April, May, June 2010
Volume 15 Issue 1
Editor: Oksana Bondarchuk
Воїстину Воскрес!
Let the heavens rejoice, let the earth be glad!
For with the Might of His arm,
The Lord has won victory
over the prince of darkness.
Christ is Risen!
Нехай веселяться небесні,
Нехай радуються земляни,
Бо показав владу рукою
Своєю Господь.
Indeed He is Risen!
Easter Message
Every year, Lent provides us with an opportunity
to spiritually share in Jesus‘ final journey. It
helps us understand that Christ‘s sacrifice – his
death and resurrection – is a reflection of our
own travels through life.
As we prepare to celebrate the Resurrection of
Christ on Easter Sunday, let us all take time to
consider that Christ‘s life and death hold many
lessons for our own journey through life.
Through his actions, we learn how to live
graciously. Through his death, we learn there is
everlasting life. Through his message to love
each other, we learn we can make a difference in
the lives of those we care about and those we
care for.
On behalf of the Sisters, the HFH Board of
Directors and staff, I pray that Easter is a joyous
time for you and your family. As you gather with
your loved ones, please take a moment to reflect
on what Easter means.
Because Christ rose from the dead, he showed
the world that he is the Saviour. His resurrection
reveals that hope is eternal, that all of us can
follow him by following his example.
Христос Воскрес!
Jean R. Piché, CEO
Xpиcтoc Bockpec!
Christ is Risen!
The Death and Resurrection of Jesus Christ is a great sign
of God‘s desire to restore all of humanity and all creation
to our original blessing. In celebrating this Holy Season
of Easter, let us rejoice in this great wonder and mystery
of what God has done for us. As we hold close this great
truth of a peaceful God who seeks only to embrace
humanity by forgiving us and transforming us to be
People of the Resurrection, may we be courageous
enough to live in this freedom that God gifts each of us
with. From all of the Sisters, we thank God for you and
hold you in our prayers as you remain our extended
family. We value your love and commitment to our Holy
Family Home. We wish you much joy in your
celebrations and great appetite to partake of all that is
provided for us.
Воїстину Воскрес!
Indeed He is Risen
Alleluia!
Sisters Servants of Mary
Immaculate
ХРИСТОС ВОСКРЕС
CHRIST IS RISEN
ВОІСТИНО ВОСКРЕС
INDEED HE IS RISEN
This is the traditional greeting and reply spoken by Ukrainian Christians around
the world during Easter. The celebration of Easter is welcomed with great
enthusiasm not only for its‘ spiritual enlightenment but also for its‘ deep rooted cultural
traditions. Since the introduction of Christianity to Ukraine by Prince Volodymyr in 988 AD, Ukrainian have
become devout and faithful followers of our Lord Jesus Christ. This is why the church is at the core of the
being one of the founding corner stones in the building of Ukrainian communities. The lively, beautiful and
colourful traditions of Ukraine, whether religious or cultural have been passed down from generation to
generation. Together, young and old are seen hand in hand, experiencing these joyous times, sharing the
wonderous gifts that were once celebrated by their forefathers. One of these cherished gifts is the traditional
Blessing of the Easter Basket. On the eve of Easter Sunday, baskets filled with brightly coloured Easter Eggs
(Pysanky) and the traditional Easter Bread (Paska) along with other foods are brought into church for blessing
by the priest. There is deep religious and cultural significance in the Blessing of the Easter Basket. When
Ukrainian Christians from around the globe arrive home after attending the celebration for the Easter Liturgy,
family and friends gather around the table with bowed heads in prayer to thank God for all of His Graces and
praise the Lord in singing ―ХРИСТОС ВОСКРЕС CHRIST IS RISEN.‖ At this point in time there is a
sense of brotherly unity among all Ukrainian Christians, even though they may be far apart, they are
celebrating the Resurrection of Christ and dining on the prepared meal of blessed food in unity.
To Serve is to Love
Long-Term Service Honourees
On Tuesday, May 18, 2010 at 6:30 p.m. in the Link Dining Room, Holy Family Home
will be acknowledging the achievements of thirty two (32) employees for their long-term
service and commitment to the mission of the Home. They will be individually honoured
and recognized during the evening after which a reception will be held to celebrate the
occasion with close friends and good food.
We encourage family members of our honourees’ and co-workers to attend this event.
1974 – 35 Years
Darlene Medwid – Nursing
Nettie Villaverde – Nursing
Maria Bernardo – Nursing
Erlinda de Guzman – Nursing
Teresita Aragon – Nursing
Maria Germinario-Solic – Physio
Rosalinda Resurreccion – Nursing
1979 – 30 Years
Helen Korade—Nursing
Hazel Obsniuk – Nursing
Mario Tolentino – Nursing
1984 – 25 Years
Darlene Stiller – Nursing
Bozena Basarab – Adult Day
Maria Kowch – Spiritual Care
Jane Kaminski – Nursing
1989 – 20 Years
Danny Canak – Nursing
Linda Harding – Nursing
Bernice Pokorny – Housekeeping
Dawn Goring – NFS
Sue Kopp - Nursing
Barbara Karhut – Nursing
Biba Bulka – Recreation
1994 – 15 Years
Maria Zlotucha – Nursing
Lucille Galicia – NFS
Christin Harel – Nursing
Karen Woloski – Nursing
1999 – 10 Years
Helen Prokopec
Joanne Neustaedter – Nursing
Marites Andaya – Nursing
Renata Kepka – Housekeeping
Linda Kohut – Social Services
Rosemary Wade – Nursing
Dulce Santos – Social Services
Del Gatherum – Business Office
Lucy Czarnota – NFS
A HEALTHY AND HAPPY YEAR TO ALL
I have a little story to tell,
I hope I can describe it well.
