Mercy Connections is a nonprofit organization that empowers people to make significant life changes through education, mentoring, and community. Their programs provide education that gives people the opportunity to gain knowledge and skills, as well as gain a new perspective. Mentoring helps people hold their vision for themselves and form equal, meaningful bonds. Being part of the community allows people to become active members and realize how their actions affect others. Mercy Connections serves those society has given up on through non-judgmental acceptance and love to help facilitate transformative life changes.
Here’s a presentation I created from my latest blog post on International Volunteerism. It includes helpful tips you can use make sure that your participation in international volunteerism is more helpful than harmful.
I am thankful to all my Seniors and Juniors who had given me kind words in this autograph.
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Here’s a presentation I created from my latest blog post on International Volunteerism. It includes helpful tips you can use make sure that your participation in international volunteerism is more helpful than harmful.
I am thankful to all my Seniors and Juniors who had given me kind words in this autograph.
Change History:
27 July 1st Upload
27 July Revision, change typo Jeanie to Jeannie
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
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.
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.
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.
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).
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.
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
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.
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
2. Mercy Connections is an educational non-profit organization living the legacy of the Sisters of Mercy with an enduring concern for women. By compassionately nurturing self-sufficiency through education, mentoring and community, people are empowered to make significant life changes.
4. “I ENJOYED THE CLASSES AND GAINED ALOT OF KNOWLEDGE TO HELP ME MOVE ON IN MY LIFES JOURNEY.” “I have changed my perspective. I used to think in black and white now I realize there is a range of growth between being a success and the opposite.” “I learned that I really enjoy communicating my ideas to others. I loved that the process helped me gain skills in an area that I am traditionally weak.”
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6. “It’s given me the opportunity to really take an in depth look at my own self and see where it is I keep getting stuck and what I need to do to move past that, to move into fulfilling work, to rise above my addictions or circumstances and to succeed.”
8. “My mentor helps me hold my vision for myself when I forget.” “As I led this program, I began to step back from being ‘the leader’. I tried to move toward a more genuinely equal scenario… because of this, the spirit and bond that was created this year especially is something I will never forget..”
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10. “We are 2 women, both mothers, and she is not less of a person because of her mistakes. I try to tell her ‘I learn a lot from you’ too.” “I had been clean and sober for three years. I had no clue what my next step was and then hooked up with Mercy Connections. I took two of their programs this year and thanks to them I will never be the same.”
12. “My program gave me a chance to be active in the community. I feel a part of the community now” “Now I realize that my actions have a ripple effect on the world around me.” “We are different because we take time to listen and for adults in Burlington they need that… that time is gold.”
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14. “We are serving people that society has often given up on. We never say no to a second, third, fourth, etc. chance. It takes a long time of non-judgemental hospitality, acceptance and love to help people to make transformative life changes.” “ We Focus on humanity and humility.”
Editor's Notes
MC- an educational non-profit serving mostly women who are making big life changes to become self-sufficient.