A Concordia Lutheran Ministries Publication
www.concordialm.org | December 2017
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Get a small sample of the activities throughout Concordia at Christmas time.
8 Highpointe on the Small Screen Retirement Living at Concordia will soon be featured on TV networks in Pittsburgh.
The President’s Thoughts Dear Friends, Advent is upon us, it is the season of anticipation of the coming of our Savior, Jesus. We celebrate this long prophesized and most important event in human history; the baby Jesus sent on a mission from God to be born of a virgin, to live and die sinless to save mankind. Merry Christmas. Our Concordia Lutheran Ministries exists to serve people, especially people in great need, while proclaiming the hope of the gift described above. As our ministry grows, we have the opportunity and responsibility to keep proclaiming that Gospel message. 2017 was another year of growth and blessing for Concordia. We now serve nearly 40,000 people each year. We have been honored to have the opportunity to serve over 350 people in our facilities who do not have the funds to pay for their care, a $6 million plus blessing. We have also had the opportunity to provide mission grants of over $2.5 million to over 55 local and foreign missions. 2018 promises to be the largest year ever for mission growth. We expect to be able to announce several new acquisitions by the end of 2017. We are thankful for your prayers and support ~ Merry Christmas from all of us at Concordia Lutheran Ministries.
In His Service,
Keith E. Frndak President and Chief Executive Officer
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Contents A Concordia Lutheran Ministries Publication
4 When Employees Become Interns This second in a series turns an about face when a dietary aide takes on the role of human resources intern. Meet Kaleigh Lowers.
VISION STATEMENT Serving the Triune God by providing for the needs of His people. MISSION STATEMENT To serve our aging community with a continuum of high quality caregiving options, provided in a Christian environment, and to serve those with limited funds to the best of our ability. Shirley Freyer Director of Public Relations 134 Marwood Road Cabot, PA 16023 724-352-1571 ext. 8266 Toll-Free: 1-888-352-1571
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Christmas is a special time at Concordia, as the schedule at all of our communities is packed full of holiday cheer.
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Look for Highpointe on the Small Screen Our new residents at Highpointe at Rebecca are singing our praises. Meet two couples who offer advice to anyone in the market for retirement living and look for others from Concordia of the South Hills and the Havens telling their stories on the airwaves.
Beth Wichrowski Frank Skrip Emily Bitting Public Relations Staff
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Non-Discrimination Policy Concordia Lutheran Ministries complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate, exclude people, or treat them differently on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex. Refer to the footer on Concordia’s website for the full notices of non-discrimination (www.concordialm.org).
When Employees Become Interns
Part 2 of a series
Concordia Dietary Aide Learns New Skills as Human Resources Intern While the first part in this series said. “I was looking for a job at the focused on a Concordia intern who time and realized that Concordia was hired after her internship, many wasn’t too far away and would work employees find opportunities to with my schedule.” move up in the organization after Kaleigh continued working at they are hired – sometimes even in Concordia after starting college at a different field. Whether it’s a nurse IUP, where she decided to study aide who becomes the director of human resources. When looking for a dementia program, a dietary aide who becomes the administrator of a facility or one of many other examples throughout the organization, Concordia encourages employees to grow and pursue their passions. One such employee is Kaleigh Lowers, who started as a dietary aide in the Lund Care Center on the Concordia at Cabot campus and now interns Kaleigh Lowers with resident Marie Williams. in the human resources department there. somewhere to intern, Kaleigh again Kaleigh, an Indiana University of chose Concordia, and started in May Pennsylvania (IUP) student from 2017 in her new position. Freeport, was a junior in high “It was kind of a whole new school when she first thought of world to me, and I just dove into it,” working at Concordia at Cabot. Kaleigh said. “Of course schooling is “My grandma was actually a paimportant, but everything that you tient here because she had hurt her learn in the classroom doesn’t set in leg, and I came to visit her,” Kaleigh until you’re actually doing it in the 4 - Faith in Caring
field. I could sit and read a book about HR and not understand as much as I do now.” During the summer, Kaleigh worked in dietary on the weekends and in human resources during the week. She says that the best parts of both her roles at Concordia are the people she gets to work with every day. “I love the resident interaction in dietary,” Kaleigh said. “I have a resident named Marie who’s just so bright and bubbly; she always asks how I’m doing and chats with me. Her daughter came in one day and told me: ‘My mother loves you and raves about you all the time!’ It’s always nice to get to talk to everyone and their families and know they appreciate you.” In her internship, Kaleigh also gets to interact with employees and prospective employees. “I really like interviewing people,” Kaleigh said. “They’re usually very nervous as first, so I try to get them to laugh and come out of their shells. I like to see their potential
Kaleigh working in Human Resources and as a Dietary Aide. and where they’ll fit in here.” When she interns, Kaleigh lives at home in Freeport with her family and her cat, Desi. She’s also very busy at IUP as the alumni chair for Phi Gamma Nu, a business fraternity, and as a member of the National Society for Human Resource Management. She will graduate in May 2018 and is grateful for all she’s learned at Concordia. “I never fully realized the depth
of human resources until I started here,” Kaleigh said. “I’ve learned a lot about recruitment and the specifics of the hiring process, regulations and so much more. I’ve gotten so much experience from being here, and I love it.” Ultimately, Kaleigh says that what sets Concordia apart is the environment. “The family atmosphere is the best part of Concordia,” Kaleigh
said. “It’s a large place with a lot of different buildings and facilities, but I like how it always feels so homey everywhere. It doesn’t feel like a big office building; it’s like home.” Interested in joining the Concordia family as an employee? Visit the Careers section of Concordia’s website, www.ConcordiaLM.org, or reach out to the facility or office you’re interested in by visiting the Locations page.
EMPLOYEE SCHOLARSHIPS AND OTHER BENEFITS Academic advancement and continuing education are important at almost any company or organization, but did you know Concordia offers tuition reimbursement and scholarship programs for employees? Not only do these programs serve as benefits for our staff, but they also enrich the lives of our patients and residents by having a more educated group of caregivers – a win/win! Other perks of working for Concordia, in addition to our medical/dental/vision benefits package, retirement plan and competitive wages, include: • Christmas and Seniority Appreciation Bonuses
• Christmas, Thanksgiving and Birthday Gifts • Christmas Parties • Theme Park Days • Outings to Professional Sporting Events • Health and Wellness Programs • Employee Assistance Program • Education Seminars and In-services • Free Parking • And much more For more information, visit the Careers section of our website, www.ConcordiaLM.org. December 2017 - 5
Celebrating Chris Many Activities Fill Concordia's Schedule at Christmas Time Christmas is a sacred time to spread joy for the entire Concordia Lutheran Ministries family: residents, patients, families, employees, member congregations and the community. As Concordia has grown over the years, the ways in which every facility and office rejoice in the season have as well. Resident Christmas Celebrations Each December, many locations in the Concordia family participate in a program called “Adopt-A-Resident.” Skilled nursing and personal care residents provide the activities staff with a wish list. Then, employees, community members, churches, businesses and even retirement living residents “adopt” a resident (or in some cases, many residents) to make sure he or she has a gift to open around Christmas. Close to Christmas Day, each facility has a gift giving party, during which all of the presents are handed out to the residents – usually with a visit from Santa himself. In addition to the Adopt-AResident programs, residents and patients at Concordia facilities celebrate Christmas in many other ways throughout December. Personal care and skilled nursing residents enjoy numerous programs, such as cookies with Santa and Mrs. Claus visit residents Santa, visiting at the Lund Care Center parties. carolers from 6 - Faith in Caring
local churches, Christmas open houses, handbell concerts, baking for the troops and making cards for local Meals on Wheels programs. Residents at our four retirement living communities – the Concordia Haven Apartments in Cabot, Concordia of the South Hills, Concordia at Sumner and Highpointe at Rebecca – also have many different opportunities to celebrate: holiday meals, a
Santa delivers gifts at the Concordia at the Orchard resident parties parade of homes, Santa socials, trips to local Christmas light displays (both amateur and professional), a holiday bazaar fundraiser, Christmas-themed theater shows, food drives and much more. Haven residents even write, direct and carry out a Cantata each Christmas season, performing at each building on the Cabot campus. Employee Christmas Parties The Christmas season is busy for everyone, but Concordia makes sure to take time to appreciate all of the amazing employees who give their time and talents to our mission year-round. In addition to
stmas with Concordia holiday gift cards, bonuses and free hams (depending on how many hours an employee has worked that year), the best way that Concordia does this is through annual Christmas parties. This year, Concordia will host five Christmas parties for employees of all our facilities and service lines. In addition to great food, company and dancing, the parties also include cash prizes that are handed out to everyone who attends. The amounts vary, but over $50,000 in total will be distributed to those who attend the parties. In addition, employees who have worked at Concordia for 20 years are recognized at their Christmas party and receive their choice of appreciation gift: a high-definition television or travel accommodations for a trip of their choice, both of which are accompanied by an additional cash gift. In 2014, a new tradition was also started. All 25-year employees are recognized and receive a trip to a special event in Pittsburgh together in a limo, followed by dinner overlooking Mount Washington.
