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comes to the governor’s ears, we will satisfy him and keep you out of trouble.” 15 So they took the money and did as they were directed; and this story has been spread among the Jews to this day. 16 Now the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain to which Jesus had directed them. 17 And when they saw him they worshiped him; but some doubted. 18 And Jesus came and said to them, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. 19 Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, to the close of the age.”

[I have included Luther’s translation because that is what was read in Lutheran and Reformed (UCC) Churches, particularly in rural areas, well into the twentieth century. (The entire Ordnung (order of worship) was in ‘High German.’) If you have a basic understanding of German grammar, you can work through it with the help of a German Hallichi Oschder un ess net zu viel Schocklaad! Happy Easter and don’t eat too much chocolate!]

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COVID-19 – knowingly or not – may end up reacting more strongly to the first dose.

According to Dr. Erin Morcomb, a family medicine physician at the Mayo Clinic Health System in La Crosse, Wis., and head of its COVID-19 vaccination team, the reason is that those who developed the infection previously have an immune system that is already primed with antibodies to fight it off. That can result with a strong immune response.

For those who haven't had COVID-19, the first shot of either the Moderna or Pfizer vaccine ends up serving as the body's introduction to the virus. That's why the second dose, in those who haven't had COVID-19, can often cause a big reaction.

Still Hesitant?

The country will soon pass 100 million vaccines administered. Evidently no one will be forced to get vaccinated, but experts urge everyone to at least consider it. Schaffner stresses that the vaccine is "remarkably safe and effective." Adalja agrees. "There's no reason to be hesitant about the vaccine," he says. "This is the way to get your life back."

Should you be fishing in Indian Creek at Indian Trail Park, you can now identify and learn about trout that might be found there. Lehigh Township Rails to Trails has just installed a sign with information about three types of trout. The sign is located at the edge of the parking lot near the yellow bridge that goes over the creek. “Fishing adds years to your life, and life to your years.” Homer Circle

Two Lehigh Carbon Community College (LCCC) students, Jamie Knerr of Slatedale, and Ian Miller of Allentown, have been named members of the 20202021 All- Pennsylvania Academic Team, which is sponsored by Phi Theta Kappa (the international honor society for two-year colleges), the Coca Cola Corporation, the State System of Higher Education (PASSHE) and the Pennsylvania Commission for Community Colleges (PACCC). They will be recognized during a virtual ceremony on April 15.

Jamie Knerr, a graduate of Northern Lehigh High School, is a Business Administration/Communications major at LCCC, as well as the president of LCCC’s Phi Theta Kappa Chapter. Knerr is also the Student Government Association vice president and is a member of Kappa Beta Delta, the honor society for business majors at two-year schools. She is also in the Honor Scholars Program at LCCC and has volunteered at numerous college events including New Student Convocation, Open House, Out of the Darkness Walk, the Purple Pinkie Run and Phi Theta Kappa Awareness events. Knerr plans to continue her education in business administration at East Stroudsburg University.

Selection for the academic team is competitive and students must have completed at least 36 credits at a community college and earned a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher. Community college presidents or their designated nominators may submit no more than two nominations per campus for this award. An independent panel of judges considers outstanding academic rigor, grade point average, academic and leadership Jamie Knerr awards, and engagement in college and community service in the selection process.

Each member of the All- Pennsylvania Academic Team receives a full two-year scholarship to any of the universities in the PASSHE system and competes at the national level for scholarships from the AllUSA Academic Team and the Coca-Cola Community College Academic Team.

Both Lutz and Schoenly are members of Phi Theta Kappa and are currently majoring in health science at LCCC. Lutz’s career goal is to become a veterinary technician. Schoenly is a graduate of Salem Christian School, and her career goal is to become an occupational therapist assistant.

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At the start of the pandemic, scammers hawked fake cures, treatments and vaccines. Now that vaccines are available, scammers are making bogus offers to move you to the front of the line for getting your vaccine – for a fee. Some are even setting up fake vaccine distribution sites. Unfortunately, this means that consumers looking for a vaccine appointment have to sort through fake and legitimate information in search for a shot – a process that can be confusing and dangerous.

With thousands of localities taking their own approach to vaccine distribution, it’s important to follow guidance provided by local public health officials and trusted healthcare providers. When signing up for your vaccine, find out how you will be contacted for any follow-up information or guidance.

Debt Relief Scams

COVID-19 and the economic downturn have put millions of Americans in financial peril. For most people, one of the first steps to getting back on their feet is getting rid of debt. Enter the con artist.

Shady companies will claim they can remove bankruptcies, liens and bad loans from your record, or even erase a bad credit history completely, helping you start over with a new credit identity. All you have to do is pay an up-front fee.

To avoid falling victim to these scams it’s important to remember that no one can remove bad information from your credit report if it is correct and timely. Things like bankruptcy or significant debt can stay on your credit record for up to 10 years. When looking for legitimate help with managing debt, avoid anyone who promises they can erase your debt history, increase your credit score or asks for an advance payment.

Consumer Sentinel 2020 Report

The numbers are in. The Federal Trade Commission released its report of fraud complaints from last year, and it was historically high, due in large part to COVID and the economic downturn. Criminals thrive in times of confusion and 2020 was the perfect storm. Staying on top of COVID related scams was a neverending game of whack-a-mole for consumers, and the problem hasn’t gone away.

Reported losses topped $3.3 billion – an increase of around $1.5 billion over the previous year. The top scams were identity theft, impostor scams and online shopping scams. Most of these same scams are still active in 2021, which is why it’s important to avoid answering calls from unknown phone numbers or clicking on links from texts or emails from suspicious or unknown senders. And as long as COVID remains a challenge, beware of offers for miracle cure or a shortcut to a vaccine.

Online Banking Scams

Banking has changed quite a bit thanks to the internet. But many people still prefer the brick and mortar experience when dealing with their money. However, just because you’re not depositing checks on your phone or transferring funds via computer doesn’t mean you’re safe from online banking scams.

These scams start with a phone call, email or text that appears to come from a real financial institution. These spoofed communications carry urgent, but phony, warnings about problems with an account or transaction and direct you to click a link or call a given number. The first defense against these types of banking scams is knowing that a reputable bank will not contact you out of the blue and ask for your Social Security number, online account password or other personal information. If you get a phone call, text or email saying there is a problem with your bank account, hang up and call your bank on a number you know to be legitimate (from a statement, for example). You will know for certain that you’re talking to the legitimate institution and if there is a problem, they will help you address it.

Be a fraud fighter. If you can spot a scam, you can stop a scam.

Visit the AARP Fraud Watch Network at www. aarp.org/fraudwatchnetwork or call the AARP Fraud Watch Helpline at 1-877-908-3360.

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