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APRIL 8, 2020
IN THIS ISSUE: GROUPS LAUNCH RESPONSE FUND page 2
SERVING THE LOCAL COMMUNITIES SINCE 1954
VOL LXI • NO 12
HE IS RISEN! Thank You A Sincere
To Our Community Of Heroes!
Stay Connected And Support Your Local Businesses! • Purchase a gift card to be used at a later date • Order takeout • Tip a little more than usual • Take advantage of curbside pickup/drop-off services
• Share a positive experience/review on social media • Use credit or debit cards (cut down on the germs from cash and coins) • Be patient • Say thank you • Stay home if you’re sick • Sign up for virtual community experiences/ activities
Staving Off Cabin Fever
An Opportunity To Share Joy
By Ann Mead Ash
It’s often said that every challenge is an opportunity - an opportunity to grow, to encourage, to be compassionate, to give, to make others smile. Even in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, we at the Merchandiser have noticed countless community members embracing this concept, and we’d love to see more! We’re giving you an opportunity to share your joy by submitting ways you or others are figuratively turning lemons into lemonade. What fun activities have you done with your kids? What made you smile today? What constructive hobbies have you found to help you adjust to recent life changes? What has someone else done - knowingly or unknowingly that has blessed you or encouraged you? Tell your experiences at www.face book.com/townlively. Pictures and videos are welcome! Some stories will be chosen to be highlighted in a future issue of the Merchandiser and on townlively.com.
Since Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf ordered a statewide shutdown on March 16, those who found themselves at home - with or without children may be struggling to fill the hours in quarantine. Mary Bauer, founder of Lucky Dawg Animal Rescue, based in Chester County, has not hesitated to see the value in the hours. “Take advantage of the quarantine and get some fresh air and exercise with your dog,” said Bauer, who recommended throwing a ball or flying disc or working on basic training techniques. Those without pets to play with also have a variety of options for staving off cabin fever. Time online can be productive for both children and adults, so consider searching the internet for See Cabin Fever pg 2
The members of the Troxell family of Mount Joy, including (clockwise from left) Charli, Charlie, and Alli, played four-square together during a recent day off from school. The Troxell children attend Dayspring Christian Academy in Mountville. Families are encouraged to find safe, fun activities to do together while many of their other activities may be on hiatus.
Counselor Offers Advice For Dealing With Stress
Using Civil Engineering To Impact Eternity
Some of the most popular horror movies and literary thrillers have been built around the concept of pandemics. Part of the enjoyment of those forms of entertainment comes from the ability to watch the devastation unfold without being in danger oneself. But now, due to the coronavirus, pandemic is no longer just an issue experienced through a screen or the pages of a book. “In order to contain the spread of COVID-19, the United States government has directed its citizens and occupants to follow specific protocols that tend to paint somewhat of a grim scenario,” related Kathleen M. Brown, a mental health counselor with New Hope Community Life Ministry in Quarryville. “This type of stress throws us off balance, affecting our daily activities, such as eating habits, thinking See Dealing With Stress pg 4
“It will stretch you and sometimes make you uncomfortable, but it will be a life-changing experience,” shared Jim Boyer, speaking about mission work with Friends In Action (FIA), such as his recent short-term trip to the Pacific island country of Vanuatu. Boyer, who is currently the president and managing principal at David Miller/Associates Inc. in Lancaster, has more than 30 years of engineering experience. With headquarters in Middletown, FIA supports mission work in areas of limited infrastructure worldwide by using construction projects and other practical service to spread the message See Friends In Action pg 3
Kathleen M. Brown
Lancaster resident Jim Boyer (center) traveled to Vanuatu in late 2019 with Friends In Action, a Middletownbased organization that supports mission work in areas of limited infrastructure worldwide by using construction projects and practical service to spread the message of the Gospel.
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