a note from pastor al cassel april 2018 news.pdfpage 2 council president’s report by rob schaefer...
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partners in ministry:
Staff:
Pastor .......................... Allen Cassel
Parish Admin ...... Lesley Moosman
Children’s Ministry . Kimber Govett
.......................... & Shannon Cassel
Preschool ........... Shirley Leistikow
Youth Ministry .. Hannah Zimmerle
AV Tech ........................ Matt McNutt
Bookkeeper ........... Susan Behrens
Communications..............................
......................... Rita Mae Schaefer
Custodian ................ Raven Benson
................................. & Luke Schulz
Facilities Manager . Randy Vossler
Faith Community Nurse .................
................................... Cindy Staggs
Music Ministry ........ Dwight Brewer
.............................. Michael English
................................. Michael Miller
............................... Mark Niemeyer
............................... Stephen Smart
Secretary .............. Angie Forquer &
............................. Michelle Stadler
Council:
Rob Schaefer ................... President
Kathy Anderson ....... Vice President
Betty Moller ..................... Treasurer
Kathy Neary ..................... Secretary
Andrew Crow-Roberts
Kim Kaufman Marie Kirschstein
Deborah Mitchell
Jen Stutesman Tony White
The submission deadline for
newsletter articles for the
May 2018 issue is
April 12, 2018.
www.peaceaz.org
Phone: 623-972-6785
Email: [email protected]
A Note from Pastor Al Cassel
HE IS RISEN INDEED!
Easter this year is on April Fool’s Day. How grand! I am reminded of the Apostle
Paul’s words that basically state that what is foolishness to the world is the hope of
all who believe. Yes, life wins. Yes, love wins. Yes, God wins.
I once was challenged by a friend who acknowledged that he was surprised that ‘a
guy as smart as me, still believed in fairy tales.’ I responded by asking him what he
believed to be the foundation for civilization? He spoke of the desire for more, the
hunger for ‘progress,’ the need to compete, and the hope for community. I did not
deny what he had said, but I asked isn’t there something more?
‘Isn’t life born out of love?’ I asked. He nodded his head yes. ‘Isn’t love the
cornerstone that holds families together? To love and be loved, is this not the most
basic of human desires?’ Again he nodded yes. I went on to say, ‘And doesn’t a
little bit of us die as we expose ourselves to love? Do we not risk losing ourselves
for the sake of loving the other?’
If love means risking your life for the beloved, then this story of Jesus is no fairy
tale. This is the one story at the foundation of our world. I cannot imagine a world
crafted out of anything but love because I cannot imagine life without love.
Furthermore, knowing human beings for what we are, torn apart by our desires,
competition, and hungers, I cannot imagine that such boundless love that lives
through death could be somehow manufactured out of our own brokenness.
Yet it can be crafted out of God’s willingness to be broken. Easter is the celebration
of true love, a love that literally takes on death so that the beloved may live. My
friend may have called this a fairy tale, but I find it to be the one story that makes
sense of the world in which we live. Yes, some may think it foolish to believe there
is a God, and that this God could personally love us and even die for us. I, however,
believe that if love is the foundation of this world, then that love is bigger than us. It
makes sense that love comes from ‘God’ and it is the nature of love, the nature of
the world, and the heart of this story to celebrate that love leads to resurrection and
new life. For me it is no fairy tale, but it is the story of my life.
Peace,
inside this issue:
This & That 2
Faith Formation 3
Adult News 4
Worship & Music / VBS 5
Get Involved 6
Monthly Calendar 7
Nurse Notes 8
Recent Changes? New address? New email address? Did you drop your landline? Heading
back to your summer home? Please notify the church office at 623-972-6785
or [email protected] of any changes so that your Peace family may keep in
touch with you.
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Council President’s Report by Rob Schaefer This will be my first article as your Council President. I am
looking forward to working with our council members who
will be returning this year and the new members who have
been voted into the council. The officers of this year’s
council are: Rob Schaefer, President; Kathy Anderson, Vice
President; Betty Moller, Treasurer; and Kathy Neary,
Secretary. You can reach us by going to www.peaceaz.org,
on the front page top right, click on “Contact Us”, scroll
down to church council, then select council members. The
entire council members are pictured. If you wish to contact
any of the officers, click on the envelope to send an email.
