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Today there are a 1000 voices coming together for compassion.
I've been excited about this project from the moment it came across my Facebook feed. It's such a beautiful goal, and I thought it fit in nicely with my 2015 resolution to spread more kindness. And if the start to our 2015 hasn't opened Scotty and I up to compassion and kindness, then we need a lot of help.
In my heart and mind, compassion and kindness go hand in hand. They are one, interchangeable. Maybe that's not the way for everyone, but that's how it is for me. And so as I sat this week working on this post, I wondered how I would approach it. I had many different ideas as I readied myself for bed last night.
Then I read this post from Tamara. And I knew what I wanted to write.
Compassion is what I strive to teach my son, what, I think, all us parents strive to teach our children. But, as Tamara pointed out, it's so often the little ones who teach us. I read her post and was reminded of a time my son was a wee bit younger. We were picking out a Christmas gift for the Angel Tree and I was telling him how there are some children in the world who can't have big Christmases like ours. How we share our blessings by giving to those less fortunate. I think maybe he was four at the time.
That night at home, I walked into his room to get him ready for bed and found him wrapping some of his favorite toys in his blankets. I asked what he was doing and he said,
"Mama, I want to give these toys to the angel kids who can't have Christmas. Can we share these ones with them?"
I tried to hide my tears as I sat on his bed and praised him and his big heart. I told him we would donate his toys the next day, if he wanted to, and I helped him stack them by his bedroom door.
My heart overflowed that night.
Children are not born knowing hate or discrimination. They are not born knowing the woes of the world. They are sweet and innocent little sponges who soak up all that we show them, whether we intend it or not.
We adults have years of the world hardening our hearts, years of skepticism and judgement (however unintentional it may be) in our minds. We no longer see the world as simply as our children, but we can.
We can step back and take a lesson from those we're supposed to be teaching. We can FEEL again, and lead with open hearts. We can show compassion and kindness, it really isn't that hard. Nor does it require that much.
Buy coffee for the person behind you in line. Smile at your neighbor and ask how they are, instead of brushing by impatiently. Leave a Star Wars Valentine at random places throughout your weekend. Pass along a blender you're not using to someone who needs or wants one. Text that friend whom you haven't heard from, maybe they just need to know someone is thinking of them. Hold the door open for a stranger. Take flowers to work to brighten the office for you AND all of your coworkers. Donate to your local mission. Make sandwiches and take them to the homeless on the streets.
We can all do these things, we can all be these people. We can be the change we wish to see, we can be the hope in this worn and weary world.
We can be the little boy giving his beloved Finding Nemo and Lego toys to the less fortunate.
We can be compassion.


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Shrinkies - DIY Fun
Shrinkies - DIY Fun
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The DIY Fun set includes everything you need to make your own shrink art key rings. Place the pre-cut Shrinkies shapes on top of the suggested designs and trace with the enclosed fine tip marker. Tailor them to make your own designs with a collection of traceable fonts. Or simply draw your own designs from scratch!
Then colour your designs, pop them in the oven and watch them magically shrink to 40% of their original size, in front of your eyes! And the best bit… as your artwork shrinks the colours become more intense. Please note Adult Supervision is required for this project.
Follow the simple instructions for LOADS of fun:
1. Trace/design your own pre-cut Shrinkie
2. Colour your Shrinkie using the pencils provided
3. Pre-heat oven to 165℃ (325℉)
4. Line a baking tray. Place Shrinkie on the tray, coloured side up.
5. Bake in the oven for 2 minutes — Shrinkie will curl up as it shrinks before it flattens out again.
6. Use an oven mitt to remove tray from oven.
7. Leave for 5 minutes to cool before handling.
8. Once the Shrinkie is cool, create your own keyring with the enclosed connectors!
Each Shrinkies set includes:
• 10 pre-cut Shrinkie shapes
• 13 sheets of designs
• 3 double ended coloured pencils (6 colours)
• Fine tip marker
• 10 metal key rings/connectors
• Easy to follow instructions
Adult Supervision is required for this project.
Suitable 5+
Please allow up to six days for standard delivery ($8.95) in Australia. Alternatively, upgrade to Express Shipping ($15.OO) for next day dispatch. If your selection is not what you expected, simply contact us within 14 days of purchase to arrange an exchange. By placing your order with Juno Boutique you agree to our Terms and Conditions.

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Can anyone tell me, can I nominate more than one member of staff at a hotel in the same nomination.
My recent stay was so good, that there is more than one person I would like to nominate, and I really cannot choose between them. So I would like to nominate them all together, rather than do several individual nominations.


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It's so important to know exactly how the budget is going to impact on YOUR pocket!
As we all know, there is a certain amount of money the government so kindly allows us to earn before we must pay income tax. This is called our personal allowance.
From April 2019 that is increasing from £11,850 to £12,500. In monetary terms, as that is the threshold before we start being taxed at 20%, it means an extra £130 in your pocket each year.
There had been talks of this previously, but the chancellor has decided to introduce this a year early meaning next year this is frozen and form there on it will rise along with inflation. This means that when wages increase due to inflation you aren't forced into the next tax band.
Similarly, the next tax bracket is going up too. The previous amount of earnings before you started being taxed at 40% was £46,350. This will be increased to £50,000 so if your earnings are over that you should see the benefit of an additional £730 in your back pocket.
It's important to state at this point that for higher earning individuals your personal allowance (mentioned above) is withdrawn by £1 for every £2 of adjusted net income* earnt over £100,000. Therefore when the new personal allowance is introduced all taxpayers earning between £100,000 and £125,000 will pay tax at around 60%.
The national living wage will also see a rise of almost 5% from £7.83 to £8.21. This is effective minimum wage for anyone aged 25 or over.
Don't worry if you are too young to see this benefit as the national minimum wage rates are increasing too. The new rates will be £7.70 for 21-24 year olds, £6.15 for 18-20 year olds, £4.35 for school leavers under 18 and £3.90 for apprentices.
If you have any questions or would like to know how these new rates will affect, you please get in touch with the team today on 01482 646440.
*Adjusted net income is your total taxable income less tax reliefs you may be eligible for.


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That's what IE told me when I tried to log on to my BTYahoo mail at 15:22 GMT today.
I've not seen a warning like that before - I couldn't log on for about 15 minutes. I have a screen print of it if anyone wants to see it (if I knew how to send an attachment here!).
Has anyone else had this problem today? Is it important/relevant?
Perhaps I'm overreacting because of this thread: http://community.bt.com/t5/Other-BB-Queries/BT-email-accounts-hacked/td-p/796762
Solved! Go to Solution.
Where were you trying to access from at the time? I dont see anything on the register to point to a yahoo email outage. If you at any point entered your login credentials change your password pronto. Thats exactly the sort of message I would expect to see if someone was trying to conduct a man in the middle attack.
Hi Jonkarra. I've only just picked this up - I'm no longer receiving system emails when someone replies. I hope that's not a danger sign.
I logged on from my PC in the usual way. I'll change my password again - fingers crossed.
The email issue is a known problem reported here and elsewhere on the forum. You can use another domain address temporarily - I've set up a Hotmail account to forward messages to my btinternet.com one, which works seamlessly.
EDIT: Just seen this was already answered in one of your other threads.


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Common Questions About Expanders
What does my expander do?
Your new appliance is called a Palatal Expander. It is designed to widen your upper jaw (maxilla) by separating a suture down the middle of your palate. The suture is pliable and allows the upper jaw to widen. This widening may be necessary to correct a crossbite or to help create enough space for your teeth.
How often should I turn my expander?
The amount of expansion required is different for every person. Dr. Hosier will customize the amount of expansion that is best for you. Typically, it will take 2 to 3 weeks of turning the expander 1 or 2 times per day to achieve optimal results. It is important that you follow the doctor's instructions and if you have any questions, please call the office. Please turn your expander ______ times per day.
What should I expect after I turn my expander?
Patients usually experience some pressure or tenderness near the bridge of the nose and out toward the cheekbone. This is very normal. Tylenol or ibuprofen may be helpful for this. You will most likely notice a space developing between the upper front teeth. This also is normal and is a good sign that the palatal bones are widening. Some people only experience a small space, while others notice a significant space. Do not be alarmed. Once you have completed your expansion, this space will begin closing naturally.
What should I do if I miss my next appointment?
If you should have to change your first appointment after receiving your expander, it is very important that you stop turning your expander when you have completed the prescribed number of turns! This will help prevent the chance that the upper jaw is widened too much. Your next appointment is scheduled for _____________. If you should miss this appointment, please stop turning on this date.
How long will I wear the expander?
Typically, the expander is left in place for 9 to 12 months after adequate expansion is achieved. This allows the palatal suture to fill in with bone and decreases the chance that the upper jaw will lose some of its expansion.
