| Information for leaders and congregations UPDATES These UPDATES are shared so that leaders and congregations are aware of Biblical Classes taking place in LMC, agencies, fraternal organizations, congregations, and the broader church. These announcements are for your information and to share with others in your congregation through email, weekly bulletin, monthly newsletter, Sunday morning announcements, church website, or Facebook. Use your discretion and share what your congregation will find helpful. | | LMC Office Events & Information | | | Celebration of Church Life 2023 | | | Registration closes March 15 | | | Celebración de la vida de la Iglesia 2023 | | | ¡La inscripción se cierra
el 15 de Marzo! | | Educational Programs for Churches | | | Alchemy Healing Arts Workshop | |  ARTS & CRAFTS:
As seen on the attached flier kids can make an easy button, paper flower, or a more advanced origami 8-point flower. All materials will be provided.
Location: The Academic Center at the Immerse International Campus 321 Manor Avenue, Millersville, PA 17551 FREE PARKING! (space is limited thus registration is required)
Dates: Feb. 18th, and March 18th from 2pm to 5pm.
For more information contact Sandra Granthon at sgranthon88@yahoo.com | |  Kairos course
March 4 to April 4 Kairos is a nine-session interactive study of the Purpose and Plan of God for His people and His world from Genesis to Revelation. Kairos is for all Christians at any point in their journey with God. It is not a "missions" course. It is an opportunity for all God's people to have their worldview transformed and aligned with God's heart for the nations. He has called us all to play a part in His mission, and there are many different roles to fill. The registration fee ($125) covers materials, refreshments, and lunches. For questions, please contact Krista Martin. Register now | | The No Longer Alone Family Support Group, now supported by Landis Communities, will meet the fourth Sunday of the month. The guest speaker for February will be Janelle Bitikofer, MSW, LCSW, author and Director at We Rise International. Her presentation "Sharing the LEAP Approach" will be followed by a time of sharing. The public meeting is scheduled for Sunday, February 26, 2023 from 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. by Zoom, due to the chance of inclement weather. Meetings will return to Landis Communities in April 2023. The monthly meetings provide a place for those who have a loved one living with mental illness to learn and share their experiences. For information on joining the Zoom meeting or to receive a monthly meeting reminder, call 717-381-3599 or email JAlbright@landis.org by noon on Friday, February 24.
Landis Communities offers a Speakers Resource Listing to serve church and community groups. Team members are available at no cost to present in worship services, Sunday School classes and other settings. Resourcing can happen in person or via Zoom. Subjects include Living Options for those who are Aging, Providing Care at Home, Memory Loss, Doing Church in an Aging Society, Financial Planning for Retirement, Environmental Care in Retirement Communities, Church History and Aging, and Spiritual Life and Aging. Please contact Larry Guengerich, Director of Communications & Engagement, at LGuengerich@Landis.org or call (717) 381-3526.
The No Longer Alone Family Support Group, supported by Landis Communities meets the fourth Sunday of the month. The program for March will be the Hope Always Video Series: "Talking to a Loved One" and "Offering Hope" by Dr. Matthew Sleeth, MD; Author, teacher and former ER physician. The video will be followed by discussion and a time of sharing. The public meeting is scheduled for Sunday, March 26, 2023 from 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. by Zoom, due to the chance of inclement weather. Meetings will return to Landis Communities in April 2023. The monthly meetings provide a place for those who have a loved one living with mental illness to learn and share their experiences. For information on joining the Zoom meeting or to receive a monthly meeting reminder, call 717-381-3599 or email JAlbright@landis.org by noon on Friday, March 24.
 An Art Exhibit featuring pieces by local artist, Joanna McIlvaine will be on display at the Landis Homes Crossings Art Gallery from February-April, 2023. Joanne is a graduate of Lancaster Mennonite High School and graduated with a fine art degree from Goshen College in the 1980s. She did not start oil painting seriously until 2009, when she took a plain air painting class at PA College of Art; Design and learned how to paint outdoors on location. The Art Exhibit is located in the Crossings Gallery located in the Calvin G.; Janet C. High Learning; Wellness Center on the campus of Landis Homes, 1001 East Oregon Road, Lititz. Stop by daily between the hours of 7:00 am – 8:00 pm. Proceeds from the Art Gallery support the Landis Homes Caring Fund. For more information, contact Deb Laws-Landis at 717-381-3583, or dlawslandis@landis.org | |  | | Share an article for the Pennsylvania Mennonite Heritage journal Do you have a family story that demonstrates what it has meant to be a Mennonite? Consider sharing your family story with Mennonite Life for consideration in Pennsylvania Mennonite Heritage, a quarterly journal covering history, culture, religious thought and family histories of Amish and Mennonite-related groups originating in Pennsylvania. Send your idea or story to pmh@mennonitelife.org for consideration.
 Beginning your Genealogical Search
If you have wanted to know more about your family tree but are uncertain where to begin, this event is for you! Mennonite Life Archivist & Librarian Julia Wiker and Research Assistant Donna Stoltzfus share tips and tools to help you to research and discover your family tree on Monday, February 27 at 7:00 pm in the Chapel at Garden Spot Village. This event is complimentary. No RSVP required. | | | | |
