Topeka Presbyterian Manor
“ Easy Street” by Bob Giffin, Topeka Presbyterian Manor Chaplain OCTOBER 2022
Presbyterian Manor shares mission with local senior organization Shepherd’s Center of Topeka is “committed to helping seniors remain active by offering educational, social, physical, and spiritual programs.” That makes the organization a natural partner for Topeka Presbyterian Manor. In August, John Tadlock and his staff created dozens of charcuterie Executive Director boxes for an Adventures in Learning program. Christie Patrick and Danica Loftin, marketing director, spoke to more than 100 Shepherd’s Center members gathered for their monthly Adventures in Learning Program. “We enjoy partnering with other organizations in the Topeka area,” Christie said. “It’s also a pleasure to connect with seniors in our community who are committed to lifelong learning, which is a value we share at Presbyterian Manor.” John Tadlock, director of dining services for Topeka Presbyterian Manor, received a shout-out in the Shepherd’s Center newsletter for the “wonderful boxes of assorted cheese, meat and vegetables” he prepared for the attendees. Shepherd’s Center – continued on page 3
Bob Giffin
Friends of mine, until they moved, lived on Easy Street – honest to goodness! I had thought that such a place was just wishful thinking but there they were – literally living on Easy Street. On the outside looking in, it may appear that all of our friends and co-workers are living the dream on Easy Street. Sometimes it appears that way because of the stress in our own lives. Relationships get rough, finances falter, health hurts, or work wearies. From time to time stress happens to everyone. Not all stress is bad for us. Some stress helps us get through our tough assignments or circumstances. However, left
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