Be sure to keep your expander very clean and avoid hard or sticky foods. Use the small brush provided to clean around your expander. Swishing water in your mouth may help if large particles are stuck between the expander and the roof of your mouth.
If the expander is damaged or comes out of the mouth, call the office to schedule a visit. Bring the expander and related parts to that next visit.
As always, please feel free to contact our office with any concerns you may have.


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Check out the latest edition of The Bulletin Board, Forsyth Community Gardening's bimonthly newsletter!
¡Lea la última edición del Boletín del Programa de Huertos Comunitarios!
Are you interested in starting a community garden in Forsyth County? Please visit
our Start a Garden
page to learn about the process and access resources to help you get started.
¿Está interesado en comenzar un huerto comunitario en el Condado de Forsyth?
Por favor lea nuestra Guía para Comenzar un Huerto Comunitario para aprender
sobre el proceso y acceder a recursos que le ayudarán a comenzar.
1450 Fairchild Road
Winston-Salem, NC 27105
The West Salem Community Garden is located at the intersection of South Green Street and Bank Street. 95% of the produce goes to the homeless and indigenous people of our neighborhood. The remaining 5% goes to the gardeners. The garden is planted in ground. From 2004 to 2010 the garden was divided into personal plots and the gardeners could plant anything they wished. In 2011 the garden was divided half of the garden into common land where we planted Greens, Tomatoes, Leaf Lettuce,Cabbage, Purple Hull Peas,String Beans,Cucumbers, Zucchini and Yellow Squash and the other half was used for personal plots We did this so we could control the rotation of crops.
At a West Salem Neighborhood Association meeting in the spring of 2004 Del Perry- who was not at the meeting -was volunterred by his wife Dee to head up the garden. The next day he went to Piedmont Bible College which is now Piedmont International University and asked if the community garden could use their land on the corner of South Green Street and Bank Street which is next to his property (he lets the garden use his water at their expense). Piedmont said yes and the garden has been going strong since then. Our garden is limited to the residents of West Salem consisting of approimately 1200 people.
We do not lease plots. Sign up is on a first come first serve basis prior to April 15th.
There is not a schedule, gardeners work at their convenience. We ask that they volunteer to mow the outside of the garden at least every 2 weeks or as needed. We can use volunteers to help with weeding.
Produce is picked early in the day, put in bags and hung on the fence for people to pick up. The West Salem Community Garden has grown in size from 1,600 sq feet in 2004 to 5,700 sq feet for the 2012 season.


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"Jesus went through all the towns and villages, teaching in their synagogues, proclaiming the good news of the kingdom and healing every disease and sickness" (Matthew 9:35).
1) Living parables: A preview of Annual Conference 2018
2) Conference business ranges from changes in delegate representation to a new vision for mission to creation care and more
3) 'New and Renew' conference: Reflections from one participant
4) Children's Disaster Services volunteers respond to Hawaii eruption
5) Bethany Seminary holds commencement
6) Brethren attend 'Reclaiming Jesus' event in nation's capital
7) Ecumenical delegation visits North Korea
8) Todd Bauer ends service with BVS as Latin America coordinator
9) Fellowship of Brethren Homes announces leadership transition
10) Sixth Brethren World Assembly set for August in Indiana
11) Brethren bits: Remembering John Crumley, personnel, jobs, commissioning for Workcampers, prayer requested for tensions in the DR, new podcasts from Frederick Church and Dunker Punks, Brethren Woods is 60, "Farm to Table Dinners" at Shepherd's Spring, more
Quote of the week:
"'Living Parables' is a foundational call to be involved with the ministries of Jesus. It calls us to work for peace, reconciliation, and transformation of all things, visible and invisible. As living parables, Christ calls us to learn how to share our lives in grace with others."
-- Annual Conference moderator Samuel K. Sarpiya, in the theme statement for the 2018 annual meeting of the Church of the Brethren.
1) Living parables: A preview of Annual Conference 2018
Annual Conference 2018 takes place at the Duke Energy Convention Center in Cincinnati, Ohio, on July 4-8. The theme is "Living Parables" (Matthew 9:35-38).
Online registration is open through June 11 at www.brethren.org/ac . After that date, registration will take place onsite in Cincinnati, at an increased cost.
Moderator Samuel K. Sarpiya will be assisted by moderator-elect Donita Keister and secretary James Beckwith. Serving on the Program and Arrangements Committee are Founa Inola Augustin-Badet of Miami, Fla.; John Shafer of Oakton, Va.; and Jan King of Martinsburg, Pa. Chris Douglas is the Conference director.
In addition to business sessions, Annual Conference offers opportunities for non-delegates to participate in spiritual enrichment, earn continuing education credit, take part in family friendly activities, and fellowship with Brethren from across the country and around the world.
Delegates will address 11 new and unfinished items of business and will receive numerous reports. New business includes "Change in Delegate Representation at Annual Conference," "Vision for a Global Church of the Brethren," "Brethren Values Investing," "Polity for Electing Brethren Benefit Trust Board Directors," "Polity for Electing the District Representative to the Pastoral Compensation and Benefits Advisory Committee." Unfinished business includes "Vision of Ecumenism for the 21st Century," "Vitality and Viability," "Creation Care," "Compelling Vision," "Denominational Leadership Gathering," and various amendments to the denomination's bylaws. See the article below for brief descriptions of the business items. Find the full text of business items at www.brethren.org/ac/2018/business .
Preachers for the Conference are moderator Samuel Sarpiya, pastor of Rockford (Ill.) Community Church of the Brethren, Wednesday; Brian Messler, pastor of Ephrata (Pa.) Church of the Brethren, Thursday; Rosanna Eller McFadden, pastor of Creekside Church of the Brethren, Elkhart, Ind., Friday; Angela Finet, pastor of Nokesville (Va.) Church of the Brethren, Saturday; and Leonard Sweet, the E. Stanley Jones Professor of Evangelism at Drew University in New Jersey, Sunday.
Offerings will be received for the Nigeria Crisis Fund on Wednesday; Church of the Brethren Core Ministries on Thursday; Puerto Rico hurricane response on Friday; assistance to the Batwa-Pygmy communities in the Great Lakes region of Africa on Saturday; and funding of Spanish translation at Annual Conference on Sunday.
In pre-Conference activities, theologian and author Diana Butler Bass is the speaker for the Ministers' Association event on "Gratitude: The Transformative Power of Giving Thanks." Three sessions will be led by Butler Bass on Tuesday evening, July 3, and Wednesday morning and afternoon, July 4. See www.brethren.org/ministryoffice/sustaining.html .
Dikaios & Discipleship, a July 3-4 event combining a bus tour with group discussions, will focus on the history of race and slavery in the Cincinnati area, sponsored by Intercultural Ministries. "The Ohio River has long been a symbol: On one side slavery and on the other, freedom," said an announcement. "Our history, as a denomination and as a nation, is just as interwoven with the complexities of race and racism. Of freedom and enslavement. Of oppression and injustice." The tour will visit the Harriet Beecher Stowe Museum and the house where Uncle Tom's Cabin was written; stops on the Underground Railroad; site of a former slave market; sites connected with 2001 race protests; sites connected with William Bradley--a governor who spoke up in the Jim Crow era; and the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center. Although the tour is filled, go to www.brethren.org/congregationallife/dikaios to be placed on a waiting list.
A tour to the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center is offered for nondelegates on the afternoon of July 6. Cost is $15.
A group outing to see the Cincinnati Reds play the Chicago White Sox is Tuesday evening, July 3. Tickets are $12.
This year's Witness to the Host City will benefit First Step Home, a treatment center that helps women rebuild their families as they break the cycle of drug and alcohol addiction. This is the only addiction treatment center in Cincinnati allowing children to live with mothers who are in treatment. Conference-goers are invited to bring donations of needed items. Find a list at www.brethren.org/ac/2018/activities/witness-to-the-host-city.html .
Go to www.brethren.org/ac for more information about the Conference schedule and activities. Daily worship services and business sessions will be webcast live online, find the webcast schedule at www.brethren.org/ac/2018/webcasts .
2) Conference business ranges from changes in delegate representation, to a new vision for mission, to creation care, and more
Delegates to this year's Annual Conference will address 11 new and unfinished items of business.
New business includes "Change in Delegate Representation at Annual Conference," "Vision for a Global Church of the Brethren," "Brethren Values Investing," "Polity for Electing Brethren Benefit Trust Board Directors," "Polity for Electing the District Representative to the Pastoral Compensation and Benefits Advisory Committee."
Unfinished business includes "Vision of Ecumenism for the 21st Century," "Vitality and Viability," "Creation Care," "Compelling Vision," "Denominational Leadership Gathering," and various amendments to the denomination's bylaws.
