On Thursday, Nov. 3, 2011, the Rainbow House youth shelter participated in a public panel on youth homelessness at the Daniel Boone Regional Library. The Rainbow House organization includes a homeless youth shelter, children's emergency center, and child advocacy center. At the panel, homeless teens currently living at the Rainbow House shelter spoke about their experiences and how the shelter has helped them learn skills to become self-sufficient.
A look back on national adoption day 2013Judith Bell
According to National Adoption Day, the day designated for adoption across the country, 4,500 children in foster care were adopted this year on November 23rd.
A look back on national adoption day 2013Judith Bell
According to National Adoption Day, the day designated for adoption across the country, 4,500 children in foster care were adopted this year on November 23rd.
Jonathan Daniels Pilgrimage 2013 through Lifelong Learning at EDSDiane D'Souza
Lifelong Learning at Episcopal Divinity School (EDS) is marking the 50th Anniversary of the beginning of the Civil Rights Movement by joining the Jonathan Daniels and All Martyrs Annual Pilgrimage In Hayneville, Alabama. The event starts in Atlanta, Georgia on Friday, August 10th, with a visit to sites honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and moves on to the Civil Rights trail through Alabama on Saturday, August 11th. It concludes on Sunday the 12th. Come join us as EDS collaborates with the dioceses of Atlanta and Alabama to remember our nation's history, and to honor some of the martyrs of the Civil Rights Movement, including former Episcopal Theological School seminarian Jonathan Daniels.
Knights of columbus supported in columbia council 3302 in st. helensAnderson013
Roseburg Council 2939 collaborated with the youth group at St. Joseph High School to be able to coordinate a Father's Day breakfast just for charity, according to the representative of Knights of Columbus. The event raised more than $1,000 to send members of the youth group to a summer conference in Spokane, Wash.
Jonathan Daniels Pilgrimage 2013 through Lifelong Learning at EDSDiane D'Souza
Lifelong Learning at Episcopal Divinity School (EDS) is marking the 50th Anniversary of the beginning of the Civil Rights Movement by joining the Jonathan Daniels and All Martyrs Annual Pilgrimage In Hayneville, Alabama. The event starts in Atlanta, Georgia on Friday, August 10th, with a visit to sites honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and moves on to the Civil Rights trail through Alabama on Saturday, August 11th. It concludes on Sunday the 12th. Come join us as EDS collaborates with the dioceses of Atlanta and Alabama to remember our nation's history, and to honor some of the martyrs of the Civil Rights Movement, including former Episcopal Theological School seminarian Jonathan Daniels.
Knights of columbus supported in columbia council 3302 in st. helensAnderson013
Roseburg Council 2939 collaborated with the youth group at St. Joseph High School to be able to coordinate a Father's Day breakfast just for charity, according to the representative of Knights of Columbus. The event raised more than $1,000 to send members of the youth group to a summer conference in Spokane, Wash.
The Book of Joshua is the sixth book in the Hebrew Bible and the Old Testament, and is the first book of the Deuteronomistic history, the story of Israel from the conquest of Canaan to the Babylonian exile.
The Good News, newsletter for June 2024 is hereNoHo FUMC
Our monthly newsletter is available to read online. We hope you will join us each Sunday in person for our worship service. Make sure to subscribe and follow us on YouTube and social media.
Exploring the Mindfulness Understanding Its Benefits.pptxMartaLoveguard
Slide 1: Title: Exploring the Mindfulness: Understanding Its Benefits
Slide 2: Introduction to Mindfulness
Mindfulness, defined as the conscious, non-judgmental observation of the present moment, has deep roots in Buddhist meditation practice but has gained significant popularity in the Western world in recent years. In today's society, filled with distractions and constant stimuli, mindfulness offers a valuable tool for regaining inner peace and reconnecting with our true selves. By cultivating mindfulness, we can develop a heightened awareness of our thoughts, feelings, and surroundings, leading to a greater sense of clarity and presence in our daily lives.
Slide 3: Benefits of Mindfulness for Mental Well-being
Practicing mindfulness can help reduce stress and anxiety levels, improving overall quality of life.
Mindfulness increases awareness of our emotions and teaches us to manage them better, leading to improved mood.
Regular mindfulness practice can improve our ability to concentrate and focus our attention on the present moment.
