September 22 | 10:00 AM Breaking Bread: A Bread Baking Seminar Presented by Chef Helen Elizabeth Ward of The Table Come enjoy a warm morning centered around the joy of bread baking and gathering around the table. Learn practical techniques, simple tips, and the heart behind homemade goodness. Cost: $15 Please call the church office to reserve your spot: 804-776-6250 and and or email to reserve [email protected]
September 29 | 10:00 AM Flourish: A Fall Floral Seminar Presented by Helen Ward Join us for a creative morning of flowers, fellowship, and seasonal beauty. Helen Ward will share simple floral design tips, fall inspiration, and ideas for bringing warmth and natural beauty into your home. Cost: $15 Please call the church office to reserve your spot: 804-776-6250 and or email to reserve [email protected]
October 1 | 10:00 AM Building Brain Healthy Habits Presented by The Alzheimer’s Association Join us for an informative session on everyday habits that can help protect memory and support healthy thinking as we age. This health class is brought to you by the Women of Faith of LUMC.
Guest Speaker: Rev. Dr. Mary Ligon
Rev. Dr. Mary B. Ligon, or Chaplain Mary as most people refer to her, is the inaugural Community Chaplain for Bay Aging, an area agency on aging serving Virginia’s Northern Neck and Middle Peninsula. Her community-based chaplaincy program primarily serves residents of Lancaster County, along with caregivers and professionals throughout the region. She previously served as a palliative care chaplain at WellSpan York Hospital and as a tenured professor of gerontology at York College of Pennsylvania. She holds a PhD in Health Related Sciences and an MS in Gerontology from Virginia Commonwealth University, and her work focuses on aging, spirituality, and whole-person care across the lifespan.
October 8 | 10:00 AM Healthy Eating Made Simple Presented by Ivy Brotherton Healthy eating does not have to be complicated. Join us for a practical session on balanced nutrition, healthier daily choices, and how food impacts energy and overall wellness. This health class is brought to you by the Women of Faith of LUMC and Middlesex County Family YMCA.
#GatherAndGrow #LowerChurch #HealthyEating #Nutrition #WomenOfFaith #HartfieldVA October 15 | 10:00 AM Debunking 7 Common Myths of Osteoporosis Presented by Susan Brady, MPT, MCS-P Think osteoporosis is just an inevitable part of aging? Think again. Join us as Susan Brady shares practical, evidence-based strategies for stronger bones, reduced fracture risk, and lifelong mobility. This health class is brought to you by the Women of Faith of LUMCand Middlesex County Family YMCA.
#GatherAndGrow #LowerChurch #BoneHealth #OsteoporosisAwareness #WomenOfFaith #HartfieldVA October 22 | 10:00 AM Balance is FUN-damental Presented by Dr. Carol Anderson DuBois Good balance is essential for maintaining independence, preventing falls, and enjoying an active lifestyle at every age. Join us for an interactive presentation with helpful strategies to improve balance, increase stability, and build confidence. This health class is brought to you by the Women of Faith of LUMCand Middlesex County Family YMCA.
#GatherAndGrow #LowerChurch #Balance #HealthyAging #WomenOfFaith #HartfieldVA October 29 | 10:00 AM American Heart Association Family & Friends CPR Presented by Tina Mennett Learn lifesaving skills including hands-only CPR, AED use, and relief of choking for adults, children, and infants. This class is ideal for parents, grandparents, babysitters, students, and anyone who wants to feel more prepared to help in an emergency. This health class is brought to you by the Women of Faith of LUMC.
#GatherAndGrow #LowerChurch #CPR #LifesavingSkills #WomenOfFaith #HartfieldVA November 4 | 10:00 AM Sassy Sauces for the Season Presented by Sue Hardman Add flavor and fun to your seasonal cooking! Sue Hardman will share delicious sauce ideas that can elevate everyday meals and holiday dishes alike. Cost: $15 Please call the church office to reserve your spot: 804-776-6250 and and or email to reserve [email protected]
#GatherAndGrow #LowerChurch #CookingClass #SeasonalCooking #HolidayCooking #HartfieldVA November 11 | 10:00 AM Easy Entertaining for the Holidays Presented by Sue Hardman The holidays do not have to feel overwhelming. Join Sue Hardman for helpful ideas, simple recipes, and practical tips for hosting with ease during the holiday season. Cost: $15 Please call the church office to reserve your spot: 804-776-6250 and and or email to reserve [email protected]