The Messenger for October 4, 2015
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The Messenger for October 4, 2015
By Mary Starks Neal On Sunday, October 11, Cascade UMC will commemorate 89 years of worshipping, praising God and serving God’s people. The parable of the sower in Mark 4:2-9, tells us: ...“some seed fell on the path, and the birds came and ate it up. Other seed fell on rocky ground where it did not have much soil and when the sun rose, it was scorched and since it had no root, it withered away. Other seed fell among thorns and the thorns grew up and choked it and the seed yielded no grain. Other seed fell on good soil and brought forth grain, growing up and yielding thirty, sixty and a hundredfold.” Empowered by God, we continue to extend seeds of love, hope and kindness to those who enter to worship or those we meet in the community we serve. We know that without spiritual nourishment, people also wither and fade away. We must continue to show love, mercy, forgiveness and care to all, and God will continue to provide the increase. We are blessed to still have Mrs. Myrtis Allen in our congregation. She is a member of the first African American family to join Cascade. The services on October 11 will include a brief video on the history of Cascade, praise dancing and an inspiring message from our guest preacher, Rev. Connie (C.J.) Jackson of Houston, Texas. Join us for a reception after each service. Come, worship and be inspired to keep Cascade’s light shining in the community. † † † New Advent Choir Kicks Off the Holiday Season With Their Annual Thanksgiving Concert By Gloria Dollar The holiday season is almost upon us, and it would not be complete without the New Advent Choir’s annual Thanksgiving concert and Thanksgiving Basket Project. The concert will be held on Sunday, November 22 at 6:00 pm. Join us for a spirit-filled evening as the 110 plus-member choir ministers in song. You will leave feeling like you have experienced “heaven on earth.” Attendees are strongly encouraged to arrive early. This is one event you don’t want to miss! The concert will also be streaming live at cascadeumc.org. On the following Monday morning, the choir will continue its’ ministry with the annual distribution of the Thanksgiving food baskets to families in need within the southwest Atlanta community. Recipients will receive a weeks’ supply of food. Last year’s donations yielded 1,000 baskets and this year’s goal is to meet or exceed 1,000 baskets. You can support this effort by volunteering or sponsoring one family for $100 or any monetary amount. This project is the largest and most impactful church-wide outreach of the year. Your support will make a tremendous difference in the lives of these families. More details on how you can get involved are forthcoming. 2 89th Church Anniversary October 11 Meet the Authors October 18 Laity Sunday October 18 Cascade Wedding Gala October 25 Trunk-or-Treat October 31 National Feed the Homeless Day Veterans Banquet Veterans Sunday November 2 Blood Drive November 8 Hope for the Holidays November 19 NAC Thanksgiving Concert & Reception NAC Thanksgiving Basket Project Smart Lunch Smart Kid November 22 November 7 November 8 November 23 November 24 OCTOBER: BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH Breast Cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in women in the U.S. Each year, about 200,000 women are diagnosed with breast cancer and approximately 40,000 will die due to this disease. Seven out of 100 women will get breast cancer by age 70. The risk increases with advancing age. women at high risk of developing this disease. Ultrasound has also shown some benefit in breast cancer diagnosis and can aid in differentiating a cancer from a benign breast condition. Breast self-exams and a clinical breast exam by a provider along with a routine physical exam are recommended in all women to detect lumps, masses or abnormal findings that can signal the need for further evaluation or testing. Ductal lavage, nipple aspiration, fine needle aspiration, core needle biopsy, and breast biopsy are tests usually reserved for persons at high risk for developing breast cancer or as diagnostic tools for detecting breast cancer. Surgical biopsy may also be Risk factors for breast cancer include: recommended to actually sample the older age, genetic and family history, area suspected of being cancerous. race and ethnicity, having dense breast Other tests may be ordered in women or benign breast conditions, having diagnosed with breast cancer to menstrual cycles before age 12 and/or assess if the cancer has spread to after age 55, previous chest radiation, other organs or systems in the body. DES Drug exposure, women with no The most common symptom that children or having children after age 30, hormone exposure, alcohol abuse, being presents that signals breast cancer is a lump or mass. This lesion is typically overweight or obese, being sedentary, smoking and African-American ethnicity. painless and irregular in character, but can be painful and regular in Though Caucasian women develop shape. For this reason, any new breast cancer at a higher rate than do breast growth should be promptly African-American women, Africanevaluated. Other symptomology American women experience increased consistent with breast cancer include: rates of mortality due to breast cancer. In all women under age 45, breast cancer Swelling of the breast Skin rash or irritation of the breast, is more prevalent among Africanredness, scaliness or thickening of American women. For that reason, in