come are Concordia of Monroeville’s Second Annual Light-up Night and Concordia at Cabot’s Fifth Annual Live Nativity. • Concordia of Monroeville will host its Second Annual Light-up Night celebration on Friday, Dec. 8 from 6 – 8 p.m. The event, which is free and open to the community, will include live entertainment, activities for children and hors d’ouevres. Concordia of Monroeville is located at 4363 Northern Pike in Monroeville. For more information or directions, call the facility at 412-373-3900. • Concordia at Cabot’s Fifth Annual Live Nativity will be held on Sunday, December 10 in front of Haven II at 148 Marwood Road, Cabot, PA 16023. This is an outdoor “walk-through” Nativity scene, with performances at 4:30, 5:15 and 6 p.m. It features staff and residents from the Concordia family as well as refreshments and live Christmas music indoors. Children 12 and under will receive a free gift and have a chance to interact with some of the animals around the manger. For more information about Concordia’s Live Nativity, call Connor Hagey at 724352-1571, ext. 8343.
President and CEO Keith Frndak recognizes 20+ year employees at the annual Christmas Party. Community Christmas Events The Concordia family celebrates Christmas with our neighbors and friends through community events that are open to the public. The month has already been busy with activities, and two more to
If you would like more information about any of the events listed, visit the Events & News page of our website at www.concordialm.org/events-news, and if you don’t see a particular event listed, contact the facility who is hosting. December 2017 - 7
HIGHPOINTE AT REBECCA A Concordia Community
Look for Highpointe on the Small Screen While all of the residents at Highpointe at Rebecca are settling in to their new home and getting ready for the Christmas season, a few are taking time out of their busy schedules to prepare for television interviews. Concordia will soon air commercials for Highpointe at Rebecca as well as the Concordia Haven Apartments in Cabot and Concordia of the South Hills – on KDKA-TV, WPXI and WTAE-TV, among other channels. The commercials will feature unscripted resident testimonials about the quality, security and value that Concordia Retirement Living offers and the worry-free lifestyle that they enjoy every day. These current Highpointe residents have already taken advantage of our considerable early bird discounts, which could easily save them thousands of dollars each in their first few years – as well as in the future. The time is quickly running out to take advantage of all three early bird discounts: 1) A 6 percent discount on your entrance fee, monthly fee and second person fee. Effective February 1, 2018 the discount will decrease to 5 percent. 2) A 3 percent veteran's discount on your entrance fee for veterans/spouses who meet eligibility requirements. 3) A 10 percent discount on future health care services at Concordia at Rebecca Residence, located on the same campus. The best way to learn more about Highpointe is to see it in person and talk to our residents. An Open 8 - Faith in Caring
House with Happy Hour will be held on Friday, January 26, from 3-5 p.m. with entertainment. RSVPs are recommended but not required. For more information about Highpointe or to RSVP to the Open House, call 724-444-1521 or visit us online at www.HighpointeRebecca.org
Getting to Know the Neighbors Written by: Isuri Rajapaksa While it’s true that Highpointe at Rebecca offers a wide variety of services, activities and amenities, we believe that one of the best features is the sense of community created by the residents and staff members there. Of course, you don’t have to take our word for it: John and Mary Repasky John and Mary Repasky, two of Highpointe’s founding residents, first heard about their new home from a postcard they received promoting an information session about Concordia’s newest retirement living community. They decided to attend, and by the end of the session, they were ready to make an even bigger decision. “John looked at me and said, ‘Let’s sign up!’” Mary said. The couple, who both worked at the US Postal Service before retiring in 2003, committed to a one bedroom apartment that very same day. At the time, Highpointe was still under construction, but they agreed that it was exactly what they were looking for.
While they waited for Highpointe to be finished, they continued to live in their home in Gibsonia in an ‘in-law suite.’ The Repaskys have two sons: Michael, who they lived with in Gibsonia, and Joseph, who resides in Cranberry. They also have four grandchildren. “It was perfect because we could take care of our grandchildren, and it was nice to have them all right upstairs,” Mary said. “As they grew up, John and I realized that it was time to take the next step.” That next step was fully realized this fall when the couple could finally move into their new apartment, which they love for many reasons. “I feel like I’m living in a 5-star hotel,” Mary added. “The food is top-notch; I don’t think I have eaten like this ever before!” She also praised all the employees at Highpointe, from maintenance to management. “We are amazed by their commitment; they go above and beyond to make sure every resident’s needs are met,” she said. “They are willing to drop whatever they are doing and assist whenever needed.” In their free time, John and Mary go for walks around the building and workout at the gym. John loves making 1,000-piece jigsaw puzzles and playing pool with his grandchildren in the billiards room. Mary volunteers at Aquinas Academy in Gibsonia and at a local church. Her advice to other seniors is simple: “Come and take a look at Highpointe for yourself, and you will be surprised at all the amenities and services offered at such a reasonable rate.” John and Mary are grateful for everything they have in their new home – especially all of the new friends they have found in their neighbors. “We are already a family here and it has only been a month!” Paul and Marjorie Sober Paul and Marjorie Sober were one of the first couples to move in to Highpointe at Rebecca. After nearly 60 years in their home in Leechburg, they decided it
was time for a change. Initially, the couple thought a patio home would be ideal for them, but they weren’t sure how safe it would be. After searching for the perfect retirement community, their daughter mentioned Concordia. After that, they started attending all of Highpointe’s open houses. “We were amazed by the amenities and services they offered,” Marjorie said. Married for 64 years, the Sobers have two children: James, who lives in Dana Point, California, and Jennifer, who resides in Allison Park. They also have five grandsons. Paul worked for Allegheny Ludlum Steel Corporation and retired in 1991. During her free time, Marjorie does a lot of sewing. She has been making blankets for babies at children's hospitals for more than 10 years. Meanwhile, Paul enjoys being outside spending time with their dog, Rosie. The couple loves that the apartment is not only perfect for them but for Rosie too. Marjorie can’t say enough about the employees at Highpointe. “All of the staff members are just wonderful,” Marjorie said. “They make us feel like we are part of their family, and it feels special.” The Sobers also highly recommend the food. “The food is so good we haven’t missed a meal in the dining room,” they agreed. All in all, the couple is very happy to call Highpointe their new home. “We came in with an open mind,” Marjorie said. “And this is the best decision we’ve ever made.” If you are thinking about joining the Repaskys and Sobers at Highpointe at Rebecca, we hope that you will consider joining us for a complimentary lunch and tour of the community. Those interested are encouraged to complete an application soon, before our current discounts expire. To schedule your visit, please call Admissions Counselor and Resident Care Coordinator Julie Spirnock at 724-444-1521. Visit our website at www.HighpointeRebecca.org.