Slide 4: Benefits of Mindfulness for Physical Health
Research has shown that practicing mindfulness can contribute to lowering blood pressure, which is beneficial for heart health.
Regular meditation and mindfulness practice can strengthen the immune system, aiding the body in fighting infections.
Mindfulness may help reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes and obesity by reducing stress and improving overall lifestyle habits.
Slide 5: Impact of Mindfulness on Relationships
Mindfulness can help us better understand others and improve communication, leading to healthier relationships.
By focusing on the present moment and being fully attentive, mindfulness helps build stronger and more authentic connections with others.
Mindfulness teaches us how to be present for others in difficult times, leading to increased compassion and understanding.
Slide 6: Mindfulness Techniques and Practices
Focusing on the breath and mindful breathing can be a simple way to enter a state of mindfulness.
Body scan meditation involves focusing on different parts of the body, paying attention to any sensations and feelings.
Practicing mindful walking and eating involves consciously focusing on each step or bite, with full attention to sensory experiences.
Slide 7: Incorporating Mindfulness into Daily Life
You can practice mindfulness in everyday activities such as washing dishes or taking a walk in the park.
Adding mindfulness practice to daily routines can help increase awareness and presence.
Mindfulness helps us become more aware of our needs and better manage our time, leading to balance and harmony in life.
Slide 8: Summary: Embracing Mindfulness for Full Living
Mindfulness can bring numerous benefits for physical and mental health.
Regular mindfulness practice can help achieve a fuller and more satisfying life.
Mindfulness has the power to change our perspective and way of perceiving the world, leading to deeper se
HANUMAN STORIES: TIMELESS TEACHINGS FOR TODAY’S WORLDLearnyoga
Hanuman Stories: Timeless Teachings for Today’s World" delves into the inspiring tales of Hanuman, highlighting lessons of devotion, strength, and selfless service that resonate in modern life. These stories illustrate how Hanuman's unwavering faith and courage can guide us through challenges and foster resilience. Through these timeless narratives, readers can find profound wisdom to apply in their daily lives.
Lesson 9 - Resisting Temptation Along the Way.pptxCelso Napoleon
Lesson 9 - Resisting Temptation Along the Way
SBs – Sunday Bible School
Adult Bible Lessons 2nd quarter 2024 CPAD
MAGAZINE: THE CAREER THAT IS PROPOSED TO US: The Path of Salvation, Holiness and Perseverance to Reach Heaven
Commentator: Pastor Osiel Gomes
Presentation: Missionary Celso Napoleon
Renewed in Grace
The PBHP DYC ~ Reflections on The Dhamma (English).pptxOH TEIK BIN
A PowerPoint Presentation based on the Dhamma Reflections for the PBHP DYC for the years 1993 – 2012. To motivate and inspire DYC members to keep on practicing the Dhamma and to do the meritorious deed of Dhammaduta work.
The texts are in English.
For the Video with audio narration, comments and texts in English, please check out the Link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zF2g_43NEa0
In Jude 17-23 Jude shifts from piling up examples of false teachers from the Old Testament to a series of practical exhortations that flow from apostolic instruction. He preserves for us what may well have been part of the apostolic catechism for the first generation of Christ-followers. In these instructions Jude exhorts the believer to deal with 3 different groups of people: scoffers who are "devoid of the Spirit", believers who have come under the influence of scoffers and believers who are so entrenched in false teaching that they need rescue and pose some real spiritual risk for the rescuer. In all of this Jude emphasizes Jesus' call to rescue straying sheep, leaving the 99 safely behind and pursuing the 1.
What Should be the Christian View of Anime?Joe Muraguri
We will learn what Anime is and see what a Christian should consider before watching anime movies? We will also learn a little bit of Shintoism religion and hentai (the craze of internet pornography today).
The Chakra System in our body - A Portal to Interdimensional Consciousness.pptxBharat Technology
each chakra is studied in greater detail, several steps have been included to
strengthen your personal intention to open each chakra more fully. These are designed
to draw forth the highest benefit for your spiritual growth.
