 6/29/17 Jane Y. Geibel 5/16/17 Eunice Gilbert 5/15/17 Sarah R. Gilbert 5/19/17 Orbin Franc Godfrey 6/23/17 Judith Goins 5/11/17 Patricia Goldbach 7/22/17 David A. Good 7/21/17 Jeanne C. Goss 6/21/17 Peter Graff IV 7/30/17 Frank Grant 6/27/17 Dorothy D. Greb 5/27/17 Patricia L. Griffith 5/26/17 Warren B. Grimm 5/31/17 Jean R. Hagen 5/28/17 Vernon G. Hambleton 6/3/17 Gerald H. Haney 6/20/17 John T. Haney 6/2/17 Cynthia Lee Harbison 5/11/17 Edward Dale Harbison 6/27/17 Jeffrey A. Harmon 7/21/17 Robert Carr Harris 8/2/17 Henry A. Hart, Sr. 5/15/17 Elizabeth Jean Hartle 6/8/17 Deborah A. Hathaway 6/18/17 Bronwyn Hawley 7/13/17 Cyril M. Hays 6/17/17 Donald H. Hazel 6/5/17 Corrine D. Heil 5/22/17 Rosemary Heininger 7/17/17 Roberta A. Heintz 6/25/17 James W. Henderson 7/23/17 Kathy L. Hernandez 5/19/17 Alice Marie Heyl 6/4/17 Nicholas Joseph Hickly 5/18/17
Agnes Elaine Hilderbrand 7/14/17 Carol Ann Hiles 6/3/17 Eric Hill 8/10/17 Simon W. Hillen 6/9/17 Howard K. Hinderliter 5/19/17 James Hitt 7/2/17 Richard W. Hoerner 6/5/17 Theodore Holava 8/5/17 Sue G. Hollingsworth 8/6/17 Lillian Honaker 6/17/17 Robert E. Hoole, Jr. 8/4/17 Walter H. Horner 6/21/17 Francis C. Horstman, Jr. 6/19/17 Gloria A. Houk 7/30/17 Robert H. Huddy 7/13/17 Marian Virginia Hudson 7/12/17 Mary Lou Hughes 7/28/17 Nelson W. Hughes 5/21/17 Francis Imhoff, Jr. 5/28/17 Walter Iser 6/3/17 Rose H. Capizzi Ivory 7/22/17 Della Janeshek 6/21/17 Mary Jane Janoski 6/12/17 Gayle M. Jeffries 7/14/17 Willard F. Jenkins, Jr. 5/22/17 Florence Jesser 5/12/17 Harold Johnson 6/23/17 Mary S. Johnston 5/25/17 Patricia Jones 6/27/17 Sally E. Julius 6/28/17 Bruce C. Junker 7/30/17 Elizabeth Jurewicz 6/21/17 Judith Kaczor 8/8/17 Virginia Kazel 6/22/17 Theresa Ann Kennedy 7/26/17 Dr. Robert Wayne Kern 6/5/17 Elizabeth Jane Kernan 5/20/17 Mary Margaret Kessler 7/5/17 Betty Jane Ketterer 5/15/17 Helen E. Kisic 6/11/17 Lorraine M. Klauscher 7/13/17 Janet M. Klavuhn 5/2/17 Eugene N. Kline, Sr. 7/2/17 Theresa N. Kolling 6/16/17 Elizabeth J. Kostial 6/13/17 Theodore L. Kowalski 7/1/17 William Henry Kriznik, Jr. 7/17/17 Robert F. Kroskey II 7/23/17 Theresa Kunicio 6/13/17
Sister Theresa Kunzler 7/1/17 John A. Labuda 6/24/17 Susan E. Laich 6/2/17 LaVerne Irene Laird 5/19/17 Ilene L. Lake 5/14/17 Blaine Lang 5/16/17 Barbara J. Laskiewicz 6/30/17 Lillian K. Laurin 5/20/17 George Lawson 5/31/17 Frank R. Leisie 6/3/17 Jean Bucci Lembo 5/4/17 Paul A. Leo 7/16/17 George Letender 5/28/17 Leon Leroy Lewis 6/24/17 Mildred Lilli 6/28/17 Howard W. Lindfors 5/4/17 Shirley A. Lipscomb 5/17/17 Martha T. Lohr 5/12/17 G.W. Lovato 5/18/17 Margaret E. Ludwig 8/2/17 Victor L. Lukaszewicz 8/1/17 John F. Luraghi, Jr. 7/31/17 Ethel R. Luther 5/26/17 Jeffrey E. Lynn 7/22/17 Frances W. Malley 5/22/17 Donald Mancine 7/22/17 Margaret E. Manski 5/23/17 Patricia L. Marburger 5/22/17 Anthony N. Marra 5/8/17 Matilda R. Marsico 7/23/17 Elizabeth