Holy Family Home is the name
I‘m sure you‘ve heard of the same.
It‘s hard to know just where to start
I‘m a resident of Sacred Heart.
I have a room all my own
More precious than I‘ve ever known.
The girls that work here are so dear,
All smiles as they go from there to here.
The nurses work hard all day long
Sometimes I‘ve heard them hum a song.
Your meals are made, your laundry done,
You have a bath by a courteous one.
Cleanliness is important too,
You‘ll see whenever you walk through.
A park at the back that everyone sees
With beautiful flowers and lovely trees.
Friends and family call anytime of day
Talking and laughing in every way.
You enjoy the visit without any bother
Come back anytime and laugh with other.
A wonderful place for your loved one to stay
Holy Family is the only way.
Sincerely,
Lulu Vrooman, 2A
Thank You for your dedication, professional excellence and loving care you
provide to the residents of Holy Family Home.
To Serve is to Love
March 2010
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CATHERINE TORBIAK
RAISA MOHR
ALICE INGLIS
MARY KOWCUN
MICHAEL PUCHIR
JOSEPH AMBORSKY
JOSEPH DLUGOSH
NICHOLAS ZYLA
POLLY OLESKI
JERRY NOWOSTAWSKI
ANNE KAPTIJ
ROSE KOHUT
EDNA MONIAS
PETER SHUMILA
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Бажаємо Вам
Щастя, Здоровля та Божої Ласки
На Многих, Многих Літ!
To Serve is to Love
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LILLIAN BUFFIE
ANNA LESIUK
HARRY SYDORENKO
IRENE SALSKI
BERTHA GOSSELIN
MATTIE BARS
OLGA PANCZUK
PEARL NATYNA
DOROTHY LEGIN
FREDERICK KENNY
GLEN WRIGHT
OLGA POWELL
EVELYN MYSHKOWSKY
ZOFIA KIJANKO
HELEN TRYHUK
RICHARD JOHNSTON
ANNA SAPACZ
MARGARET TOAL
JOHN HRYCIW
KATHERINA SANECKI
MARY KOWALYK
MARY KUZENKO
GUS SVORAD
JOHN BOYCHUK
LUCILLE HRABI
DANIEL PASIECZKA
STEPHANIE DEMKIEW
MARY PYL
ROMAN ROMANOVYCH
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DECEASED RESIDENTS
December, 2009
Stella Lemanski
Helen Miclash
John Morris
Mary Dolchuk
Harold Plischke
GOD’S BILLBOARDS
February, 2010
Elmer Wowryk
Nellie Poluha
Fred Babych
Ann Kondracki
1. Let‘s Meet at My House Sunday Before the Game
2. C‘mon Over And Bring the Kids
3. What Part Of ―Thou Shalt Not…..‖ Didn‘t You Understand
4. We Need To Talk
5. Keep Using My Name in Vain & I‘ll Make Rush Hour Longer
6. Loved The Wedding. Invite Me To The Marriage
7. That ―Love Thy Neighbour‖ Thing? I Meant It
8. I Love You…I Love You…I Love You…
9. Will The Road You‘re On Get You To My Place?
10. Follow Me
11. Big Bang Theory, You‘ve Got To Be Kidding
12. My Way Is The Highway
13. Need Directions?
14. You Think It‘s Hot Here?
15. Tell The Kids I Love Them
March, 2010
You Will Call Her Mom
January, 2010
Myron Grabowecky
Marie Procopchuk
Effie Sokoliuk
Ruth Pfeifer
Rose Orloff
Stella Paradowski
Mary Cherewyk
Josephine Leitch
Olga Kepron
Ludmila Onufrijchuk
The
Daffodil
Campaign at Holy
Family, in support of
the Canadian Cancer
Society was a success
this year. There were
69 bouquet purchased.
This was an increase
from last year (52). Thank-you to all
who purchased Daffodils. A special
thank-you goes out to members of the
Ladies Auxiliary who purchased 37
bouquets for the residents of HFH & to
Irene Zapisocki who distributed them
throughout the Home.
Thank You!
A baby asked God, ―They tell me you are sending me to earth
tomorrow, but how am I going to live there being too small and
helpless?‖
―Your angel will be waiting for you and will take care of you.‖
The child further inquired, ―But tell me, here in heaven I don‘t
have to do anything but sing and smile to be happy.‖
God said, ―Your angel will sing for you and will also smile to you.
And you will feel your angel‘s love and be very happy.‖
Again the child asked, ―And how am I going to be able to
understand when people talk to me if I don‘t know the language.‖
God said, ―Your angel will tell you the most beautiful and sweet
words you will ever hear and with much patience and care, your
angel will teach you how to speak.‖
―And what am I going to do when I want to talk to you.‖
God said, ―Your angel will place your hands together and will
teach you how to pray.‖
―Who will protect me?‖
God said, ―Your angel will defend you even if it means risking its‘
life.‖
―But I will always be sad because I will not see you anymore.‖
God said, ―Your angel will always talk to you about Me and will
teach you the way to come back to Me, even though I will always
be next to you.‖
At that moment there was much peace in Heaven, but voices from
Earth could be heard and the child hurriedly
asked, ―God, if I am to leave now, please tell
me my angel‘s name.‖
―You will call her ‗Mom‘.‖
Happy Mother’s Day!
