Healing Communities Training

Organized by the Christian Social Concerns Committeeof United Churches of Lycoming County

Saturday, May 13, 2017

9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Location: Fleming Parish Center - St. Joseph the Worker Parish, 720 West Fourth St., Williamsport

Cost of Training: $40 per person; $110 for groups of 3 from the same church/organization, (additional persons from the same group - $35 per person up to a maximum group size of 5) Cost includes lunch and all training materials.

Registration Deadline: Thursday, May 4 (if after the deadline, call for availability)

The Healing Communities model equips congregations to become a “Station of Hope” byproviding training and support in building relationships of healing, redemption andreconciliation with individuals and families impacted by the criminal justice system. Congregations are encouraged to send a group of at least three leaders/active members inorder to effectively implement the model in their setting.

To register, send the registration form below along with your registration fee to: United Churches ofLycoming County, 202 East Third Street, Williamsport PA 17701. For more information contact GwenBernstine at United Churches, 570-322-1110 or director@uclc.org.

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Healing Communities Registration Form(form should be completed for each participant in a group)

Training: May 13, 2017 at the Fleming Parish Center, Williamsport ( Registration needed by 5/4, call 570-322-1110 for space availability after that date)

Participant Name: ___________________________________________________________

Address: __________________________________________________________________

Phone: ___________________________ E-mail: __________________________________

Church / Organization Name: ___________________________________________________

Church/Organization Primary Contact Person ______________________________________

_____ Individual fee of $40 enclosed

_____ Group Fee of ______ enclosed

($110 for groups of 3 from the same church/organization, with additional persons from the same group - $35 per person up to a maximum group size of 5)

Checks should be made payable to UCLC and mailed along with this form to:United Churches of Lycoming County202 East Third StreetWilliamsport PA 17701

HEALING COMMUNITIES TRAINING FOR CLERGY AND CONGREGATIONSWILLIAMSPORT, MAY 13, 20179:00 AM - 4:00 P.M.RESTORATION AND HEALING FOR PEOPLE AFFECTED BYCRIME AND THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM

Why Healing Communities is needed:

• 1 in 104 American adults are currentlyincarcerated

• 1 in 33 are under criminal justice systemcontrol

The odds are EVERY congregation hasmembers affected by crime and the criminaljustice system, whether as crime victims,offenders, or families.

Shame and stigma prevent people from talkingabout the resulting hurts and harms, or seekinghelp.

How can congregations create a culture of safetyand support for those who need it?

Healing Communities* training offers answers.

The one-day Healing Communities trainingcovers:

• Essential information and perspectiveson the criminal justice system, currentissues, and the impact of crime onvictims, survivors, offenders andfamilies

• Relevant questions for reflection anddiscussion within congregations

• Ideas and resources for pastors and faithleaders to engage congregants

• Tools, information and resources forcongregation members

• Resources and dedicated time to developa customized congregational action plansuited to the culture, demographics andcore beliefs of your own congregation

*Healing communities is a proven national model, developed by the Annie E. Casey Foundation withfaith leaders from across the theological spectrum to engage congregations in restoration and healing oftheir own members who have been impacted by crime and the criminal justice system.

The Pennsylvania Council of Churches has partnered with Healing Communities USA to assistcongregations in fulfilling their mandates to care for prisoners and their families.

INSTRUCTOR: The Rev. Sandra Strauss Sandy is Director of Advocacy and Ecumenical Outreach for the Pennsylvania Council of Churches. Herresponsibilities are to inform, educate and empower people of faith on significant public issues, facilitate thework of common ministry and ecumenical relationships, manage external communications, and organize andmanage Council events. She is ordained as a Minister of Word and Sacrament in the Presbyterian Church (USA)(M.Div. Lancaster Theological Seminary), and holds a Master of Arts in Public Policy Studies from DukeUniversity. She can be reached at s.strauss@pachurches.org or 717-545-4761.

PCC Website: www.pachurches.org Healing Communities Website: www.healingcommunitiesusa.org United Churches of Lycoming County Website: www.uclc.org

ECUMENICAL ASCENSION SERVICE

THURSDAY, MAY 25, 2017 at 7:00 P.M.

AT

REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH1101 WASHINGTON BOULEVARD

All are Welcome! Please join us!

CHURCH WOMEN UNITED OF LYCOMING COUNTY

MAY FRIENDSHIP DAY

You are cordially invited to our Annual May Friendship Day Luncheon and Celebration.