A. Martin 7/15/17 John Martonik 7/7/17 Leslie D. Matarrese 8/6/17 Elizabeth E. Matisko 7/17/17 Carmen A. Matthews 6/12/17 Viola Mazzotta 5/3/17 Ella McArdle 5/12/17 Shirley A. McBee 5/21/17 David E. McCall 6/17/17 Mary T. McCandless 5/12/17 Ruby J. McCarty 5/4/17 Pastor Jonetta McClure 7/20/17 Brenda L. McCormick 7/12/17 Patricia McGowan 7/26/17 Ronald R. McKinney 8/6/17 Michael McLaughlin 7/21/17 Thomas J. McMeekin 8/4/17 Virginia M. McMillen 6/8/17 David C. Meikle 5/30/17 Paul Martin Meindl 5/13/17 Leo Michael Meinert 6/4/17 Thomas C. Melisko, Sr. 6/22/17 Luvia A. Melnyk 6/8/17 Edith M. Meteney 6/27/17 France Michalek 5/15/17 Dolores P. Lejeune Michler
7/24/17 Penny L. Mickail 6/1/17 Bert Miller 6/23/17 Paul Minder 6/13/17 Kathleen Minehart 5/10/17 Lisa Margot Mitchell 5/22/17 Carol A. Monac 8/6/17 Rose Mary Monito 5/25/17 Irene B. Morelli 7/18/17 David S. Morris 6/5/17 Virginia A. Morrison 6/15/17 William Lewis Moyer 6/25/17 William Maxwell Munshower 6/14/17 Catherine Murar 6/13/17 Sandra E. Myers 5/8/17 Robert K. Nadolny 7/11/17 Susan E. Namey 5/10/17 Edward M. Napoletan 6/3/17 Esther Nardick 5/12/17 Susan E. Narney 5/28/17 Margaret Nebiolo 5/26/17 Margaret A. Neely 6/4/17 Elizabeth A. Neeven 7/28/17 Edward A. Neiman, Jr. 6/15/17 Elizabeth Laura Neumeister 5/5/17 John Richard Nicholson 6/6/17 Robert W. Noah 7/26/17 Shirley I. O’Brien 7/1/17 Lucile Harrington Oellig 5/9/17 Harvy Lincoln Ohler 7/30/17 Roger “Snap” Oliver 6/5/17 Grace W. Olzinger 6/22/17 Anthony Joseph Orel 7/2/17 Emil P. Oros 7/27/17 Nancy G. Over 6/17/17 Kathleen H. Palermo 6/19/17 Linda M. Palermo 5/4/17 James A. Paliani 6/29/17 Joseph Palmiere III 5/20/17 Christina Papale 5/3/17 Helen Patton 7/2/17 Marsha D. Pazul 8/2/17 Alice Pelic 8/7/17 Charles Perry 7/17/17 Nadine Peterson 5/17/17 James Edward Petroff 5/9/17 Lee Richard Petticord 5/22/17 John W. Pflumm, Jr. 6/29/17 Nancy Ruth Phillips 5/18/17 Lillian Polce Pisano 5/15/17 Cheryl H. Polecritti 7/8/17 Marilyn Polle 7/14/17 Geraldine Presto 5/12/17 Betty Primrose 5/22/17
John L. Radcliffe 6/9/17 James Abraham Raimondi 6/30/17 Doris J. Rankin 7/12/17 Lowell Raynor 5/31/17 Charles E. Reader 5/27/17 Mary Joan Rees 5/18/17 Donna L. Renfrew 7/23/17 Charles W. Reynolds 5/31/17 Grayce Ricci 7/2/17 Terry R. Ricciardi 7/20/17 Mary E. Richardson 6/6/17 Charles M. Rihn 7/21/17 Frances M. Ritchie 6/22/17 Lois M. Roberts 6/2/17 James R. Rodgers 6/24/17 George R. Rodkey 8/2/17 Louis P. Rome 5/31/17 Elizabeth A. Rumancik 7/9/17 Clinton Russell, Jr. 6/2/17 Doris Lee Sacoulas 7/24/17 Mary Ellen Sainsbury 6/19/17 Helen R. Salem 5/15/17 Alan Sandel 5/13/17 Samuel J. Santillo 8/6/17 James J. Scala 6/9/17 Michael C. Schatzel 7/31/17 Helen Corrine Scherf 6/15/17 Robert Scherr 7/25/17 Marjorie A. Schooley 6/11/17 Franklin M. Schockling 8/2/17 Jack H. Schrecengost 5/27/17 Joyce A. Schroeder 8/4/17 John F. Scott 7/19/17 William V. Seljak 