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I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.
John 16:33
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April Fool
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In food-speak, a "fool" is a quick English dessert of cooked berries layered with whipped cream.
Traditionalists make it with gooseberries, but strawberries and raspberries work fine.
It's rich and lovely, and you don't need a lot to finish a meal with finesse. Serve it in a cocktail glass for the best effect.
Get the recipe...
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Contact Me
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Shauna Summers
Coordinator of Pastoral Care and Counseling
309-642-0262
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Quick Links
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PCC is very interested in your experiences, concerns, and feedback. Listening to clergy and families will enable PCC to better serve and address your needs.
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Unfortunately, teen suicide is now the second most common cause of death for teenagers in the U.S. (2016). Because of that, Pastoral Care and Counseling want to be sure you have resources available to you.
SuicidePreventionLifeline.org is comprehensive website where you can find risk factors, warning signs, how to help others as well as how to help yourself. This website emphasizes that all of us can help prevent suicide.
The Lifeline 1-800-273-8255 provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals.
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From Shauna
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Updates for Self-Care Retreat
The 2nd Annual PCC Self-Care Retreat will be April 25-27 at the Pere Marquette State Park and Lodge in Grafton, IL. They are located on Illinois Route 100 (The Great River Road) 13653 Lodge Boulevard, Grafton, IL 62037.
New this year is musical entertainment! The Rivers of Life Band will be playing after dinner on Wednesday. In addition, both Sacred Spaces (interactive prayer stations) and chair massages will be offered Wednesday and Thursday.
A block of rooms has been reserved Wednesday and Thursday evening for $89/night plus tax: please contact the Lodge direct to book your room (618-786-2331). Most meals are included in your Retreat registration (see agenda). Persons attending the entire retreat will receive 1 CEU from the Board of Ordained Ministry.
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Self-soothing resources the brain, body
need to handle stress
If you or someone you know has trouble controlling their emotional and physical reactions to stressful situations, it is critical to understand why it may difficult to stay calm, think clearly, or make reasonable decisions when stressed.
There are many variables that affect out ability to self-regulate including poor sleep, unhealthy food intake, chronic pain and inflammation, dehydration, not enough movement, and residual effects of early life trauma. Try these three things that help the brain and body handle stress.
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Greenify tips
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Start your year off green
This year why not resolve to make a few simple lifestyle changes that could have a huge impact on the earth? Here are five things you can do this year to better care for creation
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From Chestnut Global Partners
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Finding what works for you
Every person is affected by depression differently, so some strategies will work better than others for each individual person.
Changing a habit does take time. You won't shake off all your depressed habits without time and effort. But, however low depression has brought you, it is absolutely possible to get into more constructive, happier habits and to find the right strategies for you to make sure that depression affects you as little as possible from now on.
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Blessings,
Shauna Summers
Pastoral Care and Counseling Coordinator
Illinois Great Rivers Conference
shauna.r.summers@gmail.com
(309) 642-0262
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