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Lima Presbyterian Church

Beginning on January 10th, Sunday Morning Worship will be online. Please email contact@limapreschurch.org to reserve an invitation to Worship. David Kilgore, Minister • 624-3850

First Presbyterian Church of Livonia Center

3836 Richmond Mills Road, Rt. 20A, Livonia Center 346-5075 Pastor, Jamie Tyrrell Sunday Worship 9:30 am • Handicap Accessible

Leicester Evangelical Presbyterian Church

161 Main St., Leicester • 382-3311 Pastor David Missel www.seekinggodtogether.com Adult Sunday School: 10am • Worship Service: 10:30am Please Join Us!

York United Presbyterian Church 2662 Main St., York, NY • 243-1266 Sunday Worship Service in person at 11:00 am Available on the YouTube channel: “York UP in the 585”. Pastor: Rev. Michelle Sumption • All are welcome!

Central Presbyterian Church of Geneseo

Corner 2nd & Center St. • 243-0669 Pastor Rev. Dr. Nancy E. Lowmaster Rev. Bruce Boak-Temporary Supply Pastor Rev. Laurel Nelson-Temporary Supply Pastor for Congregational Care Sunday Worship at 10am @www.cpcgeneseo.org

Please wear a mask and social distancing will be practiced.

UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST

Being charitable is rewarding, not only to those on the receiving end of others’ good deeds but also for those doing the giving. Research conducted by the National Institutes of Health found participants who chose to donate a portion of money they were provided activated pleasure centers in the brain. Doing something positive can be uplifting, and being charitable helps others in need. Quite often people who engage in charitable works fi nd inspiration through their efforts. That’s because working with a nonprofi t group can create opportunities to meet new people, socialize and be surrounded with like-minded individuals. It also may help adults serve as role models to youngsters. Children who see their parents or other adults being charitable may be more likely to be philanthropic when they grow up. Every little bit counts when being charitable. Philanthropy doesn’t mean donating thousands of dollars or lots of hours volunteering. The following are some relatively easy ways to incorporate charity into one’s life. • Collect change: Place a coin jar near where you put your keys or wallet when entering the house. Empty loose change into the jar and watch it fi ll up. Use the collected funds to donate to a charitable group. • Round up: When the grocery store checkout clerk asks if you want to round up your purchase to the nearest dollar for charity, opt in. • Become a leader: Volunteer your time as a scout troop leader, coach a sports team or offer free tutoring for students. You’ll be making an immediate difference in the lives of young people. • Charitable consumption: Buy from companies that are involved with cause-related products. Many products are tied to charitable efforts, with a portion of money going directly to nonprofi ts. • Throw a party: Host a party with a philanthropic theme. Guests can arrive and make a donation or bring a gift that will go to a charitable cause. • Use your hobby: Participate in charity fundraisers that incorporate some of your favorite hobbies. For those who knit or craft, donate or sell your creations for the good of those in need. Being charitable is easier than one might think, and even the smallest efforts can produce big results.

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EGYPTIAN CITIES

South Livonia United Church of Christ

5087 South Livonia Rd., Livonia • Pastor Susan Smith 585-514-3796 • southlivoniachurch@gmail.com Worship 10:00am Children Sunday School 10:20am www.southlivoniaucc.com • FB - South Livonia UCC

Lakeville United Church of Christ

5687 Big Tree Rd., Lakeville • 346-5235 www.facebook.com/Lakevilleucc Sunday Worship at 10:30am All are welcome/Open and Affirming Church.

PAW’S CORNER

By Sam Mazzotta

Help Fight Off Fleas With Brewer’s Yeast

DEAR PAW’S CORNER: Regarding cats with fl eas, I have had great success eliminating fl eas by adding powdered brewer’s yeast to their food. One of my cats even licked it out of her bowl dry. Brewer’s yeast is usually available at health food stores. -- Suzanne F., via email

DEAR SUZANNE: Thank you for the tip! Brewer’s yeast is a great nutritional supplement for cats and dogs, and many owners have observed that their pets have fewer fl eas when it’s added to their food. It can certainly be a strong asset to a well-rounded fl ea fi ghting strategy. For cats and small dogs, sprinkle about half a teaspoon on their food at mealtimes. For medium dogs up to 30 pounds, increase that to a teaspoon. For every 30 pounds over that, add a teaspoon of brewer’s yeast. Consistency is important. Brewer’s yeast, unfortunately, does not repel ticks, so pets -- even those who stay indoors -- should be checked regularly throughout the spring, summer and fall for these little hangers-on. Brush your pet’s coat daily to remove fl ea eggs and any remaining fl eas. Owners may need to use stronger fl ea and tick treatments in addition to brewer’s yeast, but it’s still a great ally in the fi ght against fl eas. Other fl ea prevention strategies include vacuuming your home twice a week during peak season to reduce tracked-in fl eas and their eggs, and quickly ruffl ing your pet’s coat with a towel and cleaning their paws when they come indoors. Bathing your dog or cat can help reduce irritation from fl ea bites, but only use shampoos designed for pets to keep their skin from drying out and becoming more irritated.

Send your fl ea-fi ghting tips to ask@ pawscorner.com.