May atmore 2020

The Staff Report
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Inside the new freezer
Some people, especially the elderly and those with
health conditions, will continue to remain at home.
Please share the following information with senior
Walter Albritton
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The business of the King is to make Jesus known
and loved. It is to witness to the ways our lives have
been changed, and are being changed, by the
transforming power of the living Christ. It is to help
people see that the true meaning of life is not found in
eating, drinking and playing around but in finding ways
to love people into the Kingdom of God. It is to help
others discover that meaning and joy are found in loving
God and loving our neighbors as we love ourselves.
Must we wallow in dullness and frustration because
we are sheltered in our homes for a time? No!
A thousand times No! We can grow our faith forward
by reading and studying God's Word. We can spend
time in intercessory prayer, lifting up the sick, praying
for our heroes who are on the front lines of service. We
citizens you know and love from MEDICARE.GOV.
Managing stress during COVID-19
More than ever, it's important to stay home to slow the
spread of COVID-19, and if you must go out, practice
social distancing. While we stay home, don't let fear and
anxiety about the COVID-19 pandemic become overwhelming.
Here are a few ways the CDC recommends
managing stress during these challenging times:
• Take breaks from watching, reading, or listening to
news stories and social media.
• Connect with others. Talk with friends and loved ones
over the phone or via video chat about your concerns
and how you are feeling.
• Take care of yourself. Take deep breaths, stretch, or
meditate. Try to eat healthy meals, exercise regularly,
and get plenty of sleep.
Remember: If you need to see your doctor, please call
them first. Medicare has expanded their ability to use
telehealth services during the COVID-19 emergency for
common office visits, mental health counseling, and
preventive health screenings.
In closing, please continue to stay safe. Like us on
Facebook (City of Atmore Mayor's Office) and visit our
official website www.cityofatmore.com
Thank you, Atmore.
BE A FOUNTAIN, NOT A DRAIN.
can encourage others with phone calls, cards, letters
and gifts of food and flowers. We can find creative ways
to make our love known to family and friends. We can
pray for a worldwide spiritual awakening. We are not
helpless because we are isolated. We can be about
the business of the King!
Now repeat that little poem 10 times until you have
memorized it. Then, the next time dullness comes
calling, celebrate the truth that you are wanted for the
business of the King! Say it to yourself: “I am wanted
for the business of the King!” You are – so get busy!
Life will be sweeter no matter how long our seclusion
lasts!
The Rev. Walter Albritton is Pastor of Congregational
Care at St. James United Methodist Church in
Montgomery.
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