Commun ty Matters Rolla Presbyterian Manor
July 2018
Celebrating a great nation By Allen Teal, chaplain Rolla Presbyterian Manor
The fourth verse of “The StarSpangled Banner” is as follows: O thus be it ever, when freemen shall stand Between their loved homes and the war’s desolation. Blest with vict’ry and peace, may the Heav’n rescued land Praise the Power that hath made and preserved us a nation! Then conquer we must, when our cause it is just,
“Springtime Landscape” by Phyllis Hutchinson won first place in the amateur painting category during our recent Art is Ageless® competition.
Art is Ageless® winners announced Rolla Presbyterian Manor recently hosted a reception for the winning artists in the annual Art is Ageless® juried competition.
And the star-spangled banner in triumph shall wave
“The Art is Ageless program and the stories that come from it are inspirational. We are honored to exhibit artwork by seniors,” said Joelle Freeland, marketing director and senior living counselor. “Art is Ageless is unique in featuring only the works of artists age 65 and older. Our artists prove that art, in any form, is an ageless ambition.”
O’er the land of the free and the home of the brave!
Winners in the Rolla Presbyterian Manor Art is Ageless juried competition were:
And this be our motto:‘In God is our trust.’
The “Star-Spangled Banner” was written on September 14, 1814, by Francis Scott Key while on the HMS Minden. At 35 years of age, he was about the same age as the nation. The night was spent watching the attack of Fort McHenry during the NATION, continued on page 3
Sculpture/3D (professional): First place, “Poppies in the Light” by Sophia Delatt; second place, “Large Mouth Bass” by August Garver Drawing (amateur): First place, “Ground Squirrel” by Suzy Lewis; second place, “Cornucopia” by Suzy Lewis Needlework (amateur): First place, “Tatted Curtain” by Barbara Ford ART, continued on page 2
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Painting (amateur): First place, “Springtime Landscape” by Phyllis Hutchinson; second place, “A Snowy Day” by Maggie Nelson Painting (professional): First place, “Mid Journey” by Ellen Reynolds; second place, “Story Time with Max” by Lynn Grannemann Mixed Media (amateur): First place, “Shamrock Dish” by Mary Butts; second place, “Easter Cross” by Betty Rosenburg. Mixed Media (professional): First place, “Eagle in Flight” by Will Freeze; second place, “Green Table” by Sandra Ford Judge’s Choice (amateur): “Sunflowers” by Mutz Maples
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“The Family Tree” by Sandra Ford won Best in Show (professional).
“Poppies in the Light” by Sophia Delatt won first place in the sculpture/3-D category (professional).
Judge’s Choice (professional): “Three Cat Nap” by Lynn Grannemann
Local competition winners will join winners from 16 other Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America communities to be judged at the Best of Show (amateur): “Painter masterpiece level. Winning entries at Delight Wreath” by Mutz Maples the masterpiece level are selected for publication in PMMA’s annual Art is Best of Show (professional): “The Family Tree” by Sandra Ford Ageless calendar and greeting cards.
Ann Caudill, executive director Joelle Freeland, marketing director To submit or suggest articles for this publication, contact Joelle Freeland at lfreeland@pmma.org. Telephone: 573-364-7336 Fax: 573-364-7336 Address: 1200 Homelife Plaza, Rolla, MO 65401-2595 Our mission: We provide quality senior services guided by Christian values. RollaPresbyterianManor.org
“Painter Delight Wreath” by Mutz Maples won Best in Show (amateur).
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War of 1812. The large flag flying at the fort had 15 stars and 15 stripes. He composed a four stanza poem about his thoughts and feelings as he watched the flag continue to wave throughout the night and into the morning. Although Americans now recognize the poem as our national anthem, the words convey great power when they are read as a poem. The first verse recalls a night of fierce attack. Verse two describes the failure of the attackers to prevail. In verse three, the poem describes the blessing of freedom that the victory has secured.
Openings We have a two-bedroom independent living cottage, a two-bedroom independent living cottage with a heated sunroom and an assisted living suite available. Contact Joelle Freeland at 573-364-7336 or lfreeland@ pmma.org for lunch and a tour of Rolla Presbyterian Manor. See how you can become a part of our family.
The final verse acknowledges that both the freedom and the victory were granted by the power of God’s hand moving on behalf of the nation. As citizens of the United States, the liberty we enjoy should never be taken for granted. When fireworks light up the sky to celebrate the day of our independence, remember two truths: Americans enjoy more freedom and prosperity than any nation on the earth. These were purchased by many sacrifices and lives. Second, it is our trust in, and reliance upon, the blessings of God that has kept our nation strong and free.
Key influencers discuss House bill On June 1, Rolla Presbyterian Manor hosted an important event. Key Presbyterian Manor staff, along with members of the Alzheimer’s Association of St. Louis, met with area policy makers. A representative of Congressman Jason Smith’s office, along with people from Phelps County and surrounding communities who are affected by Alzheimer’s disease and dementia, discussed a Missouri House Bill designed to provide relief and help for Alzheimer’s patients. It was an opportunity for us to talk to about the needs in our community.
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