New business:
Change in Delegate Representation at Annual Conference
Recommended by the denomination's Leadership Team (Conference officers, general secretary, and a representative of the Council of District Executives), these changes would increase the ratio of Annual Conference delegates to membership of congregations and districts. The ratio for congregations would increase from 1 delegate per 200 members to 1 per 100 members, and for districts from 1 per 5,000 members to 1 per 4,000 members. This would add five people to the Standing Committee of district delegates. The document explains, "Conversations around decreasing membership often lead us to hold at arm's length its realities and simply hope for 'better times.' The Leadership Team would rather actively walk with this current reality and seek ways to increase the vitality and effectiveness of Annual Conference." Go to www.brethren.org/ac/2018/business/NB/NB-5-Change-in-Delegate-Representation.pdf .
Vision for a Global Church of the Brethren
Adopted by the Mission and Ministry Board at the initiative of staff of Global Mission and Service, the document has been in process for some time. Those involved in its development include the Mission Advisory Committee and church leaders from several countries. Impetus came from a disconnect between polity and practice. An Annual Conference mandate for a global church is present in previous statements, but those call for international districts rather than the independent denominations that have developed. The new vision is for a global Church of the Brethren "as a union of autonomous bodies, a spiritual community bound together by a common passion to be followers of Christ, a common New Testament theology of peace and service, and a common commitment to be in relationship with one another." Go to www.brethren.org/ac/2018/business/NB/NB-3-Vision-for-a-Global-Church-of-the-Brethren.pdf .
Brethren Values Investing
This change to the Articles of Organization of Brethren Benefit Trust proposes the term "Brethren Values Investing" in place of "Socially Responsible Investing." Go to www.brethren.org/ac/2018/business/NB/NB-3-Vision-for-a-Global-Church-of-the-Brethren.pdf .
Polity for Electing Brethren Benefit Trust Board Directors
This change to BBT Articles of Organization would require no more than two nominees for election of a director to the BBT board, replacing the current requirement for four nominees. Go to www.brethren.org/ac/2018/business/NB/NB-2-Polity-for-Electing-BBT-Board-Directors.pdf .
Polity for Electing the District Representative to the Pastoral Compensation and Benefits Advisory Committee
To align polity with practice, the Leadership Team recommends changes regarding where the committee makes its recommendation about pastoral salaries and howthe district executive member of the committee is chosen. Go to www.brethren.org/ac/2018/business/NB/NB-4-Polity-for-Electing-the-DE-Repr-to-the-PCBAC.pdf .
Unfinished business:
Vision of Ecumenism for the 21st Century
This proposed new statement guides the denomination's ecumenical witness in a time of increased religiousdiversity. It comes from a committee established as part of a recommendation in 2012 from an Interchurch Relations Study Committee. It states, in part: "We will continue to build and nurture positive relationships with other faith communities. In doing so, we strengthen a history of service and missions, disaster response and relief ministries, and peace witness—nationally and globally. These relationships further our understanding of opportunities for mission and ministry, and they instill a cooperative readiness to act upon needs and areas of common concern when they arise." Go to www.brethren.org/ac/2018/business/UB/UB-1-Vision-of-Ecumenism-for-the-21st-Century.pdf .
Vitality and Viability
This report originated with a query from Mid- Atlantic District on "Future DistrictStructure." The 2015 Conference returned the query but called a committee to study its concerns related to vitality and viability. The report takes into account the work of the Mission and Ministry Board and the 2017 Review and Evaluation Committee. The report aims to articulate "matters of the heart," and calls the church to "a time of renewal of relationships with our Lord and Savior and with each other," outlining structure for a "Year of Sabbath Rest and Renewal." The document identifies differences regarding human sexuality and approaches to scripture. It makes some specific recommendations for dealing with differing perspectives in the church and recommends a process "to ensure that congregations who may leave do so in an accountable, amicable, and gracious process...avoiding litigation." It concludes with a series of five Bible studies. Go to www.brethren.org/ac/2018/business/UB/UB-2-Vitality-and-Viability.pdf .
Creation Care
This report comes from a study committee elected in 2016 to respond to a query from Illinois and Wisconsin District. The report focuses "on the charge given to us by Annual Conference by examining the impact of the use of fossil fuels and contributions to climate change on our brothers and sisters around the world, and how Brethren can take action to reduce that impact." Outcomes of the committee's work include a website offering a series of resources related to energy efficiency, renewable energy, financial matters, faith and liturgical resources, and community action; and a commitment by the Office of Peacebuilding and Policy to coordinate a Brethren Creation Care Network. Detailed recommendations encourage Brethren "to integrate an understanding about the real cost of fossil fuels and climate change into every part of your life, as an individual, as a member of a congregation, and as a member of the denomination." Go to www.brethren.org/ac/2018/business/UB/UB-3-Creation-Care.pdf .
Compelling Vision
A report from the Leadership Team reviews ongoing work toward a "compelling vision" to guide the Church of the Brethren. The process begins at this year's Conference, where a full business session and a portion of a second will be dedicated to engaging attendees, followed by further opportunities in districts throughout this year. The recommendation is "that all new business for the 2019 Annual Conference be set aside so that the delegate body and other Annual Conference participants can focus their attention on the essential conversations that will lead to discerning the compelling vision that Christ intends for the Church of the Brethren." Go to www.brethren.org/ac/2018/business/UB/UB-4-Compelling-Vision.pdf .
Amendments to the Bylaws of the Church of the Brethren Inc.
The Mission and Ministry Board recommends bylaws changes in response to the 2017 Review and Evaluation Committee. The changes would affect the coordination of denominational envisioning; oversight of the Annual Conference office, director, and budget; membership of the Leadership Team; and some terminology. One amendment would update the name of Southern Ohio District to "Southern Ohio-Kentucky District." Go to www.brethren.org/ac/2018/business/UB/UB-6-Amendments-to-the-Bylaws-of-the-Church-of-the-Brethren-Inc.pdf .
Denominational Leadership Gathering
Last year's Review and Evaluation Committee recommended a gathering of denominational leadership every three to five years, and action was delayed for a year to do a feasibility study. The Program Feasibility Committee determined that current structures provide enough collaboration and that the cost is too high. The original recommendation returns to the floor this year for action. Go to www.brethren.org/ac/2018/business/UB/UB-7-Denominational-Leadership-Gathering.pdf .
Find the listing of business items at www.brethren.org/ac/2018/business .
3) 'New and Renew' conference: Reflections from one participant
by Karen Garrett
On May 17-19, with a pre-conference worship service on May 16, people from across the country met at Bethany Theological Seminary in Richmond, Ind., to worship and renew. The event was "New and Renew: Revitalize, Plant, Grow," the Church of the Brethren's church planting and church development conference for 2018. The event was sponsored and organized by the Discipleship Ministries (formerly Congregational Life Ministries) of the Church of the Brethren.
I am not a church planter. I attend an established congregation that celebrated 200 years as a congregation in 2011. However, in 2018 I see the need for my congregation to do something to renew our mission or we will not exist in 10 years. This is probably true for many congregations across the denomination. I decided to attend "New and Renew" along with my pastor, in the hopes that we could find ideas for renewal.
My main take-away, however, was a sense of renewal in my own spirit. At some point, my pastor and I will meet and compare notes, and pray about steps--perhaps small steps--we can take to help our congregation renew and revitalize. For now, I simply thank God and the conference planners for providing space for my spirit to be nourished.
Some observations and quotes to share (the quotes are taken from my notes directly as I wrote them so they may not be word-for-word what the presenters said, but they are what my spirit heard):
It was refreshing for my Caucasian face to be in a minority. This was an intercultural event and that made the experience rich. My Latino and Latina brothers and sisters sing and worship with enthusiasm and heartfelt expressions of faith. The experience was enhanced by the deep abiding faith and prayer life of brothers and sisters of many skin tones. I had been feeling discouraged about the state of our denomination, but for two days I was energized by people who together care about being a witness for Jesus Christ. We met to learn and encourage one another.
Two keynote speakers shared from their ministries to encourage us to risk finding God's mission for us. Orlando Crespo from the Bronx left me with the following quote: "We can't be the incarnation--Christ did that. We can be the embodiment of Christ." Yes, my desire is to embody Christ as I interact with my neighbors and my congregation. Christiana Rice from San Diego used the metaphor of a midwife to help us see "God crying out for a new thing to be born. We need to reach out in anticipation, because God is already at work." I need to focus on joining God, rather that asking God to help me.
Bethany Seminary dean Steve Schweitzer led a Bible study on the broad topic of "Risk and Reward in Scripture." According to him, that topic includes most of scripture. He narrowed his list down to nine:
-- 2 Chronicles 20: Jehosophat called for a fast as he risked everything and depended on God.