7/7/17 Dorothy M. Sell 7/17/17 Michael R. Shane 6/19/17 Helen Shelstad 7/6/17 Marjorie M. Shields 5/13/17 Annie L. Shilatz 6/28/17 Clyde A. Shiring 6/26/17 Marguerite T. Shiring 5/7/17 Brian Short 7/20/17 Gladys Marie Sickle 5/12/17 John Simak 7/13/17 Antoinette M. Simmons 5/6/17 Barbara A. Sinwell 5/12/17 Carol J. Smith 5/9/17 Deborah J. Smith 7/30/17 Herbert J. Smith 5/5/17 Ida W. Smith 5/22/17 Maryann H. Smith 7/16/17 Willard W. Smith 7/17/17 Wallace W. Smith, Jr. 6/11/17 Alice D. Smolkovich 7/10/17 Harry Wayne Snyder 5/15/17
Robert W. Snyder 6/30/17 Frank D. Sopko 6/7/17 Joseph M. Sorokacs 6/2/17 Margie Sourwine 6/28/17 Marshall P. Sowers 6/2/17 Daniel J. Staab 5/18/17 Suzanne Start 5/17/17 Joy Stephens 5/28/17 Judith Stettmier 6/14/17 Albina Stilz 6/7/17 Dorothy I. Stoops 7/5/17 Marian J. Sullivan 6/7/17 Ray N. Sweesy, Jr. 5/5/17 Norma Jean Talkowski 8/5/17 Frederick H. Teets 5/4/17 Jacqueline P. Testa 6/30/17 Eileen A. Thomas 6/24/17 Elda M. Todeschini 5/11/17 Mary A. Tomasello 7/26/17 Charles Toy 8/9/17 Gertrude Trofka 6/10/17 Andrew Trombulak 7/6/17 Ann E. Valler 7/5/17 Lillian Vance 5/31/17 JoAnn L. Vansca 7/13/17 Henry H. VanTine, Sr. 7/23/17 James Vaughn, Jr. 6/30/17 George A. Veres 7/1/17 Warren A. Vidt 6/23/17 Nancy L. Voss 7/12/17 Edward H. Walker 5/16/17 Wallace W. Warner 7/5/17 Luvina Wasson 6/29/17 Allen Curtis Watts 5/31/17 Thelma L. Webeck 5/20/17 Rev. Reinhold Kuno Weber 8/5/17 Gloria B. Weis 5/16/17 Barbara West 5/10/17 Lynn Westerman White 7/22/17 Edward N. Wilson, Sr. 5/2/17 Donald J. Winczewski 6/8/17 Howard E. Wine, Sr. 6/21/17 Hetty M. Wogan 5/2/17 Joan Wolfe 6/15/17 Marlyn D. Woodside 5/4/17 Donald C. Wulff 6/11/17 5/17/17 Mary Yakima Enid Yaworsky 7/11/17 Douglas R. Young 6/6/17 Onilee Young 5/22/17 Robert D. Zahner 7/6/17 June A. Zembrzuski 7/16/17 Annamarie Zimmer 6/5/17 Eric M. Zimmerman 7/17/17 Peter P. Zivic, Jr. 5/17/17
“My presence shall go with you, and I will give you rest.” – Exodus 33:14 September 2017 - 19
NEWS / NOTES September 2017
Concordia’s 14th Annual Golf Classic a Record Breaker Concordia Lutheran Ministries fielded 212 golfers at its 14th Annual Golf Classic at Treesdale Golf and Country Club on Monday, July 10 - the largest number in its history. A record 80 sponsors participated in this charity event, donating to the Good Samaritan Endowment Fund, which underwrites confidential charitable care for residents and patients who have limited or exhausted financial means. More than $106,000 was raised. SEI Investments served as Signature Sponsor for the fifth consecutive year, and Mike Kelly from SEI was on hand as a guest of honor (pictured below with Concordia CEO Keith Frndak and representatives from Arnett Carbis Toothman Jeff Petrell and Brandon Harlon). The first place team, captained by Rev. Brennan Gaertner, turned in an impressive 18-under-par, besting the second place team by three strokes.