To Serve is to Love
Quick Hands-On Stress Relief
Got a minute? Get a massage – a self-massage, that is. These moves
can help relieve tension around your head neck, shoulders and hands:
The scalp soother. Place thumbs behind your ears and spread your
fingers on top of your head. Move your scalp back and forth slightly
by making circles with your fingertips for 15 – 20 seconds.
The eye easer. Close your eyes and place your ring finger directly
under your eyebrows, near the bridge of your nose. Slowly increase
pressure for five seconds, then gently release. Repeat 2 – 3 times.
The shoulder saver. Place your left hand on the right side of your
neck by your shoulder. Press fingers firmly into the muscle while
tucking your chin in toward your chest. Hold this position for 10
seconds, release, and then repeat on the left side.
The palm pleaser. Lace your fingers together, leaving thumbs free.
Slowly knead your left thumb into the palm of your right hand for 20
– 30 seconds. Then repeat on your left hand.
New HFH Employees
Dustin Caldwell - NFS
Sr Tina Uhrich – Pastoral Care
Elaine Boulette – NFS
Zenon Kuzmeniuk – Maintenance
Narinder Sidhu – LPN
Jessica Akinola – RN
Yolanda Supnet – RN
Rachelle Larsen – Office
Marzenna Lis – Hskg
Sr Elvira Haidamacha – Pastoral Care
Rhodora Jonzon – HCA
Lidia Teferi – HCA
Lyudmyla Pryyma – HCA
Hanna Pavlyna – HCA
Svetlana Beridze – HCA
ASAP!!
Halyna Chaplya – HCA
Ever wonder about the abbreviation A.S.A.P.? Generally, we think Teodora Trifonova – HC
of it in terms of even more hurry and stress in our lives. Maybe if we Iryna Knap – HCA
think of this abbreviation in a different manner, we will begin to find Tiebe Kifle – HCA
a new way to deal with those rough days along the way.
Alyssa Sankar – HCA
There's work to do, deadlines to meet;
Rowena Antaran – HCA
You've got no time to spare,
Cristal Wy – HCA
But as you hurry and scurryMary Louise Tolentino – HCA
A.S.A.P. - ALWAYS SAY A PRAYER
Mary Anne Berame – HCA
Stephanie Pitt – HCA
In the midst of family chaos,
Sheila Garcia – HCA
"Quality time " is rare.
Florenda Bernardo – HCA
Do your best; let God do the restCandice Smerchansky – HCA
A.S.A.P. - ALWAYS SAY A PRAYER.
Melanie Camia – HCA
It may seem like your worries
Amanda Leslie – NFS
Are more than you can bear.
Brittany Ferguson – NFS
Slow down and take a breatherFarewell and Best Wishes to
A.S.A.P. - ALWAYS SAY A PRAYER
HFH Staff
God knows how stressful life is;
He wants to ease our cares,
And He'll respond to all your needs
A.S.A.P. - ALWAYS SAY A PRAYER.
Ukrainian Park Children’s Camp, 2010
Theme: ‘Canadian and proud of it’
July 4 – 11, 2010 Grades 6 – 10
July 11 – 18, 2010 Kindergarten – Grade 6
(completed as of June 30, 2010
Application will be available in April at all parishes.
Junior & Senior counselor resumes and parent volunteers are most
welcome. For more information please call 669-3666 / 294-2276
To Serve is to Love
Lydia Danilis – HCA
Monika Klos – HCA
Theresa LaJambe – HCA
Kim Treller – LPN
Valentina Mercado – HCA
Evangeline Alcudia – HCA
Tania Stow – RN
New Admissions
ВІТАЄМО
December, 2009
Mary Heykin
Raisa Mohr
Helen Bilawchuk
Kalyna Wynnytzka
William Gusztak
January, 2010
Natalia Kohuska
Nicholas Zyla
Myroslaw Kulczyckyj
Rose Krovats
Agnes McIvor
John Boychuk
Peter Rewniak
Henry Loewen
February, 2010
Walter Balagus
Lucyna Helewski
Nickolas Wishnowski
Magdalena Kot
March, 2010
Katherina Sanecki
Mary Paley
Frances Lillie
Melva Moar
History Mystery
Have a history buff explain this----- if they can.
Abraham Lincoln was elected to Congress in 1846.
John F. Kennedy was elected to Congress in 1946.
Abraham Lincoln was elected President in 1860.
John F. Kennedy was elected President in 1960.
Both were particularly concerned with civil rights.
Both wives lost their children while living in the White House.
Both Presidents were shot on a Friday.
Both Presidents were shot in the head
Lincoln 's secretary was named Kennedy.
Kennedy's Secretary was named Lincoln .
Both were assassinated by Southerners.
Both were succeeded by Southerners named Johnson.
Andrew Johnson, who succeeded Lincoln , was born in 1808.
Lyndon Johnson, who succeeded Kennedy, was born in 1908.
John Wilkes Booth, who assassinated Lincoln , was born in 1839.
Lee Harvey Oswald, who assassinated Kennedy, was born in 1939.
Both assassins were known by their three names.
Both names are composed of fifteen letters.
Lincoln was shot at the theater named 'Ford.'
Kennedy was shot in a car called ' Lincoln ' made by 'Ford.'