DATE: Friday, May 5, 2017

PLACE: Pine Street United Methodist Church 441 Pine Street, Williamsport, PA 17701

TIME: Luncheon: 12:00 Noon - - Celebration: 1:15pm

COST: $9.00 per person

THEME: “KINDLING NEW FIRES OF LOVE”Luke12:49: I came to set the earth on fire and how I wish it were already kindled.

PROJECT: Ingathering for the United Churches Food Pantry

May Friendship Day dates back to May, 1933 when two independent women's groups planned luncheonsto focus on “Child Health” and “Children of Migrant Families”. In keeping with our original focus, our theme,“Kindling New Fires of Love”, centers on the role of Christian women in addressing social needs of children inour communities. A representative from CASA of Lycoming County will be our speaker. CASA are CourtAppointed Special Advocates appointed by the courts to speak for the best interests of abused and neglectedchildren in the courts.

Our project will be ingathering for the United Churches Food Pantry. As they continue to serve over 500families each month, please bring in food donations as part of your offering.

The Food Pantry’s greatest needs Noodles & Peas Canned Vegetables Microwave Popcorn Spaghetti Sauce

Saltine Crackers Noodles Tuna & Tuna Helper Oatmeal (flavored packs)

Canned Soups Sugar Hamburg/Chicken Helper Coffee/Tea Bags /Hot Chocolate

Canned Meats/Stews Powder Drink Mixes Cereal Cake Mixes & Frostings

Canned Fruit Peanut butter/Jelly Flour Healthy snacks

The Celebration will also feature the Fellowship of the Least Coin.

LUNCHEON RESERVATIONS Our Lunch will be catered by Crouse Catering. Please complete the enclosedReservation Form and return to: Diane Casella, 407 Allen Street, Montoursville, Pa., 17754 as possible.Luncheon Reservations must be received by April 26, 2017 and must be pre-paid.

Walker bags are still needed. Please call Pat Wittig (570) 323-4330 or (570) 971-1072 for patterns orinformation. There is plenty of parking in the church parking lot. The church is also Handicapped Accessible.

Linda Jackson

Ms. Linda Jackson, President CWU of Lycoming County

CHURCH WOMEN UNITED OF LYCOMING COUNTY

MAY FRIENDSHIP DAY

LUNCHEON RESERVATION FORM

RESERVATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY: APRIL 26TH (Deadline for All Reservations)

DATE: FRIDAY, MAY 5, 2017 LUNCHEON: 12:00 NOON CELEBRATION: 1:15 PM

COST: $9.00 PER PERSON

MAKE CHECK PAYABLE TO: CHURCH WOMEN UNITED

MAIL CHECK AND RESERVATION FORM TO: DIANE CASELLA 407 ALLEN ST REET Montoursv ille, Pa 17754

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WHAT TO DO WHEN PERSONS NEED HELP

NEEDS AGENCIES (Revised April 4, 2017) PHONE

1.When persons need a free hot meal....

A. St. Anthony Center, 125 E Willow St., Wmspt., Noon - 1 Monday - FridayB. The New Love Center Cafe at Trinity United Methodist Church, 1407 Allegheny St, Jersey Shore, 11-12, M-F, 8:30-12: amC. Sojourner Truth Ministries, 501 High St. (side entrance), Wmspt., Hot Meal Light Breakfast & Hot Lunch: Mon. - Sat. 8:30 a.m.- 1 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m. Fruit & Vegetables available Tues, Day old Bread/Pastry available Wed. D. Antioch Baptist Church, 514 High St. - side entrance - Williamsport Breakfast 8:00-9:30 a.m. Lunch: Noon - 12:45 p.m. WeekdaysE. Senior Center Lunches six sites throughout county for people over 60F. West End CCC, 901 Diamond St., Wmspt. 11-12:30, M., T., Wed., F. G. Golden Agers Club, Salvation Army, 457 Market St, T, Th, 9-12H. Senior Lunch, Montoursville Presbyterian, 900 Elm St, 3rd Fridays at NoonI. Christ Episcopal Church, 426 Mulberry St. Wmspt. 1st Saturday supper 4-7 p.m. J. First United Methodist Church, 601 Market St., Wmspt. 5 pm Wednesdays weeklyK. St. Paul Calvary United Methodist Church, 1427 Memorial Ave, Wmspt. Supper at 5:30 pm Thursdays Weekly September - May (use back door)L. Redeemer Lutheran Church, 1101 Washington Blvd, Wmspt. 2nd Thursdays monthly Supper at 5:30 pm in the basement Social Hall (Washington Blvd. Door)M. Trinity Episcopal Church, 176 Mt. Pleasant Ave. JS, Noon-1 2nd Sundays-hot lunch

570-326-2244570-244-8838

570-323-1797

570-323-2425

570-323-3096570-323-6297570-326-9187570-368-1595570-322-8160570-322-3572570-322-5054

570-322-2333

570-398-4007

2. When persons need supplies of additional food.........

No appointments needed unless noted.

