Fwd: Connecting People to Hope, Help, and Healing

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From: REAL Life Community Services <rod@reallcs.org>
Date: Sat, Nov 1, 2025 at 4:01 AM
Subject: Connecting People to Hope, Help, and Healing
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Quick Note! If you haven't seen the usual volunteer requests or updates, don't worry—it's just us getting used to a new system! You might also want to peek in your spam folder, since a few emails may have ended up there. Thanks so much for your patience while we work out the kinks!

Urgent Needs: First Friday Food Drive Your help is needed! Like many other social service organizations, we're seeing an increase in the number of people coming to us for food as many benefits they once relied on have become uncertain. As we serve more families seeking relief and access to essential groceries, your prayers and donations are more important than ever. Join us for our First Friday Food Drive 📅 Friday, November 7 | 3:00–5:00 PM Bring food and personal care items to help restock our shelves! A list of our most-needed items is updated each month on our website and included below. Many of these ingredients are used in our Power Pack meal recipes, which allow families to prepare and enjoy home-cooked meals together—encouraging quality time around the table and strengthening family connections. Of course, ANY unused and unexpired items are accepted and deeply appreciated! Questions? Contact Mary-Beth LeVan at marybeth@reallcs.org..

Meet Melonie! Melonie, a single mother of three, moved from Lancaster City to Denver for a better school district and a safe, welcoming neighborhood for her children. While getting to know her new community, she discovered the Declaration House—and with it, REAL Life and its many resources. Not long after, the pandemic hit. As her work hours dwindled, Melonie faced two difficult weeks without enough food and the threat of losing electricity. REAL Life stepped in to help fill the gap. "Being a single mother, it's so uneasy to not have everything that you know your kids need, and then try to tap into their wants," Melonie shared. Through programs like PowerPacks and Client Choice Shopping, Melonie was able to cover her family's basic needs and use her income to focus on her children's wants—knowing their needs would still be met. "It allows me to not only be there financially and physically for the children, but also to teach them that it's okay to ask for help." Today, Melonie encourages others who may be afraid to reach out: "The help is here... you don't have to suffer or go to bed hungry. Everything you need is here—you just have to be willing to ask for help." When asked how she manages raising three children on her own, Melonie's answer is clear: "I'm never alone. Not only do I have God to lean on, but I also have people like REAL Life." Click Here to watch Melonie's entire story on YouTube!

Thursday, November 13th 6-8pm at IronSpire Complex Cocalico Cooks 4 REAL Returns with a Live Auction! Get ready for the most flavorful night of the season—Cocalico Cooks 4 REAL is back this fall! Enjoy dishes from over six local chefs as they compete for the coveted Top Chef title. Guests receive tickets to sample an appetizer, entrée, and dessert, then vote for their favorites. This year's event features exciting things like: live music by Sarah Marie, a live auction, a chance auction and a 50/50 raffle. Guests 21+ receive a complimentary beverage. Don't miss this community celebration of food, fun, and local talent—all for a great cause! TIckets on Sale Now!

Thanks4Giving Campaign & FaithfulGive Update Each year, our Thanks4Giving Campaign fuels our mission — not just to keep the lights on, but to open doors of opportunity, stability, and hope. This year's goal is bold: $300,000. And our community has already shown incredible generosity! During FaithfulGive.org, we surpassed our $15,000 goal and raised $18,194! Combined with other donations, we've now reached $39,158 toward our yearly goal. Every dollar represents compassion in action—meeting real needs and reminding people they're not alone. Whether you gave online, mailed a check, prayed, or simply cheered us on—we're so grateful for you. Thank you for helping us continue to say "yes" to those seeking help, healing, and hope. Message from the Executive Director "What an exciting season it's been at REAL Life Community Services! Lives are being changed and hope is growing right here in our community." Doors are opening—both literally and figuratively—as new opportunities come our way. Whether we're expanding services, building partnerships, or simply being present for someone in need, we can sense that something special is happening. Even in uncertain times, when so much around us feels unsettled, we can rest in knowing who is truly in control. That truth brings peace—and reminds us that our role is simply to remain faithful and keep serving where we're called. As we enter this season of gratitude, I want to pause and say thank you. Your prayers, your time, and your generosity make this mission possible. You're not just giving to an organization—you're investing in transformation, healing, and community. If you believe in the power of hope in action, please join us in our Thanks4Giving Campaign. Every dollar helps connect people to the resources and relationships they need. In a world that can sometimes feel divided or uncertain, it's more important than ever that we stand together—as neighbors, as believers, and as a community of hope. Together, we are bringing hope to every home. Together, we are transforming our community. — Rod Redcay, Executive Director REAL Life Community Services Give Now Help us keep these programs and more going! Consider a generous gift today to Connect the Community to Hope!

First Friday Food Drive Nov. 7th  Every first Friday of the month, we will be hosting a food drive. It's a way the community can give back and help donate items that we need.  You can drop off food at any time from 3-5 pm on that day. Alcoholics Anonymous Mondays, 8-9PM Meeting at the Lighthouse Community Center.

Momentum Tuesdays, 6:30-8PM Momentum guarantees a young person that there is someone who cares about them. A child needs to know that they are not alone in dealing with the day-to-day challenges of life. Momentum meets at the Lighthouse Community Center throughout the school year following the Cocalico School District calendar.