Lincoln was shot in a theater and his assassin ran and hid in a
warehouse.
Kennedy was shot from a warehouse and his assassin ran and hid in
a theater.
Booth and Oswald were assassinated before their trials.
And...
A week before Lincoln was shot, he was in Monroe , Maryland
A week before Kennedy was shot, he was with Marilyn Monroe.
‘You Took My Place’
One day, a man went to visit a church. He arrived early, parked his car and got out. Another car pulled up
near him and the driver told him, ―I always park there. You took my place.‖
The visitor went inside for Sunday School, found an empty seat and sat down. A young lady from the church
approached him and stated, ―That‘s my seat! You took my place.‖
The visitor was somewhat distressed by this rude welcome, but said nothing. After Sunday school, the visitor
went into the church sanctuary and sat down. Another member walked up to him and said, ―That‘s where I
always sit. You took my place!‖
The visitor was even more troubled by this treatment, but still said nothing. Later, as the congregation was
praying for Christ to dwell among them, the visitor stood, and his appearance began to change.
Horrible scars became visible on his hands and on his sandaled feet.
Someone from the congregation noticed him and called out, ―What happened to you?‖
The visitor replied, ―I took your place.‖
To Serve is to Love
April 2010
CALENDAR of EVENTS
Date
Day
Time
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4
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Friday
Saturday
Sunday
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Tuesday
Wednesday
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Thursday
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10
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Saturday
Monday
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Wednesday
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Saturday
Monday
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Thursday
2:00 p.m.
1:30 p.m.
1:30 p.m.
EASTER
10:00 a.m.
EASTER
6:00 p.m.
10:00 a.m.
6:00 p.m.
10:00 a.m.
1:30 p.m.
6:00 p.m.
1:45 p.m.
10:00 a.m.
1:30 p.m.
6:00 p.m.
10:00 a.m.
6:00 p.m.
10:15 a.m.
1:30 p.m.
6:00 p.m.
10:00 a.m.
6:00 p.m.
10:00 a.m.
6:00 p.m.
6:00 p.m.
1:30 p.m.
1:30 p.m.
6:00 p.m.
6:00 p.m.
10:00 a.m.
6:00 p.m.
11:00 a.m.
6:00 p.m.
Location
Event
Chapel
Stations of the Cross
Chapel
Veneration of the Holy Shroud
Auditorium
Blessing of the Easter Baskets
SUNDAY - ВЕЛИКДЕНЬ
Auditorium
Resurrection Liturgy
MONDAY
Auditorium
Family Night - Alison Hart
Chapel
Ukrainian Catholic Liturgy
Pub
Tea House
Chapel
Ukrainian Orthodox Liturgy
Recreation
Art Program
Auditorium
Sing Song
Auditorium
Concert - Ionka
Recreation
Bingo
Auditorium
Ukrainian Choir
Recreation
Nickel Bingo
Chapel
Polish Mass
Auditorium
Family Night - Sopilka & James Ladyka
Chapel
Ukrainian Catholic Liturgy
Auditorium
Large Bingo
Auditorium
Sing Song
Recreation
Bingo
Auditorium
Family Night – Andersons
Chapel
Ukrainian Catholic Liturgy
Pub
Tea House
Auditorium
Sing Song
Auditorium
Entertainment - Rainbow Makers
Auditorium
Ukrainian Choir
Recreation Area
Nickel Bingo
Auditorium
Family Night – Al Miller
Chapel
Ukrainian Catholic Liturgy
Pub
Tea House
Chapel
Roman Catholic Mass (English)
Auditorium
Sing Song
EVERY SUNDAY LITURGY STARTS AT 10:00 A.M. IN THE AUDITORIUM
PLEASE CHECK YOUR UNIT CALENDARS FOR DAILY PROGRAMS SPECIFIC TO YOUR WARD
FORGIVE US
One of the criminals hanging there abused him, ―Are you not the Christ?‖ he said. ―Save yourself
and us as well.‖
But the other spoke up and rebuked him. ―Have you no fear of God at all? We got the same
sentence as he did, but in our case we deserved it; we are paying for what we did. But this man
has done nothing wrong. Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom.‖
―Indeed, I promise you,‖ he replied, ―Today you will be with me in paradise.‖
Luke 23:39
To Serve is to Love
May 2010
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Date
Day
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Monday
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Location
Event
LADIES AUXILLARY 50TH ANNIVERSARY SPRING TEA
1:30 p.m.
Auditorium
Ukrainian Choir
6:00 p.m.
Recreation Area
Nickel Bingo
Tuesday
6:00 p.m.
Auditorium
Family Night - Ron & The Boys
Wednesday 10:00 a.m.
Chapel
Ukrainian Catholic Liturgy
6:00 p.m.
Pub
Tea House
Thursday
10:00 a.m.
Chapel
Ukrainian Orthodox Liturgy
6:00 p.m.
Auditorium
Sing Song
Friday
1:30 p.m.
Auditorium
Mothers Day Tea
Saturday
10:00 a.m.
Recreation
Bingo
Sunday
MOTHER‘S DAY
Monday
1:30 p.m.
Auditorium
Ukrainian Choir
6:00 p.m.
Recreation Area
Nickel Bingo
Tuesday
10:00 a.m.
Chapel
Polish Mass
6:00 p.m.
Auditorium
Family Night - Edward
Wednesday 10:00 a.m.