A. United Churches Food Pantry, Rear 320 Park Ave (the Castellano Ctr.) Wmspt. 10:15 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. (by appointment)B. Salvation Army, 457 Market St, Wmspt., 9:30 -11:30 a.m. and 1-2:30 p.m. M W FC. American Rescue Workers, 643 Elmira St, Wmspt. M-Th 9 a.m.- 4 p.m.D. New Love Center, St. John’s ELCA, 229 S. Broad St. JS, 9-12, 1-3, 2nd & 4th FridaysE. Sonlight House, 130 Carpenter St, Muncy, 7:30 -10 a.m. M, Th & Sat biweeklyG. WIC Program 612 W. 4th St, Wmspt. M-F, 8-4 Appointment only. No emergencies (For pregnant, postpartum & breast feeding women, and for children up to age 5. H. Antioch Baptist Church Pantry, 514 High St., Wmspt, M-F 10-12(call ahead) I. West End Food Bank, 901 Diamond St, Wmspt, Call 1st (Incl. Linden/Duboistown, Cogan Station, Ralston etc.) 12:30-3:30 p.m. the 1st 4 Thursdays each month.J. Meals on Wheels, Office of the Aging, 2138 Lincoln St., Wmspt. Weekdays 9:00 a.m.-5 p.m. (Assessments needed - must be homebound and 60+)K. Footprints Food Pantry, Bower Street Ext, Montgomery, 2nd Thurs, 10-5L. St. Joseph the Worker Parish, 711 West Edwin St., Wmspt. Wed. 4-5 pm. M. Christ Community Worship Center, 436 W 4th St., Wmspt. 2nd Sat. 9-NoonN. Lycoming Cty Assistance Office, 400 Little League Blvd, Wmspt. Food Stamps

570-322-1657

570-326-9187570-323-8401570-916-1317570-546-3585570-322-7656

570-323-2425570-323-1891

570-323-3096

570-337-7146570-323-9456570-322-7141570-327-3300

3.When persons are homeless...

A. American Rescue Worker's Men’s Shelter 643 Elmira Street, Wmspt., 9-4 B. YWCA (single women only) - 815 W 4th St., Wmspt.C, Liberty House (women and children) 815 W 4th St. WmsptD. Family Promise (For Families) 635 Hepburn St, Wmspt (Office/Day Ctr M-F, 9-5)E. Saving Grace Homeless Shelter: 324 Campbell St, Wmspt. referral is needed from the American Rescue Workers or Salvation Army

570-323-8401570-322-4637570-322-4637570-567-7103570-323-8401

4.When persons need rent... (all limited)

A. American Rescue Workers Fridays 9-4 (families a priority) By AppointmentB. Dept. Of Welfare Emergency Housing Funds, 8-5 Weekdays 400 Little League Blvd, Wmspt.C. Consumer Credit Counseling....see contact info in 19-O

570-323-8401570-327-3300877-867-4014See 19-O.

5.When persons need jobs or Employment Skills and Services...

A. Career Link Lycoming & Vetrans Svs, 329 Pine St. Wmspt. M-Th 8:30-4:30, F. 9-4B. Counseling/Career Disability Svs Penn College, 1 College Ave.,Wmspt. 8-4:30 M-FC. Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (for eligible persons with disabilities) 208 West Third St. - Suite 102 8 am. - 4:30 p.m. Weekdays E. Experience Works, 329 Pine St. (For persons 55+) M-Th. 8-3:30

570-601-5465570-327-4765570-327-3600

570-321-5811

6. When Veterans need assistance

A. The Vet Center (benefits, counseling, therapy, housing, meds,) 49 E 4th St. #104 Weekdays 8-4:30 (Employment requests are referred to Career Link see 13A.)B. V A Medical Clinic - Wenner Bld, 1705 Warren Ave Suite 304, M-F. 8-4:30C. Lycoming County Veterans Affairs, 330 Pine St Ste 401, Wmspt.D. American Legion Post #1, 10 E 3rd St.