-- Daniel 3: Three Hebrews chose to do what was right, regardless of whether God would save them or not.
-- Philippians 3: A passage where Paul discussed loss and gain.
-- James 1:27: To be faithful, we must work at both holiness and social justice.
-- James 2:14-19: Our work for Christ should be as a result of faith and as a demonstration of faith.
-- Colossians 4:5-6: Our public witness must include word and deed.
-- 1 Peter 2:9-12: We are chosen for a purpose beyond ourselves.
-- 1 Peter 3:8-17: Be ready to risk with action and speech.
-- Acts 20:24: God is concerned for the individual and the community.
Schweitzer closed with a question for himself and for us "What am I willing to risk?"
In addition there were a variety of workshops, breaks, and meals to connect with old friends and new acquaintances, and an Intercultural Dinner where Annual Conference moderator Samuel Sarpiya shared from his doctor of ministry project. My take-away quote from that evening: "Serve the purposes of God for your community, and for this time." To do that we must "hear the heart of God."
-- Karen A. Garrett is managing editor for "Brethren Life & Thought" and coordinator of assessment for Bethany Seminary.
4) Children's Disaster Services volunteers respond to Hawaii eruption
by Kathleen Fry-Miller
Children's Disaster Services (CDS) volunteers Petie Brown and Randy Kawate have cared for children at the shelter in Pahoa on the "Big Island" of Hawaii. The effort has aided children and families affected by the volcanic eruption that has displaced hundreds of residents.
Brown and Kawate, who live on the "Big Island," were able to set up a children's area in the Pahoa shelter with support from Red Cross and local church volunteers. The number of families and children affected by the volcanic eruptions has been in flux, as nearby residents try to figure out where to go in the midst of unpredictable eruptions of lava, gas, ash, and earthquakes.
The CDS volunteers have cared for 49 children over the past 2 1/2 weeks. Red Cross will be re-assessing needs for child care, especially once schools are out for the summer next week. Children have been using the area for play at other times also. Schools have been open, so during the week very few children have been in the shelter. This could change, depending on what happens with the volcano and earthquakes. Brown and Kawate have shared information that another shelter could be opening up, so CDS will be alert to what the needs are at that point.
This is a time of lots of stress and uncertainty for everyone on the island. Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers continue for the people of Hawaii.'
-- Kathleen Fry-Miller is associate director of Children's Disaster Services, a ministry within Brethren Disaster Ministries. For more go to www.brethren.org/cds .
5) Bethany Seminary holds commencement
by Jenny Williams
Sixteen graduates were honored at Bethany Theological Seminary's 2018 commencement on Saturday, May 5, in the presence of family, friends, and the Bethany community. The following degrees and graduate certificates were awarded:
Master of Divinity
Steven P. Fox of Farmersville, Ohio
Mycal C. J. Gresh of Denton, Md.
Katelynn E. Heishman of Keezletown, Va.
Timothy S. Heishman of Keezletown, Va.
Patricia A. Kapusta of Corning, N.Y., ministry focus in pastoral care
Sarah M. Neher of Overland Park, Kan., ministry focus in youth and young adults
Shayne (Chibuzo) T. Petty of Shreveport, La., emphasis in intercultural leadership
Susan L. Smith of Lutz, Fla.
Master of Arts
Karen M. Duhai of Richmond, Ind., concentration in theological studies
Charlotte D. Loewen of Mountain Lake, Minn., concentration in Brethren studies
Jonathan A. Prater of Rockingham, Va., concentration in theological studies
Brody Rike of Eaton, Ohio, concentration in biblical studies
Rudolph H. Taylor III of Blue Ridge, Va., concentration in biblical studies
Certificate of Achievement in Theological Studies
Kyle A. Remnant of Cincinnati, Ohio
Certificate in Intercultural Biblical Interpretation
Shayne (Chibuzo) T. Petty of Shreveport, La.
Certificate in Theopoetics and Theological Imagination
Martin Jockel-Giessen froom the State of Hesse, Germany
Kindra S. Kreislers of Saginaw, Mich.
Jonathan A. Prater of Rockingham, Va.
The weekend's activities began with the traditional worship service planned and led by the graduating class on Friday, May 4. Patricia Kapusta welcomed those gathered and presented a call to worship. Jonathan Prater, Sarah Neher, and Kyle Remnant each offered personal reflections on the themes in Psalm 46, following readings of the psalm in different versions. Faculty members then anointed each of the graduates as a blessing and ritual of sending. Graduates and families were joined by members of the Bethany community for an evening banquet, during which faculty members offered personal tributes for each graduate.
The speaker for Saturday's academic ceremony was Bethany alumnus Russ Matteson. In an address entitled "Embodying Radical Obedience to the Spirit of Christ," he drew on Romans 8:5-17, which calls for trust in the workings of God instead of reliance on oneself. "When we give God that kind of attention, when we can allow our lives to be filled with the living and breathing God, then God leads us out into the open, into a spacious, free life.... I think that that is what the invitation to life in Christ is really all about." Reminding the graduates of the radical obedience of the first Brethren in the face of oppression, Matteson stated, "I believe that that is the true genius of the Brethren movement: gathering a people who meet together in committed communities to search the scriptures and to pray about the word and the world and to trust and test the nudgings of the Holy Spirit...even as it may upset the settled order and understandings of the church or the world around them. It is my deepest hope that some of this has rubbed off on your faith during your time here at Bethany...and that you will continue to be challenged and encouraged by the witness that is behind the tradition of your seminary."
Matteson is the district executive of the Pacific Southwest District in the Church of the Brethren and lives in Modesto, California. Prior to this call, he and his spouse copastored two California congregations: Fellowship in Christ in Fremont and Modesto Church of the Brethren. He also served as director of marketing and sales for Brethren Press from 1999 to 2003. Matteson earned an MDiv from Bethany in 1993.
President Jeff Carter addressed the class as one of "high academic quality: nine designations of honors for work completed with distinction.... You have grown in your confidence, you have found voice for your passions, and you have moved your thinking and your discovery in some familiar and new ways. You have tackled tough topics in scripture and ministry. And you have been brave.... I have confidence that bravery will continue."
Video recordings of both the worship service and ceremony are available for viewing at https://bethanyseminary.edu/events-resources/video-vault .
-- Jenny Williams is director of communications for Bethany Seminary.
6) Brethren attend 'Reclaiming Jesus' event in nation's capital
by Walt Wiltschek
More than half a dozen Brethren attended the major "Reclaiming Jesus" witness event held at National City Christian Church in Washington, D.C., on May 24. The event, organized by a variety of progressive-leaning Christian leaders, was centered around a series of declarations against lying, misogyny, authoritarianism, xenophobia, and other issues that recently have dominated cultural discourse.
"Sojourners" editor Jim Wallis, one of the lead organizers, said, "We face in this nation right now a moral test." Episcopal presiding bishop Michael Curry called it "a Jesus movement" and a "Pentecost moment," and said it boils down to Jesus' command to "Love your neighbor. That's why we're here." Other speakers included author/theologian Walter Brueggemann, Riverside Church senior minister emeritus James Forbes, author/spiritual leader Tony Campolo, author and Franciscan friar Richard Rohr, and former president of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) Sharon Watkins.
Organizers estimated about 2,000 people in attendance. Following the service at the church, the group processed with candles to the White House about six blocks away for a vigil and prayer. "May we walk with confidence and clear love in our hearts," Rohr said.
The Brethren and many others at the event were in Washington for the week-long Festival of Homiletics, which focused on the theme "Preaching and Politics."
-- Walt Wiltschek is pastor of Easton (Md.) Church of the Brethren and at-large editor for "Messenger," the Church of the Brethren magazine.
7) Ecumenical delegation visits North Korea
a release from the World Council of Churches
A six-person international ecumenical delegation, comprised of representatives of the World Council of Churches and the World Communion of Reformed Churches and led by WCC general secretary Olav Fykse Tveit and WCRC general secretary Chris Ferguson, visited Pyongyang on May 3-7, at the invitation of the Korean Christian Federation (KCF) of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK).
This visit took place just a few days after the historic events of the Inter-Korean Summit at Panmunjom on April 27, at which president Moon Jae-in of the Republic of Korea and chairman Kim Jong Un of the State Affairs Commission of the DPRK jointly signed the Panmunjom Declaration for Peace, Prosperity and Unification of the Korean Peninsula. These extraordinary initiatives have created a new momentum for peace which the delegation strongly wishes to affirm, support and encourage.
The worldwide ecumenical movement has been engaged in promoting dialogue, peaceful co-existence, and the reunification of the divided Korean people for more than 30 years, especially since the 1984 "Tozanso Consultation" convened by the WCC.
