Grandparent’s Day 2015, Sept. 12th – Kids, Grandkids & Great Grandkids INVITED!

You are invited to enjoy a magical celebration of the role that a grandparent plays in the life of their grandchild. Bouncy castles, Mickey & Minnie, Cotton Candy, Korean Drum Line, The Reach Gallery Crafts, Photo Booth and so much more! Come for the fun, stay for the memory making. Celebrate that special grandparent,  or great-grandparent. You will not be disappointed!

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Join us for an afternoon of family, food, and fun!

  • DATE

    Saturday, September 12, 2015

  • TIME

    11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

  • LOCATION

    Menno Place Courtyard

Bring your family and enjoy entertainment, story telling, face painting and jumping on bouncy castles! You could even meet Mickey and Minnie Mouse!

Hot dogs, popcorn, cotton candy, and ice cream will be available while supplies last!

Life’s Certainties

Benjamin Franklin is the one who said, “In this world, nothing can be certain except death and taxes.” This has not changed since he penned those words more than 200 years ago.

We’re Green and Getting Greener!

Menno Place Teams have taken on a significant initiative – The Paperless Project. This initiative seeks to reduce paper usage across the campus. Team members have been diligently choosing whether or not there is benefit in pressing the “print” button. What a success this project has been!

Since 2013, we have reduced our paper usage across the campus by 59%! Congratulations to the Team Members on this successful initiative!

You’re Invited – Join us at Menno Place in July & August

JULY

July 7 – Concert in Care: Hospital Chapel at 10:3o am

July 9 –  Music in the Courtyard at  2:30 pm

July 23 –  Music in the Courtyard at 2:30 pm

July 27 – Picnic in the Park (Hosted by Community Services at Mill Lake)

AUGUST

August 6 – Family BBQ at the Apartments! Buy your tickets from Receptionists at Terrace East and Primrose Gardens.

August 13 – Music in the Courtyard at 2:30pm

August 27 – Music in the Courtyard at 2:30pm

August 28 – Cornfest and Hamburger BBQ – proceeds go to Recreation programs  – 11am – 2pm

SEPTEMBER

September 12 – Grandparent’s Day Fair with bouncy castles, cotton candy and entertainment  – 11am – 2pm

Thank you for serving on the MBS Board

It is our honor to thank the members of the Mennonite Benevolent Society Board for their service at the end of their term. Thank you to Rose Bergen and Victor Dyck for their faithful service in providing direction to the Mennonite Benevolent Society.

The Mennonite Benevolent Society is a non-profit organization that has provided direction to Menno Place since its beginnings in 1953.

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Thank you to Victor Dyck for long-service on the Mennonite Benevolent Society Board. Certificate presented by Gerd Bartel, MBS Board President.

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Thank you to Rose Bergen for serving on the Mennonite Benevolent Society Board. Certificate presented by Gerd Bartel, MBS Board President.

Good-bye and Thank you, Kathrin Friesen!

Kathrin Friesen has been a part of the Menno Place community for the past 8 months. She is participating in The International Volunteer Exchange Program (IVEP) that is run by the Mennonite Central Committee. Along with many others from around the world, Kathrin joined in this yearlong work and cultural exchange that supports opportunities for young, Christian adults.

Kathrin hails from Brazil and looks forward to the next phases of her life journey. She brought music, devotions, faith, friendship and laughter to the community here at Menno Place. Her bright smile, kind heart and willing attitude will continue to bless those who have the privilege of walking life alongside Kathrin. We are grateful for the time we were able to share with her here at Menno Place. Blessings in your future and know that you are always welcome here in Canada!

Kathrin’s farewell is on Tuesday, July 7 at 2:30pm in the Courtyard.

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Kathrin Friesen, IVEP MCC volunteer shares devotions with the residents in E1 Menno Home.

Elementary School Children Gardening Program

What an exciting time for residents of Menno Place to share their knowledge of gardening with the elementary school class from Alexander Elementary School. The children planted potted plants together with residents – from tomatoes to petunias, the pots were prepared.

They tell a GREAT fish story!

Residents of Menno Place have enjoyed the hospitality and thrill of fishing at the Trout Creek Farm in Mission, BC. Take a look at one fishing trip that took place in June. Thank you to the owner of Trout Creek Farm for opening up the opportunity to come fishing.

Canada Day Classic Car Celebration!

It was a great day to celebrate Canada’s 148th Birthday together! With classic cars, BBQs and live music – don’t forget the ice cream! – we had a full day of celebration fun. Thank you  to the Recreation team who always make a party a lot of fun. Many residents who live at Menno Place have experienced what it is like to be in a country that has an oppressive or corrupt government. Many have immigrated from another country with the hope of living a safe, thriving and peaceful life in Canada. There is great appreciation for our country among the elders that live in Abbotsford. It was a pleasure to celebrate our land together – “God keep our land, glorious and free!”

 

Celebrating Pastoral Care Volunteers

Thank you to the many people who volunteer their time and talents to provide pastoral and spiritual care for the residents at Menno Place. A special celebration and thank you was held to share appreciation for the faithful people who are a valued part of our Pastoral Care Team. The luncheon was a time to hear from Don Klassen and Betty Horch about their experiences here at Menno Place as volunteers in this area. They shared how this ministry has brought them joy, friendship and meaning as they meet one-on-one with residents who request these visits.

Other volunteers share their talents through music, leading worship services, prayer meetings and Bible Studies. Residents love and appreciate the opportunity to have a regular visitor, a regular worship service and spiritual support as they make their way

Are you interested in joining the Pastoral Care Volunteer Team?

We have training each fall. Online applications are received any time throughout the year.