570-327-5281

570-322-4791570-327-2365570-323-9409

7. When persons need clothing...

A. American Rescue Workers Thrift Store, 141 S. Main St, JS 9-5 M-F, 9-4 Sat B. American Rescue Workers Thrift Store, 335 Rose St., Williamsport (no vouchers) 9 am - 6 p.m. Monday.-Friday., 9am - 4pm Sat. (Items have a minimal cost)C. American Rescue Workers Thrift Store, 643 Elmira Street, Williamsport. Weekdays 9am -5pm , Sat 9 am-4pm (Items have a minimal cost)D. Sonlight House 130 Carpenter St., Muncy, M, Th, Sat 7:30 - 10E. From Our Hands to Yours, For Kids & Adults, 501 High St. Wmspt. 10-2 M-T-WF. Salvation Army Store, 1445 Dewey Ave, Wmspt. Mon.- Sat.. 9:30 - 4:30, and 530 Lyc. Mall Drive, Pennsdale M-F 9-6, Sat 9-5G. Daniel’s Closet, Redeemer Lutheran Church, 1101 Washington Blvd, Wmspt. Free Clothing for Children and Adults. 9-11 a.m. 4th Saturdays monthlyH.West End Christian Community Center, 901 Diamond St, Wmspt. (Nominal fee) Clothes Closet: M,T, Th.F 9 - 2, W 9-12 & 4:30-7, Sat 8:30-Noon Shoe Express: 1st, 3rd Sat: 1 sneakers/socks for kids up to17 (need access card/referral)

I. Antioch Baptist Church, 514 High St, Wmspt. Side Entrance, Weekdays 9-1J. Shepherd of the Streets, 320 Park Ave. Wmspt., 1st pair work shoes or uniformK. Needlework Guild of Am. (Local Chapter): new outfit, coat or shoes (kids & adults)L. Liberty House Boutique: 815 W 4th St., Wmspt. W 4-7, Th-F 11-5, Sat 10-2M. Children’s Closet: Clothes for Kids 0-6 Castellano Ctr, 320 Park Ave, Wmspt, Tues. 10-2

570-398-4311570-323-7321

570-323-8401

570-546-3585570-323-1797570-327-3035570-546-5509570-322-2333

570-323-6297

570-323-2425570-322-6538570-323-1707570-322-4637N/A

8. When persons need emergency fuel assistance....

A. Department of Welfare (LIHEAP, Regular and Crisis Programs) 400 Little League Blvd, Wmspt., 8:00 a.m. - 5 p.m. weekdaysB. United Churches Fuel Bank Administered by STEP Outreach 9 - 5 M-F (Person must have applied for State Funding)C. STEP Office of the Aging, 2138 Lincoln St, Wmspt. 9-5 Weekdays, Seniors 60+D. STEP Outreach Office 2138 Lincoln Street, Wmspt. 9-5 weekdays

570-327-3497

570-327-5485

570-323-3096570-327-5485

9.When persons need furniture...

A Sonlight House 130 Carpenter Street, Muncy (When available) M-Th-Sat 7:30-10B. St. Anthony Center 125 E Willow St., Wmspt. (When available)C. American Rescue Workers Store, 643 Elmira St, Wmspt. Monday - Friday 9-5D. Salvation Army, 530 Lyc. Mall Dr., Pennsdale M-F 9-6, Sat 9-5 (vouchers) and 1445 Dewy Avenue, Williamsport, Mon.- Sat.. 9-6.E. Expectations for Women, 854 W Third St, Wmspt - Baby furniture M-F 9-6F. Cribs for Kids/Pack N Play Cribs for newborns, Coroner’s Office, 48 W 3rd St, Wmspt.

G. American Legion Post #1, 10 E. 3rd St, Wmspt: (available to anyone)

570-546-3585570-326-2244570-323-8401570-546-5509570-327-3035570-321-8254570-327-2305570-323-9409

10.When persons need pastoral care

A. Shepherd of the Streets Ministry 320 Park Ave. Williamsport. Monday - Thursday, 9 a.m.-Noon and 1-3 p.m. (Both counseling & referral)B. Sojourner Truth Ministries, 501 High Street, Wmspt. 9-3 M-F

