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 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
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
4. TELFORD CAMPUS REMINDER
With the arrival of fall weather,
please remember to close and lock
any windows opened during use
of a room on a warm day.
Thank you!
6. Calling All Parents!
Please fill out our online
survey to help us
serve you better.
Go to
www.pennvalleychurch.org
and click on the
Parent Survey image
to complete it.
Thank you!
7. Call 215-723-5896 or email gcs@gcs-online.org
to learn more and arrange a tour.
NOW ENROLLING
10. Giant A+ Rewards
Program
Support GCS by using your Giant
A+ Reward Card. Visit
www.giantfoodstores.com/aplus
You just need your store card
and our school number: 03582
It’s that easy!
Fundraiser
11. GCS is selling Kidstuff Coupon
Books!
The cost is $25/book.
They are available now through
October 21st at the GCS Front
Desk or from any GCS student!
Families will earn 1 FREE book for
every 5 they sell!
12.
13. GCS Lawn Signs
Support GCS by placing one
of these signs on your lawn!
Signs are available through
the school office or you
can pick one up in the
church lobby.
Thank you!
Fundraiser
14. Penn Valley Church is now
participating in Amazon Smile!
Amazon will donate 0.5% of the
eligible Amazon Smile purchases.
Proceeds benefit
Grace Christian School.
AMAZON SMILE!
15. Now Offering Online Giving at www.pennvalleychurch.org
Through Text Messaging
215-352-5442
On our Church Website
Questions? Contact the church office at 215-723-5890.
16. A new Christian non-profit organization to
help single mothers and their children
by offering care. Along The Way is
looking for caregivers to help.
Go to www.alongthewaypa.org for info.
17. WHAT IS GOD UP TO WHEN WE ARE HURTING?
1st & 3rd Tuesdays of every month
in the Coffee House at 10AM.
A look at the Scriptures and referencing the books:
“When God Weeps” by Joni Eareckson Tada and Barb Wooler’s devotional
“30 Days to a more Resilient Faith: Finding God in the Midst of the Storm”.
Childcare provided.
See Judi Orme for details: 267-446-1369|pedal.pusher7@gmail.com
18. Pig Roast and Concert Featuring The Alfred James
Band (cello driven acoustic rock)
All proceeds from this fundraiser will go to the
Worner family to help offset medical expenses.
To purchase tickets online visit www.pennvalleychurch.org and go to the “Events” tab.
Or you can purchase tickets by contacting:
Diana O’Brien – 215-805-6413
Jen Fretz – 267-421-7887
Brian Landis – 215-852-7173
Bring
Lawn Chairs
19. Zion Choral Set-up Night
Monday, November 7 ~ 7PM
We’re in need of helping hands to set up risers
& folding chairs for the Choir’s rehearsal
& performance. Please call the church office if
you are available to help.
20. Sunday, November 13 ~ 3PM
Join us for a wonderful afternoon of gorgeous
music here at Penn Valley. You’ll see some
familiar faces who belong to Zion Choral.
22. The Telford Campus Nursery is where the
gather. If you’d like to help in the Nursery,
contact coordinators Stephanie Shaw
(215-256-8316/267-254-8134) or
Deb Zender (215-256-6824/267-342-1671).
23. WE ARE IN NEED OF ADDITIONAL HELP FOR OUR
IF YOU CAN HELP IN ANY WAY,
please contact coordinators
Stephanie Shaw (215-256-8316) or
Deb Zender (215-256-6824). THANK YOU!
24.
25. Online Church Directory
Would you like to…
…have your family added to the directory?
…change your address or phone number?
…have an updated family picture taken?
Contact the church office or e-mail us at
directory@pennvalleychurch.org
Get the Instant Church Directory smartphone app or download the PDF from the website.
27. •Do you enjoy using
computers?
•Have you used
Power Point for
School or work
Presentations?
•Do you have a desire to
help lead people into
worship using technology?
•Are you searching for an
area that you can serve?
Penn Valley Tech Crew
Using Technology to help edify
and establish the Church
See Dean Stoneback
with any questions!
28. Telford Campus Women’s
Prayer Project
Each Sunday, the women of the Telford
Campus gather for a few minutes after the
morning worship service to pray for the
requests left in the prayer box at the
Welcome Center. Please add your
requests and join us to pray.
29. YOUTH
Please remember to keep
the ministry of GO2 in your prayers:
- Pray for the Circles of Grace project, that
many would commit to pray for the U.S.
- Pray for the Grounds4Good venture.
- Pray as the new Training feature takes off.
-Pray for the staff – Pastor Tim, Jim, Michelle,
Arnold, Kenn, Dru, Scott, Steve, Michel &
Mike.
Thank you!
30. Join our faithful
prayer warriors for a time
of intercessory prayer.
Meet in the Telford
Campus Library.
Intercessory Prayer – 9AM
Every 1st & 3rd Wednesday