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In Loving Tribute
Gifts from July 1, 2017 through September 30, 2017
Gratitude is our expression of thanks to the Lord for all His blessings. Our donors show their gratitude to God for His abundant blessings through their tribute to those they love. These gifts of gratitude touch so many lives and help us to fulfill our mission to serve God by providing for the needs of His people. Thank you for thinking of Concordia and all those who we serve. IN MEMORY OF Golden Triangle Anthony Acon Construction Patricia Acon Heavy & High Const. Joy Coble Workers Mildred "Jackie" Acon IBEW Patricia Acon Laborers' International Joy Coble Union of North America Sally Karamarkovich Laborers Mid-Atlantic Alene Alexander Robert Magee C. Shirley Wagner Paul Mango Ethel Allen Thomas and Suzanne SaraBeth Swain Marzullo Wayne Allison Marshall S. McKallip Dolores Allison Master Builders' Kathleen Amendola Association of WPA Melissa Alexander Mobile Medical Carmen J. Annoreno Corporation Loretta J. Antanovich Mosites Construction Mr. Thomas Brenzovich Company Vincent Caro Printing Industry Kaywin Feldman Association of WPA Andra Fink Karen Proietti Matthew Fortsch Mary Beth Reeves Mr. and Mrs. Felix Gumina Eugene Ricciardi Patricia Metz Mr. and Mrs. Mark S. Joesph Monastero Santucci Nivin and Duncan Mr. and Mrs. Stephen MacMillan Foundation Schmerin Andrea Remish Stephen Schott Bink Semmer Dayna Shaw UUFH Board Of Trustees Specialities Local Union Jennie Ameris 441, United Brotherhood Allegheny County Labor of Carpenters Council Karen Stroop Altair Management Robert A. Such Partners Swank Construction Laurie A. Apodaca Company James E. Boyd and Joseph and Amy Trapani members of Construction Vince Tutino Laborers Local 1451 Monica Valarik Edwin R. Boyer III Kenneth and Janis Casper Colosimo & Son, Wasserman Inc. Western Pennsylvania CIM Investment Laborer's Building & Management Inc. Defense Lynda Connolly WV Laborers District Constr Ind Advancement Council Program Betty G. Ashworth Constructors Association Gordon and Barbara of WPA Conner Costa Contracting Inc Bruce E. Grinder Council 84 AFSCME Howard Morgan Michele L. Donatelli Audrey M. Bahney
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Anonymous Dorothy Bock Barbara Brueckner Helen Boda Anonymous James Borish Ms. Eleanor Borish Norman and Alvera Bornemann Duane Altman Donald Bosworth Winifred K. Farin Charles D. Boyer Helen S. Boyer Steve and Amy Meanor Suzanne C. Boyer Joan Dorgan Martin Steger Ann Townsend Jean E. Brady Linda Mellon Marcella J. Brechel Sharon Brechel Gary Briceland John and Sandra Yedlicka Sandra H. Bridge Matthew and Jean Hudzinski Helen M. Brosenitsch Ronald Hartle Rebecca Norman Daniel Buckley Carolyn J. Buckley Joanne Chontos Barry and Joyce Deems Donna M. Graf Rich and Joyce Gregory Jay Jarrell Lorraine D. Popovich John and Mary Jane Rosile Charles and Judith Turbanic Gloria R. Burke Timothy Temple Francis W. Byrnes Rita Byrnes Frank R. Canali Laura J. Canali John Cattley Debi Cattley William F. Champe Rachel Piecuch Rich and Debbie
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Dipaola Quality Climate Control John and Vernice Dzura David Hathaway Linda Hohler Helen M. Jacoby Marthinsen & Salvitti Insurance Group Inc. Master Woodcraft Corp. Mr. and Mrs. Tom Mays W. Nelson McCullough Gerald C. McDowell North Buffalo Up Church Susan A. Olifierko Stenger Bies & CO Paula L. Dindinger Ed and Margaret Cavanaugh Eleanor L. Dindinger Darla Hancher Today's Home Susan Verba Maurice Dispennett Anonymous Mike and August Bailey Cranberry Township EMS Steven and Jeanmarie Daugherty Susan Dispennett Shelly Dusenberry David and Teresa Ferguson Thersea L. Greiner Alan and Judith Herrington Carol D. Jamison David and Christine Matter Tina Nicolella Mary V. Nicolella Judy Reid Phillip W. Rush Thomas V. Scarpaci Carol W. Srokose Sarah D. Stein Mark and Kaylyn Rae Talton Rex and Jeanne Williams Fred L. Disque Dwight Beatty Nancy Blind Gary and Michelle Brown Shelley Brown Sandra A. Costill Cheryl A. Eades Nancy M. Ferguson Land Marjorie Melton Lyndall and Carolyn Myers Maryanna Ogonek Marvin and Marsha Sharpless James and Margaret Willey Renee Zumpano Sharon Donovan Dan Donovan & family Helen Dougherty George and Mel Dougherty
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Ms. Carol Lindley Mary Lippert George Lippert Kerry J. Liti Sylvia Liti Joseph LoBello Jane LoBello W.L. Lowry Pamela Kinskey Dorothy Walker Lucy Lukaszewicz Mr. and Mrs. Michael Arnold Victor Lukaszewicz Mr. and Mrs. Michael Arnold Mark McCague and family Diane Shosky Louis Lupo Adult Probation & Parole Department Allene D. Luppe Mary Gamberoni Ethel Luther Joyce Folkens Anita Maffei Stacee Leutholt Ronald Mages Mark and Lynn Kunz Walgreens Specialty Pharmacy Donald Mainhart Marjorie Rider Charles "Doug" Manjerovic Judy Manjerovic Elizabeth A. Martin Vincent Martin Ruth E. Martin Anonymous Joanne Martini Melissa Martini Richard A. Massironi Daniel and Beverly Martin Emil Maurer Patricia and Emil Maurer Ruby J. McCarty Dennis and Sandra Ahlborn Dave and Danny Dhans and Family Jonetta McClure Drug & Alcohol Services of Beaver Valley, Inc. William McKee Helen McKee Edward McMurtry Judy Manjerovic Edward McMurtry Jo Anne McMurtry Mac McMurtry Joseph Mihalik Jennifer Mihalik Katharine Mihalik
Rose Marie and Robert Miller Leo and Mary Ann Krantz William Milligan, Jr. Ella Milligan Brenda Yost Jack Minich Patricia Catania Noreen Deferrari Sharon Greenfield Richard Harshman Mary J. Minnici Bernadette Bellas Paula Trkula Jane Misutka Roger and Deborah Sullenberger Norman Mitchell Nelson H. Mitchell Kenneth G. Molinero Janice Molinero John Molitoris Anonymous Rose Mary Monito Thomas Monito Roberta Morgan Wilbur Morgan Florence E. Mosholder Loren F. Mosholder Dolores Napierkowski Tim Napierkowski Edward Napoletan Shelia Hanson George Nedostup Anita Nedostup Robert and Marie Nickerson Linda Hicks Mary B. Norris Lorraine M. Hoolahan Brian Notman Doris Notman Marjorie O. Oesterling Samuel and Constance Oesterling Dorothy Ohorodnyk John T. Ohorodnyk Roger Oliver Kenneth and Jane Barger Rose Goda Jeanne O'Toole Thomas O'Toole Thomas M. O'Toole Lynne Palmer Ken and Joann Castor Richard Palmer Nicole Eckert Heather Jewart Ronald and Alexandria Jones Patsy Pappaterra Shirley K. Pappaterra William F. Parker Marion Parker Thomas Patterson
Thomas and Kay Patterson Helen L. Patton Camp Hard Luck Frances A. Ciamacco Barbara Costanza Rosetta Dufalla Michele Grandovic Noel and Linda Honeywill Lucianne Nelson Margie Patton Jeanne Vendeland John & Pauline Paulenda Jo-Ann Paulenda C. Blaine Peru Anonymous Thomas Peters Teresa Peters Daniel Peterson Lori Bertagna Bernard Petley Mike and Karen Petley Mary Veronica Petley Mike and Karen Petley Ronald H. Petronio Linda Hedge and the Sunshine Girls Caroline Henesey Karen Laemmle Cathleen Mills Steve Shantz Jen Vincent John Pflumm Donna Pflumm Elizabeth Phillips Jennifer L. Phillips France Phillips Catherine Mazzie Nancy Phillips Frederick and Pamela Meny Stanley Piecuch Nancy Piecuch John L. Pintirsch Dorothy Morris Anthony Piocquidio Alice R. Piocquidio Anthony Pocetti Anonymous Leona Potoski Michael D. Potoski Susan Purviance Edwin Purviance Walter Quinn Nellie Campbell Doris J. Rankin David Abt Graham Realty Company Gary and Stina Kayser The Sewickley family office team: LaTonya, Jason and Linda Thomas and Sara McCargo Jeri L. Meigs Katherine V. Warman Kenneth Raymond