Our new members this year on Congregation Council are
Kathy Anderson, Andrew Crow-Roberts, Kim Kaufman, and
Marie Kirschstein. Welcome aboard to each of you and thank
you for your service.
As a council, we have set new goals this year:
Reach our Westbrook Village neighbors
Revisit our mission statement
Evaluate our Preschool ministry
Examine social concerns issues
Provide assistance for individual financial planning
Complete Council Liaisons to Ministry Teams
A special request for all of the disciples of Peace—as a
council, we encourage you to get to know your council
members, to talk with us, email us, or call us. I, in turn, will
be encouraging our council members to meet as many church
members as possible to cover any questions, concerns, or
ideas you may have. Also, we ask for your prayers for each
of our ministries, including your Congregation Council.
Have a blessed month.
Synod Assembly & Election of New Bishop
From June 14-16, the Grand Canyon Synod will meet in
Assembly in Tucson to elect our new synodical bishop.
Representing Peace will be Pastor Al and Kay Cassel, Wendy
and Mark Schulz, and Andrew Crow-Roberts. Please pray for
a God-driven and wise election.
Congratulations Nanette Christofferson
Nanette will soon finish her Luther studies and begin her
internship at Love of Christ Lutheran Church in Mesa,
Arizona. After she completes her internship, Nanette will be
eligible for call and ordination as a pastor in the ELCA.
Columbarium
We offer niches and memorial plaques in the Peace Memorial
Garden. Interested? Contact Lesley Moosman at
[email protected] or pickup a packet in the church office.
A Note from the Parish Administrator by Lesley Moosman
Hello, Easter People! At every turn of our Lenten journey,
we’ve experienced love winning...
Love wins when our youth share their stories in worship.
Love wins when volunteers work together to build a Habitat
for Humanity home for a family. Love wins when
FaithChests are built or quilts and banners are sewn with love
for Faith Stepping Stones. Love wins when the Homework
Center volunteers work with neighborhood kids, and they get
involved in our story. Love wins when Simple Supper and
Faith-Full Wednesday connects us through food and
fellowship. Love wins when Growing Disciples learn about
our story and get involved in the life and ministry of Peace.
Love wins when our Young Hearts Theater Group explodes
with children who want to be part of a larger story that builds
their confidence and friendships. Love wins when our youth
plan for camp and mission trips. Love wins when Stephen
Ministers and Pastoral Assistants connect with those in need.
Love wins when our prayers lift up the cares and concerns of
others. Love wins when we listen and open our hearts to God.
Now the season of Easter is here, not just one day, but a
season that stretches from Easter morning to Pentecost that
we can fill with “Love Wins” moments! Thank you for being
a part of our community of Peace, and all that you do to bring
God’s love to others in our neighborhood and the world
beyond. As we journey from Easter to Pentecost, it is my
prayer that you will experience Easter joy!
Check out the monthly calendar for opportunities at Peace to
connect, serve, share and grow at Peace. Reach out to us at
[email protected] or call the church office if you need help
connecting or to share your “Love Wins” story!
May your Easter season be filled with JOY!
Winter Visitors
It has come that time we wish adieu to our
winter visitors as they begin streaming back to
their homelands further north. We will keep
you in our prayers for safe travels, delightful
reunions, and we anticipate welcoming you
back again in the fall. We hope you can stay
in touch through our webpage and newsletter.
Bon Voyage!
Adult Faith Formation Job Description
The Church Council has approved posting the position of
Director of Family and Adult Faith Formation. This is a
unpaid, stipend position. You can go to www.peaceaz.org for
the job description and instructions to apply. Deadline for
applications is Tuesday, April 3.
Prayer Chain Ministry
It’s easy to make a prayer request. Let your church family lift
you up in prayer!
Go to www.peaceaz.org and click on "let’s pray" Quick
Link in the right margin,
Fill out the “Welcome!” card in the pew pocket when you
are at worship and then drop it in the offering plate,
Or, call the church office at 623-972-6785.
