PRIME TIMERS Adult Ministry Newsletter June 2021

Here we are in the beginning of June getting ready to welcome Summer this month. Prime Timers plans for June include the 3 R’s of Summer—Reading, Relaxing, and Renewing. Whether you join us for some activities (book club, baseball game, or tour of Concord) or plan activities on your own, may you have a blessed, safe summer.

June Activities

Take Me Out to the Ball Game

Join us for the Tennessee Smokies vs the Rocket City Trash Pandas (Huntsville, AL) game on Tuesday, June 8. In addition to the game, enjoy $2 soft tacos and select beer specials. Meet at All Saints pavilion at 5:30. If interested, call Keith S. at 719-2832 or Dave G. at 803-6406.

Tour of Farragut Museum and Town of Concord

On Wednesday, June 16, Nancy T. is hosting a visit to the Farragut Museum, a treasure chest of artifacts and photographs that tell the history of the Farragut and Concord communities. One of the highlights of the museum is the Admiral David Glasgow Farragut collection. Admiral Farragut was born in this area on July 5, 1801. .Visits last about 45 minutes to an hour. Free, and donations welcomed. After the museum visit, we will take a short walking tour of the site of the community of Concord, Cemetery, and Art Gallery, followed by lunch. We will meet at the Museum parking lot at 10:00 a.m. For more information, please contact Nancy at [email protected] or 693-6696. .

Knoxville Alzheimer's Tennessee Walk

SUNDAY, June 27: Knoxville Walk & Benefit Concert

Most of us have been touched by a loved one suffering from Alzheimer’s. Here is a chance to help make Alzheimer’s a memory. The Knoxville Walk to Make Alzheimer's a Memory will be held at Knoxville’s Lakeshore Park’s HGTV Overlook on Sunday, June 27. Registration begins at 3:00 p.m., followed by the walk at 4:00 p.m. Enjoy a picnic and concert after the walk beginning at 5:00 p.m. Performers include the Eaglemaniacs from Nashville who bring to life the biggest hits from the Eagles and Don Henley. They are joined by Janelle Arthur from home town Oliver Springs to the Stage and to 's Top 5. Remember to bring a chair or blanket from home.

Lakeshore Park is located at 5930 Lyonsview Pike. For more information about how to walk, donate, sign up a team, or earn a souvenir t-shirt, please visit www.alzTennessee.org/Walks. We have a team set up for the Prime Timers so if you plan to participate or would like to donate to this worthy cause, please sign up for team Prime Timers with Donna Terzak as team captain at the website above. Also, please let Donna know ([email protected] or 531-3839) if you plan join in the activities so we can participate in the walk and picnic afterwards as a group.

What’s Cooking? A Priest Appreciation Meal!

The Prime Timers will be providing a meal for our priests on Tuesday, June 22. A tossed salad OR vegetable and bread is needed for 3 priests. (Please be aware of portions so food doesn't have to be thrown away.) You may also bring fresh fruit, but no high sugar cakes or pies. Bring in disposable containers only (so there won't be any dishes to wash or return). Bring food to the parish office by noon and food will be put in refrigerator for priests to eat at their leisure. Priests may want to bring food back to rectory on their own. If you would like to help with this meal, please contact Donna at [email protected] or 531-3839.

Book Club

The selection for the June Book Club is:

“The Silent Patient” by Alex Michaelides The novel is a shocking psychological thriller of a woman’s act of violence against her husband – and of the therapist obsessed with uncovering her motive. It is described as a mix of Hitchcockian suspense, Agatha Christie plotting, and Greek tragedy. The group will meet on Tuesday, June 22 at 7:00 p.m. in All Saints Meeting Room C. We will also connect via Zoom for those who cannot meet in person. Please contact Donna at [email protected] or 310-4281 if you are interested in reading and plan to join us in discussing this book. You may access the discussion by clicking on the link below and entering the meeting ID and password. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82328769882?pwd=RWIrSHBCZ3QvY2xTUyt3cHg2U1J3dz09 Meeting ID: 823 2876 9882 Passcode: primetimer

