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Article Written + Submitted by: Rev John Mahoney P: 4733 1635 A: Cnr William Howell Dr + Pritchard Pl, Glenmore Park W: www.glenmoreparkanglican.com.au. Service Times: Sundays @ 8.30 and 10.15am, 5 + 7pm. Plus activities for adults + young people right throughout the week.
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As I write these words it’s mid-April. We’ve been in social isolation for something like 3 weeks (feels much longer) and I suspect we’d all agree this whole Covid thing, sucks. Easter, ANZAC Day, Birthdays, BBQ’s with friends and family, even just a walk in the park; a lot has changed thanks to Covid and not much of it for the better. Thank God for technology! Social Media, email, online church services, conference calls, the phone (who knew that was going to make a comeback); It’s wonderful that in a time when we can’t physically be with one another, we can still stay connected. I guess one thing that Covid and social distancing shows us is that, deep down, we all enjoy relating to other people. Maybe we prefer small groups, or only a select few, or maybe we like being in crowded rooms full of noise, but one way or another, relationships are a major part of life, and of enjoying life. I mean, I’m an introvert, and even I’m missing being out and
about, just bumping into people. We are made for relationship. Relationship with each other, and relationship with God. And unlike people right now, God doesn’t need to be kept at arm’s length. There is no social distancing necessary with God. In fact, because of Jesus Christ, no one ever has to be distant from God. Anyone can come to him, as the Bible says, “come near to God and he will come near to you” (James Chapter 4 Verse 8). God wants to be in a relationship with you, he wants to know you. He sent Jesus to prove it! So, if you’d like to think more about your relationship with God, I’m always happy to talk (phone and email below) and Church is a great place to get to know God better. In these Covid times church is all online, so feel free to join us on Sunday at 10 AM via Facebook or YouTube. (www.facebook.com/ glenmoreparkanglican/ or http://youtube.com/c/GPAChurch) And when this is all over, we’d love to meet you in person!
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The Foothills NEEDS Register I think that God uses hard times to draw out of us the deeper, quality stuff he created for our lives. So much creativity, energy, leadership, love, courage, strength, and faith lie dormant because there is no immediate call upon it when things are flowing along nicely for us. Aspects of our sacred DNA are under-utilised. I mean parts of us given by God to fight for good in the world when things turn bad. I mean creativity for solutions to needs, faith for healing and coping and praying, love for liberating and countering fear, energy to fight for justice, and generosity to reach out and make the lives of others better. When the coronavirus situation became serious the Foothills Church community started asking, “What can we do?” I think innately we all know that we are made for something more noble than just looking after ourselves, and this pandemic stirred that realisation in us too. We had a zoom meeting to brainstorm. I noticed a stirring of creativity, compassion and energy, and the idea for the FOOTHILLS NEEDS REGISTER was birthed. The register is an on-line space open to everyone where people impacted by COVID-19 can register their needs, and anyone (individuals, businesses, and other organisations) in a position to help someone else can register how they can help. We seek to connect those in need with those who can help so that in some way we lift those without food, a job, someone to talk to, transport, or help with shopping. I invite you to check out the register on our website at: www. foothillschurch.com.au and to join us in expressing creativity, courage, love, generosity and other good qualities that God is calling into expression in these hard times. Please register your needs, or if you are able to help others, register what you can offer or let your boss know so that her business can get involved too. I pray these hard times draw you to noble expressions of your life that reward your soul, Paul
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THEN CALL JOHN 0423 019 053 Like many in the entertainment industry right now, local musician Steve Head has been unable to perform on stage due to the current coronavirus pandemic. After requests from family and friends from all around the world who follow his singing, Steve decided to bring his music to the people and perform online, via live feeds on Facebook. His live performances at home have also featured his 6-year-old daughter Michelina, who is delighting in the opportunity to sing with her dad. Steve has been singing all his life. He never knew that someday he would decide to take it seriously and do something with it, after being encouraged by a friend after a family tragedy saw him withdraw a lot from social activity when he was 25. “Michelina has been singing since she could stand and talk, but I have never pushed her. I’d rather let her make that decision to hopefully follow the same passion that I have for it. She really looks forward to the live feed performances and it’s a great way to help with her confidence” explained Steve. Sharing the home stage with her dad has given Michelina the opportunity to perform for everyone, from family in Italy through to friends at school. “She has already received many positive comments and words of encouragement and we know this is bringing much happiness to others. Michelina is getting her own little fan base” Steve glowed. At a time when isolation can leave us feeling down, Steve believes that music can help pick us up, “I believe music is healing, especially in times like this as it can help people relive memories. It reminds them of special people in their lives and distracts from the doom and gloom. It can also make them feel that they are not alone and that they can stay connected in a positive way through social media. Music uplifts your mood and we hope these live feeds have people up and dancing at home”. r Steve and daughter Michelina share the stage at home | Image Supplied