Milestone Wedding Anniversaries! Years Date
Bill & Mary Lou Foster 45 4/14
Tom & Susan Kuestersteffen 25 4/17
Fred & JoAnn Kolar 54 4/25
Jerry & Gayle Kingston 56 4/27
Jim & Kim Judy 30 4/30
Homework Center
We have been having lots of fun at the After School
Homework Center! We do arts and crafts, reading, and
outdoor play, but most importantly we do our homework,
with the help of some amazing volunteers. We are always
in search of new volunteers, so if you have a passion for
helping children, please contact me, Shannon Cassel. My
email address is [email protected].
For more on After School Homework Center contact Shannon Cassel at 623-972-6785, x205, or
Preschool Ministry
After a very busy March, the Preschool is heading into a
calmer April and then the end of the school year.
Thank you to everyone who joined us for dinner at Chipotle.
That fundraiser brought in about $250 for the school. The
March 2nd Trike-a-Thon in our parking lot was a huge
success earning $1,400 for the Preschool classrooms. The
parents and children all had a great time. Several of the
parents were very surprised at how many laps around the
parking lot their two or three-year-old child completed. And
our bake sale on Palm Sunday brought in $410. We
appreciate your support!
Our April fundraiser, being held April 16-26, is collecting
used clothing for Big Brothers Big Sisters. For every pound
collected, the Preschool will receive funds to be used for
learning tools for our students.
A Valley Metro city bus visited the school on March 7. This
is an annual favorite. All our students boarded the bus for a
tour and sang The Wheels on the Bus. Each student then
had their picture taken in the driver seat before receiving a
city bus coloring book and crayons.
Our April event is “Parent’s Day” to celebrate our Preschool
parents. Our parents will join their children on Friday, April
20, for games and snacks on the Preschool playground. The
children will make gifts for Mother’s Day and Father’s Day
for their parents. This is something the parents have been
asking for. The staff is busy planning games and making
gifts for the parents.
Graduation for the 4 and 5-year-olds is planned for May 24
at 6:00 pm in the Sanctuary. Everyone is invited to help the
children and their families celebrate moving up to
Kindergarten.
We are currently accepting enrollment for our summer camp
(ages 2-7) as well as Fall 2018 (ages 2-5). We have a
stimulating learning environment with activities that address
spiritual, intellectual, emotional, social, and physical aspects
of each child. We appreciate your referrals!
Thank you for your love and prayers.
For more on Peace Lutheran Preschool contact Shirley Leistikow at 623-972-1076 or [email protected].
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Children’s Ministry
April 1st is Easter Sunday! An Egg Hunt and fun activities are being planned for our
children. The egg hunt takes place following the 10:00 am
service: Preschool through Grade 2 will find their eggs on the
Education Building playground; Grades 3-6 will have their egg
hunt on the outside areas.
Faith Stepping Stones On April 15, the children completing recent instruction will
receive their First Communion: Beckham Giger, Aubrey
Hehn, Whitney Hehn, Zane Morales, and Londyn Williams.
On April 22,, our 5th & 6th Grade class will share the Apostles’
Creed faith step during the 10:00 am service. They have been
learning it all year in Sunday school!
Wednesday, April 25th Faith-Full Wednesdays end for the school year.
For more on Child & Family Faith Formation contact Kimber Govett at 623-972-6785, x216, or [email protected].
From the Youth Director
This month the youth will begin fundraising for their summer
programs. Our first event is the Easter Breakfast, starting at
8:00 am on Easter Sunday and goes until 10:00 am. Donations
are welcome! Youth and their families are also welcome to
join together to attend the Crowder concert on April 8. If you
are interested, please contact Hannah.
Mt. Cross deposits and registrations are due by April 12. If you
have any questions about camp, contact Pastor Al or Hannah.
Be sure to register at www.peaceaz.org to help with VBS—
group guide, crafts, drama, games, music, preschool groups,
snack-making—lots to choose from! Hurry! Our first meeting
is April 29!
Please keep our youth in your prayers as the school year comes
to a close and we get ready for Vacation Bible School, Mexico
Mission Trip, and Mt. Cross!
We will be helping at the Lutheran Thrift Shop on April 21.
Adopt-a-Street Clean Up is April 14. Sunday School, grades 7-
12 is at 10:00 am in the Music Room.
