Windsor Manor

Employee Spotlight

Join us this month in welcoming our newest

employee, Kristy M. Nye, Resident Assistant.

Kristy grew up in Des Moines, Iowa for a part

of her life and in Simi Valley, California. She

currently resides in Milo, Iowa and has a

lovely daughter, Amanda, who lives in San

Marcos, California and has recently graduated

the California state university with a master’s

degree in Psychology. Kristy enjoys being

outdoors and takes pleasure from life’s simple

gifts. She is especially fond of vacationing in

Kernville, California where she spends much

of the time kayaking on the Kern River. Kristy

appreciates a good hike up a mountainside

trail, any sort of yardwork, a pleasant drive

down a country road, decorating her home,

traveling and spending quality time with her

friends. When asked about what she likes most

about working here at Windsor Manor, she

stated “The people are so nice and I love

getting to know about the residents!”

Welcome to our team, Kristy!

March Birthdays Join us in wishing our residents and staff a

very happy birthday!

Dwayne Manser March 5th

Shana Stephenson March 18th

Laura Gittins March 25th

Dani Marquez March 22nd

St. Patrick’s Story When most people think of St. Patrick’s Day, leprechauns,

rainbows and pots of gold usually come to mind. But many

don’t know of the remarkable story behind this holiday or

behind the “Irish Apostle”. Saint Patrick was born in Britain

of a Romanized family (not Ireland, as many believe!) At age

16 he was kidnapped by Irish raiders from the villa of his

father, Calpurnius, a deacon and minor local official, and

carried into slavery in Ireland. He spent six bleak years there

as a herdsman, during which he turned with fervor to his

faith. Upon dreaming that the ship in which he was to escape

was ready, he ran away and miraculously found passage to

Britain. There he came near to starvation and suffered a

second brief captivity before he was reunited with his family.

The best known passage in the Confessio tells of a dream,

after his return to Britain, in which one Victoricus delivered

him a letter headed “The Voice of the Irish.” As he read it, he

seemed to hear a voice beseeching him to walk once more

among them and to return to the land where he was held a

slave for so long. “Deeply moved,” he says, “I could read no

more.” vanished. Utterly confident in the Lord, he journeyed

far and wide, baptizing and confirming with untiring zeal. On

at least one occasion, he was cast into chains. On another, he

addressed with lyrical pathos a last farewell to his converts

who had been slain or kidnapped by the soldiers of Coroticus.

Careful to deal fairly with the non-Christian Irish, he

nevertheless lived in constant danger of martyrdom. In point

of fact, he was a most humble-minded man, pouring forth a

continuous paean of thanks to his Maker for having chosen

him as the instrument whereby multitudes who had

worshipped “idols and unclean things” had become “the

people of God. ” What an incredible story of bravery and

devotion to inspire us all!

Windsor Manor Assisted Living 608 S. 15th street, Indianola, IA 50125

Mission to Mexico As many know, the staff here at Windsor Manor truly care

about the residents they work with. The kindness they show to

people goes beyond our facility and even beyond our

Country! One of those staff members is Karina Ilnitsky, who

has recently returned from a mission trip to Juárez, Mexico

with a small group from her church. (Photo shown below)

The young missionaries set out on a long 34 hour drive across

the states to support and uphold several Mexican churches,

orphanages and rehabilitation centers with finances, food,

supplies, clothing, prayer and much needed encouragement.

Several complications arose during the start of the journey-

particularly the process of crossing the border with the church

van. It was packed full of goods ready to be distributed to the

locals- this caused concerns about illegal commercial usage of

the vehicle amongst the Border Control officers. thankfully,

all concerns were dismissed and the team crossed over safely

without any further complications.

Street evangelism was first on the schedule, which led to a

powerful street service filled with singing, prayer, preaching

of God’s Word and passing out Gospel tracts to the crowds

that had gathered at the tranquil park in downtown Juárez.