Janet S. Raymond Evelyn L. Reed Linda L. Watts Alice Reeves SaraBeth Swain George R. Reithmiller Mary Reithmiller Torrie Reynolds Malezi Nancy Glick Charles Rihn Karen Edwards George Patterson II, Esq Bette J. Plesh David and Phyllis Thomas Rose Rockacy Edward and Evelyn Pivarnik Norman K. Rockwell Ethel Rockwell Kevin and Lori Rockwell Elizabeth Romankewicz Barbara J. Keltz Louis P. Rome Raymond and Mandi Edwards V Ruth Romigh Don E. Romigh James H. Romigh Fern Ruben Allen and Fern Ruben Jean Rugg Lori Rugg Dean Rutherford Beverly J. Enders George Rutherford Beverly J. Enders Helen Rutherford Beverly J. Enders Denny Ryan SaraBeth Swain Gloria A. Sabin Ms. Lois Lindstrom Rico Sanchez Debbie Cipolla James J. Scala R.A. Fischler & Co. PC Karen A. Trzcinski Harry A. Scheffler Robin Scheffler Dan Scherer Teresa Peters Horst Schwalm Mike and Diane Freeman Doris J. Scott Joyce Jenkins Kevin Scott John F. Scott Gary and Darlene Bassin Anonymous Lee Scott Margaret Stouffer Theresa Semonik George and Emily Semonik Frances L. Seward
Richard and Laurie Crossland Jeffrey and Cynthia Derrico Barbara and Bernard Fischer Gabe Fusco Timothy and Janet Hamilton Ronald and Lois Hart Mark and Joyce Knestrick John and Patty McMurray Debra Morris David and Margaret Yodens Michael R. Shane Donna Aiello Maxine E. Dougal Fireman's Relief Association of New Brighton, PA Curtis and Sally Frank Lynn L. Hopkins John P. Michel Louise Skelton Donna Lewis Gail Rava Robert Slicker Mary Jane Slicker Andrew W. Smith Thomas B. Smith Hilbert P. Smith Patricia Blackburn Diane Vargo Alice Smolkovich Suzanne T. Sweeney Gail Snyder Dennis R. Snyder Warren Soergel Jean Soergel Margie Sourwine Service Coordination Unlimited, INC Susan Spak Marissa Carcioppolo John A. Fullerton Jean K. Furman Leo and Cindy Gilch Cynthia D. Griffiths, The Tepper School Business Office Dr. Maryanne Hamilton Carol Hansen Rollyn and Diana Hohwieler Eileen Karpuszka Clarence J. Kenney Mr. and Mrs. Roger Krey James and Judith Loughren Richard and Mary Massaro Mary C. McCormick John Meehan Gary D. Metro S. Lynne Nash
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Carol E. Poleno Donna Wanitschke Erwin and Sandra Wimmer Krystal Marie Sparks Dawn Sparks Mildred Spirko Nancy Spirko Dorothy I. Stoops Ms. Sue Lindell Lucielle Sudhausen Mr. and Mrs. John Black Marian J. Sullivan Sue Houy Hilda Sundermann Henry Sundermann Arliene Swanson Ms. Carol Lindley Leonard Szulczewski Phyllis and Leonard Szulczewski Ronald Teagarden Lula P. Mathews Jill Wirth Edward Teck Lynn Walrond Janet Terlesky Anonymous Grace Thomas David Thomas Donald and Joan Thompson Charisse Bunyan Roberta Tice Perry Tice Charles Todorich Wayne and Candance
Bauer Richard Tomko Norma Tomko Violet J. Tress Lilia Anderson Anonymous Janet R. Cope Lisa M. Smith Judith A. Tress Andrew Trombulak George Plaskonos & Family Eileen Varner Ralph and Marjorie Smith Ralph L. Varrato Theresa Varrato Debbie Voelker James and Anita Delaney Norbert Vonderau Anonymous Helen A. Walkowski Sylvia Liti Walters Walkowski Sylvia Liti Livina Wasson Jack, Bill, Carol and Betty Remaley Brian and Betty Seeman Allen C. Watts Sharon A. Watts Reinhold Weber Mark and Lynette Weber Wayne Weil Reno Bros, Inc. Charles Werme Joyce Werme Barb West
Ronald and Judy Bridgman Robert and Susan Hollein Noel and Linda Honeywill Timothy and Beth McElhaney Eva Wherry Julie Minton Larry Wickenhagen Anonymous Mary V. Widdicombe Kathryn Hibbard Richard and Evelyn Williams Rachel Piecuch Rich and Debbie Winona M. Williams Jeanna McClure James E. Willy Rose Willy Nan Wittler Anonymous Lois J. Wolfe Bonnie Steinman John Yurkovich Jan Irons Katharine Mihalik Dolores Yurkovich Katherine Yurkovich Patti Yurkovich Paula Yuorkovich James Zanagilo Alice A. Zanagilo Benjamin Zanolli Ida Zanolli Darlene Zeh Barbara and Joseph Gapinski
Sharyn R. Zidow Vince and Patricia Bellissimo Flyod and Tona McElwain Anna Marie Zimmer Charles Decoste James M. Mrvos Mike and Karen Petley David Zimmer James Zimmer, Sr. Mike and Karen Petley David Zimmer IN HONOR OF Good Samaritan Hospice Nurses Wusylicu Family Rev. Roger D. Nuerge Gail Kissell Anna Olszewski Ronald and Irene Reibie Julie Spirnock Walter Scott Estate Arlene Thomas Staff Jeanne Selvaggio Stella Trygar, Adult Day Services Dianne Zadnik Great care has been taken to include all tributes throughout this period of benevolence. Please contact the CLM Foundation Office at 724-352-1571, ext. 8363 if your name has been inadvertently omitted from this list.
During this season, as we await and celebrate Jesus’ birth, we are all in search of hope - for healing, happiness and comfort. At Concordia Lutheran Ministries, we are entering into a very special time of year - our Season of Hope. As we begin this Holy season, we ask that you consider giving a gift to the fund that resonates most in your heart. The greatest gift someone could give is the HOPE for continued support of our important mission. To find out more or to participate in Concordia’s Season of Hope campaign, please visit www.CLMSeasonofHope.com. You can also contact the CLM Foundation Office at Giving@ConcordiaLM.org or 724-352-1571, ext. 8363. We thank you in advance for making a gift to Concordia during this Christmas season.
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THE HORST & ELEANOR SCHWALM FAITH IN CARING AWARD Since Concordia Lutheran Ministries’ founding in 1881, volunteers have been a fundamental part of our mission’s solid foundation, and we give glory to God for the ways in which our volunteers continue to bless our ministry with their time and talent. Concordia hosts a Volunteer Awards Luncheon each year to honor all of its volunteers across the organization. Beginning in 2018, we will annually present The Horst & Eleanor Schwalm Faith In Caring Award to a single volunteer (or group of volunteers) who truly goes above and beyond in service to others. The award is named in honor of longtime administrator Horst Schwalm and his widow Eleanor, who turned 95 years old in March 2017 and in 2018 will have resided at Concordia for half of her years. Eleanor remains active at Concordia as a faithful volunteer and provided the keynote address during the 2017 Legacy Society Appreciation Luncheon. The Faith In Caring Award will be regarded as Concordia’s highest volunteer honor. The award will carry a $1,000 stipend – $500 to benefit the volunteer’s program and $500 to benefit the Concordia Angel Tear Ministries Fund in honor of the volunteer(s). We invite all to join together in honoring Eleanor Schwalm – a true blessing to Concordia – as well as her late husband Horst. We are looking for 100 friends and donors to make gifts to both honor the Schwalm legacy and to support our activity and volunteer programs. To help us permanently endow this high honor with a gift of your own, please use the enclosed envelope (write “Schwalm Award” in the “other” field) or mail your gift to the CLM Foundation Office at 134 Marwood Road, Cabot, PA 16023. If you have questions or want to pay by credit card over the phone, please call the Foundation office at 724-352-1571, ext. 8355. On behalf of those who benefit from the thousands of volunteer hours carried out each year at Concordia, we thank you in advance for your support.
