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A New Picture
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 Mount Olive will have a
picture directory. We would like someone to volunteer to work with the photographer to make this directory a reality. We are looking for someone that is available to be the liaison between our members and the photography company. This will take considerable time over a two month period. If you are interested in taking on this very rewarding job, please contact Pat in the office.
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Your Assistance is Still Needed!!! New Directories
Thanks to everyone who called or came in to update their information. You are great! We are up dating our Membership directory: Take a look at your most recent directory or one of the directories in the Parish Center office or in the Narthex. If any of your information has changed, please take a few moments and call/email any changes. Thanks for your assistance!
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MORE BOOKS FOR YOUR SUMMER READING ARE NOW AVAILABLE |
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PRAYERS FOR SALE by Sandra Dallas tells of 86-year-old Hennie Comfort’s life in 1936 in a rugged Colorado mining town, and
AN ABSENCE SO GREAT is part two of Jane Kirkpatrick’s biographical novels about her grandmother’s quest to find fulfillment as a photographer and as a woman.
…...and from Pastor, Author, Editor Marshall Johnson (also father of Mount Olive members Jennifer Johnson and Cathy Greeley)
- THE APOSTLES’ CREED, A USER’S GUIDE
- DAY BY DAY, DAILY READINGS FROM MARTIN LUTHER
- THE EVOLUTION OF CHRISTIANITY, 12 CRISES THAT SHAPED THE CHURCH
- PSALMS THROUGH THE YEAR, SPIRITUAL EXERCISES FOR EVERY DAY
- MAKING SENSE OF THE BIBLE, LITERARY TYPE AS AN APPROACH TO UNDER
STANDING.
Thanks to Jennifer Johnson and Betty Christenberry for their gifts.
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Pastors Sermons |
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Have you ever thought that you would like to listen to Pastor’s sermon again? Now you can. If you are a snowbird, you also can hear Pastor’s sermon.
All you have to do is to go to the church website. |
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(http://www,mountoliveonline.net) |
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Click on “Pastor Jim’s Message” and click on the arrow to hear the past Sunday’s service which was edited for the KNLB radio service.
If you see a message that says you need to download a plug-in, click on the Windows Media Player. This is a free media player.
Thank you to Al Siegert for recording and editing the services, and to
Marquita McKnight for putting it on the web site. I substitute for Al when he need a day off.
Lee Nord |
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From our Parish Nurse |
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“To Be or Not To Be?” |
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There have been numerous times when people have questioned, when should I call 911? Yes, I realize that Lake Havasu City is a small town, but please do not risk your life (or the lives of others) thinking that you can get to the hospital faster if you drive yourself or if a loved one drives you there. I’ve seen the tragic outcome of making this choice. When 911 is called, the care begins at the time of the call.
Lake Havasu City is blessed with a great emergency response team. They arrive on scene with not only equipment, but an amazing skill set that makes a nurse envious (at least this nurse). Even if the call goes out in the middle of the night, they are instantly awake, functioning as if they have been awake for hours, and able to multi-task. They elicit answers to many medical questions, do a quick head-to-toe assessment, start oxygen, establish an intravenous line, and rapidly begin advanced treatment (based on pre-established protocols). And if needed, they have access to a doctor they communicate with via a radio in the emergency room. And while that ambulance ride may cost you money, it can and often does save your life.
These are some of the reasons for calling 911:
Chest Pain, even if you think it isn’t that bad. One of the biggest causes of sudden death in chest pain patients is cardiac dysrythmia (that is the reason that so many places have AEDs).
If you are a diabetic and feel very ill, with nausea, vomiting, and weakness that persist after treatment, you could be having a heart attack. Diabetics are known for peripheral neuropathy (reduced pain or absence of pain). Our bodies have defense mechanisms, one of which is very diminished gastro-intestinal function. The body is preparing to deal with a medical crisis and that is the one system of the human body that isn’t needed in an emergency.
Syncope: a loss of consciousness always warrants a ride to the emergency room (ER).
New on-set of a seizure. This can be a neurological or cardiac emergency. Sometimes ventricular fibrillation (the heart muscle is having the seizure). Start the ABC’s of CPR, call 911, and get the AED.