Chapel
Ukrainian Catholic Liturgy
6:00 p.m.
Pub
Tea House
Saturday
10:00 a.m.
Recreation
Bingo
Monday
1:30 p.m.
Auditorium
Ukrainian Choir
6:00 p.m.
Recreation Area
Nickel Bingo
Tuesday
6:00 p.m.
Auditorium
Family Night - Greg & Luke
Wednesday 10:00 a.m.
Chapel
Ukrainian Catholic Liturgy
6:00 p.m.
Pub
Tea House
Thursday
1:30 p.m.
Auditorium
Large Bingo
6:00 p.m.
Auditorium
Sing Song
Saturday
10:00 p.m.
Recreation
Bingo
Sunday
PENTECOST - ЗЕЛЕНІ СВЯТА
VICTORIA DAY LONG WEEKEND
Tuesday
6:00 p.m.
Auditorium
Family Night - Rainbow Makers
Wednesday 10:05 a.m.
Chapel
Ukrainian Catholic Liturgy
6:00 p.m.
Pub
Tea House
Thursday
10:00 a.m.
Chapel
English R.C. Mass
6:00 p.m.
Auditorium
Sing Song
Friday
2:30 p.m.
Recreation
Resident Council Meeting
Saturday
1:45 p.m.
Auditorium
Entertainment - Andersons
Monday
1:30 p.m.
Auditorium
Ukrainian Choir
6:00 p.m.
Recreation Area
Nickel Bingo
EVERY SUNDAY LITURGY STARTS AT 9:45 A.M. IN THE AUDITORIUM
PLEASE CHECK YOUR UNIT CALENDARS FOR DAILY PROGRAMS SPECIFIC TO YOUR WARD
From A Child’s Perspective
4 Years of Age - My Mommy can do anything!
8 Years of Age - My Mom knows a lot! A whole lot!
12 Year of Age - My Mother doesn‘t really know quite everything
14 Year of Age - Naturally, Mother doesn‘t know that , either
16 Years of Age - Mother? She‘s hopelessly, old-fashioned
18 Years of Age - That old woman! She‘s way out of date.
25 Years of Age - Well, she might know a thing or two
35 Years of Age - Before we decide, let‘s get Mom‘s
opinion
45 Years of Age - Wonder what Mom would have
thought about it?
65 Years of Age - Wish I could talk it over with Mom.
To Serve is to Love
Where’s The Logic?
Common Stress Myths
The word ‗stress‘ is heard
everywhere these days, but how
much do you really know about it? These
are common misconceptions about stress.
Myth: All stress is bad for you.
Fact: a little stress can motivate you to
perform. Low-level feelings of stress also
show that you care about what you‘re
doing. The key is to keep it in check so it
doesn‘t affect your health.
Myth: Stress is just a part of life – you
can’t escape it.
Fact: Managing your schedule, goals,
priorities, expectations and attitude can all
help you better cope with life‘s challenges
so you don‘t feel as stressed.
Myth: Everyone is stressed these days.
Fact: Stress doesn‘t come from your
environment, but rather from how you
react to it. What makes one person feel
stressed may not affect someone else at
all. Stress is different for everyone.
Myth: Minor symptoms have nothing to
do with stress.
Fact: Too much stress can cause some
symptoms that may surprise you,
including sleep problems, indigestion and
heartburn, headaches and neck & shoulder
pain. Take even small signs of discomfort
as a signal from your body that you need
to better manage your stress.
1. Why is the third hand on the watch called the second hand?
2. If a word is misspelled in the dictionary, how would we ever
know?
3. If Webster wrote the first dictionary, where did he find the
words?
4. Why do we say something is out of whack? What is a whack?
5. Why does ‗slow down‘ and ‗slow up‘ mean the same thing?
6. Why does ‗fat chance‘ and ‗slim chance‘ mean the same thing?
7. Why do ‗tug‘ boats push their barges?
8. Why do we sing ―Take me out to the ball game,‖ when we are
already there?
9. Why are they called ‗stands‘ when they are made for sitting?
10. Why is it called ―after dark‖ when it really is ―after light?‖
11. Doesn‘t ‗expecting the unexpected‘ make the unexpected
expected?
12. Why are a ‗wise man‘ and a ‗wise guy‘ opposites?
13. Why do ‗overlook‘ and ‗oversee‘ mean opposite things?
14. Why is ‗phonics‘ not spelled the way it sounds?
15. If work is so terrific, why do they have to pay you to do it?
16. If all the world is a stage, where is the audience sitting?
17. If love is blind, why is lingerie so popular?
18. If you are cross-eyed and have dyslexia, can you read all right?
19. Why is a bra singular and panties plural?
20. Why do you press harder on the buttons of a remote control
when you know the batteries are dead?
21. Why do we put suits in garment bags and garments in a
suitcase?
22. Why is ‗abbreviated‘ such a long word?
23. Why do we wash bath towels? Aren‘t we clean when we use
them?
24. Why doesn‘t glue stick to the inside of the bottle?
25. Why do they call it a TV set when you only have one?
5 ALLERGY FACTS
1. Sensitive to pollen? Wash your hair before bedtime. Reason: You‘ll remove any pollen and keep it
from settling on pillows and bedding. Also, avoid irritants such as tobacco smoke, automobile exhaust,
hair spray and perfume; wash you hands frequently; plan outdoor activities when pollen counts are low.