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IRA Charitable Rollover Gifts An Easy Way to Give at the End of the Year Legislation enacted in December 2015 authorized charitable gifts from Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) permanently for future years. The IRA Charitable Rollover Program allows taxpayers to share their blessings by giving of their savings directly to Concordia Lutheran Ministries - and bypassing income tax. It also helps any donor satisfy required minimum distribution from their individual retirement accounts. If you are 70 1/2 years old or older, you may be eligible to make a tax-free distribution of assets from your IRA to Concordia in support of our mission of caring. And like any other charitable gift to Concordia, you can choose the fund or location you hold close to your heart. The requirements are as follows: • The distribution must be made from an IRA (other retirement accounts are not eligible). • The recipient must be an eligible charitable
organization. • The IRA’s owner must be at least age 70 1/2. • The distribution must be made directly to the charity by December 31. • The distribution must otherwise be fully deductible as a charitable contribution. • The distribution must otherwise be included in gross income. Along with income tax-free giving, qualified IRA gifts are not subject to state income taxes, and amounts withdrawn are removed from the donor’s taxable estate. Talk to your tax advisor to see which benefits apply to your specific situation. If you have questions or would like to discuss your IRA assets in furtherance of your charitable goals, please contact the Concordia Lutheran Ministries Foundation soon to begin the process in time to meet the Dec. 31 tax year deadline. Contact us at 724-3521571, ext. 8363 or giving@concordialm.org.
The Concordia Mailbag Dear Hope Rouda and Anne Denny, I felt inspired to pass on to you some positive comments about your staff here at the Cabot campus Lund building. As you know my office is located near room #2050. Since I've been in this location, there has been a special resident (HT) who lived there. When I moved to my office, HT prided herself on how independent she was for a woman in her upper nineties. She had a great sense of humor and was loved by many. In late 2016, HT had a fall which necessitated a hospital and skilled nursing stay. She returned to personal care a different woman who not only needed additional help with her daily activities, but was insecure and frightened to be left alone. She often called 16 - Faith in Caring
out for help to staff or anyone walking by her room. HT recently passed away. I am so proud of all of the staff that cared for her. Their patience was tested often. But they maintained their professionalism and compassion while caring for HT. It was a team effort involving several different departments. I especially want to commend the following employees who I observed on a more regular basis: Christine Doerr, Janet Burtner, Taylor Patterson, Mandy Jones and Diane Tritch. Each one helped HT in their own special way. Each one helped her feel cared for, loved and safe at Concordia. Each person served God and served well. -Concordia at Cabot staff member
"Come Soon, Lord Jesus. Amen" Submitted by Deaconess Heather Wathall
"Come Soon, Lord Jesus. Amen" The campus pastor at Concordia University Chicago ended every homily with these words. It always struck me as a prayer for perspective, though I imagine during finals week the prayer took on special meaning for many an unprepared student — a plea for rescue from hard work ahead. But these words truly are a prayer for God’s people every day. We are called to do what is placed before us each day as if it is the last one before the Second Coming of Christ. This time of year, as we end one church year and begin another, the return of Christ is a prominent theme in readings and sermons. Jesus made a promise to return, and we trust that He will keep His word. And so the days in December tend to take on this theme, remembering Jesus’ triumphal return as King of all, even as we ponder His birth among us. In the days of Advent, the prayer for Jesus to come is set to music and becomes our song. The verses of “O Come, O Come, Emmanuel” are based upon the “O Antiphons” — verses in use for prayer for more than 1,500 years by some accounts. Traditionally prayed December 17—23, each antiphon teaches us something about who Jesus is as prophesied by Isaiah the prophet to the people
of Israel. Jesus is Wisdom, Lord, Root of Jesse, Key of David, Dayspring, Desire of Nations and Emmanuel. We find ourselves in a variety of needs as we sojourn here on earth. We can call upon the same Jesus in every need. We may name Him as Wisdom when seeking medical treatment or contemplating a change in career. He is Lord to those who feel helpless watching a loved one struggling. Jesus stands as the Root of Jesse and Desire of Nations when we worry about the magnitude of the troubles in our world. He is Dayspring and Key of David as we keep vigil with one who will soon draw a final breath and then see Him face to face. But the final antiphon draws all of these titles together and brings them to the present situation, to the “here, in it with me.” Jesus is Emmanuel, He is “God with us.” There is no part of our lives that escapes His care and attention. Our God knows what it is to be a human being in this world. As John wrote, “The Word became flesh and dwelt among us.” (John 1:14) This dwelling among us continues. We have His promise never to leave or forsake us. So take a moment this Advent and look up the hymn “O Come, O Come, Emmanuel” or the “O Antiphons.” Join in the prayer of so many Christians past, present, and future. Join in the hope and joy of the refrain: “Rejoice! Rejoice! Emmanuel shall come to you, O Israel!”
Our God knows what it is to be a human being in this world.
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In Loving Memory Timothy J. Ace 10/30/17 Marguerite Adams 8/25/17 Wilfred J. Adams 10/21/17 Lillie M. Aidens 9/23/17 Elizabeth Ann Allen 9/16/17 Susan L. Antoniotti 10/11/17 Ruth Arelt 9/5/17 Betty G. Ashworth 8/28/17 Emily M. Askar 10/10/17 Glen Bachman 10/14/17 Joan M. Bachman 9/16/17 Michael J. Bagnato 8/31/17 Audrey Mae Bahney 8/13/17 Betty M. Bailey 10/8/17 Rita Baranowski 10/19/17 Dolores S. Barkich 10/28/17 Tyler E. Barron 10/17/17 James Edward Bartley 10/27/17 George Barto 10/28/17 Bettie A. Bates 10/24/17 Charles W. Baum 8/30/17 Jean M. Baumgartel 10/4/17 Mary Bechtel 10/9/17 Ruth E. Beck 10/26/17 Roger D. Besong 9/20/17 Bernard S. Bistransky 8/12/17 Raymond Black 10/10/17 Blanche M. Bobin 8/14/17 Virginia Edith Boda 9/4/17 Raj D. Boehm 10/22/17 Dorothy Boschele 8/31/17 Rosella A. Boss 9/11/17 Donald Bosworth 9/7/17 Kathryn A. Bouril 9/21/17 Kenneth Bowden 10/31/17 Margaret A. Bowser 8/16/17 Harry R. Brake 10/9/17 Agnes Bramble 10/22/17 Joanne E. Britt 10/13/17 Linda A. Broniecki 8/17/17 Ronald G. Brumbaugh 9/17/17 Robert Edward Buczkowski 9/2/17 Pauline Buday 10/31/17 Jerry L. Buffington 9/30/17 Lynn Hardie Burgan 10/27/17 Carmell Burgess 9/13/17 William H. Bush 9/29/17 Willard C. Butler 10/21/17 Helen M. Cameron 9/27/17 Harry D. Campbell 10/15/17 Terry M. Capella 10/23/17 Genevieve P. Carr 10/27/17 Charles E. Carrick 10/1/17 Rosemarie Castellano 9/21/17 Joyce L. Castelucci 8/19/17
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Paul M. Chovanec 9/12/17 Joan L. Ciccozzi 9/23/17 Ronald E. Claytor 8/24/17 Dr. Francis A. Cleary 8/16/17 Thomas Cleary 10/12/17 Virginia Clemm 10/27/17 Mary C. Clifford 8/27/17 Pamela J. Coakley 10/21/17 Wilma R. Coburn 10/15/17 Mildred A. Coller 10/31/17 Richard B. Connolly 8/20/17 Dorothy A. Conrad 9/17/17 Rudolph Corona 8/23/17 Joseph R. Cotton 9/15/17 Dan Couch 10/4/17 Lawrence A. Cramer 10/5/17 Berness Cribbs 9/3/17 Helen Crock 10/20/17 Joseph L. Crocker Sr. 9/11/17 Ruby A. Culver 10/8/17 Maria Concetta Cutuli Frances M. Dannenmueller 8/29/17 James M. Davis 10/9/17 Rose DePaolis 9/9/17 Lorraine Carole D’Eramo 8/18/17 Adela I. Derringer 9/11/17 Lillian DeSanzo 10/11/17 Rebecca L. DiBello 10/1/17 Donald R. Dietrich 10/17/17 Veronica Dino 10/24/17 Fred Lee Disque 8/21/17 Rose Doerr 9/7/17 Marian Donnell 10/1/17 William Dowd 10/2/17 Patricia A. Downer 10/3/17 Betty R. Droz 8/29/17 Norma Lee Dunn 8/22/17 Valerie J. Dunn 10/12/17 Ralph Barton Eakles 8/13/17 Anna F. Edwards 10/19/17 James Elias 8/25/17 Elmina E. Facemire 9/4/17 Jack Fagen 10/31/17 Patrick M. Fagan 9/12/17 Giacomo Ferri 9/8/17 Connie M. Ferrick 10/19/17 James W. Fierle 8/16/17 Leona Fike 10/1/17 William I. Fiscus 9/19/17 Dolores V. Fisher 8/10/17 Maxine D. Fisher 8/22/17 Charles A. Flynn, Jr. 10/31/17 John A. Foertsch 10/19/17 Ora Mae Folden 9/21/17 Joan A. Forneris 8/15/17 Ronald R. Fortney 9/1/17
Concordia Lutheran Ministries wishes to extend its deepest condolences to families who have lost loved ones. Thank you for trusting Concordia with their care. We feel privileged to have served them. May God provide you with His special blessings of comfort and peace.