Picture-Perfect Day at Summer Festival The popular River City Brass headlined the entertainment on Sunday, July 30 at the 136th Annual Summer Festival with an excellent show of big band standards and classics. ComboNation and The Chiodi Trio provided the audience with jazz and bluegrass sets. A special choir of 80+ Concordia employees opened the worship service with “Great Is Thy Faithfulness.” Special guest preacher Rev. Dr. Jamison Hardy, (pictured) current President and Bishop of the LCMS English 20 - Faith in Caring
District and former Concordia Board Member, provided a dynamic message. After the service, Concordia President and CEO Keith Frndak presented a quick “State of Concordia” update to those in attendance and asked the longest-tenured festival-goers to stand up… one Haven II resident, Bernice Hook, has attended 85 years. A couple hundred kids enjoyed free food, the fishing derby and other activities. Nearly 750 meals were served with the chicken and brisket in high demand. Special thanks to all of our guests, volunteers and staff for a wonderful day!
Concordia at Sumner Takes Home 13 Ribbons at Senior Living Art & Writing Show Concordia at Sumner residents won 13 ribbons in various categories at the recent Leading Age Region 5 Resident Art & Writing Show held in Canton. Eleven of those were first, second or third place awards in a variety of categories. According to Emily Dorland, Independent Living Program Coordinator, Concordia at Sumner received the most ribbons of any of the communities in our region. First place ribbons went to retirement living residents Lidia Schlosser, Judy Lasher and Barbara J. Williams. Sarah Wright, Lidia Schlosser, Barbara J. Williams and Charles Pearcy from the Health Center won second place ribbons. Third place winners included David Fielder, Bill Barnes, Judy Lasher and Helen Jenkins. A couple of Honorable Mentions were awarded to Cecelia Peddle and Virginia Greenwalt, completing the roster of placed artists. Schlosser and Williams took home the most notable ribbons. Ninety-four year old Schlosser, a retired nurse, won for her submissions in
2017 EVENTS the categories of Wearable Arts and Woven Arts. She has lived at Sumner for 14 years. Lasher was selected for a blue Ice Cuff in the Jewelry category and for a piece called “Cats in the Garden” in the category of Small Quilted Works. Her husband, Edward, submitted “Concordia Sunrise” in the photography category. The pieces that were awarded first, second or third place ribbons will be displayed in Columbus at the state show in September.
Good Samaritan Hospice Memorial Walk September 30, 1-3 p.m. Saxony Farm
Kids Grief Camp Attracts More than 100 Camp Erin Pittsburgh, the grief camp for children and teens sponsored by Good Samaritan Hospice, The Moyer Foundation and YMCA Camp Kon-O-Kwee, hosted 101 campers from June 9 through 11 – 66 of whom were first-time campers. The children and teens who attended ranged from age 6 - 17 years old. They could have experienced the death of any significant person in their lifetime; however, the majority of the campers who attended this year experienced the death of a parent. The theme of camp this year was “Growing Stronger Together” in which campers and 75 volunteers took part in nature-related programming to help facilitate the education of reconciliation needs of bereaved children and teens.
New Award Announced at Annual Donor Luncheon More than 80 members of Concordia’s Legacy Society and their guests joined Concordia Lutheran Ministries leadership and Parent Board members for the annual Legacy Society Appreciation Luncheon, held Tuesday, June 13 at the Butler Country Club. This year’s keynote address was delivered by Eleanor Schwalm, widow of the former Cabot administrator Horst Schwalm. Eleanor, who turned 95 in March, brought both conviction and humor to her speech on the life lessons Concordia has instilled in her. Nobody is a more authentic voice than
Concordia Oktoberfest October 7, 4-8 p.m. Concordia at Cabot
Fourth Annual Camp Erin Purse Gala November 8, 6:30 p.m. The Lexus Club at PNC Park
Holiday Bazaar
Tuesday, December 5, 10 a.m. Concordia of the South Hills
Fifth Annual Live Nativity December 10, 5 p.m. Concordia at Cabot
For more information on any of these events, please contact the Public Relations Department at 724-352-1571, ext. 8266 or visit the Events & News page at www.concordialm.org.