2. The best time to take an antihistamine, which helps block allergic reactions, is before symptoms start.
Just remember: Some allergy medications can cause sleepiness. So never take one when safety requires you
to be alert. Suggestions: Ask your health care provider about antihistamines that cause less drowsiness.
3. Dust mites love to nest in area rugs and make you sneeze and itch.
If you’re allergic, Australian researchers offer a simple solution: Place area rugs outdoors in direct sunlight
for a few hours until they become warm and dry. Result: Mites dry up and die.
4. Moving to another location is no guarantee of allergy relief.
Why: People usually develop allergies to their new region‘s pollens and molds within a few years of moving.
Plus: Most allergy-provoking grasses are widespread throughout the world.
5. As many as 20% of Canadians believe they have a food allergy, but true food allergies are actually rare.
What most people consider food allergies are usually signs of digestive problems, food poisoning or stress.
To Serve is to Love
PASKA
2 oz. yeast
(2 packages of dry
yeast)
1 tbsp. milk
1 tbsp. sugar
2-3 tbsp. water
Dissolve the yeast in the above mixture;
wait until it bubbles and then add
4 cups sifted flour
2 cups warm milk
Mix all ingredients and
wait until the dough rises.
To the mix add:
8 cups flour
3 whole eggs
8 egg yolks
1/4 lb. (or 8 tbsp.) sugar
1/4 tsp. salt
1 vanilla sugar
lemon rind of 1 lemon
juice of 1 orange
1 jigger of rum or other spirits (brandy)
1/4 lb. melted butter
Mix all the ingredients together. Add butter
at the very end. Knead well for about 1/2 to
3/4 of an hour, until the dough is elastic.
The dough will be very stiff. If it is too stiff,
add 1/4 cup milk. Place the dough in a warm
spot and let it rise until double in bulk.
Simple Tips for Slimmer Waists
When ready, fill greased and floured pans 1/2 or 1/3 full with
dough. Place the pans in a warm spot and let the dough rise
until it reaches the top of each pan. Brush the tops of the dough
with an egg wash. Bake in a preheated oven at 400 for 10
minutes, and then at 325 for additional 45 minutes. When done,
take the pans out of oven and wait until the pasky cool in the
pans. Then, carefully take them out of the pans and place gently
on a cloth-covered pillow. Allow to cool completely.
Please note: ‘The following instructions should be taken with
a grain of salt’
Incantations for a successful paska: Upon placing the paska into
the oven say: "Holy paska, be as grand and beautiful as the sun,
because we are baking you for the sun. Let all members of our
family be healthy. Let our children grow up as quickly as you
grow. "Come out as beautiful as you go in!"
DO'S and DONT'S:
When preparing paska dough and during the kneading, think
only good thoughts, shoo away all evil ones.
Don't let any of your neighbors or worse – strangers - come into
the house when you are preparing the paska. They might put
an evil eye on your paska and it will not rise as it should.
Don't make any sudden noises while the paska is rising or while
it is in the oven baking.
Also, don't sit down while the paska is in the oven or it will
become flat.
If you carefully follow all of the above instructions, the paska
will be light, airy and tasty.
If not - the paska will come out hard and dense. Then the
people will say: "Even thunder and lightning will not break
this paska".
Everyone knows that eating right and exercising are
the keys to weight control. But here are some less
obvious tips to make your efforts pay off fast.
Eat breakfast.
It‘s true – regular meals and
occasional low-calorie snacks help prevent the ‗famine
-then-feast‘ syndrome. Great start: Fill up first thing
with energizing high-fiber cereal, whole grain bread
and fruit.
Post a list of small projects on the refrigerator. Then,
whenever you‘re bored and tempted tackle an item
from your list. Result: The distraction will to snack,
help you ride out crave attacks.
Serve yourself half the amount you usually eat if you
tend to eat everything in front of you. Make less food
look like more by using smaller plates.
Keep burning fat and calories with regular aerobic
exercise such as walking, biking, swimming or rowing.
Advantages: Aerobics can raise you metabolism both
during the workout and for hours afterward – the
longer the session the better.
Bite into a pickle or a lemon. Advantages: Neither
has any calories to speak of, and the sour taste may
curb your appetite. Don‘t have either? Try brushing
your teeth.
Take time to enjoy your food. It takes about 20
minutes for your brain to receive the signal that
you‘re full. Slow your meal: Put your fork down
between bites; chew slowly; and savour each flavour
and texture.
Did you know this about SUGAR. Brown sugar,
white sugar – they‘re both sucrose. The difference:
Brown sugar has a small amount of molasses added
for colour and flavouring. But it has no nutritional
advantages over its white counterpart.
To Serve is to Love
THE WAY YOU SAY IT
Pay close
Encourage.
Ask an occasional The bottom line:
question or recap what the attention to nonverbal messages,
speaker has said to show that you both the ones that others send you
and the ones you convey.
understand.
Focus. Make eye contact with the Studies show we retain 25 – 50 %
speaker. Mentally repeat what of what we hear. That means in a
they said if it helps you stay 10-minute conversation with a boss
focused and minimize distractions. or co-worker, that person hears only
Invite. Keep your body posture two to five minutes worth of what
relaxed and open. Avoid crossing you have to say.
your arms or legs, fidgeting, WORKPLACE
frowning or slouching.
C O M M U N I C A T I O N
Defer. Listen without judgment. If HOTSPOTS
you find yourself reacting There are certain area where
emotionally, ask questions to communication is especially
make sure you understood the sensitive and messages are easily
message or take a break from the misunderstood or lost.
conversation.