Here are the books we will be reading in the next couple of months:

July: “One Thousand White August: “The Vanishing Half” Women: The Journals of May by Brit Bennett is a story Dodd” by Jim Fergus unveils about twin sisters growing up political stirrings caused by together in a small, southern the Cheyenne Tribe when black community and running they offered a thousand away at age sixteen. Looking horses in trade for one well beyond issues of race, thousand white women. The The Vanishing Half considers tribe’s chief believed that an intermixing of the lasting influence of the past as it shapes a white and Native American blood would person's decisions and explores some of the quell the race conflict between the US multiple reasons in which people sometimes government and the tribal communities. feel pulled to live as something other than their origins.

Volunteer Opportunity Second Harvest: Our June volunteer opportunity at Second Harvest is scheduled for Friday, June 11 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 Noon. Caravanning from All Saints is available at 8:30 a.m. or meet at Second Harvest at 136 Harvest Lane, Maryville, TN 37801. We have 5 to 10 spots available. Please contact Donna Terzak at [email protected] or 531-3839 if you can help. Volunteer hours benefit Ladies of Charity. Second Harvest requests that volunteers bring masks and gloves. For those who do not have this safety equipment, it will be provided. While casual attire is welcome (jeans, shorts, t-shirts, etc.), attire must be appropriate for a family environment. Open toed shoes are prohibited. Jewelry must be limited to rings only. Second Harvest is concerned for our safety.

Upcoming Activities

Here are a few activities under consideration for the next couple of months. If you have ideas for activities, please contact Donna Terzak at [email protected] or 531-3839.

Star of Knoxville River Boat Sightseeing Cruise

Sightseeing cruises are the perfect way to see and find out more information about Knoxville, the Tennessee River, and the history of riverboats. Options for the cruise include: 1. Afternoon or evening cruise 2. Sightseeing with or without a meal

Your input is appreciated on preferences.

Shakespeare Off the Square

The Tennessee State Company presents its 31st Summer Shakespeare Festival at Ijams Nature Center July 8 through August 8. The natural hillside provides space for the audiences to spread out while enjoying performances of the comedy “Twelfth Night” and the romance “The Tempest.” Dates for the performances are to be determined. Cost is $15 and reservations will be required.

Ongoing Parish Activities

Rosary for Our Country A Rosary for Our Country is prayed each Monday at 6:30 p.m. in the Church. All are welcome to join as long as social distancing guidelines can be met! Don’t forget your mask! Contact Kathy Ernst at 548-8209 or [email protected].

Monthly Veterans’ Group Meeting

St. George Veterans Group meets every first Friday (usually) around 9:30 a.m. (after the 9 a.m. Mass) in the Parish Hall to allow for social distancing. Unfortunately, in keeping with Parish meeting guidelines, coffee cannot be provided at this time, but you can bring your own. However, donuts will be available for you to enjoy. Bring your coffee and your mask (take it off when you enjoy your donut!) and join in the camaraderie with your fellow veterans!! If you have any questions, just contact Kathy E. at 548-8209 or [email protected].

Prayer for our Troops and Health Care Providers: Lord, hold our troops and health care providers in your loving hands. Protect them as they protect us. Bless them and their families for the selfless acts they perform for us in our time of need. I ask this in the name of Jesus, Our Lord and Savior. Amen.

Prime Timers in Need of Prayers Please keep Bertie Lubert, Linda Bryson, Nell Rachide, Philomena Nardone, Bob Ernst, Keith Ely, Lou Pejack (father of Donna T.) in your prayers. May God grant them, as well as their caregivers and caretakers, comfort, strength, and peace as they face health challenges.

Thought for the Day

"His Plan"-Proverbs 12:9

Today this morning & every morning you have a part to play, some little thing to contribute, something to say or to do. So, ask the Lord/God for guidance to show you what He has in His mind for you to accomplish to bring peace and blessings in your life.

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