570-322-6538

570-323-1797

11. When persons need utility assistance....

A. STEP (Limited) 2138 Lincoln St. 9-5 weekdays (Cap for gas) 800-844-9276 B. PG Energy program (Must be on a payment plan) C. PPL-CARE (electric) (Must be on a payment plan) 8-5 weekdays Operation help program.... a one time payment.D. PPL On Track Program - Through STEP Outreach Office Help for electric bills of eligible persons with reduced monthly paymentsE. Salvation Army, 457 Market Street (By appointment only)G. Am. Rescue Workers, 643 Elmira St, Wmspt (Limited) Fri-9-4 by app. Ext. 12H. Public Utility Commission, Insure safe reliable reasonably priced electric, gas, water, telephone. Their decision is final. Determination hotline:

570-327-5485800-820-8620800-342-5775

570-368-5267

570-326-9187570-323-8401

800-692-7380

12. When persons need medical help....

A. St. Anthony Free Clinic, 125 E Willow St., Wmspt 7-8:30 p.m. Mon., and 11-12:30 Wed.; Physicals at 10 on Fridays (appointment needed - call Mon. or Wed.).B. Susquehanna Community Health Center, 471 Hepburn Street Mon-Fri - 8:30-11:30, 1-4:30. appointments requiredC. SHS Community Dental Clinic 469 Hepburn Street, Hepburn Plaza, 7:45 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. (Accepts medical assistance) Appointments requiredD. Healthy Kids Help-Line Medical info and help for uninsured children E. Healthy Baby Help-Line for infants and pre-natal F. Adult Health Insurance information/referral or basic insurance G. Lead Information LineH. STEP Office of the Aging, 2138 Lincoln St, In home services and referral for elderly

I. Hepatitus Testing and Care - Susquehanna Health System - Call for info.J. Pennsylvania Department of Health, 1000 Commerce Park DriveK. Hearing Aids Lions Club International Hearing Pgm. - Art GirioL. Penn College - 1 College Ave, Wmspt - Routine Dental Cleaning & Check-upM. Shepherd of the Streets, 320 Park Ave, Wmspt., Eyeglass/Dental Surgery Ast.N. Rural Health Care Marketplace, 471 Hepburn St. Wmspt. Weekdays 8-5Q. Healthy Women Project, 699 Rural Avenue, Suite 202, Wmspt. Free pap tests, mammogram for ages 40-60 with no/limited insurance and low/moderate income R. PA Health Law Project, helps low income families/disabled/elderly obtain health care

570-326-2566

570-567-5400

570-567-5430

800-986-5437800-986-2229800-462-2742800-440-5323570-323-3096570-321-1000570-327-3400570-326-1793570-327-4500570-322-6538570-560-3035570-321-3131

800-274-3258

13. When persons need help withprescriptions...

A. Shepherd of the Street, 320 Park Ave., Wmspt. 9-12, 1-3 Mon - ThursB. PaceNet & Pace - Office of the Aging 60+, 2138 Lincoln St., Wmspt. Weekdays 9-5C. PA Patient Assistance Program, Dept. Of Public Assistance, 400 Little League Blvd, Wmspt. for 19-64 year olds not receiving Medicade

570-322-6538570-323-3096570-327-3497

14. Whenpersons faceHIV/AIDS

A. AIDS Resource, 500 W 3rd St, Wmspt. 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Weekdays (Support services for those infected and affected with HIV or AIDS)B. PA. Department of Health, 1100 Commerce Park Drive, Suite 109 Wmspt.

570-322-8448

570-327-3400

15.When persons need transportation

A. Am. Rescue Wks, 643 Elmira St, Wmspt. Emergencies only. Limited (By appointment)

B. STEP Transportation (Step Van) 1-800-222-2468 orC. Shepherd of the Streets, 320 Park Avenue., Wmspt, 9-12, 1-3 M - ThD. STEP Office of the Aging, 2138 Lincoln St, Free bus pass for seniors 60-64E. American Cancer Society, Road to Recovery Program (medical appts.)

570-323-8401570-323-7575570-322-6538570-323-3096800-ACS-2345

16. When persons have serious drug & alcohol problems....

A. West Branch Drug and Alcohol Abuse & Tobacco Addiction Commission Case Management Unit, 213 W. 4th St., Wmspt 7:30 - 4 M-F (call anytime)B. Psychological Services (Outpatient therapy) Bloomsburg 9-5 WeekdaysC: Alcoholics Anonymous - District 48 PO Box 303, Williamsport 17701D. AlAnon and AlaTeen Williamsport Hospital Conf. Rm 1B, 7 pm Sun. E. Narcotics Anonymous, PO Box 1161, Williamsport 17701F. Alcohol and Drug 24 Hour Referral LineG. White Deer Run - Lock HavenH. Valley Prevention - 520 W 4th St. Wmspt. Suite 2BI. Susquehanna NW Human Svs. Outpatient Mental Health Drug & Alcohol Counselling, 520 W 4th St. Suite 2A, Wmspt.J. White Deer Run - Devitts Camp Road, Allenwood K. White Deer Run Outpatient Treatment - 901 Westminster Drive, WmsptL. Crossroads Counseling: 501 E 3rd St. Wmspt. M-Th 8am-9pm, F&S, 8-2 or 8 N. Grove St, Lock Haven, M-Th 8-8, F 8-1 or 444 E. College Ave Suite 460 State College, M-Th 8am-9pm, F, 8-2