Stroke: this is a change in neurological function and you will look for slurred speech, the outer corner of the eye and/or mouth on the same side of the face droops, loss of or diminished function of one side of the body.
Major Bleeding: this can be from the mouth, bowels, or a laceration. Bleeding from the gastro-intestinal system can increase quickly. In the case of a laceration, apply pressure with a clean hand towel that is folded in 1/8th, stay calm, get off of your feet, and if that towel becomes saturated within two to three minutes, you need to call 911 (especially if you are on any blood thinners).
When you must call 911, take a deep breath, stay calm, and start with who, what, when, and where. The dispatcher will ask several questions that will prepare the medics for the task at hand and the extra equipment and/or supplies they may need. They will give you instructions regarding what to do to prepare for the response team’s arrival. The dispatcher will usually stay on the line, or she will tell you to hang up, and if she does, stay off the phone, as they may call back. If it is night time, you should turn on the outside lights.
You should have all the current prescription medications available. If you do not know CPR, the dispatcher will talk you through each step of what to do, and any other things that need to be done until the medics get there. They want a good outcome just like you do, and they are prepared to talk you through what ever needs to be done. You need the medics and they need you. It is an amazing thing to see people with no medical experience rise to the occasion and do each step the dispatcher explains to the person on the other end of the telephone. And it helps you and the family to stay calm and focused while taking an active role in the task at hand.
— B.J. Philo
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Stephen Ministry is working iIn our church world |
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Several of our Stephen Ministers have been asked this question and, since there does seem to be some confusion, I felt I should address this in The Olive Branch.
Put simply, Stephen Ministry is a system for......."one-on-one" Christian Care-giving.
A Stephen Minister is trained for more than 50 hours in such areas as "Feelings, Yours, Mine and Ours", "The Art of Listening", "Distinctively Christian Caring", "Assertiveness: Relating Gently and Firmly", "Confidentiality", "Using Community Resources" "Closing the Caring Relationship" and "Supervision".
Once a Stephen Minister has been commissioned and receives a "Care Receiver" he/she begins supervision. The purposes of supervision are directed at the emotions of the Stephen Minister, so very little is ever said about the Care Receiver or his/her problems. We are there for each other when the spiritual and emotional situations that they are dealing with, in their caring relationship, may be difficult for them to handle alone.
Along with Supervision are continuing education classes such as Ministering to those ........... experiencing grief,
>dealing with depression,
>who are experiencing terminal illnesses along with their family and friends,
>who require emotional support before, during and after hospitalization,
>who are experiencing the losses related to aging,
>who require long term care,
>who are going though divorce,
>pregnancy and childbirth,
>and generally providing spiritual care.
On a more personal level, I began working as a Stephen Minister and Leader almost 20 years ago and have also had the benefit of a Stephen Minister's care while I was going through the emotional upheaval of a divorce ending a 35 year old marriage. The emotional, spiritual, and practical help I received from my Stephen Minister was priceless.
It is our hope that when you feel the need for additional spiritual support you will call on us to serve you.
We also ask.......if you are able....... to consider joining our ranks when we begin new classes in the fall. Don't hesitate to ask any of us (just look for the blue badges) or Pastor Jim if you have further questions.
Thank you for your interest and support,
Maryanne S. Ferraro, Stephen Leader (453-1360).
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OPERATION GRATITUDE - |
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seeks to lift morale and put smiles on faces by sending care packages addressed to individual Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Marines deployed overseas. Mount Olive is collecting beanie babies, writing letters, knitting and crocheting neck scarves, and sewing neck Gaters to be mailed around October 1, 2010. I have included two responses from our soldiers so you can read how much they need our support.
1. One of our younger troops actually held his package over his head and yelled he'd finally gotten a package from someone!!! Posted on June 23, 2010—8:15 AM
2. On behalf of the Marines and Sailors of 3d Battalion, 1st Marines, I would like to say thank you for the time and effort you have invested in Operation Gratitude. We are a Marine Corps infantry battalion from Camp Pendleton Ca, and we are currently serving in Helmand Province, Afghanistan. Shortly after we arrived at this location we received a package from Operation Gratitude, the contents of which were shared by many grateful Marines. It takes an altruistic and dedicated individual to set time aside for an unfamiliar person, and for that we are very appreciative. We especially enjoyed reading through the enclosed pamphlet in which you all introduced yourselves to us. It was nice to see that our neighbors and veterans residing in California support and care for us, and I know that I speak for everyone when I say that your words reminded us of our friends and families. Today, on Memorial Day, we wish to return the gratitude you have shown to America’s servicemen and women. I hope you will set aside the dilemmas we all face day to day, and take pride in the fact that your efforts help to brighten our days. For all of you who have served, and have family members who have served, thank you and have a Happy Memorial Day. Semper Fidelis Respectfully, D. R. T.