Relationships with and between the KCF of the DPRK, the National Council of Churches in South Korea (NCCK), and WCC and WCRC member churches in South Korea have been at the center of this ecumenical solidarity movement for peace and reunification of the Korean Peninsula.
The statement published after the visit reads: "We give thanks to God that today we are able to celebrate together with KCF and the NCCK the political commitments expressed in the Panmunjom Declaration, encompassing so many long-held ecumenical hopes and aspirations for peace on the Korean Peninsula, including especially the commitments to joint efforts to alleviate military tensions, to promoting inter-Korean exchange and cooperation, to achieving a peace treaty to replace the 1953 Armistice Agreement, and the solemn declaration that there will be no more war on the Korean Peninsula."
The statement added: "We celebrate and affirm the joint declaration of commitment to realizing, through complete denuclearization, a nuclear-free Korean Peninsula--in the context of our efforts for a nuclear-free world through advocacy for universal ratification and implementation of the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons (TPNW)."
During the visit to the DPRK, the delegation met and discussed with representatives from the KCF, as well as with H.E. Kim Yong Nam, president of the Presidium of the Supreme Peoples Assembly of the DPRK, and with Ri Jong Hyok, president of the National Reunification Institute.
Tveit and Ferguson met in Seoul prior to traveling to the DPRK with H.E. Cho Myoung-Gyon, South Korean Minister for Unification, and the ecumenical delegation met with President Kim Yong Nam of the DPRK Supreme People's Assembly in the DPRK and they affirmed and emphasized the importance of the role of church leaders and faith communities in past and future efforts for peace and reunification of the Korean people.
The delegation saw the Inter-Korean Summit and its outcomes as an almost miraculous new spring for peace in the region, after months and years of dangerously escalating tensions. "We visited Pyongyang in a beautiful new spring season, not only in the natural world but also in the relations between the people and governments of the Korean peninsula," said Tveit. "We know that spring is also a season in which to work, to ensure that we reap a good harvest of what has been sown."
Chris Ferguson, WCRC general secretary added: "Together, the WCC and the WCRC are committed to mobilizing our churches around the world in support of these new steps towards the peace that we have so long sought and desired for the people of the peninsula and the northeast Asian region."
The delegation urges "all churches, all Christians called by our Lord Jesus Christ to be peacemakers, and all people of good will around the world to join in supporting the Korean-led initiatives for peace expressed in the Panmunjom Declaration, as a foundation and framework for achieving a sustainable peace for the Korean people, for the region, and for the world."
Read the full statement from the ecumenical delegation to DPRK, published May 7, at www.oikoumene.org/en/resources/documents/statement-international-ecumenical-delegation-visit-to-dprk-3-7-may-2018 .
8) Todd Bauer ends service with BVS as Latin America coordinator
Todd Bauer's contract with Brethren Volunteer Service (BVS) as Latin America coordinator will come to an end at the end of May. BVS is reevaluating how it coordinates its work in Latin America in light of lower numbers and tightening budgets. Bauer has served in the position for nearly 11 years.
Bauer was a BVS volunteer from 2001 to 2006 in Ixtahuacán, Guatemala, where he coordinated the nursery and agricultural development for the local Catholic church in partnership with Trees for Life in Wichita, Kan. He became the BVS coordinator for Latin America in July 2007. His gifts for the ministry included a deep sensitivity to and love for the culture and people of Latin America, his ability to help volunteers and staff navigate their way through the cultural issues of BVS placements in Central American communities, and his deep faith. Bauer and his family live in Ixtahuacán.
For more about BVS go to www.brethren.org/bvs .
9) Fellowship of Brethren Homes announces leadership transition
Leadership of the Fellowship of Brethren Homes is in transition following the resignation of executive director Ralph McFadden, who resigned earlier this year. McFadden had been staying on until a successor was found. The fellowship in mid-May announced that Dave Lawrenz, who recently retired from leadership of Timbercrest, a Church of the Brethren retirement community in North Manchester, Ind., has agreed to take the executive director role.
McFadden began as executive director in January 2015. "Ralph brought a lot of energy and vitality to the role, helping us always to think about 'next steps' while also keeping us firmly in touch with our organization's Brethren roots," said an announcement from Jeff Shireman, chair of the executive committee for the fellowship. McFadden will wind down his involvement with the fellowship over the next few months, and will officially retire at the end of July.
Lawrenz begins as executive director in mid-July. "We have had several executive directors in the last 15 years, and each one has brought their own talents and spiritual gifts to bear in moving the organization forward," said the announcement from Shireman. "Just as all of our 'homes' are adjusting to new ways of doing things in this volatile environment, we look forward to working with Dave and benefitting from the unique spin he will put on his leadership of the Fellowship."
For more about the Fellowship of Brethren Homes, a collaborate ministry of the 22 retirement communities that are related to the Church of the Brethren, go to www.brethren.org/homes .
10) Sixth Brethren World Assembly set for August in Indiana
by Terry White
Registrations are now being received for the Sixth Brethren World Assembly, to be held Aug. 9-12 in Winona Lake, Ind. This gathering happens every five years for Brethren groups descended from Alexander Mack in 1708 and it is sponsored by the Brethren Encyclopedia, Inc.
"Brethren Intersections: History, Identity, Crosscurrents" is the working theme for the four-day assembly, which will be hosted by the Winona Lake Grace Brethren Church. The event is open to all, and will feature some 20 speakers giving lectures, panel discussions, historical tours, worship services, and much more.
The first day of the assembly will be Thursday, Aug. 9, with several plenary sessions focusing on historical and religious intersections for the Brethren, and it will conclude with a worship service and ice cream social. The second day, Friday, Aug. 10, will include sessions that focus on the Brethren-evangelical relationship in the eras of Charles G. Finney, Billy Sunday, and Billy Graham. Afternoon panels and sessions will include a bus tour of sites in and around historic Winona Lake, once home of the world's largest Bible conference, and a central conference point for Brethren groups since the 1880s.
The third day, Saturday, Aug. 11, will focus on themes of social justice, relationship with the military, gender questions, and will include a bus tour of historic Brethren sites at Arnold's Grove in Milford, Ind., and Camp Alexander Mack on Lake Waubee. On Sunday attendees are encouraged to worship with local Brethren congregations not of their own groups.
A modest registration fee will include seven meals, admittance to all sessions, ice cream socials, a follow-up book containing all proceedings, and more. Attendees will be responsible for finding their own lodging in the Warsaw/Winona Lake area.
Brethren Encyclopedia publishes encyclopedias and monographs of Brethren interest. The group comprises representatives of the seven groups descended from Alexander Mack, which include Church of the Brethren, Brethren Church, Dunkard Brethren Church, Fellowship of Grace Brethren Churches (Charis Fellowship), Conservative Grace Brethren Churches International, and two groups from the Old Order German Baptist Brethren heritage.
To access a downloadable program schedule and online registration form, log onto www.brethrenencyclopedia.org or call 574-527-9573 for more information.
11) Brethren bits
-- Remembrance: John Crumley, a former Church of the Brethren mission worker in Nigeria, passed away suddenly on May 18. He and his wife, Patricia, served in Jos, Nigeria, from December 1999 to July 2004. His work there began as a supportive role to Patricia, who taught music at Hillcrest School. He repaired musical instruments and tutored students as needed, while being a house husband and father. He also sought ways to support the local Nigerian Brethren congregation and its outreach ministries. During their final year in Jos, he was invited to teach at the women's program of the Theological College of Northern Nigeria. A memorial service was held on Thursday, May 24, at Polo (Ill.) Church of the Brethren.
-- Former mission workers Carolyn and Roger Schrock are traveling to South Sudan for two and a half months of volunteer service with the Brethren Peace Center in Torit. The Schrocks will train agronomists and work with the Eastern Equatoria Farmer's Association, an organization seeking to fight the region's pervasive hunger by encouraging farmers to pool resources and leverage assets. The Global Mission and Service office of the Church of the Brethren is requesting prayer for the Schrocks' health and safety as they serve. "Pray for the efforts of all working to ease the hunger crisis in South Sudan," said the announcement.
-- Bethany Theological Seminary has announced that Mark Lancaster's role will change. He will begin work in the newly created position of assistant to the president for strategic initiatives on Aug. 1. He has been executive director of institutional advancement since July 2015. In his new part-time role, he will focus on goals and objectives of Bethany's new Strategic Vision Implementation Plan, working to maintain Bethany's relationship and education partnership with Ekklesiyar Yan'uwa a Nigeria (EYN, the Church of the Brethren in Nigeria), explore grants and other funding sources, and continue to maintain institutional connections with major donors.