570-323-8543

570-389-1249570-327-2860800-344-2666570-327-2678800-821-4357570-893-8100570-323-9940570-322-1216

800-255-2335570-321-6127570-323-7535570-893-1886814-231-0940

17. When persons are mentally or emotionally disturbed & or suicidal...

A. Lycoming/Clinton MH/MR and Children and Youth (24 hr.) 200 East St Wmspt.B. Diakon Family Life Services, 435 W 4th St 8-8 M-Th, 8-5 F, Monday - Thursday 8-8, Friday - 8-4. Family, Individual, Marital & Suicide Counseling

C. Suicide Hotline: National: 1-800-SUICIDE(784-2433) Lycoming Cty Crisis Int.D. Heartworks: Children’s Bereavement Specialists, 1100 Grampian Blvd. Suite 383, Wmspt

E. Crossroads Counseling: 501 E 3rd St. Wmspt. M-Th 8am-9pm, F&S, 8-2 or 8 N. Grove St, Lock Haven, M-Th 8-8, F 8-1 or 444 E. College Ave Suite 460 State College, M-Th 8am-9pm, F, 8-2

570-326-7895570-322-7873

570-326-7895570-320-7691570-323-7535570-893-1886814-231-0940

18. When persons have a specific need...

A. Crisis Hotline 24 hour National Crisis Service B. Special Kids Network & Parent to Parent Information and Referral. Help for kids with disability/health conditions State office, HarrisburgC. Child Safety Seat Inspection - Free - by appointment: Wmspt Bureau of Fire, 440 Walnut St,

or Old Lycoming Township Vol. Fire Company, 1600 Dewey Ave, Wmspt.D. STEP Inc. 2138 Lincoln St, PO Box 3568, Day Care / Head Start, Weatherization, Training Programs.

E. STEP Inc. 2138 Lincoln St, Funded Child Care.F. Center for Independent Living 210 Market St. #A. Serves disabled, M-F 8-4:30G. North Penn Legal Svs 329 Market St, Wmspt.8:30 - 4:30 Weekdays Civil cases only. Eligibility based on income and household size.H. Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Hotline/Shelter - 815 W 4th St. Wmspt. For victims of crimes - in crisis - With transient services for Women and Children I.Expectations Women’s Center 854 W 3rd St (Counseling. Care & Supplies) M & W - 10 am-5 pm, T & Th - 10 am-7 pm, F 10 am-1 pm 24 hr hotlineJ. West End Christian Comm. Ctr Limited Vouchers -diapers 901 Diamond St, Wmspt.K. Firetree Place. 600 Campbell St, Wmspt Educational, Recreational, Community pgms, for children-youth-adultsL. N.W.PA Optical Clinic 901 Diamond St, Wmspt. appointments needed New prescription classes to low/moderate income persons, $36 starting priceM. North Central Sight Services 2121 Reach Rd, Wmspt., W-F 8:30-4:30 visionN. Shepherd of the Streets, 320 Park Avenue, Wmspt., Birth Certificates and ID’sO. Advantage Credit Counseling, 201 Basin St. Suite 6, Wmspt. Mediation - advocacy - budgeting M, T, W & F., 8:30:-4:30, Th. 11-7, Sat. by appointment

P. Hearing Loss, 901 Diamond St, Wmspt 2nd Thursdays each month e-mail contacts only: tybergkay7376@yahoo.com Q. Yokefellowship Prison Ministry, 1200 Almond Street, WilliamsportR. Habitat, 355 Rose St., Wmspt, Restore, 336 Rose St. Wmspt., 9-4 W-F, 8-3 Sat,S. Journey House, Transitional housing program: New Covenant United Church of Christ

T. Maribito Housing, Inexpensive housing and links to government programs

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19. Additional Resources

A. Lyc. Cty. Clearinghouse: j ARW, 326 Bridge St, Wmspt. Information verification for providers kimarw@chilitech.netB. If you still need help finding a resource call...................................................C. Favors Forward - email: favorsforward@gmail.com www.favorsforward.weebly.com