There are mailboxes for the letters, and containers for the completed scarves and neck Gaters in the Church Narthex. We also have boxes in the lobby of the Parish Center for your convenience.
Our troops need our support!
Let’s ALL get involved and bring some sunshine to the
hearts of our military. Let them know we care!
Need more info, call Kathy Sporre 855-1704.
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ATTENTION ANYONE NEEDING PRAYERS |
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In case you haven’t noticed, in the narthex and Parish Center, in a very conspicuous place, there is a PRAYER box. If you have a prayer you would prefer to have private, you can fill out the card available at the box and place it inside.
We have a small group, Pastor’s Prayer Warriors, who will be checking the box frequently to take the cards to the Sanctuary and pray about anything you would like us to pray for. If you need a Prayer immediately, please inform the Prayer Chain as it
has immediate attention.
We’re waiting to Pray. |
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Kitchen Cleaning for July is
Lois Circle
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WOMEN OF
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Don’t forget, we still need you to clip and bring coupons for Chin-up
- Tabs from soda cans
- Labels for education from General Mills cereal and other food boxes
- Barcode from Campbell soups
- Cut stamps from envelopes and bring them all to the Church narthex
- Pull-tabs from soda cans are collected to help raise money for the Ronald McDonald House
- Box Tops for Education
Program is offered by the General Mills Company- labels are found on more than 100 different General Mills Products and are about one-inch long. They have expiration dates, so please be aware of that.
- We are also collecting any kind of postage stamps. These stamps are being collected and sent to a church group across Norway
Thank you so much!
This helps many in our community. |
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WHITE BURRO SALE! |
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It’s never too soon to start thinking about the White Burro Sale which will be held during the last week of October, 2010, at Mount Olive. When you’re cleaning closets, cupboards, garages, yards, or anything else, keep your eyes peeled for items you wish to donate to the White Burro Sale.
Your donations are very
much appreciated.
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VISITATION MINISTRY NEWS |
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In coordination with BJ Philo, BSN, RN we have been able to serve many of our congregation who have been hospitalized and required some at-home nursing information or care. It is important that members contact the church office - 855-2299 or Suzanne Waldron at 846-5799 - so that we can know that you are ill or in the hospital. We are always ready to assist you in any way that is needed, and Holy Communion will be brought to you when requested.
My sincere thanks to Pastor Jim, Vereen White and BJ Philo, BSN, RN for carrying on for me while I was in the hospital. I also want to thank the members of the congregation who held me in prayer during my illness. As Pastor Jim says - "Prayer changes things." This is true in my case for my health has been restored and I am ready to serve our Lord and our church once again. My service is a blessing to me. Every day I have the opportunity to visit parishioners I know and then I meet persons whom I have never known, and they quickly become friends.
Our Parish Nurse program is working out very well and BJ Philo, BSN, RN is ready to serve you at any time. Don't forget that blood pressure checks are taken at the Church Parish Center on the first and third Wednesday at 9:00 a.m. Keeping your blood pressure in check is important to your health, so don't hesitate to take advantage of this service.
May God continue to bless you, our church and those who minister.
Suzanne Waldron, Visitation Minister
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Fellowship Board |
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- continues to look for volunteers to bring new ideas for fellowship for Mount Olive. We plan to have dinner parties in the fall.
Look for more information to come in the next Olive Branch and in bulletin announcements beginning in July.
We plan to start poster/sign-up sheets in August and hope to begin the dinners in September.
If would like to meet members who may not attend your service and get to know more people in our church family, please sign up. The Board will not be holding meetings in July or August.
If you would like to join, have new ideas, or just need to contact the Board, please call Alice Hayes, chairperson, at 764-3594 and leave a message.
Our next is scheduled for Sept. 2 at 6:30 pm; we hope to see you there.
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