If you are interested in teaching the youth life skills such as
cooking, basic auto repair, budgeting, applying for colleges,
financial aid, or something else, email Hannah!
Keep an eye on our social media accounts and in the
announcements for what we are up to!
Facebook: PeaceYmin Twitter: peace_youth_min
Instagram: peace_youth_ministry
If you have any questions about upcoming Youth Ministry events at Peace, please contact Hannah Zimmerle at 623-972-6785 or [email protected]!
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Faith Full Wednesdays
We will meet throughout the month of April before taking our
summer holiday. Join us for a meal at 5:15 pm followed by
activities for all at 6:00 pm. For adults, we will offer two
opportunities at 6:00 pm:
Centering Prayer – continuing to deepen our faith
through this ancient ritual.
Violence Forum – an open-ended, safe conversation
about gun violence and the church.
Forum on Gun Violence
In the past, the church has attempted to be a place where
followers of Christ could, in love, wrestle with the difficult
issues of our surroundings. In the past, we have had
meaningful conversations about war, sexuality, and
economics. We have attempted to give people tools to engage
in these conversations knowing that as followers of Christ, we
are called to be about the ‘salvation’ of the world.
Following Easter, in light of the many conversations that are
happening in our society about guns and violence, we are
offering a series of forums to have conversation. The goal is
not to convince people that one is right and another is wrong,
but to pray, to educate, to listen, and to grow as a result. We
want to provide a safe place to have these conversations. (If
we cannot join in such dialog, how will we ever come to
meaningful resolution of these issues?)
So please join us on Wednesdays, from 6:00 to 7:00 pm, as
we wrestle with a topic that is on everyone’s hearts. Pastor Al
will serve as our moderator and guide.
Centering Prayer Workshop April 28, 9 AM - 1 PM
Centering Prayer is a method of silent prayer that can serve to
prepare one to receive the gifts of God’s presence. An
Introductory Workshop will be held at Peace Lutheran
Church on Saturday, April 28, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The
workshop is presented by members of the Contemplative
Outreach of Phoenix. Centering Prayer is for anyone seeking
a deeper relationship with God. Participants are encouraged
to attend five weekly sessions following the workshop—dates
and times to be determined by participants. The sessions
provide support and encourage those who wish to establish a
daily centering prayer practice. Contact Lisa Weichart of
your interest at [email protected].
Book Discussion Group The Peaceful Readers Book Club will meet in the church
Library at 7:00 pm on Monday, April 23. This month we are
reading a non-fiction book, Code Girls: The Untold Story of
the American Women Code Breakers of World War II, written
by Liza Mundy. Refreshments are provided; bring the
beverage of your choice. Please call Audrey at 623-815-
4708 if you are interested in our group.
Experiencing Difficulties? A Stephen Minister can help.
There are times in our lives when every single one of us
experiences difficulties. God never intended for us to go
through these experiences alone. This is when a Stephen
Minister can help. Stephen Ministers are members of our
congregation who have received training to minister to people
experiencing a crisis or going through a difficult time in life.
A Stephen Minister will meet with you privately and
confidentially to listen, care, encourage, support and reflect
Christ’s presence in your life. We currently have Stephen
Ministers available. If you would like to learn about having a
Stephen Minister, or you know someone who could benefit
from a Stephen Minister (inside or outside our congregation)
contact Pastor Al, Cindy Staggs at [email protected]
Lunch Bunch
The Women's Lunch Bunch meets on the second Wednesday
of each month at CoCo's Restaurant, 9801 West Bell Road, at
11:30 am. All women of Peace, and friends, are welcome to
join in fellowship over lunch on April 11. Call Carol Cook,
623-825-2849, or Melissia Huchette, 623-877-0925, if you
have questions.
AmazonSmile
AmazonSmile is a website operated by Amazon with the
same products, prices, and shopping features as Amazon.com.
The difference is that when you shop on AmazonSmile, the
AmazonSmile Foundation will donate 0.5% of the purchase
price of eligible products to the charitable organization of
your choice. You can allocate your gifts to Peace Lutheran
Church and School.
Electronic Giving
Most of us have set up repeating payment with our utilities or
our mortgage holder. We may even have an account to repeat
purchases that we frequently use.