570-323-8401 Extension 112211570-326-3805

Free Meals Offered by Meal: (See information in part 1 for details)

Breakfast:The New Love Center at Trinity UMC, JSSojourner Truth Ministries, Wmspt.Antioch Baptist Church, Wmspt. Lunch:St. Anthony Center, Wmspt.The New Love Center, Trinity UMC , JSSojourner Truth Ministries, Wmspt.Antioch Baptist Church, WmsptSenior Center Lunches

West End CCC, Wmspt.Trinity Episcopal Church, JS - 2nd SundaysGolden Agers Club, Salvation Army, Wmspt.Senior Lunch, Montoursville Presbyterian, 3rd Fridays

SupperFirst UMC, Wmspt. WednesdaysSt. Paul Calvary UMC, Wmspt. ThursdaysRedeemer Lutheran Church, Wmspt, 2nd ThursdaysChrist Episcopal Church, Wmspt., 1st Saturday

Prevention Through Faith Intervention Sunday School Lesson Series

Dear Friend,

This is a sample pack of the first two lessons of the educational materialsthat has been designed to affirm as well as to facilitate the importance of spirituality as a prevention of drug abuse among children and youth in our area.

Research for its content and methodology has been formatted in conjunctionwith the mission of Project Bald Eagle’s Hope & Healing Committee whichincludes efforts to “foster a culture of healing that transcends the physical body”.

Information and activities related to this effort have been supported by localleaders in both faith and prevention including the following:

• Rev. John Manno • Rev. Gwen Bernstine• Rev. Elisabeth Aurand • Ms. Melissa Mahler• Rev. J. Morris Smith, Th.D. • Rev. Marwin Reeves• Rev. Joseph Walker • Mr. Jim Foran• Rev. Matt Lake • Mrs. Melissa Wolf

The goal of this endeavor is to offer content as well as practicum to the religiouseducational ministry of local faith communities. It is very important to have yourinvolvement and feedback in the further development and expansion of thiseffort. We definitely need you!

Please feel free to contact either of us at your convenience.

May the Lord Bless you richly.

Rev. John Manno

Rev. Gwen Bernstine

PREVENTIONTHROUGH

FAITHINTERVENTION

Sunday School Lessons that Can Be Adapted For All Ages

A product of Project Bald Eagle’s Hope and Healing Committee.

Developed under the leadership of Rev. John Manno and Rev. Gwen Bernstine.

“And on the banks, on both sides of the river, there will grow all kinds of trees forfood. Their fruit will be for food, and their leaves for healing.”

-Exekiel 47:12a,c ESV

Prevention Through Faith InterventionSunday School Lessons and Worksheets

Table of Contents

Acceptance Lesson.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Acceptance Worksheet.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Affirmation Lesson. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Affirmation Worksheet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Other lessons and Workshops are on the following themes:

Appreciation Care Courage CreativityHope Relief Safety Success

All of the lessons give kids reasons ... to not get involved with drugs and alcohol. It gives them thestrength to say, “I don't need that, I'm already OK on my own.”

The program is not an effort to replace drug abuse education, but rather to back it up by teaching youthabout self esteem, relaxation and natural highs. Each lesson takes scripture from the Hebrew Scripturesand New Testaments that relate to one another. Teachers will have questions to ask students about theobjective of the stories and how it can relate to drugs.

For example, the acceptance lesson focuses on the importance of accepting yourself and others. It alsoreminds students of God's unconditional acceptance of His people.

Fr. Manno suggests people try to deepen their thoughts and insights to get a natural high rather than onethrough drugs. With drugs you go up, then crash. Instead of turning to narcotics to get through life,listening to music, calling a friend or reading a book can be better alternatives.

One of the other aspects of the lessons are incorporating relaxation techniques into each class thatstudents can apply to their lives. Fr. Manno has used relaxation techniques with his high school studentswho enjoyed it. He asks them to sit in a comfortable position then relax from head to toe. Using beachsounds or imagery, such as experiencing Jesus Christ walking towards them. In that scenario Fr. Mannowould instruct the students to imagine what Jesus looks like, what He is going to say and how they’dreply. By relaxing and stimulating the senses, you expand your consciousness, which expands your mind.

They hope to include videos in the future to enhance the lessons. There will also betraining workshops for congregational teachers and leaders. The full curriculum isonline at www.projectbaldeagle.com/faith and also at www.uclc.org/resources.

