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In Memory of Michael William PughGary and Gerry LiporIn Memory of Rose Ellen Mlodzik, OPJoe and Linda GrauwelsGary and Sue CraanenIn Memory of Russell M Ruetz, D.D.S.Anne RuetzMargaret SeitzJerry and Barb SeitzDorothy SteinerBill and Mary PiperBob and Jean LaSalleIn Memory of Emeline Bash, OPGary and Sue CraanenIn Memory of Marjorie SeavoyRichard and Jo Anne WoelfelIn Memory of Margaret Ann Dresang, OPDavid and Mary HietpasIn Memory of Frank OsankaGary and Gerry LiporIn Memory of Peter J Mandli, Sr.Anonymous
April 16 through November 4, 2016Donations ReceivedIn Memory of Ruth KrumbergerGary and Sue CraanenIn Memory of David G. KeiserJohn and Laurie RadewanIndividual Donations Bernadine Pohl, OPTom DetermanMary Ann Pohl, OPGertrude Geigle, OPSusan AllenKaren Vollmer, OPTherese Rotarius, OPAnne Morehouse, OPRosaire Lucassen, OPBarbara L TracyVirginia M Buhler Robert Letsch Kathy GarskiHelen Rusk Arnie FroodeSteve and Kyla MrazekRichard LannoyeMarjorie FerrariJerome Fredericks Jan Jedlicka
Racine DominicansSC Johnson
US Navy SKC Robert W. Ply & Mrs. Monica Rotkis Ply
Marjorie L. Christiansen FoundationRacine Community Foundation
Bader PhilanthropiesUnited Way –
Community Investment Grant
Catherine and Bill Perez
We are grateful to all who contribute and participate in the
Senior Companion Program
Winter - 2016Story of the Candy Cane
How often have we heard the phrase, “Where does the time go?” As this holiday season rapidly approaches, take time out of your hectic schedule and appreciate the beauty surrounding you. Give thanks to all who matter to you: family, friends, community, and most importantly, our Creator.
We’ve all been told stories by our parents, teachers and clergy and have passed them on to
our children knowing they will continue to be passed on to our grandchildren.
One story often recalled is the story of the candy cane. Legend has it, a candy maker during the 18th century wanted to make a candy that would remind people of the true meaning of Christmas. Thus, the candy cane was made to symbolize the birth, ministry and death of Jesus Christ.
The hard white stick symbolizes the virgin birth and the sinless nature of Jesus. While the solid rock texture of this pure white hard candy symbolizes the foundation of the Church, and the firmness of the promises of God. This can also be used as a reminder to all children that Jesus is our “rock.”
The white candy stick was then shaped into a “J” to represent the precious name of Jesus, and if turned upside down, the “Good Shepherd” used to lift the fallen lambs who, like all sheep, have gone astray.
As the candy seemed plain, the candy maker used small red stripes to represent the scourging Jesus received, and the large red stripe to represent the blood shed on the cross by Christ so that we could all have the promise of eternal life.
During this holiday, remember the wonder of Jesus and his great love for all. Use the story of the candy cane as a reminder of the real reason we celebrate Christmas.
Our VisionWe recognize and respect the dignity and value of each human being.Our MissionThe Senior Companion Program, Inc. (SCP) enhances the quality of life for adults through socialization and information.Contact Information:[email protected]________________ 521 Sixth StreetRacine, WI 53403 racinedominicans.orgExecutive DirectorSue [email protected] to the DirectorLaurie [email protected] AssistantJeanne [email protected] of DirectorsPresident – Timothy CrawfordVice President – Jack LouksTreasurer – Sister Karen Vollmer, OPSecretary – Shelly BolesDorothy DziengelPatrick FogartyDave GeertsenLinda HaackSandra Wahl
Larry and Donna PiasJim and Pam Cremer Tom and Angela LefeberSusan M JaimesMary MarciniakMarjorie SteinmetzPete and Rose ChristensenBarb KroupaLadies of ColumbusJohn and Helen MillerJohn and Terri ClarkeBill and Sue McGrathJoe and Mary WoitachIn Kind DonationsSacred Heart Mission CircleBig Band Fundraiser Individual Donations ReceivedMark and Hillary Krejcha – Millers FlowersJean Anthony Ver Voort, OPAnonymousAndrew and Ellen MeulerDavid and Renee BenjaminMaryann McMahon, OPMike and Colleen Armgardt
Senior Companion Program is a sponsored ministry of the Racine Dominicans.
by Sue Craanen
Our Christmas Message
We hope you look at the candy cane a little differ-ently this holiday season and remember Jesus and His great love that came to earth on Christmas Day. We are so very grateful for all of you who some-how contributed to our program’s success in 2016. Blessings to you and your loved ones, now and throughout the coming year.
Merry Christmas! ~ Sue, Laurie and Jeanne
Our Christmas Message
We hope you look at the candy cane a little differ-ently this holiday season and remember Jesus and His great love that came to earth on Christmas Day. We are so very grateful for all of you who some-how contributed to our program’s success in 2016. Blessings to you and your loved ones, now and throughout the coming year.
Merry Christmas! ~ Sue, Laurie and Jeanne
Our Christmas Message
We hope you look at the candy cane a little differ-ently this holiday season and remember Jesus and His great love that came to earth on Christmas Day. We are so very grateful for all of you who some-how contributed to our program’s success in 2016. Blessings to you and your loved ones, now and throughout the coming year.
Merry Christmas! ~ Sue, Laurie and Jeanne
by Laurie RadewanA Wonderful Afternoon
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Cookie ingredients:1 cup butter1/2 teaspoon sa lt3/4 cup powdered suga r2 egg yolks2 1/4 cups f lou rPeppermint frosting ingredients:1/2 cup butter3 cups powdered suga r1/3 cup milk1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract2 drops red food coloring (optiona l)5 ca ndy ca nes, crushed
Have you thought of a New Year’s Resolution Yet?Can you spare just one hour per week? If so, the Senior Companion Program would love to have you become a volunteer. Visiting seniors in our community is a very rewarding experience and brings joy to the person who is being visited. Please consider becoming a part of our worthwhile program. Go to the front of this newsletter for our contact information.
The Senior Companion Program, hosted its third annual fundraiser, “A Sentimental Journey Back to the Big Band Era” which took place on Sunday, October 9, at Infusino’s Banquet Hall. The afternoon was filled with music, dancing, delicious food and camaraderie. It was wonderful to see so many people enjoying live music provided by the Howard Schneider Variety Band.We are very grateful for our sponsors, supporters, volunteers, raffle donations, bakers and all who helped to make this event so successful. We look forward to seeing all of you there again next fall!
Candy Cane Cookie Bars
Directions:Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a 9 x 13 pan with pa rchment paper.In a bowl, cream together butter, sa lt a nd suga r. Add yolks a nd mix well. Add f lou r, mix u ntil you have a u niform dough. Press dough evenly in prepa red pan. Bake for 12 minutes. Remove a nd let cool.While the cookies a re cooling, make the frosting. Combine a ll of the frosting ingredients in a mixing bowl a nd whip u ntil f luffy a nd pink. Spread frosting evenly over cooled cookie. Sprinkle with the crushed ca ndy ca nes a nd chill for 30 minutes to set the frosting.
A Prayer for our Nation and the WorldOur Father, we praise You for Your goodness, granting us many blessings. Our world deeply needs moral and
spiritual help to meet the many problems our nations face.
Help us to turn to You for guidance and grace. We pray today for our world leaders. Give them the wisdom to know what is right, and the courage to do it.
Please guide us and protect us. This we pray in Your holy name, Amen.