Richard F. Fosnaught 10/4/17 Betty J. Foster 10/18/17 Regis H. Frederick Jr. 9/30/17 Cherie Freeland 8/12/17 Sarah E. Freeman 10/9/17 Orlando L. Fusacchia 8/4/17 Patricia Ann Fusco 9/6/17 Ralph Gaito 8/31/17 Ellen G. Galante 10/19/17 Mary Gall 10/13/17 Jerry P. Gantzer 8/24/17 Joanne Gaul 9/7/17 Glenn A. Geidel 10/14/17 Edwin L. Gerber 8/31/17 Donna M. Gerber 10/15/17 Bonnie L. Gilchrist 9/18/17 Inez M. Gillette 10/17/17 Anna Marie Gima 8/18/17 James E. Gitts 8/22/17 John F. Godown 8/27/17 R. Jean Goehring 9/26/17 David T. Good 10/22/17 Gladys M. Goodrich 10/24/17 Philomenia Greenawalt 10/10/17 Mike Gremani 10/25/17 Marilou Griest 9/15/17 Edward Gurcak 10/27/17 William Guzan, Jr. 8/21/17 Richard E. Grimm 10/23/17 Annie B. Hall 10/14/17 Johann M. Hall 10/26/17 Linda L. Hall 10/10/17 Beatrice L. Haney 9/13/17 David L. Hankey 9/22/17 Thelma J. Hapke 10/29/17 Catherine D. Harvey 8/9/17 Grover Harvey Jr. 9/17/17 Judith A. Haskins 10/21/17 Irene Hemphill 8/30/17 Richard V. Heyl 8/10/17 Raymond W. Hickman 10/11/17 William W. Hicks 10/5/17 Eugene E. Hilton 10/25/17 C. G. Hockenberry 9/27/17 Gerald E. Hoehn 10/3/17 Marie C. Hoffman 10/20/17 Leah F. Hoffmeier 9/27/17 Barbara A. Hohman 10/29/17 Donna Holly 9/20/17 Elizabeth Holman 9/26/17 Elizabeth N. Horvath 9/23/17 Beverley D. Howard 10/19/17 Julia Howryla 10/18/17 Helen Ruth Hromy 10/16/17 Betty J. Hubble 9/7/17 Nancy L. Humphrey 8/26/17
Shirley J. Inglefield 10/16/17 Barbara N. Jackson 8/14/17 Edward L. Jager 10/20/17 Clarence D. John 9/23/17 David C. Johnson 9/16/17 Thelma L. Johnston 10/28/17 Ada J. Jones 8/30/17 Marian Jones 9/1/17 Robert R. Jones 9/26/17 Mary Karp 8/16/17 Shirley R. Kaszuba 10/8/17 Baila F. Kaufman 8/8/17 Violet F. Keefer 10/1/17 Betty L. Kendall 8/19/17 Norma L. Kennedy 10/11/17 Elsie E. Kenly 8/25/17 Mary A. Kier 10/10/17 Irene E. Kiger 9/18/17 Robert Wayne King 10/14/17 Gary S. Kiraly 9/18/17 Joan V. Kirk 10/4/17 Corrine J. Kirkup 10/30/17 Robert Klebine 9/7/17 Bernard A. Klein 9/29/17 Marcella Klem 10/9/17 Mary E. Klinger 10/3/17 Cleo M. Knoch 10/20/17 Anne J. Knoebel 8/22/17 Mary C. Knopick 9/23/17 Margaret Knopick 10/12/17 Ruth E. Koerner 9/22/17 Betsy L. Kohlmann 10/29/17 Joseph A. Kolumban 9/27/17 Edward R. Konieczny 9/15/17 Joseph A. Kosik 9/6/17 Leonard D. Krall 10/11/17 Harold S. Kramer 9/10/17 Lawrence Krepps, Jr. 9/11/17 Raymond A. Kress 10/2/17 Annie L. Kurpiewski 8/20/17 Richard W. Kusar 9/16/17 Eileen Kuzma 10/12/17 Rita Mae Finnegan LaGamba 9/6/17 Mary Ellen Lahiff 10/1/17 Everett F. Lambert 9/28/17 Gerald B. Lander 9/16/17 Betty Jane Landgraf 9/2/17 Eugene E. Lane 9/30/17 Dianne D. LaNeve 10/16/17 Ronald Lassinger 9/20/17 Lois Lettrich 10/18/17 Ruth A. Levato 9/26/17 Vivian Linta 10/17/17 Barbara Linville 10/9/17 Harry Ling 9/28/17 Marjorie L. Lingenfelter 9/24/17
Patrick James Little 10/1/17 Beverly J. Long 10/28/17 Bernard H. Losco 10/13/17 Sybil Valentine Lowry 8/31/17 Michael E. Lubert 9/29/2017 Lois J. Ludwig 9/15/17 Allene D. Luppe 9/14/17 Mary K. Macom 9/23/17 Ronald Mages 9/17/17 Carole B. Maier 10/17/17 Janice Malay 10/19/17 Jean Manesberg 10/25/17 Alfred Marks 10/19/17 Rudolph Emil Missler, Sr. 10/27/17 George Milan Manolovich, Jr. 8/14/17 James I. Marshall 9/19/17 Charles A. Martin 10/2/17 Francene Martino 10/28/17 Geraldine K. Marzolf 8/27/17 Betty Maskrey 9/21/17 Russell Matchett 9/12/17 Carol McBride 8/21/17 Janet McClevish 8/20/17 Harry J. McGovern 10/30/17 Kitty E. McGurer 9/292017 Betty J. McKee 9/14/17 Albert T. McKelvey 9/16/17 Mary Lou McNaughton 9/16/17 David R. Mellott 9/30/2017 Bernadette E. Metz 8/28/17 Delores J. Metzler 10/17/17 Michele M. Meyer 10/6/17 Frances A. Michalek 5/15/17 F. Emma Michalski 8/31/17 Janet Miklos 10/14/17 Joyce Ann Mikula 10/14/17 James L. Miller 9/7/17 Patricia A. Miller 8/30/17 John N. Minich 9/17/17 Mary J. Minnici 9/7/17 Rudolph Emil Missler, Sr. 10/27/17 Ann E. Molnar 9/24/17 Eva Montgomery 9/17/17 Helen M. Montgomery 8/11/17 Kathleen Monti 10/5/17 Carrie E. Moore 10/13/17 Marlene D. Mootsey 8/27/17 Nancy J. Morrison 9/27/17 Harry O. Mottern 10/28/17 Josephine Muko 10/17/17 Howard Mumau 10/30/17 Adrienne M. Mullaney 8/31/17
