Fun and Games at the Mount

Participating in the Sept 25 “Day of Peace and Renewal for Police Officers” are Officer Joshua Bennett; his father, Officer Ken Bennett, and Rev. Mike Humble, one of the speakers for the day.

I hope with this retreat day we planted some seeds,” Hartman said. “I hope the officers who participated will share that information with others. Word of mouth from people we trust is very important. This program is a starting point. We’re trying to destigmatize trauma symptoms.”

While the turnout was small, Bennett said there is room for growth.

“If you continue to have these, it tends to grow. Jesus only started with 12.”

The participants in both programs believe the Mount is well suited to offer future support programming.

“You should see how many people want to come back,” Connor said.n

Having fun and games and crafts at the Mount!

Debbie Webb of Grayson Springs, Ky., left, uses a spinning wheel as Anna Voohies of Leitchfield, Ky., center, and Jacque Payne of Wayne City, Ill., crochet at the Aug. 14 Yarn Spinners Day in the Mount Auditorium. ABOVE CENTER: Barb Kacer of Bowling Green, Ky., knits and smiles.

LEFT: The Chix with Stix were able to return to Maple Mount for a day of socializing and working on yarn projects on Sept. 20. ABOVE AND BELOW: Attendees throw the dice and try to “bunco” as they enjoy each other’s company in the Mount Auditorium during the Oct. 13 “Friends, Fun and Bunco at the Mount” luncheon event. Some participants played cards while others played bunco.