ACCEPTANCE

Scripture Picture? Joseph’s Rise to Power in Egypt: Genesis 41:37-46 John 4:4-14, 27-30 Samaritan Woman at Well

What’s To See? Open Conversation two people from different between worlds/perspectives/histories.Openness and humility to learn and be directed.Optimism that difference and division can be worked out.

What’s to Feel? Constructive dialogue and sharing are possible.Possibilities of accepting new situations and different ways of thinking & interpreting life.Optimism that people can negotiate and work things out.The same spirit present at Jacob’s Well, with Jesus and with Joseph & his brothers is

present with us.

What’s To Think? Am I uneasy when I’m around people of different origins than myself?Why was the woman alone?There are times when, like Joseph, I feel lonely or excluded.Are there people who will understand my loneliness and exclusion.Do I think God is able to help me and others work together to achieve acceptance. Achieve acceptance of myself including those parts of me I would like to change.

What’s To Do? Strive to see God’s unconditional acceptance of us.Be honestly aware of situations or times that I reject others.To willing repent, desiring to change our perceptions which have excluded others and all

to often led to actions contrary to God’s will.Be willing to search out and discover examples of acceptance.

What’s Not To Do? Judge myself or others as unlikeable or unacceptable.Take for granted or devalue people or activities that bring about acceptance.Seek acceptance at the cost of losing my own welfare and goals.Put others in danger by offering them experiences which are harmful, addictive or illegal.

Objective To be able to discover the ability to be accepting of myselfTo share with someone the current challenges and solutions toward acceptance of others.To be able to put aside the obstacles of competition, pride or jealousy that stand in the

way of acceptance.To recognize God’s unconditional acceptance of us as a model for our acceptance of

others.

Drug and Alcohol Factsand Perspectives

The art of acceptance is the art of making someone who has just done you a small favorwish that he might have done you a greater one. – Martin Luther King, Jr.

We are all born with inherent gifts, gifts that cannot be replaced. It would be a loss to theworld to not share them with others. Don’t allow drugs or alcohol to rob you, and steal theworld from the wonder of you.

ACCEPTANCE

Scripture Pictures...

What’s To See?

What’s to Feel?

What’s To Think?

What’s To Do?

What’s Not To Do?

Objectives:

Drug and AlcoholFacts and Perspectives:

Other Thoughts:

AFFIRMATION

Scripture Picture The Call of Moses Exodus 3:7-12 Zacchaeus & Jesus: Luke 19:1-10

What’s to See? Abilities did God see in Moses?Did Moses see those gifts in himself?Jesus’ acceptance of Zacchaeus’ good intentions, and willingness to improve.Jesus enters Zacchaeus’ home.God’s affirmation and presence enables both men to accept and the roles God had given them.

What’s to Feel? To feel affirmation of my ability to set and fulfill goals.To feel that I have persons and experiences which affirm me. To feel that I am able to make contributions.To feel affirmation because of my identity as a child of God.

What’s To Think? I can affirm myself and be affirmed by peers and others.Affirmation should not be sought from persons or situations that are harmful.Can some affirmations (my own or others) be unreal or insincere?I feel God as an affirming power in my life.Through prayer I can feel God’s affirming power and understanding in my life.

What’s To Do? Affirm my accomplishments and abilities.Connect with others who are affirming.Set goals that will affirm my confidence.Affirm others.Recognize the wisdom and reason of God’s commands and the teachings of our faith.

What’s Not To Do?

Seek affirmation through unhealthy persons, groups, activities or addictive experiences.Try to use affirmation as a way to manipulate someone.Forget that God affirms our goodness and the good we can do.

Objective Learn to value your unique gifts as a child of God.To understand God loves us and affirms us.To be affirming toward ourselves and others while supporting affirmative goals and projects. To recognize and connect with affirming people and activities.

Drug and AlcoholFacts andPerspectives:

“Belief consists in accepting the affirmations of the soul; unbelief, in denying them.” ¯ Ralph Waldo Emerson

You can be affirmed that this is your time and your hour to make a difference; a difference thatno one else can make. Drugs and alcohol will keep you hidden from those affirmations of thesoul.

AFFIRMATION

Scripture Picture The Call of Moses Exodus 3:7-12 Zacchaeus & Jesus: Luke 19:1-10

What’s to See?

What’s to Feel?

What’s To Think?

What’s To Do?

What’s Not To Do?

Objective

Drug and AlcoholFacts andPerspectives:

Other Thoughts:

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