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My colleague preached on Nehemiah 4:1920 recently where Nehemiah is rallying the Israelites to build the wall of Jerusalem to restore order and honour for God’s people. However, they face opposition from enemies all around them. “The work is great and widely spread, and we are separated on the wall, far from one another In the place where you hear the sound of the trumpet, rally to us there Our God will fight for us. ” Nehemiah recognizes the threat and puts a system in place so that the people could rally together at the sound of the trumpet to help where needed.

Pastor Jordan spoke on the necessity of a community like this. We all have moments where we feel like pressure is

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mounting and we need help. The question is, “Do we have a community where we can be authentic to blow the trumpet when we need help?” James 5:16 says, “Confess your sins to one another and pray for one another,” but we often don’t do this because we are used to putting up walls and wearing masks We ask, “How are you?” and the expectation is to hear, “I’m fine.” We deflect opportunities to really cry out for help We fear we would be judged and cast out if we really share what we ’ re going through.

Unfortunately, we have become really good at hiding, but God calls us to be real The only way we could feel safe while being authentic is if grace abounds in our community. Where grace abounds, people feel free to express how we ’ re really doing. We can confess sins without fear of judgment We can blow the trumpet and find a community of grace rallying to us in support, and within that community, “Our God will fight for us. ”

All Saints Anglican Church

4755 Arthur Drive, Delta

Do you just do cruises?

No – As our logo states, we are Expedia Cruises, …Air, Land and Sea!

Not looking to cruise? Why not plan a truly relaxing vacation to a land where summer never ends! Visit the sunny locales of Mexico, feast your senses in the beautiful landscapes of Hawaii, or take a refreshing swim on the gorgeous beaches of the Caribbean islands. Here, it’s summer all day –every day!

Indulge yourself sipping a cocktail on the beach, basking in the glorious sun, and enjoying an all-inclusive vacation where everything is taken care of for you. Access amazing offers on your worry-free vacation during our Sun Seeker Sale, which runs from August 17 – 27.

Winter is just around the corner lets start planning now

In your last column you mentioned that there would be specials coming in the next months for your 40th Anniversary. Can you give any more information?

Our special for the months of July and August is for stamps.

Anyone who has been in our store has seen our stamp room.

We have tables piled high with hundreds of stamp albums filled with stamps that we sell by the album. These albums range from World Wide, Canadian, USA to individual World Country albums. There are also many Stock Books filled with stamps that are priced below the cost of the new Stock book. These we have on sale for 25% off on 1 to 4 albums purchased. For 5 or more albums we have 40% off your purchase.

Western Coin & Stamp

How to Prevent Kitchen Sink Blockages?

Jim Richardson, owner

All season versus all weather tires - what’s the difference?

All season tires are a great choice for dry climates and areas that see little rain, snow or adverse weather conditions They offer good fuel economy, low road noise and a comfortable ride

All weather tires bridge the gap between a dedicated snow tire and an all season tire, bearing the 3 Peak Mountain Snowflake symbol for improved traction in wet, slushy and snowy conditions. Although not offering the same performance as a dedicated snow tire, all weather tires are a great fit for our coastal climate, potentially eliminating the need to changeover from summer to winter tires each season

Not sure which choice is right for your vehicle? Let the experts at Delta Mobile Tire help you decide

Deltamobiletire@gmail.com www deltamobiletire com

How can I pay tribute to someone through a donation to support the Delta Hospital Campus of Care?

Making a tribute gift is a wonderful way to celebrate loved ones and events or show appreciation. You can donate in memory of a loved one, in honour of a friend or family member or ask friends and family to donate to Delta Hospital and Community Health Foundation in honour of your special occasion.

In Memory

Making a gift ‘in memory’ of a special person is a meaningful way to pay tribute to the life of a loved one who has passed away These gifts can be made anytime ncluding as a monthly gift or annually If requested, we can send a condolence card to the family to let them know you have made a gift.

In Honour

Shari Barr, Annual Giving Manager

Western Coin & Stamp 6960 No 3 Road, Richmond, BC V6Y 2C5 www.westerncoinsandstamps.net westerncns@telus net 604-278-3235

We receive hundreds of phone calls each year for blocked kitchen sinks, so we wanted to share some professional advice to help you avoid the stress. First, you must have a properly designed drainage system. If your drainage lines have the wrong fittings, too many tight turns and corners, or the wrong grading – you will be prone to blockages. Second, do not treat your drains like a garbage can or compost bin. We know it’s easier and sometimes fun to toss things down the drain but grease, large or bulky food scraps, and seemingly innocent items like coffee grounds are not meant for your drains. Not only do they tend to accumulate, but they also tend to cause foul odours to develop in your drains. Third, be proactive with safe drain maintenance products. We offer Bio-Clean because it’s all-natural and quickly eliminates odours while the friendly bacteria start to eat away at the sludge in your drains.

