PNO June 2023 newsletter

Phi Nu Omega Chapter

January

Volume 13, Issue 6 June 2023

Chartered

29, 2000

2023 EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

Past Basilei

v Sharon Worthy

v Kimberly Armstrong

v Michelle Thomas

v Lona Gordon

v Kimberly Walker

v Yvonne Jones

v Theresta Lanier

Kirstin Riddick President LaToya Kearns Vice President

Minyon Palmer Vice Secretary Sydney Hannah-Holliday Secretary Essence Mitchell Financial Secretary Danielle Bridgeforth Chaplain Lisa Heath Correspondence Secretary Dawn Marcelle Member-At-Large Aliya Robinson Historian Saunji Fyffe Sergeant-At-Arms Deirdre Miles Ivy Leaf Reporter Courtney Walker Treasurer Karen Davis Miller Parliamentarian

2023 Phi Nu Omega Chapter Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc

God is still God!

But there is a God in heaven who reveals secrets… (Daniel 2:28a NLT)

Listen, I have one simple thought upon which I want you to focus. Here it is: God is still God. There are so many situations and voices trying to grab our attention these days. There are concerns about our health and safety and constant reminders of the racial and gender inequality and injustices in our world. If we are not careful, we can become convinced that God is not who God says that God is. Nevertheless, despite the challenge, difficulty, and seeming endlessness of certain situations, the truth we know about God yet stands.

God is still doing the miraculous. God is still opening the right doors and closing the wrong doors. God is still healing ALL MANNER of sin, sickness, and disease. God is still undoing, redoing, and outdoing. God still has all power. God is still love. God is still loving us at our most unlovable point and forgiving us of things for which we cannot forgive ourselves. God is still bigger than any obstacle you will ever face. God is in your right now and God will be in your tomorrow. God is still working. God is still our hope. God is still keeping promises. God is still restoring marriages. God is still providing and making a way out of no way. God is still breaking chains and setting people free. God is still reconciling relationships. God is still seeking and saving those who are lost, confused, and disappointed. God is still speaking. God is still listening. God is still comforting. God is still answering prayers. God is still birthing new life. God is still fulfilling dreams. God is still able. God can still be trusted. God is still God. Jesus is still Lord. God still loves you and has a plan for your life. Fix your eyes on Jesus. God is still good. God. Is. Still. God.

Be not dismayed whate’er betide, God will take care of you! Beneath His wings of love abide, God will take care of you! God will take care of you, through every day o’er all the way; He will take care of you; God will take care of you!

A Father’s Day Poem

You’ve been my inspiration, Through all the years gone by. The person I look up to, It’s easy to see why.

Your inner strength is boundless, There’s nothing you can’t do. You continue to amaze me, Just by being you.

Your presence is a comfort, You need not say a word. Just by being there for me, The silent words are heard.

You’ve played your part Throughout my life, Gave everything you had, I want to say I love you, My inspiration, My friend, My Dad. Author Unknown

Men’s Health Month encourages men and boys to take charge of their health by making healthy lifestyle decisions. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 13.2% of men aged 18 and over are in fair or poor health.

Here are some tips to help men take control of their overall health and wellness.

Get regular checkups. Talk to your doctor or healthcare professional about having a physical or wellness check each year. Monitor your blood pressure, cholesterol, glucose, and weight to catch potentially dangerous conditions early and get proper care, if needed. You can also use the MyHealthfinder tool to get personalized preventive services recommendations.

Eat a healthy diet. Choose vegetables, fruits, whole grains, high -fiber foods, and lean sources of protein. Limit foods high in saturated and trans fats and avoid foods with added sugar and sodium. Refer to MyPlate to find out exactly how much and what foods you need based on your height, weight, age, and physical activity level.

Be active . Any activity is better than no activity. You can stay motivated by choosing physical activities you enjoy. Visit the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Move Your Way Activity Planner to set goals and get personalized tips to help you stay motivated.

Avoid smoking and exposure to secondhand smoke . Quitting smoking improves your health and reduces your risk of heart disease, cancer, lung disease, and other smokingrelated illnesses.

Limit alcohol consumption . Limiting alcohol can reduce your risk of long -term health risks. Check out the CDC’s Dietary Guidelines for Alcohol for more information.

Manage stress. Taking steps to reduce stress can lower your risk of other conditions like heart disease, obesity, high -blood pressure, and depression.

