Fort Scott Presbyterian Village
OCTOBER 2022
Editor’s Note: In a nod to our Presbyterian heritage, we regularly feature a column from a PMMA® chaplain in our newsletter. This month’s column comes from Dave Parker, chaplain at Salina Presbyterian Manor®.
Chasing the Son By Dave Parker, Chaplain “For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and selfcontrol.” 1 Timothy 1:7
“Autumn Fire,” a Mixed Media/Crafts entry by Vicki Halls
Six local artists among Art is Ageless® masterpiece level winners Six winning artists in the Fort Scott Presbyterian Village annual Art is Ageless® juried competition will be featured in the 2023 Art is Ageless calendar produced by PMMA (Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America®). “After the Show,” a Painting entry by Jane Gaines, will appear in the calendar when it is released this fall. Works by local winners are automatically entered into a masterpiece level ART IS AGELESS®– continued on page 2
I am deathly afraid of heights. Not so much high places, but edges. Mountain roads that are sheer, edges of buildings, Dave Parker roofs, even ladders. Above the third rung on a ladder, I feel like I’ve accomplished something. But I can assure you my heart is pounding as I step up to that fourth rung. I tried crossing the Royal Gorge Bridge in Colorado many years ago. I was just fine — until I looked down and could see between the metal planks under my feet. I immediately dropped to my knees, did an about-face and crawled back 20 feet to solid ground. Then I sat there for a while, just to make sure the world was stable. Heights are just not my thing. I simply do not trust my own ability to stay safe around edges, and I don’t intend to try to conquer that fear any time soon. We all have certain fears that hold us back.
Chaplain –continued on page 3
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Art is Ageless – continued from page 1 competition with winning art from 14 other PMMA® communities. More than 170 entries were received for this year’s masterpiece competition. The winners are featured in the Art is Ageless calendar with pull-out postcards and greeting cards.
programs, which focus on mental, physical, social and spiritual health. For more information about Fort Scott Presbyterian Village, contact Taylor Bailey, marketing director, at 620-223-5550 or tbailey@pmma.org. For more on Art is Ageless, visit ArtIsAgeless.org. ◆
“The Christmas Tree,” a Christmas entry by Carolyn Crystal, will be featured on the pull-out postcards included in the 2023 calendar. “Candlelight,” a Christmas entry by Minnie Lou Allen, “The Piece de Resistance,” a Photography entry by Minnie Lou Allen, “Of All the Mirrors on the Wall I’m the Fairest of them All,” a Sculpture/3D entry by Ruth Bahr, and “Autumn Fire,” a Mixed Media/Crafts entry by Vicki Halls, will be included in the calendar’s honorable mention gallery. “First Christmas,” a Quilting entry by Helen Nuzum, will be featured on Art is Ageless greeting cards. “We are honored to exhibit artwork by seniors,” said Taylor Bailey, marketing director. “Art is Ageless is unique in featuring only the works of senior artists. Our artists prove that art, in any form, is an ageless ambition.”
“The Christmas Tree,” a Christmas entry by Carolyn Crystal
A copyrighted program of PMMA, Art is Ageless is open exclusively to people age 65 and older. For the competition, works must have been completed in the past five years. PMMA’s Art is Ageless program encourages Fort Scott Presbyterian Village residents and other area seniors to express their creativity through its annual competition, as well as art classes, educational opportunities and current events discussions throughout the year. Started in 1980, Art is Ageless is an extension of PMMA’s wellness
“First Christmas,” a Quilting entry by Helen Nuzum
“Candlelight,” a Christmas entry by Minnie Lou Allen
More winners on page 3
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is published monthly for residents and friends of Fort Scott Presbyterian Village by Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America, Inc., a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization.
To submit or suggest articles: gnance@pmma.org Ginger Nance, executive director Taylor Bailey, director of marketing and human resources
OUR MISSION: To provide quality senior services guided by Christian values.
Art is Ageless – continued from page 2 “The Piece de Resistance,” a Photography entry by Minnie Lou Allen
“Of All the Mirrors on the Wall I’m the Fairest of them All,” a Sculpture/3 D entry by Ruth Bahr
“After the Show,” a Painting entry by Jane Gaines
Chaplain continued from page 1 Some may be more obvious than others. Maybe those fears keep us from being all that God wants us to be for Him. Too often, fear may turn into complacency, as we give it too much control over our life. We try to justify an attitude of, “What’s the point in trying? I’ll just work around it.” This is especially true when it comes to sharing the Gospel: Fear of rejection turns into avoidance. But Paul tells us that rather than allow fear to direct us, the Spirit fills us with the power and love of Jesus Christ. He will guide our steps. This gives us courage and strength to live our lives without the fear of worldly obstacles. There is no fear in Christ. His perfect love for us strips away all the insecurities, doubts and uncertainties. In His image, we are
empowered to go make disciples. We are filled with the Spirit of Jesus, and as He promised, He is always with us wherever we go - even on edges. The love of God conquers all things. Lord, we place our faith in You. We
lift ourselves to Your service for Your mission to build Your church. Thank You for loving us perfectly and giving us your Son as the pathway to redemption and eternal life with Him. In Jesus’ name. Amen. ◆
The love of Jesus Christ gives us courage and strength to live our lives without the fear of worldly obstacles.
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Get Moving for Active Aging Week Get up and get around…and observe Active Aging Week from October 3 – 9. Active Aging Week started in 2003 by the International Council on Active Aging® and it’s meant to challenge society’s idea of life in our later years. Instead, the week showcases the capabilities of older adults who can live full lives in all areas – physical, social, spiritual, emotional, intellectual, vocational and environmental. It also promotes the benefits of active lifestyles. If you want to observe this week – all you have to do is get moving and doing things.
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It’s not too late to try something new
• Find some friends and organize a walk around your community • Participate in a fitness class or do a fitness video • Play board games • Take an art class or start a new hobby • Sing or dance And much more…. ◆