Back at the local church’s mission house, the missionaries

worked heartily as they filled over 150 sacks with generous

amounts of rice, beans and sugar to be donated throughout the

following days. (Story continues in next page)

March 2020

Celebrating March

World Wildlife Day

March 3rd

Daylight savings time begins

March 8th

Resident Council Meeting

March 11th

Taste of Ireland Social March 12

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St. Patrick’s Day

March 17th

First Day of Spring

March 19th

Pizza Party & Birthday

Celebration

March 20th

Tunes & Treats Concert March 24

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MISSION TO

MEXICO

(continued) Clothing donations

from the church in

Iowa were also to

be sorted, checked

to ensure quality and be distributed. The next few days

were full and eventful as the group set out to visit the

orphanages of the city, handing out toys, new clothes

and food to the happy children, who delighted in

singing praise songs, praying together, listening to

Bible stories and watching the missionaries perform

meaningful skits. “Even though we had never met

them before, and they had never met us before, it

didn’t matter- they got to

know that they are also the

children of God and that

they are loved” Karina

stated. The team carried

this compassionate attitude

with them to the drug

rehabilitation centers,

where they also provided

the men and women with

clothing, food and a

message of hope. Many

were touched and found

great comfort in knowing about the freedom and

immeasurable love that comes through Jesus Christ as

several of the missionary girls shared their own

personal testimonies. All the labor of ministry was

balanced with a healthy measure of rest, as the team

enjoyed authentic Mexican tacos and even a short ride

at an amusement park! “God taught me that it’s okay

to have some fun on a Mission trip,” Karina recalled,

“Serving God doesn’t have to be stuffy or boring. He

still wants us to enjoy the places we get to go to!”

We are so glad Karina is back with us and that she

shared this wonderful adventure with us all!

Did you know?

1. Wear Blue on March 17th

? Saint Patrick himself would have to deal with

pinching on his feast day. His color was “Saint

Patrick’s blue,” a light shade. The color green only

became associated with the big day after it was

linked to the Irish independence movement in the

late 18th century.

2. Saint Patrick Was British

Although he made his mark by introducing

Christianity to Ireland in the year 432, Patrick wasn’t Irish himself. He was born to Roman parents in

Scotland or Wales in the late fourth century.

3. Used to Be a Dry Holiday

For most of the 20th century, Saint Patrick’s Day

was considered a strictly religious holiday in Ireland,

which meant that the nation’s pubs were closed for

business on March 17. (The one exception went to

beer vendors at the big national dog show, which was

always held on Saint Patrick’s Day.) In 1970, the day

was converted to a national holiday, and the stout

resumed flowing.

4. But the Leprechaun Economy Is Thriving

Another little-known fact from Irish lore:

Leprechauns earned that gold they’re guarding.

According to legend, leprechauns spend their days

making and mending shoes. It’s hard work, so you

can’t blame them for being territorial about their pots

of gold.

5. It Could have Been Saint Maewyn’s Day

According to Irish legend, Saint Patrick wasn’t originally called Patrick. His birth name was

Maewyn Succat, but he changed his name to

Patricius after becoming a priest.

Caught in the Act-ivity! February has certainly been a month to remember! The folks here at

Windsor Manor enjoyed a plethora of Valentine’s themed activities such

as Valentine’s Pictionary, door decorations, cards, treats and a big party

to celebrate. Take a look at some of the highlights of the past month!

A peek at our Valentine’s day party (above) as residents enjoyed all kinds of

treats, old love songs & a reminisce hour to end the event.

Residents show their talent with these beautiful cardinal paintings (above)

The kids at Indianola Preschool show their appreciation for the “love bugs”

our residents made for them for Valentine’s day (below)

Dear March - Come in - How glad I am -

I hoped for you before - Put down your Hat -

You must have walked - How out of Breath you are -

Dear March, how are you, and the Rest -

Did you leave Nature well - Oh March, Come right

upstairs with me -

I have so much to tell -I got your Letter, and the Birds -

The Maples never knew that you were coming -I

declare - how Red their Faces grew -But March, forgive

me -

And all those Hills you left for me to Hue -There was

no Purple suitable -

You took it all with you -Who knocks? That April -

Lock the Door -I will not be pursued -He stayed away a

Year to call

When I am occupied -But trifles look so trivial As soon

as you have come That blame is just as dear as Praise

And Praise as mere as Blame

Emily Dickenson 1886

Memorable Events

Tunes & Treats at the Indianola Senior Center provided us with some

incredible jazz music from The John Kratz/Steve Charleson Duo (above)

Barb gave a wonderful presentation about Granny Basketball (above)

complete with guests, photos, newspaper clippings & a bit of hoop shooting

to end it off. (photo on the right shows Barb’s teammates when she played)

March 2020