St. Luke’s CARE Newsletter
Walking alongside you is our greatest journey and honor
NOVEMBER Highlights
Surviving the Holidays: Registration open for this 2 hour program
National Family Caregivers Month
Coping with Caregiving:Virtual Support on November 11
Honoring our Veterans
Blue Christmas Service: Dec. 20
Stephen Ministry: Get support started today!
Health and Fitness
Baptism classes: Register now
Volunteer Opportunities
Upcoming Events on Campus
November is National Family Caregiver’s Month
We recognize and honor the millions of caregivers in our country.
63 million American adults provide ongoing care to adults or children with a medical condition or disability, almost one-quarter of all adults in the US which is an increase of 45 percent since 2015! An AARP study found that 51% of family caregivers find their role gives them a sense of meaning and purpose, however caregiving can contribute to high levels of physical, financial, emotional and mental stress. President Clinton, who claimed this National recognition for caregivers, called them “everyday heroes” who make an extraordinary contribution to the quality of life of their loved ones.
Thank you for all that you do as it can be a thankless job.
Coping with Caregiving
Online Support for Caregivers
Meets via Zoom monthly
Join us on Sunday, November 15 to share your struggles but also to gain valuable insights and resources in this safe space.
Honoring our Veterans
Veterans Day falls on November 11 and we are proud and honored to recognize ALL those who have served our country. We appreciate each and every millitary serviceman or woman for their hard work and sacrifices on our behalf. At St. Luke’s, we are blessed to have a Veterans Card Ministry which has a strong group of dedicated women who gather four times a year to hand write cards to Veterans. Thank you for your commitment to honor veterans.
If you are interested in joining the Veteran Card Ministry, please contact the Care Office.
THANK YOU to St. Luker and dermatologist Dr. Allison Arthur for her recent presentation on the harmful effects of the sun, understanding normal skin variations, and how to recognize skin cancers early. Did you know?
- Skin Cancer is the most common cancer in the U.S.
- 1 in 5 people will develop skin cancer before the age of 70
- Women who test positive for the BRCA gene are at higher risk for skin cancer.
- Regular self-assessments of your skin is vital – Know the ABCDE’s: Assymetry, Border, Color, Diameter, Evolving
We encourage you to arrange annual appointments with a dermatologist
so you can be proactive in your skin care.
Stephen Ministry
Supportive presence when you need it
While Stephen Ministers are not pastors or professional counselors, they have 50 hours of training that includes active listening, confidentiality, and trust building.
They cannot provide counsel or advice but will walk alongside you during life’s storms including
job loss, relationship struggles, divorce/separation,
relocation, anxiety/stress, grief, etc.
We offer loving care, prayers, compassion, and support.
Our leader, Lisa Apikos shares how Stephen Ministers can be a precious gift.
Learn what she says HERE.
Women are matched with female Stephen Ministers and
men are matched with male Stephen Ministers.
Contact the Care Office by email HERE
or call us at
407-876-4991 ext. 262
to be connected with a Stephen Minister.
Health and Fitness
Classes:
Senior Exercise
Tuesday/Thursday
9:00 to 10:00 a.m.
Coleman Memorial Gymnasium
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Bootcamp
Tuesday/Thursday
6:00 to 7:00 p.m.
In the Treehouse
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Pickleball
Tuesday/Thursday
2:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Coleman Memorial Gymnasium
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Tai Chi/Qigong
Tuesdays
9:00 to 10:00 a.m.
Torrance Pavilion outside Sanctuary
Yoga w/ Angie
Tuesdays
7:00 to 8:00 p.m.
A201
For Additional Fitness Class
Details and Updates
Senior Exercise
Tuesdays and Thursday mornings
9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Coleman Memorial Gymnasium
Join this fun and dynamic group of women and men who are working to stay active and keep their muscles and bones strong. All fitness levels are welcome to join as all exercises can be modified and performed at your pace.
Classes are $5 each. Register and pay for
classes HERE, or walk-in and pay.
Discount available for monthly registrations.
Come join the fun and fellowship!
Get Involved
Join the Transportation team!
If you’d like to learn more or volunteer for this team, please contact our Care Office.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
for our Funeral Reception team that sets up and breaks down food service after a loved one’s Memorial Service.
Contact our Director of Care Ministries,
Kim Paredes HERE
to learn more
about how this team uses their spiritual gifts during difficult times.
Upcoming Events on Campus
Wizard of OZ
Youth Edition
November 20-22
Tickets on sale NOW
Join Dorothy and the gang in their journey to happiness and self-awareness, which is a glowing testament to friendship, understanding and hope in a world filled
with both beauty and ugliness.
50 North BUNCO Night
Friday, November 13
6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Youth Center
Roll the dice and join the fun at Bunco Night! Whether you’re a seasoned player or brand new to the game, this fun-filled evening is all about laughter and lighthearted competition.
No experience necessary!
Let us know how we can care for you!
Allow us to walk alongside you during the joys and trials in your life by lovingly supporting you in your journey through prayer, assisting with resources, and our many Care Ministries.
- If you are facing a challenge, need assistance, or have questions or concerns, please contact Kim Paredes, Director of Care Ministries at 407.876.4991 ext. 262.
- If you have an upcoming surgery or hospitalization, or other health care need, please contact our Parish Nurse, Lisa Crump at 407.876.4991 ext. 300.
- In case of an emergency, such as an urgent hospitalization or death of a loved one, please call the Church office at 407.876.4991, Option 5, so a pastor can support you.