Feedback
UNDERSTAND NONVERBAL When commenting on another‘s
COMMUNICATION
performance, make your comments
There are ways to communicate specific, positive and constructive.
without even saying a word.
Shy away from general criticism
 Visual: Body language, such and blame.
as crossing your arms or drumming Requests
your finger on the table.
When delegating work or asking for
 Tactile: Shaking hands, a pat help, be clear about what you need
on the back, hugging.
and ask in a respectful manner.
 Facial expression: Frowning, Check in frequently to make sure
the assignment is understood.
smiling, raising your eyebrows.
 Time: Arriving late for an Meetings
appointment, leaving a meeting A productive meeting has an
early, keeping a customer or co- agenda, the right group of people, a
goal or purpose, a time limit,
worker waiting.
 Physical space: Standing too ground rules and action items.
close, backing up, turning your Preparing for a meeting ahead of
time, informing all participants of
back.
 Vocal: Clearing your throat, goals and expectations, and having
sighing, changing the tone of your someone facilitate the meeting can
increase effectiveness.
voice.
Nonverbal cues can make E-Mail
LISTEN ACTIVELY
communication come across Before you hit ‗send,‘
True listening involves
differently than intended. Those check that you have a descriptive
your mind much more
than it does your ears. The key is to cues can contradict what you say or subject line, the right recipients in
add emphasis to it. They can send the ‗to‘ field and a clear message.
listen actively. Here‘s how:
Acknowledge. Nod your head or home the meaning of your spoken Avoid humor, potentially offensive
say something that confirms you‘re message, or they can convey comments, lengthy explanations or
something more powerful than questions, and emotional or private
engaged in what‘s being said.
subjects.
words.
Sharp communication skills can
help you in almost every area of
your work.
Here‘s how to
communicate more effectively.
6 WAYS TO SHAPE YOUR
MESSAGE
1. TREAT others with respect.
Be persuasive, but keep an open
mind.
Remember, it‘s the
differences between people –
cultures, talents, personalities,
strengths – that make a creative
workplace.
2. LISTEN carefully. You may
miss important details or seem
distracted if you‘re thinking about
what you‘ll say next.
3. THINK before you speak.
Words said in haste or anger are
often those you wish you could take
back. Take a deep breath before
you speak your mind. If you doubt
whether what you are about to say
is appropriate, it probably isn‘t.
4. CLARIFY. You communicate
to persuade, explain, inform, solve
a problem or gain information.
Choose your words carefully.
5. BE POSITIVE. Complaining
and criticizing hurt the morale of
those around you. Seek to solve
problems, rather than just pointing
them out. Give twice as much
praise as criticism.
6. MAKE your point. Don‘t bury
your message with unnecessary
words. Explain yourself, then let
people ask questions for more
information.
To Serve is to Love
cont‘d
The Way You Say It
WHEN THE COMMUNICATING
GETS TOUGH
Conflicts arise in every workplace. If
you‘re dreading a difficult
conversation, use this checklist to
help the talk run more smoothly.
What is the purpose of the
conversation?
Is it to solve a problem, come to an
agreement or clear the air.
What is the worst that could happen?
Someone could get angry or walk
away.
How am I feeling?
Recognize your own issues; realize
that it may not be the other
person‘s intention to make you feel
that way.
How is my attitude?
Enter the conversation with a
negative outlook and things may
go badly – be optimistic.
What is the other person’s side?
Enter the conversation resolved to
listen.
Can we work together?
Think of the other person as a
partner rather than an adversary.
Answering the questions above can
take the sting out of a conflict. You
ma y n o t alw a ys agr ee, b u t
conversations may become more
productive and less heated.
What’s Your Style?
Aggressive. This person thinks they
are always right, is a poor listener, tries
to bring others around to their point of
view, interrupts, gets angry or
impatient and speaks quickly and
loudly. This person often drives ideas,
is decisive and is a high achiever.
Is this you? Remember the active
listening skills in this brochure, & be
aware that you may come across as
intimidating, Make understanding
your communications objective.
Expressive. An expressive person gets
excited or emotional while speaking
and is very persuasive. This person
tends to act on intuition and feelings
and doesn‘t listen well to explanations
or facts.
Is this you? Realize that while ‗gut
instincts‘ are valuable, not everyone
will share your excitement. Back up
what you say & remain professional.
Passive.
This person focuses on
relationships & agreement. They may
seek agreement or try to make all
parties happy and often prefers to let
others take centre stage and make
decisions.
Is this you? Know that agreement
isn‘t always possible, and if you‘re
always giving in you‘ll ultimately
end up resentful. Learn to speak up
for yourself.
How To Stay Young
1. Throw out nonessential numbers. This includes age,
weight & height. Let the doctors worry about them, that‘s
what we pay them for.
2. Keep only cheerful friends. The grouches pull you down.
3. Keep learning. Learn more about the computer, crafts,
gardening, whatever may interest you. ―An idle mind is the
devil‘s workshop.‘ And the devil‘s name is Alzheimer.
4. Enjoy the simple things.
4. Laugh often, long & loud. Laugh till you gasp for
breath.
6. Tears will happen. Endure, grieve and move on. The
only person who is with us our entire life, is ourselves.
Be ALIVE while you are alive.
Analytical. An analyzer likes
to have facts and data. This
person asks questions and gets
distracted if a conversation is
too emotional or abstract.
