Fwd: ❤️💙 Life Points: Finding Freedom Through Faith 💙❤️

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From: Align Life Ministries <info@alignlifeministries.org>
Date: Tue, Jul 7, 2026 at 3:28 PM
Subject: ❤️💙 Life Points: Finding Freedom Through Faith 💙❤️
To: <gehmanmennonitechurch@gmail.com>

This month, we celebrate the freedom our clients find through newfound faith in Jesus Christ.

Life Points Freedom Through Faith   Called to Freedom As we reflect upon the freedoms we have here in America, we at Align also look back at how we’ve seen God call young parents we serve to freedom in Him over the years. Take our client, Thalia, for example. Thalia did not have a job and was living in a small apartment with a relative. When her boyfriend found out she was pregnant, he encouraged her to get an abortion. So, Thalia came to us for help.   When we talked with her about her spiritual beliefs, she said, “God has not been in my life for a long time, and I don’t feel Him anymore.” Our director told Thalia about God’s faithfulness, grace, and deep love for her and then shared the gospel with her.  Want to read the full story? Click below. View Thalia's Story     Thank You, Serve Groups! This past spring, we had a number of community and church groups assist with cleanup and other much-needed improvements at a few of our Align Pregnancy Services locations. A big shoutout to the following serve groups who've helped to keep our centers clean and presentable so clients can continue to feel safe and valued:  Ephrata Community Church ACTS Covenant Fellowship Youth LCBC Manheim We truly appreciate all your help. Our centers have never looked better! Prayer Request: Healing for Our Abortion Recovery Clients Abortion is hard to talk about, especially for many of those who have experienced it. Many of these women suffer greatly, experiencing regret, shame, depression, suicidal thoughts, and more. And the enemy loves to keep them in their pain, blinding them with the belief that they're not worthy of God's forgiveness. But at Align, we see that lie. And we cast it away. Align offers hope for women struggling to find emotional and spiritual healing after going through the trauma of an abortion. Whether their abortion was five months ago or five years ago, we are here to help. That's why this month, we're asking you to pray for the women currently attending our abortion recovery group. We pray that each woman would attend every session and experience the freedom of forgiveness and healing brought only through faith in the Lord.  Want our monthly prayer sheet delivered right to your inbox? Click the button below to sign up now. The next prayer sheet will be sent the first week of August.  Send Me Prayer Requests   Champion Life with Align Here are a few ways to support our ministry. In Our Shop Item of the Month Our First Activity Book Kati's back in our very first activity book! If your kids need something to stay busy this summer, the Designed to Shine Activity Book is filled with adventurous activities for all ages, including: Coloring pages Mazes Word finds Recipes And more! Click below to explore this brand-new activity book. Order Now As a Volunteer Position Highlight Spanish-Speaking Client Advocates As God leads more culturally diverse individuals through our doors, we find ourselves in need of Spanish-speaking Client Advocates* at our Columbia and Lebanon pregnancy centers. If you or someone you know is interested in this type of position, click the link below to learn more and apply to be a volunteer today. Become a Volunteer *Client Advocate training is available. Align Pregnancy Services is on Instagram Did you know Align Pregnancy Services is on Instagram and Facebook? Following us on social media is a simple way to stay up to date with what we're sharing with those in need of our pregnancy services. We share... Comfort for those struggling with past abortions Confidence for those facing unintended pregnancies Information regarding our variety of services Tips on how to support new moms Advice for new dads ...And much more! Want to see the impact you’re helping to make every day? Click below to visit our Instagram profile and follow Align Pregnancy Services on social media to stay connected to the work you're supporting.  Follow Align on Instagram As always, thank you for being a friend and loyal supporter of Align Life Ministries. Your prayers and contributions are appreciated more than you know.

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Fwd: Can you help us fill these shelves this August 7th?

