Being an “older adult” myself, it was interesting to research this topic. Depression is a common illness in older adults, but “clinical depression” is not a normal part of aging. As we get older, life can bring challenges such as a serious diagnosis, stroke, loss of a spouse or beloved friend, downsizing to a different home, etc. While these events can cause sadness and grief, most older [...]
Light of Christ's Columbarium Committee has been working diligently for several months planning for the creation of a Columbarium and Memorial Garden at Light of Christ. Please see the video link below to view information on the plans to date and also information on an upcoming Congregational Meeting scheduled for Sunday, October 24 at 9:30 am. The purpose of the meeting will be for Light of Christ [...]
Light of Christ’s Endowment Committee is pleased to share with you that a portion of this year’s distributions from the Endowment Fund provided support to Nourishing Hope, a non-profit organization in our community that provides the monthly Food Drops at five churches in our area – Light of Christ being one of them. Nourishing Hope has purchased a refrigerator truck to help further enhance their [...]
August 22, 2021 Dear Sisters and Brothers of Light of Christ, I’m writing on behalf of the Church Council to let you know that at our Council meeting this past week we decided to, once again, implement the latest recommendation of the CDC and the MN Department of Health. Their current recommendation is that everyone should wear a mask, regardless of vaccination status, in public, indoor settings, [...]
A new 12-session discussion group will be starting this fall to jointly explore the intersection of faith, the earth and living sustainably; address the question of whether caring for the earth is part of our calling; and then identify and discuss potential actions that we can take as a congregation, as families and as individuals. Format : [...]
Since its inception in 2015, International Day of Yoga is celebrated annually on June 21. An international day for yoga was declared unanimously by the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). This year, the 2021 theme was “Yoga for Well-Being.” This couldn’t be any more relevant as the COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated psychological suffering and mental health problems. According to a [...]
Dear Sisters and Brothers of Light of Christ, We encourage you to take a few moments to watch the video below, which discusses donations that Light of Christ has made to the Delano Public Schools to help families in need during this past challenging year. Your contributions are making a difference in the lives of many people. We are very thankful for your generosity. Click here for video
This past month the Healing and Wholeness Committee observed Mental Health Awareness month with a mile walk honoring those who experience mental illness. While we do not all have mental illness, we all have mental health and varying degrees of wellness. Mindfulness is a helpful way to bring attention to areas of your overall health that you may have otherwise neglected or overlooked. A simple way to [...]
On Memorial Day we remembered all the fallen soldiers who have served our country in past wars. But let us also remember those veterans who have sacrificed their lives by suicide and those who live with the reminders of their service on a daily basis, whether due to a physical, mental or moral injury. June is National PTSD Awareness month It is most often thought of as a mental disorder that [...]
Dear Sisters and Brothers at Light of Christ, On behalf of the Church Council, I’m writing to let you know that at our May meeting last Tuesday, we made the following decisions regarding our worship life as we move into the summer season. First, we will continue to follow the recommendations of the CDC and MN Department of Health. [...]
The month of May is Mental Health Awareness Month. The Caring Corner is reaching out to our congregation to provide information and support during this time to those who have a mental health illness and for family and friends who provide support to those individuals. This article provides information about bipolar disorders. There are different types of bipolar disorders. In the past these illnesses [...]
Get ready to join us on Sunday, May 23 rd at 2pm for an event to bring awareness about mental health. NAMI (the National Alliance on Mental Illness) has a tradition in May called, " Walk a Mile in My Shoes ," so we will plan to walk a mile, wear red because it's also Pentecost Sunday, and return before the 3pm outdoor service to self-serve snacks and drinks. Bring the whole family! Let's [...]