the nipple African-American women, Breast or nipple pain mammography screening should be Nipple retraction (inverted initiated at age 40 and continue as appearance) or dimpling directed by a care provider, Nipple discharge in a women not Screening tests can be utilized to detect lactating or pregnant breast cancer early. The goal of screening Swollen lymph nodes in the armpit is to detect cancer at an early stage and or around the collar bone achieve an optimal treatment outcome. Mammography is the best test for There are several breast cancer types. detecting breast cancer in women with Breast cancer survival rates are an average breast cancer risk. A strongly linked to breast cancer type, diagnostic mammogram may be grade, stage diagnosed and suggested by your provider in the case adherence to treatment regimens where there is a strong suspicion of once a diagnosis is made. Survival cancer or for a woman presenting with rates are based upon previous symptoms suggestive of an abnormality. outcomes for larger groups of women with this same diagnosis. Surgery, A breast MRI may be recommended for 3 radiation, chemotherapy, and hormone therapy are the mainstays of breast cancer treatment. Complimentary therapy has proven to be beneficial in combination with conventional breast cancer therapy. These include: meditation, acupuncture, prayer and dietary interventions. Conversely, alternative interventions have not proven to be safe and effective in research. These therapies often lead to treatment delays that are associated with poorer outcomes. These therapies often allow a cancer condition to progress and render women less likely to respond to conventional and alternative treatment. Join the Health and Wellness Ministry for these upcoming events in October. BREAST CANCER BREAKFAST SEMINAR Featuring Dr. Rogsbert Phillips-Reed Saturday, October 10 10:00 am - 12:00 pm l Fellowship Hall REGISTER online l (Limited SEATING) with the American Cancer Society “Making strides against breast cancer” Saturday, October 24 starting @ 9:00 am Centennial Olympic Park Register with “Team Cascade” at Makingstrideswalk.org Join “Team Cascade” and worship at Cascade UMC on Sunday, October 25 at one of our three services sporting your pink to show solidarity for breast cancer awareness and prevention. Visit the health and wellness display outside Fellowship Hall for information and giveaways. Special items are available for breast cancer survivors. Patricia Walker - October 1 Julia White - October 1 Joy Collins - October 2 Micheala Worthem - October 2 Luther Washington,II - October 3 Turkesia Robertson-Jones - Oct. 4 Margo Moorer - October 5 Deborah Smith - October 5 Makenzie Stills - October 5 Barbara Douglas - October 6 Christal Stills - October 6 Katie Harrison - October 7 “Praise be to the God and Father Onnie Jordan - October 7 of our Lord Jesus Christ! In His Doris Rivers - October 8 great mercy He has given us new Donna Worthem - October 8 birth into a living hope through Huellen Jones – October 9 the resurrection of Jesus Christ Wallace Madden - October 9 from the dead,...” - 1 Peter 1:3 Mary F. Allen - October 11 DeRonne Floyd - October 11 Ida Clayton - October 1 Carol Greene - October 14 Mattie Parks - October 1 Carla Wyatt - October 14 Freddy Cole - October 15 Sandra Fortier - October 15 Clarence Williamson, Jr. - Oct. 15 Kyle Swint - October 17 Joann Watson - October 17 Maria Brayboy - October 18 Cynthia Brown - October 18 Nick Weathers - October 18 Melissa Atkinson - October 19 Claudette Blessitt - October 19 Cynthia Cleveland - October 20 Melanie Jackson - October 20 Kerry Bell - October 22 Robert Bunkley - October 22 Sonya Holland - October 22 William Jackson - October 22 Olivia Pullen - October 22 Saniya A. Sikes - October 22 Aaron Cleveland - October 23 Emma Hawkins - October 24 Ann Regis - October 24 Matthew Housch - October 25 Orlando Patterson - October 25 Tess Snipes - October 26 Earle Turner - October 26 Efton Arnold - October 27 Fredereka McDuffie - October 27 Elizabeth Andrews - October 27 Dynasti Fortier - October 28 Veronica Hargrove - October 31 NOTE: Birthdays are placed in The Messenger by request only. Send birthday requests prior to the 15th of the month of your birthday to [email protected]. institutions in nurturing an academic climate that fosters teaching, and who provide leadership to enhance the campus community. Delores Stephens (middle) poses for a photograph with President John Silvanus Wilson Jr. (L) and Provost Garikai Campbell (R) during Opening Convocation on Thursday, September 17, 2015. Congratulations to Dr. E. Delores Stephens! When it comes to excellence in teaching, Morehouse College professors stand head and shoulders among the best. At least the Vulcan Materials Company thinks so. For the 2015-2016 academic year, Vulcan selected Professor of English, Dr. E. Delores Stephens as recipient of the prestigious Teaching Excellence Award. The award recognizes an outstanding faculty member who demonstrates strong academic skills in the classroom and provides leadership and support in the other areas of campus life. The recipients are faculty who assist the The following individuals and families send their special thanks and appreciation to Cascade UMC clergy, staff and church family during their time of illness or bereavement: The Laymon Family Barbara R. Burns and Family The Ellison Family The Family of Harry L. Parks, Jr. Vickie Carson Karl L. Gardner, President, Atlanta Dillard Alumni Chapter CLERGY ON-CALL NUMBER (404) 313-4225 (Please use for emergencies, after hours, and weekends.)