In related news, Lancaster also will begin Aug. 1 as part-time director of the Brethren Heritage Center in Brookville, Ohio. "The Brethren Heritage Center has reached a level in its 15-year history where the need for a salaried director is recognized," said an announcement. "The hiring of Mark Lancaster by the Board of Directors moves the BHC from an all-volunteer staff." Lancaster brings to the position more than 40 years of experience in working with mostly nonprofit organizations including Heifer International and American Friends Service Committee as well as Bethany Seminary. Some of the activities he will lead include strategic planning, outreach, fundraising, donor relations, supervision of volunteer staff, and promotion of the archives regionally, nationally, and internationally. The center is a research and educational facility focusing on the history and genealogy of a number of the bodies that share the heritage of the Brethren movement that began in 1708 in Schwarzenua, Germany.
-- Ed Shannon has accepted the position of retirement planning consultant for Brethren Benefit Trust (BBT) beginning June 18. He has been a retirement plan specialist for Converge Retirement for just over five years and has a background in Defined Benefit and Defined Contributions Church Plans. He holds a degree in Human Resources Management from Judson University in Elgin, Ill., where he and his family live and are members of First Baptist Church of Elgin.
-- The Church of the Brethren seeks an associate director for the Children's Disaster Services (CDS) program within Brethren Disaster Ministries and Global Mission and Service. Major responsibilities include providing oversight, leadership, and administration of CDS. Additional responsibilities include leading the response of CDS volunteers, leading and coordinating new program development and expansion of CDS, managing and supporting the development of ecumenical relationships, and providing sound financial management of CDS. Required skills and knowledge include program development and management, volunteer management, effective training and presentation skills, knowledge of child development and the impact of trauma on child development, strong written and verbal skills in English, ability to communicate effectively with multiple agencies and constituencies and deal gracefully with the public, ability to work with minimal supervision, appreciation for the church's role in mission with an awareness of mission operations, and ability to act within a multicultural and multi-generational team environment. Training or experience making effective presentations, managing staff and volunteers, working directly with children (teaching, counseling, providing program, etc.), and skilled competency in Microsoft Office component applications are required. Previous disaster response experience is preferred. A bachelor's degree is required with a preference for an advanced degree. This position is based in the Brethren Disaster Ministries office at the Brethren Service Center in New Windsor, Md. Applications will be received beginning immediately and will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Send a resume to firstname.lastname@example.com or Office of Human Resources, Church of the Brethren, 1451 Dundee Ave., Elgin, IL 60120; 800-323-8039 ext. 367. The Church of the Brethren is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
-- The denomination's Workcamp Ministry, in preparation for the summer 2018 workcamp season, has prepared commissioning materials for churches to use to affirm and support youth, young adults, and advisors participating in workcamps this year. Materials include a litany and prayer that revolve around the workcamp theme scripture, as well as a description of the service being done at each workcamp. Commissioning materials were sent out to the pastors of churches that have youth, young adults, and advisors participating from their congregations. The resources also may be found online at www.brethren.org/workcamps . The workcamp office would encourage all congregations to support the workcamp ministry through their prayers.
-- Global Mission and Service is sharing a prayer request from Gustavo Lendi Bueno, president of Iglesia de los Hermanos (Church of the Brethren in the Dominican Republic). Prayer is needed because of tensions between Dominicans and Haitians living in the DR. "There has been an increase in retaliatory attacks on innocent Haitian families, such as when one Haitian commits a crime of robbery or assault against a Dominican, mobs form to attack Haitians or burn their homes in response. Many Haitians in the Dominican Republic are especially vulnerable because they lack citizenship or residency rights and thus face discrimination and inadequate access to government services. Gustavo requests prayers for himself and other members of the Dominican-Haitian Pastors for Peace group as they work against hate and try to help people gain residency. Pray for an end to the cycle of violence, for improved relationships between Haitians and Dominicans in the DR, and for more effective cooperation between the two countries' governments."
-- The SERRV board of directors was hosted by the Church of the Brethren General Offices for meetings on May 9-11. SERRV International is a fair trade organization that had its start as a Church of the Brethren program. SERRV headquarters are in Madison, Wis., but the organization continues to maintain a distribution center at the Brethren Service Center in New Windsor, Md.
-- Frederick (Md.) Church of the Brethren is releasing a set of six podcasts on the first 11 chapters of Genesis. The series, called "Other Questions," has been created by James Benedict, interim pastor for Spiritual Formation and Discipleship. "Each podcast is between 15 and 20 minutes long, and may be listened to online or downloaded. They are designed for people on the go or others who may be looking for a way to go deeper in their understanding of scripture," said an announcement. Benedict holds four graduate degrees including a master of divinity from Bethany Theological Seminary, a doctor of ministry from United Lutheran Seminary in Pennsylvania, and a doctorate from Duquesne University. He has served as a pastor in the Church of the Brethren for more than 30 years. Links to the podcasts are at http://fcob.net/get-involved/grow .
-- Two new episodes of the Dunker Punks Podcast are available for listening. A recent Brethren Volunteer Service worker with the Church of the Brethren Office of Peacebuilding and Policy, Emmy Goering, reflects on "the good grown from giving ourselves for others." And Tori Bateman, who currently serves in the Office of Peacebuilding and Policy, interviews Gimbiya Kettering, director of Intercultural Ministries for the Church of the Brethren, who shares her insights on race relations within and beyond the church. "Learn how the Church of the Brethren and Martin Luther King Jr. are connected in ways you may not expect," said an announcement. The Dunker Punks Podcast is an audio show created by more than a dozen Brethren young adults across the country. Listen to the latest on the episode pages http://bit.ly/DPP_Episode57 and http://bit.ly/DPP_Episode58 or subscribe on iTunes: http://bit.ly/DPP_iTunes.
-- "Brethren Woods is turning 60!" says an announcement from Shenandoah District. "Join Brethren Woods for a fun day of celebrating 60 years of ministry!" The 60th Anniversary Party and Campfire will take place Saturday, June 9, from 3-8 p.m. From 3-5 p.m., activities feature the pool, waterslide, fishing, paddle boats, a photo booth, camp store, a history exhibit, and a nature talk. Dinner, a program, and campfire worship will follow. RSVP to the camp office at 540-269-2741 or email@example.com .
-- "Farm to Table Dinners" are being presented at Shepherd's Spring, an outdoor ministry center near Sharpsburg, Md., in Mid-Atlantic District, on May 26 and June 23 from 1-3 p.m. These meals are prepared by Chef Heilman for $30 per person as a special "taste of spring and summer." The menu and more information is at www.shepherdsspring.org .
-- Peter Becker Community is hosting a groundbreaking ceremony for its newest cottage neighborhood, Maplewood Crossing, on Monday, June 21, at 2 p.m. Peter Becker is a retirement community in Harleysville, Pa., that is related to the Church of the Brethren. The event will be held on the sites of the #1 and #2 Maplewood Crossing Cottages at Maplewood Estates. "There are nine cottages in the project that will connect our existing cottage neighborhood to the Maplewood Estates apartment complex," said a release. "This event will host the individuals and organizations who are making this expansion possible including top executives, board members, architects, designers, future home owners and more." For more information go to www.peterbeckercommunity.com .
-- Carol Scheppard, professor of philosophy and religion at Bridgewater College and past Annual Conference moderator for the Church of the Brethren, delivered the message at the Bridgewater baccalaureate service on May 4. Approximately 398 seniors received degrees on May 5, in a ceremony on the campus mall. Among the 398 students in the class of 2018, 157 earned bachelor of arts degrees and 142 earned bachelor of science degrees; 17 graduated summa cum laude--the top academic honor which requires students to achieve at least a 3.9 grade point average on a 4.0 scale; 22 earned magna cum laude honors--a 3.7 or better average; and 55 earned cum laude honors, requiring a 3.4 grade point average.
-- In more news from Bridgewater College, four juniors have received the college's 2018 Summer Christian Experience Scholarship and will work at a variety of church-related camps this summer. Each student was awarded $3,000 from the scholarship program, which is funded by the Bridgewater College endowment fund. Receiving the scholarships are Rosanni Lake Montero, a psychology major, who will serve at Camp Mardela in Denton, Md.; Clara O'Connor, a family and consumer sciences major, Selena Spriggs, a sociology major with a minor in cultural studies, and Jasmine Monique Wright, a psychology major with a minor in neuroscience, who will all serve at Shepherd's Spring Outdoor Ministry Center in Sharpsburg, Md. The Summer Christian Experience Scholarship Program was created by Bridgewater College to memorialize a number of outstanding church leaders.