You can exercise the same convenience in giving to the
church. It makes life easier for you and for your church as
well.
You can contact the office for assistance or simply go to our
webpage (peaceaz.org) and click on the ‘Quick Links’ to
scroll down to the tab for online giving. Thanks.
Giving Generously
Generosity is one of the core values of Peace. Last year we
were able to give over $125,000 away to ministries beyond
our walls. Generosity, however, begins with the people of
Peace. You are the ones that enable this congregation to be
known as a church that gives.
We are celebrating Easter this month—a
celebration of the Good News of the resurrection.
We celebrate that this is a time when the church
was reborn. Will you consider making a special
gift of $10 this month toward our children’s
ministry as they prepare for VBS? Together our
gifts can make a big difference toward a ministry
that reaches over 250 children and another 50
youth who serve as guides. Thank you.
Choir Continues
The choir will rehearse on Faith-Full Wednesday nights, 7:00
to 8:30 pm on April 11, 18, and 25; no rehearsal on April 4.
We’ll continue to rehearse in May—same time, same place—
on May 2, 9, and 16. The choir leads us in worship on
Sunday mornings at the 8:30 am service through May 20. If
you are interested in participating in the choir, contact
Michael Miller at [email protected].
Oberammergau Passion Play September 7-18, 2020
Since 1634 a small Bavarian village has been performing the
Passion of Christ to fulfill a vow they made to God for
sparing them from the ravages of the plague. Every ten years,
from May 15 to October 3, the people of this village put on a
world-class production that draws 500,000 guests from all
over the world. The performance is five hours long (dinner
break in between) and features over 700 performers—all from
the village.
Pastor Al Cassel is offering to lead a group to view the
Passion Play, as well as visits to Prague, Budapest, Vienna,
and Salzburg. The cost, subject to adjustment based upon the
number of participants, is $3,995 with airfare being in
addition. If you are interested in this trip please speak with
Pastor Al or pick up a brochure in the church office.
Worship Matters
We continue our journey through Scripture following the
celebration of Easter. Easter will continue for seven weeks as
we hear how the resurrection changed the disciples and gave
birth to the church. How does the news of the resurrection of
Jesus change our world view?
April 1 John 20:1-18 Resurrection
April 8 John 20:19-31 Thomas’ Revelation
April 15 Acts 9:1-19a Paul’s Conversion
April 22 Acts 16:16-34 Paul and Silas in Prison
April 29 Acts 17:16-31 Paul Preaching in Athens
May 6 Philippians 1:1-18a Partnership in the Gospel
The Gift of Music
Thank you, thank you, thank you! What a gift we have been
given by the musicians of this church. Thank you to Michael
Miller, Karen Miller, Dwight Brewer, and all who made the
cantata special. Thank you to everyone for the music of Holy
Week and Easter.
Piano in the Sanctuary
Dwight Brewer has graciously loaned us his piano, after he
had to relocate. It is an instrument that will fill up the room
and we appreciate the offer. Our piano has been moved to
save storage on campus.
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June 4-8 9 AM - Noon Age 3 thru 5th Grade
register online at www.peaceaz.org cost is $10/child, includes a VBS T-shirt & supplies
(Scholarships available, if needed)
During Assembly Time each morning, kids will
laugh, learn, and have fun with Romper the River
Otter Puppet. Daily appearances with "Paddle
Captain" set the stage for each Bible story.
Throughout this amazing week, our rafters will
sing songs, create crafts, participate in mission
projects, eat yummy snacks, enjoy interactive Bible
stories, play fun games, and make new friends!
As we Experience the Ride of a Lifetime with God,
we’ll find adventure, acceptance, joy,
rest, and peace on the River! Be sure
to join us on this amazing adventure!
Volunteers are still needed in many
areas! Register online at
www.peaceaz.org! Contact Hannah at
[email protected] with questions.
Sew Fun! Peace Monday Morning Quilters meet most Mondays at 8:00
am to make warm covers for those in need. Each year about
100-150 quilts are produced from donated fabrics and scraps.
We have blessed the homeless, women’s shelters, crisis
nursery, flood/earthquake victims, Ronald McDonald house,
Family Promise participants, and many others. No great
sewing skills are required, just a desire to help tie, pin, cut,
etc. Join us for a lot of fun while participating in this
rewarding ministry. Feel free to contact Arlene Buechler, 623
-566-7254, if you have any questions.