Visit www.absoluteplumbing/articles for a complete list of what to avoid and how to maintain your drains.

Henry and Fredy

nfo@absoluteplumbing ca www absoluteplumbing ca 1517 56 Street Delta, British Columbia V4L 2A9

A gift made ‘in honour’ is a wonderful way to celebrate a special person or occasion such as birthday anniversary or a wedding. No matter the occasion, asking friends and family for donations to Delta Hospital and Community Health Foundation in lieu of gifts is a thoughtful way to commemorate your milestone. A tribute gift to Delta Hospital and Community Health Foundation will help support the Delta Hospital Campus of Care in the delivery of outstanding healthcare. Tribute gifts that collectively reach $1000 or more will be recognized on the Foundation donor wall inside Delta Hospital. A gift can be made on our website, or by calling or visiting our office. A charitable tax receipt will be issued to the individual donor For more information on Tribute Giving, please contact Shari Barr, Annual Giving Manager shari barr@dhchfoundation ca dhchfoundation ca 604-940-9695

I am afraid of the dentist. Will sedation work for me?

You are not alone. Many people have fears around dental appointments, resulting from previous bad experiences or just deep seated irrational fears. Regardless, It is possible to have conscious sedation ensuring that you remember little or nothing about your dental appointment. By taking just one little pill, the dentist can complete all the treatment required in as little as one or two appointments. We have treated many patients who have avoided the dentist for decades due to these fears and they would never have thought they could have a healthy mouth.

Animal Expo at Memorial

JIM KINNEAR PHOTOS

It was definitely a dog day afternoon at Ladner’s Memorial Park on Sunday for the Delta Community Animal Expo with plenty of displays, events and fun for the entire family.

A D V I C E F R O M T H E Professionals

I have been hearing that Pharmacists can now prescribe. Is this true?

Yes, as of June 1st, 2023, Pharmacists in BC can prescribe medications for 21 different minor conditions as well as provide prescriptions for oral contraceptives, emergency contraception, IUD s and implants While we cannot yet initiate prescriptions for every condition nor order laboratory testing, we still can extend or renew your existing prescriptions, provide emergency supplies and, occasionally, adjust therapy IF it is your best interest to do so AND we possess the skills, experience and training to do so We share everything we do with you and your physician There is far more information on the BC Government`s website: http://www gov bc ca/seeapharmacist Stop by and see us today for more information

“Your Health – Our Priority” is not just a slogan – it is THE reason Paul Gibbons, Pharmacist/Owner at the Medicine Shoppe in Tsawwassen, looks forward to helping you every day

What is an open mortgage?

Windsor Woods, Tsawwassen #4 - 1363 56th Street 778-434-3300 www medicineshoppe ca email: ms0367@store medicineshoppe ca

An open mortgage allows you to pay off a portion of the principal or payout the entire mortgage at any time without penalty Interest rates on open mortgage terms are significantly higher than closed mortgages Due to the higher costs, fully open mortgage are usually taken for very short time periods

Lisa Manwaring

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3 Walk or play in nature 4x per week at least Keep a photo diary of your bliss moments.

4 Nurture meaningful connections with loved ones and engage in acts of kindness.

5 Explore new aspects of yourself with energy medicine Come see me Let’s do this.

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My elderly mother has her first hearing test booked and I’d like to come with her. Is this allowed?

Absolutely! Accompanying a family member or close friend to a hearing test can be helpful for a number of reasons:

1. Your presence provides a sense of support and comfort in an unfamiliar situation.

2. You can provide valuable insight concerning your loved one’s hearing loss. For instance, you’ll likely know what they can and cannot hear You may know at what distance they stop hearing you. You may understand which communication and sounds they are missing All of this helps us understand what their hearing loss is like in different situations. Your perspective and observations are incredibly useful.

3. Family members can be important in decision-making because they understand the physical, financial, and social aspects of home life.

Mark Nickel BC-HIP, BBA Hearing Instrument Practitioner Phone: 604-943-0033 5682 12 Avenue, Tsawwassen www TsawwassenHearing com