They are results orientated.
Is this you? Realize that
more than facts go into
decision-making and
communicating.
Take
people‘s feelings and
nonverbal cues into account
& be an empathetic listener.
Assertive. Confident, yet able
to take others‘ viewpoints into
account, this person is able to
negotiate, compromise and
consider alternatives. They
get messages across clearly
and listen well.
I s
t h i s
y o u ?
Congratulations! You’ve
mastered the art of
effective communication.
However, whatever your
communication style,
there’s always room for
improvement.
Knowing
how you come across to
others is the first step
t o w a r d
b e t t e r
communication.
7. Surround yourself with what you love, whether
it‘s family, pets, keepsakes, music, plants, hobbies,
whatever. Your home is your refuge.
8. Cherish your health. If it is good, preserve it.
If it is unstable, improve it. If it is beyond
improvement, get help.
9. Don‘t take guilt trips. Take a trip to the mall,
or to a foreign country but NOT to where guilt is.
10. Tell the people you love, that you love them,
at every opportunity.
AND ALWAYS REMEMBER
Life is not measured by the number of breaths
we take, but by the moments that take our
breath away.
To Serve is to Love
VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION WEEK
APRIL 18 - 24, 2010
Sister Servants of Mary Immaculate
Staff and Residents of
Holy Family Home
Wish to Extend a BIG
To all of our dedicated
VOLUNTEERS
ALWAYS CARING,
ALWAYS SHARING
Holy Family Home is truly grateful for the many hands and hearts that make
our volunteer program successful. On behalf of the Sisters Servants of Mary
Immaculate and Holy Family Home, we thank all our volunteers for your
dedication and hard work. Each of you are models of unconditional kindness,
compassion and love. A single person can make a difference in the lives of
others.
To Serve is to Love
PEER COACHING
AT HOLY FAMILY
Are you experiencing conflict at work?
Do these two pictures depict how you sometimes
feel in work situations?
Did you know that conflict is a natural and normal
outcome of work relationships? How you handle
the situation can resolve the conflict effectively.
Effective conflict management skills will help you to resolve conflicts more
effectively at home, at work and in your community!
Need help in making that first step/approach?
A Peer Coach is trained to help you plan your approach and get your message across in ways
that promote effective resolution to deal with issues and create better work relationships.
A Peer Coach is:
 a staff member at “your site”
 a voluntary resource
trained to provide support, guidance and encouragement to help you manage and resolve conflict.
Peer Coaches:
Meet one on one with you to help you deal with conflicts.
Do not meet with two parties in conflict at the same time.
Help you speak more effectively for yourself. They DO NOT speak for you about the conflict.
Confidentiality:
 All conversations with the Peer Coach are kept in the strictest of confidence.
 Peer Coaches must meet and abide by PHIA Guidelines.
 No information including conversations will be shared with Management or Unions.
Information from your interaction with a Peer Coach will be not shared with any third party except when
required by law or unless serious concerns exist that absent disclosure, harm to self or others may occur.
For more information on this resource contact one of the Peer Coaches listed below.
Lisa Crozier - HCA Days
Bonnie Anderson - NSF
Nestor Mateo - Evening HCA
Michelle McCann - Laundry
Cindy Hayman - Recreation/ADP
To
To Serve
Serve is
is to
to Love
Love
HOLY FAMILY HOME LADIES’ AUXILIARY NEWS....
This year marks the 50th ANNIVERSARY of the formation of the Ladies‘ Auxiliary at Holy Family
Home! In 1960, a handful of women enthusiastically gathered together with a vision of organizing a Ladies‘
Auxiliary.
In the coming year we will be featuring articles in this newsletter pertaining to this special event. Our first
article will highlight the Presidents who have led the Auxiliary during this half century.
Ladies‘ Auxiliary Presidents 1960-present
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Pat Smerchanski
Teresa Kasian
Mary Gay
Kay Ketchen
Minnie Dubesky
Olga Kepron
Olga Lewicki
Alice Anthony
Pauline Mirus
Kay Carruthers
Jean Michalishyn
Stephanie Cicierski
Rose Marie Bergese
Ollie Hawryluk
Pauline Dyrkacz
Pauline Litynski
Joanne Huzel
Rose Brocki
Irene Zapisocki
Mary Bodykevich
Anna-Marie Konopelny
Leanne Peleck
Doreen Baddon
Karen Riesterer
Diane Snidal
Irene Zapisocki
Patricia Loustel
1960-62
1962-64
1964-66
1966-68
1968-70
1970-72
1972-74
1974-76
1976-78
1978-79
1979-81
1981-83
1983-85
1985-87
1987-89
1989-91
1991-93
1993-95
1995-97
1997-98
1998-00
2000-02
2002-04
2004-06
2006-08
2008-09
present
(† denotes deceased)
Please join the Ladies Auxiliary in celebrating their 50th anniversary by supporting their
events throughout 2010.
To Serve is to Love
HOLY FAMILY HOME LADIES’ AUXILIARY NEWS....
Ladies’ Auxiliary
th
50
Anniversary
Tea
Sunday May 2nd, 2010
1:30 – 4:00 PM
165 Aberdeen Avenue East
Winnipeg, Manitoba
OFFICIATING AT THE OPENING
Sister Theresa Slota
Provincial Superior
Sisters Servants of Mary Immaculate
HOME BAKING
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HANDICRAFTS
To Serve is to Love
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RAFFLE