Happy Pride Month

June is Pride Month! Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc ® is proud to recognize the members of LGBTQIA+ community and honor their contributions this month, and beyond. #P ride M onth

7 Tips for Sun Safety

Summer is a time to relax and unwind with friends and family. And it usually means fun in the sun. Are you taking steps to protect your skin?

Did you know?

Ultraviolet (UV) rays – from the sun and other sources like tanning beds – are the #1 cause of skin cancer. Too much exposure can also cause sunburn, eye damage and wrinkles.

Sun safety tips:

It’s important to wear sunscreen. But sunscreen may not always be enough. Try combining any of the following tips to find a method that works for you. These steps can help you protect your skin, even on overcast days:

• Avoid or limit your time in the sun.

• Wear sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) of at least 30.

• Apply sunscreen 30 minutes before going outside. Reapply every 2 hours or after swimming or sweating.

• Stay in the shade when the sun is the strongest (between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.)

• Cover up with clothing.

• Wear a hat and sunglasses.

• Make sure you do not burn.

• Source American Cancer Society

Sorors Out & About

On June 3, Phi Nu Omega sorors hosted a Shop and Swap at Lubber Run Community Center. Soror Daria Finley facilitated swapping activities and a lively round of Mingle Bingo. Sorors shopped among a variety of items from skin care to apparel and housewares. It was truly a ton of fun!

Attending Sorors with some of the swapped items

Sorors Essence, Daria and Kirstin

Phi Nu Omega Soror Squads are off to a running start! Our Movie & Theatre Squad has been busy in the streets with several movies under their belt.

Movie Squad Sorors Minyon and Romana out for custard after seeing The Little Mermaid in its opening weekend.

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Soror Latoya Patterson Smith at the NOVA NPHC cookout Picture of Sorors Essence, Minton, Karen and Kirstin at NOVA NPHC Cookout. Pictured:

During the month of June Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. members were encouraged to spend $19.08 weekly to support black-owned business. Sorors wore PINK, spent GREEN, and bought BLACK. We are soaring to greater economic impact.

As we get ready to celebrate Independence Day, many of us plan to attend fireworks displays, a backyard picnic, or perhaps enjoy fun at the beach. The American Red Cross offers these tips so you can enjoy a fun -packed, safe holiday.

FIREWORKS SAFETY

The safest way to enjoy fireworks is to attend a public firework show put on by professionals. Stay at least 500 feet away from the show. Many states outlaw most fireworks. Leave any area immediately where untrained amateurs are using fireworks. If you are setting fireworks off at home, follow these safety steps:

1. Never give fireworks to small children, and never throw or point a firework toward people, animals, vehicles, structures or flammable materials. Always follow the instructions on the packaging.

2. Keep a supply of water close by as a precaution.

3. Make sure the person lighting fireworks always wears eye protection.

4. Light only one firework at a time and never attempt to relight "a dud."

5. Store fireworks in a cool, dry place away from children and pets.

PICNIC SAFETY

1. Wash your hands before preparing the food.

2. Don’t leave food out in the hot sun. Keep perishable foods in a cooler with plenty of ice or freezer gel packs.

3. If you are going to cook on the grill, never grill indoors. Keep the grill out in the open, away from the house, the deck, tree branches or anything that could catch fire.

4. Always supervise the grill when in use. Don’t add charcoal starter fluid when coals have already been ignited. Use the longhandled tools especially made for cooking on the grill to keep the chef safe.

5. Make sure everyone, including pets, stays away from the grill.

BEACH SAFETY

Watch the weather and get out of the water at the first sign of lightning or the rumble of thunder. Stay indoors and away from water for 30 minutes after the last lightning flashes or thunder roars.

1. Plan ahead for aquatic activities: Swim only at a beach with a lifeguard, within the designated swimming area. Obey all instructions and orders from lifeguards and ask them about local condition

2. Always designate a “water watcher” whose sole responsibility is to keep a close eye and constant attention on everyone in and around the water until the next water watcher takes over

3. Children, inexperienced swimmers, and all boaters should wear properly fitted U.S. Coast Guard -approved life jackets.

4. Protect your neck – don’t dive in headfirst. Walk carefully into open waters. Watch out for and avoid aquatic life.

5. If you are caught in a rip current, stay calm and don’t fight it. Swim parallel to the shore until you are out of the current. Then, turn and swim to shore. If you can't swim to shore, float or tread water until you are free of the rip current and then head toward shore. Draw attention to yourself by waving and calling for help.