The Parish Visitor of
Aug. 17 – Aug. 31, 2008 Volume LXIV No. 14 Church Office: 508-832-3427
Pastor: The Rev. Ed Voosen:
508-832-6667: voosen@charter.net Pastoral Asst.: The Rev. Robert Fenby: 508-721-9096
Secretary:
Ann Spinner: Email: contact@bethelauburn.org Homepage: http://www.bethelauburn.org/
PLEASE
All donations to the Building Fund go directly to pay
Mortgage Principal – reducing our debt and freeing more funds for ministry
Hawaiian shirt
is any
sunday the predicted high TEMPERATURE is over 85°or the RELATIVE humidity is high
Be aware on
very hot Sundays the Worship
Leaders may not
be wearing traditional vestments.
SUNDAYS: Aug. 17,
24, 31 and Sept. 7
WORSHIP TIMES will be at 8 &
9:15 am
A Children’s message at every service
A 5 minute Hymn Sing precedes each Sunday Service
WEDNESDAY at 5:30pm in the Chapel
Your Congregation Council is pleased to announce the appointment of 3 additions to
the Bethel Nursery School Staff: Christine
Young, Director; Shannon Papandrea, Lunch Bunch Teacher. And
Diana Day, Lunch Bunch Teacher. They brings experience
and energy to our church preschool and we are blessed to have them here.
ABOUT THE FAITH MEETING
Pastor Ed will lead an "About the Faith" meeting on Sunday, Sept.
21 at 11:30am (in his office).
He will review the basic beliefs of the Church and answer
questions about the
HELP needed at 9:15AM SERVICE
We are
now attempting to make schedules and plans for the Fall and need more
volunteers! Specifically
We are in need of volunteers for Bakers, Deacons, and Lectors at the
9:15 service; ushers at all services,
communion bread bakers, and we only
have one person signed up to make Sunday
morning coffee. please contact the Office
at 508-832-3427 or contact@bethelauburn.org. if you can help!!!
Additional funds given
since our last Visitor
John & Lynn Keany, Pam
&
An Additional $335.00- bringing our
total to $825.00
Total Number of
Gifts to date: 15
Thank you to all who donated!
RALLY
DAY - Sept
14
WORSHIP returns
to
8, 9:15
& 10:30am
On Rally Sunday all Sunday School students will sit with
their classes for the first 10-15 minutes of the 9:15 service and then go with their
teachers to their own classrooms for an icebreaker activity and the first
lesson of the year.
INVITE YOUR FRIENDS TO WORSHIP
ON THIS DAY OF RECOMMITMENT
SUNDAY SCHOOL REGISTRATION
Registration forms for 2008-2009 school year have not been
mailed but are available at the Christian Education Bulletin Board in the
office lobby. Completed forms should be left in the folder on the bulletin
board. You may also mail your form if that is more convenient for you. Please
register your child/children as soon as possible so planning can begin. Thank
you!
CONFIRMATION CLASSES 2008-2009
PARENTS OF 7th, 8th & 9th
GRADERS
I urge you to enroll your child in our Confirmation program –your congregation
can do little of real effectiveness without your full support. We need you as the role models for your
child! Classes will be held Wednesdays
from 6:30 – 8:00pm in the Chapel.
All
7th, 8th & 9th * graders and parents are
expected to come to the Confirmation Parent/Youth
night Wednesday, Sept. 10 - 6:30 to 8:00pm. THE
SCHEDULE
6:30pm – General Confirmation Info (in the Nave)
7:00pm – Acolyte Training (in the Nave)
7:30pm –NEW YOUTH GROUP info (in the Parish Hall). Ice Cream Sundaes for all.
In Christ,
Pastor
YOUTH WHO ATTENDED CONFIR-CAMP 2008
A Confirmation
“SMART
DISCIPLINE” program coming to
On Wednesday night, October 1st,
The
two-hour workshop is open to parents and grandparents of children of all ages,
as well as caregivers and teachers. Anyone who feels they may benefit from this
program is welcome to attend.
Whether you are experiencing
too much quarreling, whining, sassing or disrespect, Smart Discipline has
helped parents learn how to manage child behavior with effective discipline
techniques. Imagine no longer having to raise your voice, nag or at times want
to scream. Sounds like a dream come
true, doesn’t it?
Smart
Discipline has worked with more than 2,000 churches in its 20 plus years and it
should prove to be an enlightening experience for us here at
You can read more about the
program at www.smartdiscipline.com, including testimonials, stories, and
references.
The cost is $12 per person and
the presentation is open to the general public. More information will follow
soon regarding the time, but save the date! If you are a parent you don’t want
to miss this!
Please
email Dawn Masakowski at dmfuton@charter.net
if you are interested in helping out with the event or you have more questions,
and mark your calendars for Wednesday, October 1st!
INTERFAITH HOSPITALITY NETWORK:
Thanks for all your donated items and to all who volunteered their time hosting
and providing meals for the families! Your prayers and support for
those facing homelessness are greatly appreciated! Many thanks!
FOOD BOX: Please
remember to drop donations into our Food Box in Narthex. All donations
will be brought to Auburn Youth & Family Services. This program
provides much needed food to our
SOCIAL
MINISTRY ANNUAL BAKE
NEXT
MEETING: TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 4TH AT 6PM IN THE CHAPEL. ALL ARE
WELCOME! COME HEAR MORE ABOUT THE PROGRAMS SOCIAL MINISTRY SUPPORTS AND
HOW YOU CAN HELP!
