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Here's to Your Health
APRIL 29, 2008
by DON STEDGE
The Men’s Health Day Breakfast was held on Saturday, April 26. In keeping with the theme, a healthier menu was offered which included: turkey sausage, turkey kielbasa, whole wheat French toast, scrambled egg whites, and a fresh fruit salad with real whipped cream (whipped up that morning…no sugar added).
After the meal, our guest speaker, Pastor Philip Bonaparte, M.D. from New Hope Church of God in East Windsor, NJ, spoke on health issues affecting men such as prostate disease, hypertension, diabetes and heart disease.
Giving many scriptural references he showed that God desires us to live long and healthy lives. When Jesus healed people, a lot of times his method was prescriptive. The sad fact is many Christians die prematurely from ignorance and neglect when they could have been treated. 7 out of 10 Americans who haven’t visited a doctor in the last 5 years are men. Seeking medical advice and treatment from a doctor does not constitute a lack of faith; it’s wise and biblical.
For each topic in his presentation entitled "Men's Health Check", Dr. Bonaparte explained the specific anatomy, function, signs to look for, tests needed to detect a problem, questions to ask the doctor, prevention and treatment. The bottom line was: Get Educated, Get Tested, Get Treated, and Live a Healthier Life. You have control over your health.
To bring the topic closer to home, Fred Lavigat, George Hoffmann, Emilio Seda, and JR Rodriguez gave testimonials on their recent health challenges and how God, through early detection and doctors, brought them through it.
In addition, LifeBuilders Men's Ministry held a special offering during this event and collected $430 towards the Scholarship Fund at Solid Rock. Photo gallery>> |
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Women's Brunch: May 17
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Join us on Saturday, May 17 from 10:00am to 12:00pm for food and fellowship at the Solid Rock Fellowship Hall. Get Details>> |
Family Picture Day: May 18
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Youth Ministries will be holding a Picture Day fundraiser on Sunday, May 18 from 9:00am to 2:00pm. Sign up begins April 27. Get Details>> |
Nyack College Open House: May 22
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Nyack College will be holding a Information Open House at Solid Rock on Thursday, May 22 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm. For more info, contact Roberto Figueroa at (845) 633-3846. |
A Celebration of Life: May 24
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A Memorial Concert in honor of Patricia A. Clark on Saturday, May 24 from 6:00 to 9:00pm at Solid Rock Church. Get details>> |
Pajama Jammy Jam: May 31
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All youth are invited to join us for our Overnight Pajama Jammy Jam on Friday, May 30 thru Saturday, May 31. Get details>> |
Yard Sale: May 31
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Help donate items for this fundraiser to be held on Saturday, May 31 from 9:00am to 3:00pm. Get Details>> |
Chicken Dinner Fundraiser: June 1
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Help raise funds on Sunday, June 1 after each service by purchasing a delicious chicken dinner. Get Details>> |
Men's Challenge Weekend: June 6-8
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All men are invited to this team building weekend at the Frost Valley YMCA from June 6 thru June 8. Get details>> |
Defensive Driving: June 14
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Defensive Driving Class will be held on Saturday, June 14 from 9:00am to 3:00pm in our Fellowship Hall! Get Details>> |
Royal Ball with Snow White: June 27
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A Night Out with the King! All girls ages 2-19 are cordially invited to meet Snow White and be a princess on Friday, June 27 at 7:00pm. $55 payment is due by May 15. Get Details>> |
Great Adventure Trip: June 28
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Thrills, chills, and fun! You are invited to join the youth to Six Flags Great Adventure on Saturday, June 28. $55 per person. Get Details>> |
NYS Women's Ministries Awards: July 11
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Sign up to attend this breakfast to be held on Friday, July 11 from 8:00am to 10:00am at the R.I.T. Inn & Conference Center. Get Details>> |
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