In addition to helping hands, we are always in need of 100%
cotton fabric, full to king size sheets, and monetary donations
to purchase batting.
Gardeners & Green Thumbs
Enjoy the great outdoors while providing a great service! If
you enjoy landscaping and are willing to spend just two hours
every couple months to help take care of the
plants at our church, please call Deborah
Mitchell at 602-758-7058. Thank you in
advance for your help!
Loaves & Fishes Food Packing Ministry
Loaves and Fishes continues to meet the second Monday of
the month in the Fellowship Hall to re-pack beans and rice
meals for the West Valley Community Food Pantry at St.
John’s Lutheran Church in Glendale. Join us at 6:00 pm on
April 9—just 30-60 minutes can make a BIG difference!
Contact Dave or Suzanne Schlief at 623-825-1995 or
[email protected] for additional information.
Make a Difference! Get connected with other disciples of Peace in ministry:
Habitat for Humanity, Mosaic/The Joy Project, Family
Promise, Loaves & Fishes, Café Peace, Comfort Meals, Food
& Clothing collection for Lutheran Thrift Shop & Grace
Lutheran, etc. Contact the Church Office to find out how!
Habitat for Humanity Build
Volunteers are needed to complete the construction of a three-
bedroom house on Tanya Street in El Mirage on April 7. No
experience is necessary! To sign up for either or both dates,
email Chris and Mark Clist at [email protected].
February Blood Drive
At our last blood drive, 11 lifesaving donors stepped up to
donate, resulting in 11 procedures for our community and
reaching 69% of our blood drive goal. Thanks to our donors!
Your efforts and the support of Peace Lutheran Church are
greatly appreciated and will go a long way toward assuring a
strong blood supply, and ultimately saving lives.
Our next UBS Blood Drive will be held Sunday, May 6.
Spring Is Here!
It’s happening again! Everything is blooming and beautifully
green, baseball fans from all over the country are visiting, and
this year, Easter has come and gone—spring is here! Before
we know it, our winter friends will be leaving for cooler
summer climates.
The show must go on though and you are invited to join the
team at the Lutheran Thrift Shop! Since we have only one
paid staff person, we always need volunteers. Volunteers in
all departments: accepting donations, clothing, children’s,
holiday house, books, housewares, hardware, linens, cashiers,
customer service, and truckers—yes, we always need
truckers!
Our “benefits package” includes flexible hours; most
volunteers work a 4-hour shift, but some work several shifts
per week; fellowship; that ‘great feeling you get when you do
a good thing’; a 20% discount on your Thrift Shop purchases;
and yummy baked goods at break time!
Our new shop is huge—plenty of room for more helpers!
Join us, won’t you? Shop with us, donate your gently used
goods, or become a volunteer. Call us today at 623-815-7061
to schedule a tour or a donation pick-up. You’ll find us at
10615 West Peoria Avenue in Sun City.
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Thanks to all who made special gifts in support of our latest FaithChest
Build. Over $700 was raised in remembrance of our baptism. Thank you
to Dave Schlief and all the volunteers who gave a Sunday afternoon to put
together 24 chests! Thank you for the opportunity to make this lasting
gift to our baptismal candidates.
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(The following is from The Reverend Dr. Scott Stoner, creator of The Living Compass
Wellness Initiative.)
At the risk of offering just one more piece of advice
about keeping life simple, I share the straightforward
wisdom contained in the quote box at the right of this
column. I invite you to try a simple exercise. Read
the eight questions through slowly and as you do, see
if there is one question that really speaks to you
today. See if there is one that, “has your name on it.”
If there is one that speaks to you, perhaps you could
resolve to do the simple action that is connected with
the question. With this all on my mind, I did this little
exercise myself, and found that the last question was
the one that spoke to me. Today I intentionally
expressed my love to someone to whom I had not
done so for a while, and it was a simple, beautiful
experience for both of us.
So what question speaks to you?
And how might you respond to that question in the
days ahead?
Nurse’s Notes by Cindy Staggs, RN
Peace Faith Community Nurse
Nurse’s Notes