Evangelization in the footsteps of Saint Vincent de Paul
Homelessness and those who fight it
1. COLUMBIA- On Thursday, Nov. 3, 2011, the Rainbow House participated in a public panel on youth homeless at Daniel
Boone Regional Library. The Rainbow House organization includes a homeless youth shelter, a children's emergency center
and a child advocacy center. (11/3/2011, Allie Hinga, J2150F News)
2. COLUMBIA- Columbia residents gathered Thursday, Nov. 3, 2011 to see some teenagers from Sol House speak on a youth
homelessness panel. This part of Rainbow House provides a place where teenagers can live up to 18 months rent free, finish
their education, find employment and learn to be self-sufficient. (11/3/2011, Allie Hinga, J2150F News)
3. COLUMBIA- Claire Slama, the homeless youth program director, introduced the youth panel on Thursday, Nov. 3, 2011.
Slama said 100 percent of the teens who entered the emergency shelter have transitioned to safe housing.(11/3/2011, Allie
Hinga, J2150F News)
4. COLUMBIA- The Rainbow House youth panel consisted of three homeless teens currently living at Sol House and one at the
children's emergency shelter waiting to move to Sol House. The Sol House is the home for teenagers that Rainbow House
opened in 2007. It has housed 65 teens since its opening. (11/3/2011, Allie Hinga, J2150F News)
5. COLUMBIA- Diamond, who spoke on the panel, is a teenager that currently lives at Sol House. She spoke about how her
experiences there have helped her learn to open her mind to try new things. (11/3/2011, Allie Hinga, J2150F News)
6. COLUMBIA- A.J. spoke on the homeless youth panel Thursday, Nov. 3, 2011. AJ spoke about how she will graduate high
school in 2012 and wants to be a designer and work with artists. (11/3/2011, Allie Hinga, J2150F News)
7. COLUMBIA- The Missouri United Methodist Church offers a meal on Wednesdays that provides a place for the church
congregation to interact with the community's students and homeless population. The program, called Wednesday Night
Live, has been going on for over 10 years. (11/2/2011, Margaret Bedwell, J2150F News)
8. COLUMBIA- Participants in the Missouri United Methodist Church's Wednesday Night Live dinner help themselves to the
food provided. The church offers a hot catered meal every Wednesday during the academic year. (11/2/2011, Margaret
Bedwell, J2150F News)
9. COLUMBIA- The Missouri United Methodist Church serves the dinner in their new multipurpose room that was an addition
to the church last year. The attendance to the event varies with an average of 60 to 70 people that come each week.
(11/2/2011, Margaret Bedwell, J2150F News)
10. COLUMBIA- The Missouri United Methodist Church provided a meal of barbecued ribs, corn, rolls, green beans, baked
beans and cookies Wednesday, Nov. 2, 2011. The meal content varies each week. (11/2/2011, Margaret Bedwell, J2150F
News)
11. COLUMBIA- Rylie Miller and her babysitter Hannah McCort attend the dinner every Wednesday before choir practice. Rylie
and Hannah are both regular attendees of the Missouri United Methodist Church. (11/2/2011, Margaret Bedwell, J2150F
News)
12. COLUMBIA- The Food Bank for Central and Northeast Missouri is located on 2101 Vandiver Drive. The food bank is a storage
and distribution center for food items in bulk. (11/11/2011, Margaret Bedwell, J2150F News)
13. COLUMBIA- The Food Bank does not give food to people from this location; rather, it just collects the food. The bank serves
32 counties from the Ozarks to the Iowa and Illinois border. (11/11/2011, Margaret Bedwell, J2150F News)
14. COLUMBIA- Twenty pounds of food can be bought with every $2 donated to The Food Bank. It serves 135 agencies and the
average turnaround time for food is 10 days. (11/11/2011, Margaret Bedwell, J2150F News)
15. COLUMBIA- Buddy Packs is a program providing food to hungry elementary-aged students. It started from a story of when
one student wouldn't get on the bus to go home for spring break. When a teacher asked why, the student said there wasn't
any food at home. Now the program serves 8,500 kids at 137 schools. (11/11/2011, Margaret Bedwell, J2150F News).
16. COLUMBIA- The Food Bank has a cooler that can store hundreds of pounds of fresh food. The cooler was recently renovated
and is now twice the size it used to be. (11/11/2011, Margaret Bedwell, J2150F News)
17. COLUMBIA- On Friday Nov. 11, 2011, volunteers separate the bulk food and put it into bags. Last year, volunteers
contributed 66,000 hours of work, which is the equivalent of 33 full-time employees. (11/11/2011, Margaret
Bedwell, J2150F News).