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Conestoga Valley MAY 22, 2019

IN THIS ISSUE: PATRIOTIC PROGRAM WILL COMMEMORATE MEMORIAL DAY page 9

SERVING THE LOCAL COMMUNITIES SINCE 1954

VOL LV • NO 25

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CHICKEN BARBECUE

The Lancaster Center of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, 2270 Old Philadelphia Pike, Lancaster, will hold its annual chicken barbecue on Saturday, June 8. Meals and chicken only will be available from 10 a.m. until sold out. The cost of a meal will include a half-chicken, a potato, applesauce, a roll, a snack, and water. For more information, contact 717-207-9822 or lcdhh@bdhhs.org or visit www.bdhhs.org. VBS PROGRAM

Ebenezer Evangelical Congregational Church, School Lane and State Street, Brownstown, will hold a vacation Bible school (VBS) with the theme “Roar!” on Monday, June 10, through Friday, June 14, from 6:15 to 8 p.m. each day. Classes will be available for 4-year-olds to high-schoolers. The week will feature songs, crafts, games, snacks and Bible stories. For more information and to preregister, visit www.ebenezerecc.com or call 717-656-7570. ANNUAL FUNDRAISER

will hold its “Celebrating HOPE” event on Thursday, May 30, at 6 p.m. Attendees will hear from global leaders, reflect on the progress made toward ending extreme poverty, and pray for families still facing great need. The winners of HOPE’s 14th annual Thurman Award will also be honored. Fore more information or to register, readers may visit www.hopeinternational.org. FREE MEAL

Leacock Presbyterian Church, 3181 Lincoln Highway East, Paradise, will host a free hot meal for the community on Thursday, May 30. Dinner will be served from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. in the handicapped-accessible Smith Fellowship Hall. The menu will feature spaghetti, meatballs, tossed salad, applesauce, garlic and plain bread, and desserts. Call 717-687-6619 for additional information.

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CVHS Prepares For Commencement Exercises By Ann Mead Ash

When more than 320 members of the Conestoga Valley High School (CVHS) Class of 2019 graduate at Calvary Church, 1051 Landis Valley Road, Lancaster, at 7 p.m. on Thursday, May 30, Jenna Erb and Aviona Saunders will be prepared to address the classmates, family, and school staff members gathered for the ceremony. Both speakers were selected by audition. Erb, daughter of Steve and Deb Erb of Lancaster, said that her speech will examine the growth that can accompany a time of failure. “Failure can build and challenge us,” said Erb. “When we get back up, we can chase after more opportunities.” Erb noted that those who have struggled can use what they have learned to be supportive of others. “(My speech) will focus on not only challenging yourself, but giving yourself a

break and understanding your limits so you can best serve others,” she shared. At CVHS, Erb has served as president of National Honor Society and as a member of Tri-M Music Honor Society. Erb is also a member of Student Council and the FOCUS Christian group leadership team. She has participated in drama performances and several vocal ensembles throughout her high school career. In the fall, Erb plans to attend Lancaster Bible College to study clinical mental health counseling, along with biblical studies. She plans to eventually pursue a master’s degree with plans to become a licensed counselor. Saunders, daughter of Nicole Saunders of Leola, said that her speech will focus on how past experiences and changes do not have to determine one’s future. “Just because you have gone through changes … you don’t have to let them set you back,” said Saunders. At school, See CVHS Commencement pg 5

Leola Church To House Addiction Recovery Services By Ann Mead Ash

According to Samuel Mwangi, a licensed addictions counselor, all addictions are centered in the brain of an individual. “It’s about stimulation of the brain, and it’s a matter of learning different skills for each person depending on their situation,” said Mwangi. “Drugs (of choice) come into play from a physiological perspective, but we (at CCARS) deal with addiction as a whole.” Mwangi is the lead counselor at CCARS (Community Care and Addiction Recovery Services), one of the few licensed establishments offering addiction counseling in the northern and See CCARS pg 6

Ready to welcome clients to the new CCARS (Community Care and Addiction Recovery Services) office at Conestoga Church of the Brethren in Leola are (from left) pastor Jere Cassel and his wife, Juanita, and counselor Samuel Mwangi. The new counseling center opened in April.

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Aviona Saunders (left) and Jenna Erb will both represent the Conestoga Valley High School Class of 2019 when they speak at the school’s graduation ceremony, which will be held at Calvary Church on May 30. More than 320 seniors will take part in the commencement exercises.

Heritage Day Moves Across Campus By Ann Mead Ash

When Fairmount holds its 15th annual Heritage Day on Saturday, June 1, the change from the last event will be obvious to attendees. “We are across the street this year,” explained Peter Passage, stewardship director at Fairmount. Fairmount will hold the 2019 Heritage Day celebration at 1100 Farm Crest Drive, Ephrata, rather than at the former location because that ground is now the site of the 45-unit Wheat Ridge apartment building, which is still under

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construction. Heritage Day, which will be held rain or shine, pays homage to the things of yesteryear, including vintage farm See Heritage Day pg 3

A petting zoo, plenty of food, and antique cars and tractors will be featured at the 15th annual Heritage Day, which will be held at Fairmount on June 1. This year’s event will take place at 1100 Farm Crest Drive, Ephrata, because the previous location is currently under construction. Heritage Day pays homage to the traditions and crafts of yesteryear.

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