MINISTRY MEMOS:
Photos: If you took pictures at Mother Christina’s ordination, please email them to the office!
Summer Wednesday Classes: Our 6:30 P.M. curriculum will be about ‘A Heart as Big as Creation: Gabor Mate’s “The Myth of Normal” and Healing the World ‘.
- June 10: Part One: Our Interconnected Nature
- June 17: Part Two: The Distortion of Human Development
- June 24: (No class: Episcopalians in the Park Picnic)
- July 1: Part Three: Rethinking Normal: Afflictions as Adaptations
- July 8: Part Four: The Toxicities of Our Culture
- July 15: Part Five: Pathways to Wholeness
- July 22: Conclusion and Wrap-up: Where Will Healing Begin?
COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS:
Free Community Meal: Friday, June 5th, is our next meal. Check in with MaryEllen & Rita to let them know your availability for purchasing ingredients, cooking, serving, or cleaning up!
Creation Care: We are planning on working in the Pollinator Park again, on Saturday, June 13, from 9:00 – 12:00. The more the merrier, so come join us and learn about local foliage!
BOISE BENCH & BEYOND:
Life in Assisted Living: Over a relaxed lunch, you’ll hear first-hand perspectives about what the move looked like and how the right level of support can bring greater confidence, connection, and peace of mind. Whether you’re exploring options for yourself, a loved one, or simply planning ahead, this is an opportunity to ask questions, gain clarity, and better understand what’s possible. June 4th at 12:30PM, Touchmark at Meadow Lake Village, 625 S Arbor Ln, Meridian.
Shelter Pet Meet & Greet: Join Inn at 500 Capitol, the Idaho Humane Society, and Idaho Wine Commission for a Yappy Hour with complimentary wine tastings, furry friends, and more on June 4th at 5:00PM.
Hot Wheels Monster Trucks: Roaring into Boise for the first time ever – on the blue at Albertsons Stadium! June 6th – head to their website for tickets: https://eventschaser.com/hot-wheels-monster-trucks-live/!
COMMITTEE COMMENTARY:
This year our congregation has been impacted by stroke. Stroke can cause devastating effects. It is a leading global cause of death and serious long-term disability. Each year, over 11.9 million people worldwide experience a new stroke, and approximately 795,000 Americans suffer a stroke. Tragically, it is estimated that 1 in 4 adults over age 25 will have a stroke in their lifetime. In the US every 40 seconds someone has a stroke and someone dies from one every three minutes and 14 seconds. 87% of strokes are ischemic, that is caused by a blocked blood vessel while the remaining are caused by bleeding on the brain. Nearly 1 in 4 survivors will have a recurrent stroke. Strokes remain the number one cause of long-term disability. Identifying the early signs of a stroke and getting rapid intervention can mitigate the effects. One of the ways to identify a stroke is using the acronym BEFAST.
The B.E.F.A.S.T. Warning Signs
- B – Balance: Sudden loss of balance, coordination, or difficulty walking.
- E – Eyes: Sudden changes in vision, such as blurriness, double vision, or loss of sight in one or both eyes.
- F – Face Drooping: One side of the face droops or is numb. Try asking the person to smile to see if it is uneven.
- A – Arm Weakness: Sudden weakness or numbness in an arm or leg, often on only one side of the body. Test this by asking the person to raise both arms; if one drifts downward, it is a warning sign.
- S – Speech Difficulty: Slurred speech, trouble speaking, or difficulty understanding simple sentences.
- T – Time: Time is critical. If you or someone else experiences any of these symptoms, call 911 immediately. Do NOT attempt to drive your loved one or yourself to the hospital.
Other Sudden Symptoms to Watch For
While B.E.F.A.S.T. covers the most common indicators, other sudden signs of a stroke include:
- A severe, sudden headache with no known cause (often described as the “worst headache of your life”).
- Unexplained confusion or sudden behavioral changes.
- Dizziness, nausea, or vomiting, especially when paired with a severe headache.
- Sudden fainting or experiencing a seizure.
For more information, visit the American Stroke Association or the CDC.
INTERACTION INFO:
Fr. Joseph’s contact: For urgent situations outside of office hours, please call or text him at 208-917-2270. Please leave a message with your name, a call-back number, and a detailed message and he will get back to you as soon as he can. Emails are generally answered when he is in the office.
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