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It is still possible to have fun at home whilst we are all self-isolating. Even the most boring of jobs, that is taking out the bin each week, has now become an event. People all around the world are encouraged to dress up and add a little flair when wheeling the bin out. This phenomenon first gained popularity right here in Australia and you could say that Glenmore Park residents Jennifer Sargeant and David Delaney have taken this to new heights! David recently dressed as an astronaut, complete with a full spacesuit, when taking the bin out. The momentous occasion was filmed by Jennifer, his partner, and posted online on Facebook in the Bin Isolation Outing group. The video was filmed in one take and was welcomed by the group, which boast almost 1,000,000 members worldwide, before going viral. “As soon as my friend told us about the group, I thought what a great idea it would be to post a video for everyone to enjoy. Well, it blew up and I remember it hit 500 likes in a matter of minutes. It’s now had over 6,000 likes, 500 shares and thousands of views” explained Jennifer. “David was born in 1969, which was also the year that man first walked on the moon. We thought, instead of having a moon landing, why not have a bin landing! Everyone knows what a spacesuit is and it’s relatable and has a global theme. It all just made sense” she smiled. The spacesuit was originally purchased online last year for David’s 50th birthday and used for a fancy-dress party. “It takes about 5 to 10 minutes to put on and can get quite hot in there. Even though the video was filmed in the morning, I was still sweating” said David. The video was made even more realistic with David improvising by walking slowly like an astronaut, just like Neil Armstrong did all those years ago on the moon. Once pushing his bin to the end of the driveway, he placed an Australian flag to mark the achievement. “My only request to Jennifer before she filmed the video was that she had to yell out ‘Action’ at the start” David chuckled. Jennifer and David both agree that the purpose of the light-hearted video was to help put a smile on people’s faces during this difficult time. “We had so much fun making this and hope that it brings just as much joy to watch. We encourage everyone in the community to give it a go and try it. The world needs it right now” they ended. r Feature Article: The bin has landed [Above] David and Jennifer | Images Supplied
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#AnzacSpirit Not Lost in 2020 When Anzac Day services and memorials were cancelled this year, many Australians came together to collectively look at alternate ways in which we would still have a day of remembrance whilst practicing social distancing and being isolated from one another. A movement began and it was soon decided upon that we would each stand on our driveways at home at dawn and observe a minute’s silence. As we were unable to participate in a service, there were several ways in which we could commemorate Anzac Day 2020. RSL NSW suggested that you could record yourself reciting the ode or sharing a message on social media using the hashtag #ANZACSpirit. They also suggested that whilst listening to a streamed commemorative service, you could ‘light up the dawn’ by lighting a candle to remember those who fought for our country. Students who play instruments in school bands also participated in various musical projects across the country, which saw them perform ‘The Last Post’ at 6:00am on their driveways at home (after advising their neighbours of their plans on Anzac Day). Mateship plays a big part on Anzac Day, with many veterans, their families and friends coming together to spend time with one another in years gone by. Instead, this year it was replaced with phone and video calls, where checking up on a mate was more important than ever. How ever you chose to acknowledge Anzac Day this year, one thing was for certain. That was that Anzac Spirit is still very much alive in Australia, New Zealand and right around the world. Many kept sharing stories to show that the spirit of Anzac remains. Lest we forget. r Image: www.pixabay.com
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Support Knows NO Boundaries this Mothers Day Motherless Daughters Australia (MDA) is the only national not-for-profit organisation specialising in support after the loss of a mother, with focus on informing, representing, connecting, and supporting women and girls whose mothers have died. They help their community navigate the everyday and life’s major milestones without the support of their mum. With a network of around 4,000 in total and an online support group of more than 2,500 women, there is a real need for such support. The lead up to Mother’s Day in particular, is extremely challenging and given that we are even more isolated this year due to COVID19, MDA has a range of online initiatives to ensure its community feel continued support and connectedness. Motherless Daughters Awareness Week (May 3-9) is specifically in place a week before Mother’s Day to raise awareness that the organisation exists as a support network, and to help raise awareness and increase education within the wider