BETHEL HEALTH
MINISTRY
a Blood
pressure clinic will be held SEPTEMBER 7th (the first Sunday of month) at 8:45 and
10:15am.
After we return to the regular worship schedule they will be held the first
Sunday of each month at 8:45 and 10am.
Heat Stress in the Elderly
Elderly people (that is, people aged 65 years and older) are more prone
to heat stress than younger people for several reasons:
·
Elderly
people do not adjust as well as young people to sudden changes in temperature.
·
They
are more likely to have a chronic medical condition that upsets normal body
responses to heat.
·
They
are more likely to take prescription medicines that impair the body's ability
to regulate its temperature or that inhibit perspiration.
Heat stroke is the most serious heat-related illness. It occurs when the body becomes
unable to control its temperature: the body's temperature rises rapidly, the
body loses its ability to sweat, and it is unable to cool down. Body temperatures
rise to 106°F or higher within 10 to 15 minutes. Heat stroke can cause death or
permanent disability if emergency treatment is not provided.
Signs
and Symptoms of Heat Stroke
Warning signs vary but may
include the following:
·
An
extremely high body temperature (above 103°F) Red, hot, and dry skin (no sweating)
·
Rapid,
strong pulse
·
Throbbing
headache, Dizziness, Nausea
Heat exhaustion is a milder form of heat-related illness that can develop after several days
of exposure to high temperatures and inadequate or unbalanced replacement of fluids.
Signs
and Symptoms of Heat Exhaustion
Warning signs vary but may include the following:
·
Heavy
sweating, Paleness, Muscle Cramps
·
Tiredness,
Weakness, Dizziness
·
Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Fainting
·
Skin:
may be cool and moist
·
Pulse
rate: fast and weak
·
Breathing:
fast and shallow
What
You Can Do to Protect Yourself
You can follow these prevention
tips to protect yourself from heat-related stress:
·
Drink
cool, nonalcoholic beverages. (If your doctor generally limits the amount of
fluid you drink or has you on water pills, ask him how much you should drink
when the weather is hot. Also, avoid extremely cold liquids because they can
cause cramps.)
·
Rest.
Take a cool shower, bath, or sponge bath.
·
If
possible, seek an air-conditioned environment. (consider visiting an
air-conditioned shopping mall or public library to cool off.)
·
Wear
lightweight clothing.
·
If
possible, remain indoors in the heat of the day.
·
Do
not engage in strenuous activities.
What
You Can Do to Help Protect Elderly Relatives and Neighbors
If you have elderly relatives or
neighbors, you can help them protect themselves from heat-related stress:
·
Visit
older adults at risk at least twice a day and watch for signs of heat
exhaustion or heat stroke.
·
Take
them to air-conditioned locations if they have transportation problems.
·
Make
sure older adults have access to an electric fan whenever possible.
What
You Can Do for Someone With Heat Stress
If you see any signs of severe
heat stress, you may be dealing with a life-threatening emergency. Have someone
call for immediate medical assistance while you begin cooling the affected
person. Do the following:
·
Get
the person to a shady area.
·
Cool
the person rapidly, using whatever methods you can. For example, immerse the
person in a tub of cool water; place the person in a cool shower; spray the person
with cool water from a garden hose; sponge the person with cool water; or if
the humidity is low, wrap the person in a cool, wet sheet and fan him or her vigorously.
·
Monitor
body temperature and continue cooling efforts until the body temperature drops
to 101°–102°F
·
If
emergency medical personnel are delayed, call the hospital emergency room for
further instructions.
·
Do
not give the person alcohol to drink.
·
Get
medical assistance as soon as possible.
Centers for Disease Control
and Prevention,
The Church
Fair NOV. 8 9AM TO 2PM
The CHURCH FAIR is
right around the corner, & it's a good time to set aside items that can be
donated. Linens, lace, books
(but no text books, encyclopedias, or Reader's Digest, please!), handmade items (knits/crocheted,
crafts, etc.), clean yard sale items (in
good condition) such as pictures, dishes, toys, small furniture, decorative
items, holiday decorations, plants, cards, lamps, cd's & videos, small appliances,
jewelry, etc., but no clothing
(except costumes/"dress-up" clothes). We will announce when items can be dropped off at the church, on a date
closer to mid-October.
We will also be looking for MANY folks to step forward &
help out at the Fair! There are many ways in which everyone can help. We always count on
all members to bake goodies for
the Baked Goods Room (or make soups, relishes, jams, jelly, fudge, etc.,
for the Country Store), but in
addition to that, we need volunteers to
work at tables during the Fair (you need not work the entire time if
unable; just let us know what hours you can work). It's a lot of fun, & there's time for breaks to eat AND shop!
We also need folks to help in the kitchen
& dining area, preparing, serving, &/or cleaning up after the
lunch, and also with set-up the day before the fair. Set-up is all-day on
Friday, from 8:30 a.m. till 8:30 p.m. (or later), so any time that
you can help is MUCH appreciated by Michelle & Mary Anne. One last
area that is hard for us to stay on top of is SIGNS--if you happen to drive by one of our roadside signs & it
has fallen down, it would really help us (if you are able) if you could stop
& pick it up, & set it up so that it can be seen well by all
passers-by. If you are unable to pick it up, please notify Mary Anne at maoakman@aol.com.
We are also hoping to see many of
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