-- Churches for Middle East Peace (CMEP) has issued a statement that it "fervently opposes the decision to relocate the American Embassy to Jerusalem and the subsequent refusal of the administration to acknowledge the role of this decision in the escalation of violence in Gaza." In an email sharing the statement, director of communications Katie McRoberts wrote, "We support the sharing of Jerusalem by the two peoples and the three faiths--Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Unilateral actions in Jerusalem and incitement to violence create tensions that undermine trust and make resuming meaningful negotiations and achieving a two-state solution more difficult." Read the full text of the statement at http://org2.salsalabs.com/o/5575/t/0/blastContent.jsp?email_blast_KEY=1415427 .
-- Christian Peacemaker Teams (CPT) is seeking participants for a delegation to Colombia on June 26-July 6, and for an Indigenous People's Solidarity delegation to Canada on July 20-30.
About the Colombia delegation, a CPT announcement explained that the "El Magdalena Medio is a region rich in renewable and non-renewable natural resources. Due to its richness and strategic position in the country, the city of Barrancabermeja and the Magdalena Medio region have suffered high levels of violence. Massacres and forced displacements left whole communities uprooted where criminal interests took advantage to take the lands and develop their economic projects. Armed groups and paramilitaries control Barrancabermeja and the region. High levels of unemployment and poverty have created a situation where young people see no other options but to get involved with these groups. When judicial efforts to evict communities from their lands do not work, paramilitary groups are used to threaten them." The Colombia delegation will learn how national agrarian policies of development violate the human rights of campesinos and will delve into the history of the armed conflict and learn how its legacy continues to haunt the people of the area.
About the Indigenous People's Solidarity delegation, a CPT announcement said that the group will "explore what it means to be an ally to indigenous communities engaged in healing, resisting colonialism, and struggling for sovereignty. For years, Anishinaabe people in treaty 3 have been defending their land and way of life, and resisting imposed crises, such as mercury contamination of the English-Wabigoon river system 40 years ago which continues to poison fish that is a traditional staple of their diet. Also, clear-cut logging on their traditional land." Starting in Winnipeg, Manitoba, the delegation will meet with community development workers and indigenous leaders, spend time with the community in Grassy Narrows, undertake an analysis of colonialism, participate in anti-racism exercises, and critically reflect on how to live in right relations with the Earth and indigenous neighbors.
More information about the delegations is at https://cpt.org/participate/delegation/schedule .
-- Ruth Willert of Glendora (Calif.) Church of the Brethren, age 96, was celebrated recently for almost four decades of service as church organist. "Before she first played the organ at the Church of the Brethren in Glendora (at age 60), she was already a longtime piano teacher and accompanist with Glendora Unified School District," reported the San Gabriel Valley Tribune. "This month, Willert, at a gracious 96 years old, retires from her post at Sunday services. She's been making music here for more than 36 years." Find the newspaper article at www.sgvtribune.com/2018/05/11/96-year-old-glendora-church-organists-career-ends-with-a-crescendo .
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Here it gets clear what really means the realisation of the further down mentioned time slot-technology and what we will approach as far as technology, high technology, biotechnology, software engineering, PC-work and so forth are concerned.
Therefore only the users of the time slot-technology will be the future winners or who has missed the boat falls by the wayside.
For this reason the development and independent creation of a time slot should come first for every physicist, research institute or enterprise. Technical descriptions, as mentioned below, are circulating increasingly and it would be reasonable to yield precedence to labs with the required equipment.
Physical description:
In July 2000 the periodical "nature, profil" and other journals published the following experiment of the physicist Lijun L. Wang of the Nec Research Institute Princeton (NJ):
a) A pulsating laser beam is sent and strikes at first on a beam splitter which directs a part of the beam to a detector.
b) Afterwards the beam speeds through a translucent Caesiumgas chamber (2.364 in long). Due to the special characteristics of the gas the beam is transmitted with super light speed.
c) After that a second detector remeasures.
Result: the beam exits the Caesiumgas chamber 0,000000062 seconds before his enter.
This experiment proves scientifically that matter on atomic level exists in interacting lapses of varying speed. In the used Caesiumgas the beam is transmitted about 300 times faster and in water for about 30% slower than in vacuum. Consequently the speed of light depends on the relative time-influencing medium in which the beam passes. In consideration of these facts many characteristics of measurable radioactive matter, as radioactive decay, radiation, effects on organic matter up to the A-bomb are self-explaining as extreme examples.
How works the time slot:
In the experiment of Mr. Lijun L. Wang the pulsating laser beam changes during the contact to the Caesiumgas to the faster atomic course of the Caesiumgas by adapting the photon density and frequency of a pulsating laser beam to the atomic density and jump frequency of the Caesiumgas. According to this, seen from outside of the Caesiumgas, it seems that super light speed is created. If the created time difference is expressed in light speed, it corresponds to more than three hundred times of light speed.
Thus makes clear why the photon density and frequency of the pulsating laser beam can only be accelerated and transmitted in compliance with atom density and jump frequency of the Caesiumgas and data can only be transmitted by a different number and length each of ultra short pulsating laser pulses with intervals, as Morse code on laser base (laser morse beam).
Model 1)
To increase again and again the laser morse pulses in intervals and to send it on to the present, it is required to gain about 0,01 seconds in time. This gain in time can be made by adequate long contact of the laser morse pulses - intervals to the Caesiumgas in the Caesiumgas Mirror chamber in accordance with Model 1). For the relevant increase and the repeated sending of the laser morse pulses - intervals, from the future to the present, remain about 0,005 seconds at a time with the same gain in time.
Which program is required:
The PC is programmed as a video tape recorder so that at the intended time in the future data can be sent through ultra short laser morse pulses in intervals to the present, e.g. by means of a fast DVD - writing laser, but only if at the same time no laser morse pulse is transmitted.
1) By programming in the present a laser morse pulses - interval is sent in the future.
2) The same laser morse pulses - interval is sent as long through the Caesiumgas Mirror chamber and is again increased as it reaches us from the future (declining in time) in the present.
3) The laser morse pulses - interval is cleared after the readout and the data is saved.
4) Only after saving the data you are enabled to send the next, beginning before the last laser morse pulses - interval from the future by an automatic change of the programming of the PC in the present.
The maximum length of a single laser morse pulses - interval at the creation of a time slot according to Model 1) amounts to: approx. 1.641.000 yd
If the laser morse pulses - intervals are longer their top and end overlap each other and so they are transmitted incompletely.
Which information can be received from the future is already specified in the present provided that all time slot - components still work in the future, the incoming laser morse pulses - intervals increase automatically and repeatedly, the type of data in the future is compatible and no power and system failure are recognisable.
As a result you can permanently receive the expected data from the future in the selected distance to the present and you can e.g. browse in the net of the future.
The idea of the time slot-technology has been created to predict and avoid events as:
Calamities, climate changes, accidents, crime, the acceleration of important technological and medical research, as well as long-term studies made in advance of the application of new drugs or the release of genetically manipulated plants for food, etc. In form of diary-services time slots could be available for money to private users in the Internet, that means a nearby inexhaustible source of money.
To cancel unexpected developments of the time slot-technology, a new future can be created through changes in the past by a drive system that works without mass loss and which accelerates in the space to super light speed.
It has already been proved in experiments that time moves backwards, if we move faster than the light.
With the following drive system you can accelerate without mass loss:
In Model 2) you can see in a very simple, mechanically represented, way the principle of the system of the centrifugal force drive.
After the centrifugal force increased at the square speed (of rotation), light speed can be reached, as well as exceeded and other stars or earlier time phases can be reached by the means of a spaceship with appropriate instrumentation, an electric drive on supraconductor base, the mini Helium 3 reactor of Mr. Gerald Kulcinsky and the system of the centrifugal force drive.
To increase the efficiency, in a future construction the driving masses should be driven by supra -conducting magnet coils in huge electromagnetic connected and overlapping circular paths and should be kept together in the required positions. The principle of the system still remains the same as represented in Model 2).
To reach the largest possible radius, the driving circles should be located in the outermost circle of the spaceship, that also explains why UFO's were often described as round and flat disks.
Model 2)
If 4 pendulums, as represented in Model 2), are kept in contrarotating circular paths so that their centrifugal and accelerating forces cancel each other out, 2 x 2 contrarotating main force directions are created.
If 2 pendulums at a time, without changing the circular paths, at the moment of the forwards or backwards directed occurrence of the forces are moved against the acceleration direction and at the moment of the lateral occurrence of the forces are moved backwards again, the driving system and the life load incidental thereto, according to the difference in forces, are accelerated forwards by these movements.
At a time when the first visionaries stated that the Earth is no disk, but round, they were smiled at and ignored. If we state that the time doesn't stop at the present, but that the future is made from thoughts, ambitions and activities and can be used with the aid of the time slot-technology and to put the entire potential of humanity in hand, so will we also be smiled at and nobody will believe us?
It won't be difficult to start to criticise, therefore we ask you to develop and improve suggestion, you will improve more than you can imagine today.