community. During this week, women and children whose mums have died will be invited to participate in a social media initiative and record a 20 second video about how they will be honouring their mum this Mother’s Day. They can then upload it to their account, tag the organisation and use the hashtag #honouringher. The online support group which can be accessed via Facebook, is also a wonderful and comforting source of support, not only for Mother’s Day, but throughout the entire year. Women connect and listen, advise and empathise daily with nothing but love, understanding and compassion. Motherless Daughters also focuses on supporting the wider community and friends and family or motherless daughters to better support them in a more informed and insightful way. A factsheet that has been developed in consultation with their network, is available for download from their website. If you or someone else you know has lost their mum and may benefit from this organisation, please help raise awareness and let them know. To find out more, please head to their website www.motherlessdaughters.com.au. r Providing support to over 120 women in less than 4 weeks via video conferencing. MDA will continue connecting and providing virtual support ongoing | Image Supplied
Natasha’s Story “My mum, Eleonora Carbone, died on 6th June 2014 from metastatic uterine cancer. She was 69 and I was 33, my younger sister was 29. Mum was an active member of the local Penrith community for many years. She was kind, funny, caring and her love for us was unconditional” said Glenmore Park resident Natasha Lincoln. Natasha’s mum Eleonora met her now husband, but wasn’t around to see her get engaged, married or pregnant for the first time. “I will be forever devastated that my mum has not met my two beautiful boys and that she won’t meet baby number three due in September this year” she said. “My world is still not spinning around the same as it used to, but it is spinning again, just at a different pace and with different scenery. I can see the happiness in my children’s faces and the beautiful butterflies in the garden and I can hear the music again. Although time has passed, I still miss her every day. Love you mum. Happy Mother’s Day” ended Natasha.
Happy heavenly Mothers Day to my beautiful mum. I can’t visit this year but always thinking of you and missing you forever and a day. 20 years since heaven took you away. #RebeccaWoodward
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Happy Mothers Day Mum Thanks for making me who I am today, and always being there for me. From the luckiest son in the world, Flynn
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How are you all doing in the current conditions? What are you doing well? What are you struggling with? What could you do better? Where are the points of conflict in the family relationships? And why? • I am wondering if most conflict is caused by expectations that aren’t communicated well? We can become unstuck when we have really high expectations and low warmth and affection. There is no payoff for doing the right thing. I am seeing some families thriving. They are spending more quality time together where they are enjoying each other’s company. They get school work done in the morning which leaves the afternoons for play. They play board games. Kids are kept busy with simple activities in the home and outdoors. They are taking advantage of the activities offered on the internet and Facebook. The parents are reflecting on what is going well and what they could do differently. They are having family meetings to sort out any problems as they go along. Some families are loving not having the pressure of packing lunchboxes, getting out the door, getting in the door, getting dinner ready to make sure the kids are bathed and in bed to do it all again the next day. Everything is more fluid and parents are going with their children’s natural rhythms. They are doing the ‘we are in this together’ slogan in the home with a lot of fun and humour thrown in. “Though this is a scary time, it could very well be a time they remember as the best time in their life.â€? (Author unknown) r
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A Birthday with a Difference It is every 12-year-old boy’s dream to have a birthday party filled with their family and friends, food, games, and a day of fun. For local boy, Charles Powell, this year’s celebrations would be different, with his party cancelled due to the coronavirus pandemic. Instead, Charles’ parents Lisa and Vin Powell organised a Zoom party, where his family would surprise him online, via video conference from all
around the world. “Charles was pretty disappointed to have to cancel his party with all of his mates and cousins. We really wanted to do what we could to make it special for him, so we had a family Zoom party!” said Lisa Finn-Powell, Charles’ mother. With his siblings unable to fly up from Melbourne to join him, the family had a gift opening session on Zoom. Each member of the family had their own window, which saw Charles’ mother (Lisa) and father (Vin) as well as brother (Nick) and sister (Belle) in different rooms of the house. Older sister Grace and her boyfriend Pim were in their garden in Melbourne, along with older brother Will at his house. Charles’ Aunty Kari, who lives in North Carolina in the US, even popped in as a surprise visitor. “To open each present, Charles ran up and down the stairs and all over the house to where we were all sitting with our computers. The whole experience was a lot of fun. We also did a screen share of our birthday card to him, which said ‘You are getting a DOG!’. At that point, everyone went mad with excitement. It was unexpectant to all of the family” explained Lisa. Of course, no birthday is complete without a cake and this year Charles was treated to a Star Wars ™ themed chocolate cake, with R2D2. “It really was a wonderful birthday party in the end. The best surprise I could have asked for” said an excited Charles. r Charles’ family celebrating online | Image Supplied