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From: Robyn Iordanescu <robyn@reallcs.org>
Date: Mon, Jul 13, 2026 at 9:11 PM
Subject: Can you help us fill these shelves this August 7th?
To: <philandkelly@gmail.com>

Dear Phil,

Dear Friend,

Thank you! Even with a holiday weekend in the mix, you helped us collect over 900 lbs of food and personal care items last month. That kind of generosity doesn't happen by accident, and we're grateful for every bag, box, and bottle you brought in.

Now we're back at it for August, and this time we need your help in a specific way: our shelves are running low on personal care items. We especially need dish detergent and laundry detergent—but anything from the list below makes a real difference.

Here's what's most needed right now:

• Toilet Paper
• Dish soap
• Laundry soap
• Tissues
• Paper Towels
• Body Wash

• Soy Sauce
• Worcestershire Sauce
• Olives (avoid glass)
• BBQ sauce – avoid glass
• Cream of Cheese Soup
• Boxed Stuffing mix
• Unseasoned Bread Crumbs
• Cream of Chicken and/or mushroom
• Baked Beans
• Yams or Sweet potatoes – small cans
• Canned potatoes – avoid diced
• Ramen Noodles
• Mini Marshmallows
• Tuna – 5 oz or 2 oz
  

Every item on this list ends up in the hands of a neighbor who's working hard to get back on stable ground—and just needs a bit of support to get there.

Drop-off details: Bring your donations to Warehouse916 on August 7th, between 3-5 pm. You'll find us behind the Declaration House at 240 Main St, Denver, PA 17517.

Can't make it during that window? Email marybeth@reallcs.org and we'll find a time that works for you. Got a larger donation? We're glad to come pick it up from your collection site.

We've attached a flyer if you'd like to post it at your business or share it through your church program.

Thank you for showing up for our community again—it means more than you know.

With gratitude,
Robyn Iordanescu
REAL Life Community Services

Fwd: Mennonite Life News & Events

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From: Mennonite Life <director-mennonitelife.org@shared1.ccsend.com>
Date: Mon, Jul 13, 2026 at 12:35 PM
Subject: Mennonite Life News & Events
To: <info@gehmanmennonitechurch.org>

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News & Events June 1, 2026 EVENTS RESEARCH VISIT MEMBERSHIP DONATE Annual Storytelling Night In a celebration of stories that transcend boundaries, Mennonite Life hosts its Annual Storytelling Night on Monday, August 3 at 7:00 p.m. at Forest Hills Mennonite Church, 100 Quarry Rd, Leola, PA 17540. Throughout the evening, storytellers Felixa de Kunkle and Conrad Kanagy will relate a series of alternating short-form anecdotes from their lives. This event is complimentary. Mennonite Life welcomes donations to honor the storytellers, Felixa and Conrad, and to support Mennonite Life’s ongoing storytelling and conservation efforts. A recording of the event will be available on Mennonite Life’s YouTube channel the week following the event. See the details at mennonitelife.org/events. 45th Annual Bookworm Frolic This year marks the 45th anniversary of the Bookworm Frolic! The 2026 Bookworm Frolic takes place Thursday, August 27 through Saturday, August 29, 2026 at Mennonite Life (2215 Millstream Rd. Lancaster, Pa 17602) Hours are 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. on Thursday and Friday, and 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Saturday. Browse tens of thousands of books across popular categories such as history, biography, children’s, fiction, religious, Christian fiction, and more. See details at mennonitelife.org/events. Mennonite Life is Hiring Mennonite Life is hiring a full-time Retail Manager to manage retail inventory, analyze customer behavior, manage and sort book donations and consignments, and organize retail-related events, including book auctions and the large annual used book sale. The Retail Manager works across all sites to ensure seamless profitable retail environments and marketing strategies. See the details at https://mennonitelife.org/about/employment/. View as Webpage If you would like to change your contact information or add an email to this list, please reply to storyteller@mennonitelife.org to inform us of these changes. Contact: Andrew Mashas Storyteller: Communications & Content Creation storyteller@mennonitelife.org 717 393 9745 Terms of Service Privacy Policy Unsubscribe © Mennonite Life  2215 Millstream Road, Lancaster, PA 17602-1499

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