Donna L. Murphy 9/20/17 Christina L. Musi 9/10/17 Ruth S. Myers 8/27/17 Grace M. Naper 9/30/17 Ellen Napoleon 10/16/17 Helen Nesbitt 9/10/17 John W. Nichol II 8/19/17 Jutta Nine 9/1/17 Mary L. Nock 10/18/17 Irene C. Nowakowski 10/30/17 Phyllis L. Pack 8/24/17 Antoinette Paliani 10/7/17 Richard C. Palmer 8/25/17 Donna G. Parsons 9/3/17 Jeanne F. Paterak 8/19/17 Michael Paterak 8/23/17 Charles R. Patete 9/7/17 Mary E. Pavlot 10/21/17 Howard Perdue 8/31/17 Mary Louise Peterman 9/15/17 Ronald H. Petronio 9/14/17 Thi M. Pham 8/21/17 Frances S. Philips 9/19/17 William A. Phillips 8/25/17 John L. Pintirsch 8/13/17 Dora Pittman 9/27/17 Stanley M. Pittman 8/17/17 Eddie V. Plemmons 10/7/17 William Pollak 10/7/17 Margaret Patricia Polosky 10/14/17 Evelyn L. Pore 10/20/17 Stanley Poskosky 10/1/17 Deborah A. Postich 9/19/17 George Postupac 9/28/17 Helen M. Powell 10/17/17 Albert G. Prem 10/22/17 Judith A. Prost 10/28/17 Nicholas Psihoulis 10/11/17 Mary Jo Purvis 8/17/17 Annelore W. Quiroz 9/18/17 George R. Radewicz 10/24/17 Patricia A. Rae 10/24/17 Ronald H. Raisley 9/21/17 Ellen Rangos 10/14/17 Donald R. Reckner 10/6/17 Susan Reckner 9/9/17 Robert L. Reifschneider 10/19/17 Elizabeth Ann Reiser 10/29/17 Dorothy M. Rezak 8/14/17 Vicki Richard 9/9/17 Vernon W. Rieger 10/21/17 William D. Rodgers 9/21/17 Dorit S. Rogers 10/22/17 Lois E. Rogers 8/13/17
Jeanette Rosenberger 8/23/17 Lillian L. Rosenblatt 9/20/17 Charles Ross 10/12/17 Charles H. Ruckdaschel 8/24/17 Jack Rudolph 10/31/17 Thomas J. Salerno, Sr. 10/12/17 Richard L. Samek 8/24/17 Raymond Sapp 9/8/17 William Schall 10/30/17 Robert Scherr 8/26/17 Eugene A. Schleiger 9/24/17 Gloria Schneider 9/22/17 Margaret L. Schoenfeld 9/23/17 Doris Scott 9/13/17 Harry Sell 8/28/17 Mark Serecin 10/16/17 Ronald H. Seybert 9/4/17 Mary E. Seyler 10/21/17 Margaret Shablesky 10/3/17 Audrey Shaffer 10/31/17 Christina Sheldon 10/25/17 Michael Slomkowski 9/10/17 James G. Smith 10/14/17 Shirley O. Smith 9/1/17 Kenneth J. Snyder 9/29/17 Steve Solonickne 10/10/17 Mary Ann Sontag 8/11/17 Susan Spak 9/8/17 Nickles Spryn 10/18/17 James P. Stamps 10/6/17 Mary Stamps 10/17/17 Donald L. Stanton 10/2/17 Wanda R. Staving 9/26/176 Wayne A. Stewart 10/2/17 Sara B. Straley 8/28/17 Lovina Studt 10/11/17 George E. Summerville 10/16/17 Anna A. Suto 8/8/17 Donald L. Sutter 9/24/17 Mildred V. Swartzlander 9/20/17 Regis A. Szarmack 9/25/17 Gloria E. Szymkewicz 10/11/17 Grace E. Takelal 8/27/17 Charles A. Temsik 8/11/17 Stuart M. Terrass 10/11/17 Barry Thompson 10/8/17 Carl Thompson, Jr. 8/31/17 Dr. James S. Thompson 9/29/17 Sally L. Thompson 9/7/17 Paul F. Tobin, Sr. 8/20/17 Regina Tobin 9/6/17 Robert L. Tomlinson 9/24/17
Harold Toocheck 9/13/17 Chester M. Toski 10/29/17 Violet J. Tress 9/7/17 Helen Trinski 8/28/17 Martha Turkovich 10/7/17 Raymond M. Vickinovac 8/24/17 Martha Visnick 9/28/17 Thomas J. Vitunic 8/17/17 Raymond S. Walkowski 9/19/17 Oma Lois Walton 9/16/17 Michell D. Warnick 9/14/17 Warren D. Watson 8/25/17 Margaret J. Watterson 10/15/17 Wayne Weil, Sr. 9/3/17 Waneda H. Weitzel 10/1/17 Freda G. Welch 9/16/17 Mary Cramer Wennemer 8/13/17 George Ann Wheeler 9/7/17 Ruth A. White 8/30/17 Lois Whitlinger 10/8/17 Paul E. Williams 10/18/17 W. Blaine Williams 10/6/17 Winona M. Williams 8/10/17 James Edward Willy 8/21/17 Theresa P. Wolfarth 8/17/17 Joseph Wolff 9/3/17 Howard Woodside 9/4/17 Pete Yacko 10/10/17 Grace M. Yarosz 8/23/17 Ray Yoho 10/5/17 Harry E. Yokim 9/24/17 Mary E. Zapsic 10/26/17 Ningya Zheng 10/29/17 Sharyn R. Zidow 9/6/17 Mary E. Zollum 8/23/17 James A. Zoppelt 10/28/17 Doris M. Zurawka 8/31/17
“My presence shall go with you, and I will give you rest.” – Exodus 33:14 December 2017 - 19
NEWS / NOTES December 2017
Sumner Fashion Show Benefits Garden Concordia at Sumner hosted its Second Annual Fashion Show fundraiser on Sunday, Sept. 17 at St. George’s Fellowship Hall in Fairlawn, Ohio, and the event was a combination of fashions, fun and fellowship – all for a new Garden of Prayer around the Louise Sumner Pavilion. Fashions by “Cynthia’s Boutique” were modeled by Concordia staff, residents, members of the Louise Sumner Board and the Boutique employees. Along with the fashions, a basket auction, silent auction and a variety of vendors made for a great event for all attendees and contributed more than $14,000 in donations. The new Garden will be a multi-sensory experience for all who choose to explore it.
Chaplaincy Services Jack Hartman conducted a blessing on the building and those who will live there, and Concordia Chief Operating Officer Brian Hortert closed the ceremony with a champagne toast and the ceremonial ribbon cutting, featuring all of the founding residents in attendance. At that point someone looked into the sky and all witnessed a most unique coincidence – the form of a cross had been created in the sky above the building. The event included tours of the building/model apartments, entertainment by River City Brass and hors d’oeuvres.
The “Founders,” or first people who reserved apartments, cut the ceremonial ribbon at the Highpointe grand opening.