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This year, the RSPCA has gone virtual with... Million Paws Walk: Walk This May! Simply walk 30 minutes a day this May with your furry friend and you'll be helping the RSPCA fight animal cruelty. The best part? Entry is FREE! Even though things are changing around us, we can't stop the fight against animal cruelty. There are still more than 30,000 dogs coming through the RSPCA shelter doors every year, needing their help. So this May, we're walking for them! Sign up online NOW at https://www.millionpawswalk.com.au/ Plus, it's a great way to keep ourselves and our pooches happy and healthy while we're stuck inside! How it works • Sign up for FREE • Walk 30 minutes a day with your pooch • Log your time moved on your personal pawdometer • Win PAWsome prizes It's THAT easy to help fight animal cruelty this May! During these challenging times it's so important that we take a break, get some fresh air and give our furry friends the attention they deserve! We hope you'll join the RSPCA to Walk This May! Check out our website for more information www. orchardhillsvet.com.au or join us on Facebook. We look forward to meeting you and your pets at Orchard Hills Veterinary Hospital, and please feel free to pop in anytime and meet the team. r Image: www.pexels.com
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With exercise restricted to half an hour a day away from the home during isolation, the option to explore is limited. That is, of course, if you are going on a bear hunt. That’s right – a Teddy Bear Hunt! A worldwide movement has begun, where families place a teddy bear somewhere visible in their home, where children and adults of all ages can see them passing by on their daily walks or runs. The teddy bear could be in the window of a bedroom, your car or just sitting in your front yard. There are no limits with how creative you can be with displaying your bear, with some members of the community using certain themes. It could be a bunny around Easter, a bear dressed as a soldier for Anzac Day or a mummy bear with her family for Mother’s Day. Once you’ve displayed your bear for all to see, you can choose to simply sit back and surprise passersby or to post photos online. Local groups right across social media have formed, where you can post a photo of your bear and your suburb. It’s important to note that when you are out on a teddy bear hunt and you see one, do not touch them! You can admire them from afar, but do not go near them, pick them up or move them. During the coronavirus pandemic, we all must practice social distancing and that also means from the bears as well. The next time you’re exercising - going for a walk, run or even as a passenger in the car, look out for the teddy bears. They are a reminder that we’re not alone and that we’re all in this together during these ever-changing times ahead. r A local bunny greets passersby for Easter | Image Supplied
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Osteoarthritis (OA) - Is Excess Weight Really A Cause? What do we know? First, medicine considers OA ‘idiopathic i.e. ‘no specific cause’, different from trauma induced OA. Prevalence increases with age. Comorbidities are common - hypertension, obesity, diabetes, COPD, CAD, stroke, disorders heavily influenced by diet / life-style. Patients with previous hand OA have increased likelihood of knee and hip OA (independent of weight). Such facts support a systemic (diet/lifestyle) cause for idiopathic OA. Yet: 1. excess weight 2. repetitive squatting, heavy lifting are commonly listed OA causes. Consider the amount of weight carried by joints: ankle > knee > hip. This would suggest occurrence of OA should be lowest in hips, more frequent in knees, greatest in ankles. In line with this, hip OA makes up around 19% of cases, knee OA 41%, ankle OA just 4%, and weight doesn’t explain why 30% of cases involve hands. Research from Duke University shows when a joint carries more weight the body compensates for the increased load on cartilage by increasing a thing called cartilage ‘protein turnover’. The concept is actually quite simple. Protein turnover is the rate at which new fully functional proteins are synthesised to replace older worn-out proteins. The faster this occurs, the more new proteins you have, the stronger your cartilage. Protein turnover increases from hips to knees to ankles so each joint can handle its extra load. Given all of the above, it’s likely that OA develops along with (not because of ) obesity as a result of metabolic derangements due to poor diet lifestyle. But why the knees? Many studies don’t differentiate between trauma-OA (caused by previous injury) and idiopathic OA. Previous traumatic injuries increase the relative prevalence of OA in a joint and is one of the strongest risk factors for subsequent knee OA. The knee is unprotected by surrounding tissue, the most easily injured joint. So traumatic injury (not including simple wear & tear) contributes to the overall increased prevalence of all cause OA in knees. Differentiating non-traumatic OA is important because, without traumatic injury ‘idiopathic OA’ is ironically, much more likely to occur among sedentary individuals. So, eat right & exercise! Just be more careful not to get a major injury. r Image Supplied: https://journeytothenewyou.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2019/10/obesity-joint-pain.jpg
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