NEWS / NOTES Eleanor, who has resided at Concordia for nearly half her life! To honor her dedication, President & CEO Keith Frndak announced the creation of a new award: The Horst & Eleanor Schwalm Faith In Caring Award. This honor will be presented each spring at the annual Volunteer Awards Luncheon and will recognize the volunteer(s) who – like the Schwalms – have gone truly above and beyond in giving their time and talent to ensure Concordia’s legacy of service to others remains strong. The CLM Foundation office (724-352-1571, ext. 8363) can assist you in a simple, non-binding enrollment into the Legacy Society. If you are not already a Legacy Society member but have planned to include Concordia in your estate, please let us know so we may better thank you and recognize you if you’d like.
Concordia Fashion Show Impresses Once Again in 2017 Concordia’s 12th Annual Fashion Show, Butterfly Bash, was held on Saturday, May 20 in the expansive Butler Country Club. This year’s fundraiser included butterfly-themed favors, a basket auction (49 baskets), 157 sold-out mystery bags, a variety of vendors and a fashion show highlighting looks from Boscov’s and Christopher & Banks. The fashion show models were 11 of Concordia’s own residents, employees and friends. Thank you to the committee for the countless hours spent on plans and preparations as well as the many residents, staff, church members and community and family members who supported this event. This event contributed around $15,000 in donations towards the Good Samaritan Endowment Fund.
Concordia Havens Invites Public to Free Entertainment Returning to the Haven I Dining Room on Friday, September 22 at 2 p.m. is the popular Christian ventriloquist comedian Ryan & Friends. He and his friends, eight-year-old Jeffrey who lives in a suitcase in Ryan’s SUV; Harold and Irene, old folks with more opinions than average grandparents; Ardy the Skunk; and Tiffany, a giggly blond teenager, provide clean, uplifting comedy for all ages. On Tuesday, October 17 at 7 p.m., we welcome The Ferla-Marcinizyn Guitar Duo. The Post Gazette reports “they compile what is easily the most diverse set list in town.” James Ferla, a two-time Pittsburgh Concert Society awardee, teaches guitar at Pitt and CMU and has performed with the Pittsburgh Symphony. A Ph.D. in music composition and theory, John Marcinizyn plays acoustic and electric guitar, banjo and also teaches at local universities. To make a reservation or for more information, please call Lynn Turner at 724352-1571, ext. 8518.
Open House Events at Concordia Haven Apartments The Havens in Cabot invite persons interested in learning more about Concordia’s brand of worry-free living to Open House events on Sunday, November 19 and Monday, November 20 from 1-3 p.m. Registration is preferred, but not required. Contact Haven Admissions Counselor Peggy Trettel at 724-352-5378 or register online at www.concordialm.org/events-news. For more information on retirement living at Concordia visit www.concordialm.org.
Concordia of the South Hills Recipient of Talbots Charity Event Calling all shoppers. Wednesday, September 13 is Concordia of the South Hills (CSH) Day at Talbots in The Galleria of Mt. Lebanon. Talbots and Concordia of the South Hills invite the public to a Fashionable Fundraiser, a day of shopping – all for a good cause. Ten percent of pre-tax sales will be donated to the CSH Caring Fund which underwrites confidential charitable care for residents and patients who have limited
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Concordia Lutheran Ministries Guide to Services or exhausted financial means. Ina Silver, Director of Community Life, will serve as hostess from 1–3 p.m. at the store located at 1500 Washington Road. Store hours are 10 a.m.–9 p.m.
Concordia Releases Article/Infographic on Managing Caregiver Stress For more tips and other regularly updated helpful, fun and informational articles, videos and photo galleries, visit the Concordia Blog at www.concordialm.org/blog.
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Oktoberfest 2017
Saturday, October 7, 4 - 8 p.m. Haven I
For your Enjoyment: German Band, Hayrides For your Appetite: German-Themed Menu For your Kids: Face Painting, Bouncy Castle, Pumpkin Painting and much more For your Curiosity: Haven 1 Open House
Zambelli Fireworks, 7:45 p.m. Bake & Rummage Sales. For more information call 724-352-1571, ext. 8266 www.concordialm.org Haven I - 112 Marwood Rd., Cabot, PA 16023