We hope you can take advantage of the above-mentioned descriptions, otherwise please pass them to the appropriate place or person.
(The author and the above-mentioned persons are not responsible for possible actions and consequences based on this representations.)
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But Europe isn't America, and according to Satyr, "Americans have a different understanding of extreme-metal music.
"It's kind of weird," he continued, "because death metal is a part of what I call extreme-metal music, and death metal has more to do with America than Europe, that's for sure. It seems like there is a lot of confusion as to who's, where it concerns black metal and death metal. Europeans pinpointed a long time ago who's black metal and what bands are important. The American kids don't seem to have the slightest clue about that, so you find yourself in a situation where a band that is not popular in Europe at all ... can do really well in America, while other bands that have very solid standings in Europe are not doing very well in America. It's hard to predict.
"If I was to go by the reception and the overall status of a band like SATYRICON in Europe, I would say that [the record] is going to do extremely well in America. But given what I just explained, you never know."
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Walk into any bathroom on campus and you can learn about the popular drugs teens are using today. Vapor residue from oil pens and vape pens (full of nicotine) can often be seen when visiting the restroom. Drug usage among teens is nothing new. Drugs have been the choice of teenage rebellion since they were first introduced. With the recent popularity of oil pens and vaping, drugs that were more popular in earlier decades are now on the rise again. Marijuana and nicotine usage is now more popular than other "party" drugs.
"I don't really want to get into any hard drugs, I don't want to do something that could seriously affect me, so weed and nicotine is all I use," said Bryan a junior at Gresham High School.
Bryan, and many other students that think the same way, may not be right about marijuana according to Jesse Schram, a Clinical Social Worker and expert on addiction at Boston Children's Hospital.
"Our research says if you're smoking marijuana heavily over a long course of time your IQ can actually drop," Schram said. "Marijuana and other substances can lead to other developmental problems like slowed motor control, motivation, and even loss of short term memory."
Despite the research Schram says that students nationwide don't see marijuana drug use as a problem.
"It's kind of like this socially learned thing as well, if you're around it at home or with friends, it becomes normal," said Schram.
It is not uncommon to see students use substances such as oil pens containing marijuana, vapes, and other prohibited substances during school hours and many staff members don't fully know how big this problem actually is.
"In the bathrooms, I've only seen other students using oil pens and mainly juuls," an anonymous sophomore said.
Students have tended to just turn a blind eye to other students using these banned substances because they have been "normalized". But why do students like to use these substances in the first place? "I think it's that kids love the cultural cachet of being "cool" and getting high is seen as "cool" and rebellious and edgy, as well as feeling good," English teacher Ms. Ginger said. "I do think some kids might use because of emotional situations that they are otherwise unable to escape."
Wanting to fit in at high school is a very common thing for high schoolers, but there are also some students that use due to mental disorders such as depression or anxiety and even to cope with abuse, and issues at home. Substances can act as an escape for these young adults.
"We've seen people that have had trauma and abuse that went to substance use because of it," Schram said.
Students often use these drugs at school, maybe to escape problems on campus.
"For obvious reasons the bathrooms [are where students use banned substances] if they are on campus, but if they will go off campus, its during lunch, late starts and early dismissals," Mr. Shields, GHS security officer said.
Many staff members are aware that drug use is a problem at Gresham but don't actually know how big this problem is. Estimates vary on the percentage of the student body who use drugs.
"I think it's around 30/35% of the students who use," Ginger said.
"It may be a sum of 60% [that use]," Shields said.
It would be very hard to get an accurate number and percentage of the students who use because many students would not be honest if asked.
According to Shields, on average a student gets in trouble every 12 days for intoxication or drugs.
"It's probably between 10 to 20 cases a year so about 15 on average," Shields said.
If someone does get into trouble for intoxication or drugs the student is suspended and then issued a school order drug test, the student must then have a meeting with the assistant principal to get re-established at school.
Drugs have become normal for students at Gresham to see, even though all may not be comfortable with them. Students may not think it will have an effect on them but studies say otherwise. Drug usage, even casually like many cases seen at GHS, can cause long term effects that can have negative consequences far beyond high school.


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"General Grant seriously remarked to a particularly bright young woman that Venice would be a fine city if it were drained." Henry Adams in The Education of Henry Adams
"The best way to see as much as possible of Venice in a short time," said Silvana the Guide, "is to walk from the Piazza San Marco to the Santa Lucia train station, then come back to the piazza on a vaporetto, via the Grand Canal." That was probably the single best piece of touring advice we got on the entire trip.
The two mile Grand Canal is the main waterway through Venice, making an S shaped course from San Marco to the Santa Chiara Church, just past the train station. Many of the grandest palaces and churches, and all the hotels that I could never afford, are on the Grand Canal. And a vaporetto — a public water bus — ride on the canal is the cheapest (our ride cost 7.5 euros) and best way to see (at least, their exteriors) them all.
The white boat is a vaporetto.
Instead of walking to the train station and riding back to San Marco, Patricia and I did it the other way around. We caught the Line 1 vaporetto at the San Marco station, rode up the Grand Canal, then wandering slowly back to our hotel. That we decided on that route was completely a personal preference, but we learned later that there's a strategic advantage to it. Although there are 6 stops on Line 1 before the vaporetto gets to San Marco, those stops are not very popular. So the vaporetto was near empty when we started and not too long after we got on, we got seats right up at the front of the boat. It became squished standing-room only for folks who got on at later stops. And the vaporettos we saw leaving the train station going back toward San Marco were jammed.
Unlike General Grant, I don't think that Venice would be better for having less water. But I must say that if I were a Venetian, I won't choose to live on the canal. Close-up, it's not that appealing. Gliding down its center with eyes focused on the distance, however, it's as lovely as any romantic soul can desire. It's more Shelley than Grant: "Venice, it's temples and palaces did seem like fabrics of enchantment piled to heaven."
The pair of hands, coming out of the water to support the 15th century building that's now the Ca'Sagredo Hotel, is an art installation called "Support." Climate support scientists say that the Mediterranean is rising and that Venice could be submerged by 2100. The hands represent the power of humans to stop it.
The hotel was once a palace belonging to the aristocratic Sagredo family. Nicolo Sagredo was a 17th century doge of Venice. Forbes says that it's known for its "meticulous preservation of the palace's original frescoes, stuccoes, paintings, and other works of art…." Its least expensive room — a double with no canal view — starts at 435 euros a night. They don't even give a price for their most expensive offering: the Grand Canal Panoramic Suite, which features two bedrooms and faces the canal. Because, as we all know, if you have to ask, you can't afford it.
The covered Rialto Bridge (above) was constructed in the late sixteenth century and is one of four bridges across the Grand Canal. It's made of stone and there are shops inside.
The gondola in front of our vaporetto isn't in the best place it could be. The Grand Canal is very crowded with boats of all kinds, and tourists have been killed when vaporettos hit their gondola. After a tourist's death in 2013, the mayor of Venice proposed all kinds of waterway reforms. One was that gondolas wouldn't be allowed to cross from one side of the Grand Canal to the other. But judging the number of gondolas that cut across our bow, that provision, at least, didn't come to fruition.
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This is the interior (courtesy of Wikipedia):
I'd say that they chose to spend their money on the inside, wouldn't you?
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TV Review: CBS' '¡Rob!'
CBS debuts its new comedy, ¡Rob!, created by and starring Rob Schneider, on Jan. 12 at 8:30 p.m. The following are reviews from TV critics around the web, compiled by B&C.
"It's hard to know what ¡Rob! is going for as a comedy, unless there's some kind of prize for slothful execution with a blatantly obvious take on interracial marriage tossed in for spice." — Tim Goodman, The Hollywood Reporter
"In the larger sense, Schneider merely continues the same problem to which he and other Saturday Night Live alumni have always been prone. A setup that might work perfectly well for a two-minute SNL sketch can't always carry a half hour." — David Hinckley, New York Daily News
"¡Rob! takes a classic "Bridget Loves Bernie" setup — Anglo man marries Mexican American woman after whirlwind romance and now must meet her family — and manages to make it weirdly offensive to just about everyone, especially comedy lovers." — Mary McNamara, The Los Angeles Times
"By the time Rob Schneider has his pants around his ankles and is caught in a compromising position with an elderly grandmother on his new CBS sitcom, ¡Rob!, you won't be surprised. You may be horrified and nauseated, but definitely not surprised." — Emily Yahr, The Washington Post
"Essentially, it's every sitcom you've ever seen about an annoying, schlubby guy inexplicably married to an understanding hot chick, mixed with a bunch of clumsy, borderline-offensive jokes about Rob's misunderstanding of his in-laws' culture." — Alan Sepinwall, HitFix