Young at Heart Wednesdays, 9-11AM All events are free and are for individuals that are 60 years and older. Coffee, chatting, games, speakers, and MORE! Come out and get to know others in your community!  1st & 3rd Wednesdays we meet at Adamstown Area Library! 2nd & 4th Wednesdays we meet at Faith Evangelical United Lutheran Church in Denver!

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Fwd: Pregnant Moms Needed for Ultrasound Training

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From: Align Life Ministries <info@alignlifeministries.org>
Date: Thu, Oct 30, 2025 at 3:34 PM
Subject: Pregnant Moms Needed for Ultrasound Training
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Help our nurse complete training November 12

Greetings! Our nurse sonographer will soon be completing her annual ultrasound training, and we're looking for a few pregnant moms to assist in this important process. If you or someone you know is currently 6–16 weeks or 17–24 weeks pregnant (limited models needed), we invite you to participate by receiving a free ultrasound at our Lebanon location on Wednesday, November 12. These scans are for training purposes only and are not diagnostic, nor do they replace prenatal care with your OB-GYN. If you'd like to participate or learn more, please contact our Nurse Manager, Sarah Becker: 📞 717-327-6325 📧 sbecker@alignlifeministries.org Your participation will help our nurse continue providing expert-level compassionate care to the women we serve. Thank you for considering this special opportunity! Sincerely, Your Friends at Align DONATE

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Fwd: LMC Updates: YouthCon '26 Survey

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From: LMC – a fellowship of anabaptist churches <information@lmcchurches.org>
Date: Thu, Oct 30, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Subject: LMC Updates: YouthCon '26 Survey
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View this email in your browser. LMC Updates Faith Formation – YouthCon 2026 We are hard at work planning for YouthCon 2026, the youth conference that will run in conjunction with Assembly '26 in June. As we work out the details, we'd welcome your thoughts and feedback! What observations do you have about the faith formation of the next generations? Where is the Spirit breaking through? Where are you finding resistance? Ultimately, we hope from your feedback to gain a greater sense of what would make YouthCon a success for you and your ministry. Complete the 3-5 minute survey here. Thank you for your input! Other LMC News Share Your Story Everyone has a story. We'd love to hear how the Lord is speaking to you, how the Spirit is at work in your congregation, or how you're experiencing life transformation. Share your story online at our website.   Share Your Story LMC Offering Schedule 2026 If your congregation uses designated offerings on each Sunday, we've put together a guide to help you in your planning. We encourage you to consider LMC in your congregational giving. Your giving helps sustain the ministries and new life springing forth from our congregations. Find the Offering Schedule here. Assembly 2026 We can't wait for Assembly next summer! Early bird registration will open in November. We will also be hosting YouthCon in conjunction with Assembly, which will be a great opportunity for your youth to connect with other youth from across the conference. More coming very soon! Join the Mission of LMC LMC is a Spirit-led movement to: • Make disciples of Jesus • Mobilize every member as a missionary • Multiply faith communities locally and beyond Donate From Our Resource Partners You're Invited to the EMM Vision and Fundraising Banquet November EMM Banquet | Lancaster DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Hotel Lancaster, 2400 Willow Street Pike, Lancaster, PA November 13 at 6:00 p.m. (Registration deadline is November 2) December EMM Banquet | Lititz Westview Community Room at Landis Homes, 1001 E. Oregon Rd., Lititz, PA December 4 at 10:00 a.m. February EMM Banquet | Sarasota Sarasota Community Church, 4041 Bahia Vista St., Sarasota, FL February 18 2026 at 12:00 p.m. French, Japanese, Spanish, and now American Sign Language Are you learning or fluent in one of these languages and want to practice your language skills with others? Neighbors Community Center at Hub450 hosts monthly Conversation Cafes, with an opportunity to make new friends while speaking and listening (or signing!) with others around a shared interest of language. Find details at neighborslancaster.org/.  (Neighbors Community Center is a program of Eastern Mennonite Missions) Native American Heritage Month Tours Learn about the first inhabitants of present-day Lancaster County! Tours will explore Indigenous history and culture, particularly the Susquehannock-Conestoga people in what is now known as Lancaster and York counties. Tours will take place Saturday, November 8 at 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Admission is $15 per person. More information at mennonitelife.org/events. No Matter Where Your Church is Located, We're Here to Serve! Landis Communities offers knowledgeable and engaging speakers for small groups, Sunday School classes, or special events, wherever your congregation gathers. Our team brings expertise on topics such as aging, dementia-friendly living, and community engagement, tailored to your group's interests. We love sharing in person or via Zoom. There is no cost for this service. Learn more at https://www.landiscommunities.org/about/speakers/ No Longer Alone Family Support Group The No Longer Alone Family Support Group, supported by Landis Homes, will meet on November 16, 3–5 p.m. in the Crossings Meeting Room at Landis Homes, 1001 East Oregon Road, Lititz, PA. The guest speaker will be Robert Musser, LCSW, retired. He will present on "Holiday Challenges with Mental Illness: Common Challenges and Strategies for Coping," followed by a time of sharing. For more information, call 717-381-3599 or email jalbright@landis.org. ¿Quieres recibir las Noticias de LMC en Español? ¿Quieres recibir Noticias de LMC en español? ¡Haga clic aquí para registrarse! Suscribirse Copyright © 2025 LMC – a fellowship of anabaptist churches, All rights reserved. You were subscribed to the newsletter from LMC – a fellowship of anabaptist churches Our mailing address is: LMC – a fellowship of anabaptist churches 450 N Prince Street (Office) PO Box 1635 (Mail) Lancaster, PA 17608 Add us to your address book Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list.