A Beautiful Day for a Walk Pictured left to right: Concordia at Sumner staff and committee members Emily Dorland, Rowena Wilkins, Jen Rohr and CEO Charlene Kish
Highpointe at Rebecca Celebrates LongAwaited Grand Opening Concordia celebrated another milestone on Sept. 23, 2017 when 300 people gathered to open the 109unit retirement community on the Rebecca Residence campus. After a brief introduction from Concordia at Rebecca Residence Executive Director Mike Kaufman, Concordia President and CEO Keith Frndak spoke about the history of Rebecca Residence and Concordia and how they intersected. He thanked the Concordia Board and Planning Committee, architects, builders, staff and, most importantly, the residents who put their faith in Concordia before seeing the building. Concordia Board Chairman Steve Johnson quoted Psalm 118:24 and recognized the foresight of past Board Members to have a vision for a retirement community in this area - and the patience required to work on it for a decade. Concordia’s Director of 20 - Faith in Caring
September came to a perfect close at Saxony Farm in Saxonburg at the Second Annual Good Samaritan Hospice Walk when those in attendance walked a little more than a mile around the quiet farm in memory of their lost loved ones. The event featured a dove release, games and activities for kids, employee recognition and door prizes for everyone. Proceeds made from the event make a difference to the hospice patients and families we are fortunate to serve.
Attendees walking through picturesque Saxony Farms.
2017-18 EVENTS 2017 2017 Concordia Oktoberfest Hosts More than 1,600 Oct. 10 marked another great Concordia Oktoberfest for more reasons than high numbers. There were nearly 500 kids enjoying free food, free activities like a bouncy house, pumpkin decorating, face painting, pony rides, hay rides and the most spectacular Zambelli fireworks. The thermometer nearly reached 90 degrees, but that didn’t stop the energy of The Mikey Dee Polka Band. Member church bake sales and the Haven residents’ Rummage sale sold out just two hours into the event. Special thanks to the 80+ volunteers from Concordia who made the event run smoothly.
Fifth Annual Live Nativity December 10, 5 p.m. Concordia at Cabot
2018
CLM Spring Fundraiser May 12 Butler Country Club
Camp Erin® Pittsburgh
(Bereavement camp for kids & teens ages 6-17) June 8-10 YMCA Camp Kon-O-Kwee Spencer www.camperinpittsburgh.org
Concordia's 15th Annual Golf Classic
July 9, 8 a.m. registration Treesdale Golf & Country Club
137th Annual Summer Festival Kids enjoying a balloon artist among other activities at the annual Oktoberfest!
Purse Gala Benefits Camp Erin Pittsburgh The Fourth Annual Purse Gala, presented by New York Life, welcomed attendees to the Lexus Club at PNC Park on Wednesday, Nov. 8. The event raised more than $43,000 for Camp Erin Pittsburgh, a weekend overnight camp for children and teens who have experienced the death of a loved one. The night was hosted by Heather Abraham of KDKA-TV2, the exclusive media sponsor, and included a purse auction, a silent auction and a buffet dinner. A special round of applause for our Platinum Sponsors: P2 Contracting, Angiulli and Associates and Rych Mysliwiec, New York Life Managing Partner.
July 29, Noon Cabot Campus
3rd Annual Concordia at Sumner Fall Fashion Show September 15 TBA
Concordia Oktoberfest October 6, 4-8 p.m. Concordia at Cabot
For more information on any of these events, please contact the Public Relations Department at 724-352-1571, ext. 8266 or visit the Events & News page at www.concordialm.org.
NEWS / NOTES Concordia Purchases Property in Penn Twp. In an effort to once again expand its mission of serving others, Concordia purchased a 134 acre parcel of property in Penn Twp. known as The Mansion. Specific plans for the property have not been finalized, but Concordia intends to incorporate The Mansion in its future plans to serve people. Concordia purchased the property from the Raymond Lassinger Family Trust and their company, Associated Ceramics and Technology, Inc. The family made a generous charitable donation as part of the transaction to help further the care Concordia provides. “Our gift is an expression of gratitude for the excellent comfort and care given to my wife, my father and my mother during their stays at Concordia,” Raymond Lassinger said. The location and frontage on the Route 8 corridor was a chief component in Concordia’s decision to purchase the property. In February, Concordia acquired the former Middlesex Elementary School, approximately 4 miles away, for administrative offices for its home health and hospice companies – in addition to donating some of the space to a local nonprofit.
Concordia at Sumner Celebrates Fifth Anniversary Staff and residents at Concordia at Sumner (CaS) in Copley celebrated five years of service to the community on Thursday and Friday, Nov. 16 and 17. Residents toasted the milestone at a wine and cheese reception on Friday, Nov. 17 from 4:30 – 6 p.m. in the Great Hall. Charlene Kish, CEO, recognized and thanked the family of employees on Nov. 16 at three meetings where a slide show presentation took them through the years and announced the new garden apartment expansion scheduled to begin in 2018. The subsidiary of Concordia Lutheran Ministries acquired the Continuing Care Retirement Community on Nov. 13, 2012. According to Charlene, “We are at record numbers in each of the three service areas with near capacity. And the groundbreaking of our 2018 new apartment expansion is a result of our success.” In the past five years, CaS has seen many successful highlights: Cleveland Clinic Akron General uses CaS as part of its residency program and for medical student rotations in geriatrics, an Alzheimer’s Sup22 - Faith in Caring
port group was initiated, a Silver Sneakers location was established, skilled nursing facility has achieved an overall 5-star rating on the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Nursing Home Compare website and the healthcare facility is a Music & Memory Certified Care Facility
Concordia Lutheran Ministries Elects Six New Board Members Concordia President and CEO Keith Frndak announced the election of six new board members at the annual delegate meeting on Sunday, Nov. 12 at Highpointe at Rebecca. Eighteen board members comprise the governing body and represent 32 Lutheran Churches Missouri Synod in the western Pennsylvania area. Installed by Rev. Jack Hartman, director of chaplaincy services, each will serve a three-year term. Incumbents who were elected include Mary Ann Bornemann of Plum Borough, retired administrative assistant to the principal at Redeemer Lutheran School and member of Grace Lutheran Church, Peter Humphrey of Cranberry Township, President of SYNTHEON, North America and a member of Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in Freedom, Rev. Barry J. Keurulainen of Cabot, pastor at St Luke since 1982, Rev. Keurulainen served on the Concordia Board for 18 years previously, Paul Rehkopf of Murrysville, retired UPMC Director of Laser Surgery and member of Calvary Lutheran Church for more than 30 years; and Bob Schmidt of McMurray, retired Vice President of Bayer Corporation and a member of Zion Lutheran Church in Bridgeville for 48 years. Newly elected this year is Aubrey Merkle of Wexford, a member of First
New Board Members: Peter Humphrey, Rev. Barry Keurulainen, Mary Ann Bornemann, Paul Rehkopf and Bob Schmidt. Not Pictured: Aubrey Merkle.
Concordia Lutheran Ministries Guide to Services Trinity Ev. Lutheran Church and a Pittsburgh resident for only three years. Her most recent employment was Academic Advising Coordinator and Instructor for Academic Affairs at Carlow University. Presented with a thankyou plaque was Jim Limbaugh, St. Luke Lutheran Church in Cabot and former Vice Chairman of the Board, for 25 years of service. A total of 50 delegates representing 20 churches were in attendance, as well as management staff and guests.
Highpointe at Rebecca Presents Seniors for Safe Driving Highpointe at Rebecca will be a new location for the Seniors for Safe Driving course. The class will be held on Monday, December 11 from 9 a.m – 2 p.m. in the Community Room on the main floor. A one-hour break for lunch will be provided courtesy of Highpointe. Interested parties should call 1-800-559-4880 or register online at www.SeniorsForSafeDriving. com. A PennDot approved driver improvement course designed specifically for mature drivers 55 years old and older, this opportunity allows participants to refresh their driving techniques, regain lost confidence and develop a positive driving attitude. Check your insurance policy for details. Participants need to take an approved course every three years to continue to be eligible for the insurance discount.
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Concordia’s Fifth Annual Live Nativity Sunday, December 10 148 Marwood Rd., Cabot, PA 16023 (Entrance #5, Haven II)
Performances at 4:30, 5:15 and 6 p.m. • Featuring Concordia staff and residents • Live animals • Hot beverages and refreshments (indoors) • Live Christmas music (indoors) • Free admission • Free gift for kids 12 and under This will be a “walk-through” nativity, so guests are encouraged to dress warmly. Parking at entrances 5 and 6. For more information, call 724-352-1571, ext. 8343 or visit www.concordialm.org.