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STEUBENVILLE -- Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church has announced the cancellation of its annual Christmas Day Memorial Dinner this year due to COVID -19.
For nine years, Holy Trinity has been serving a free Christmas Day meal. Last year, in 2019, more than 600 meals were served.
"This year we had to make the difficult decision to cancel our annual Christmas Day dinner, due to the CDC guidelines, state guidelines and COVID safety concerns for our volunteers and guests," noted Spiro Alexander. "We are not equipped to sponsor a safe sit-down or take-out meal. We felt it was best to not hold the dinner."
Holy Trinity, however, took up a collection to help serve the community on Christmas Day and has partnered with the Friendship Room. All proceeds designated to the Agape Fund for this year's Christmas Day dinner will be donated to the Friendship Room to provide a meal at Christmas.
Donations can be made to the Agape Fund/Christmas Day Dinner, Holy Trinity, P.O. Box 788, Steubenville, OH. 43952 or made directly to The Friendship Room, 419 Logan Ave, Steubenville, OH 43952.
Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church is located at 300 S. Fourth St., Steubenville, OH. The telephone is (740) 282-9835. The e-mail is office@holytrinitystb.org, and the website is www.holytrinitystb.org.
ADK Alpha Tau Chapter
honors two longtime members
NEW CUMBERLAND -- The Alpha Tau Chapter (WV) of Alpha Delta Kappa, International Honorary Organization for Women Educators held its December meeting through Zoom. The meeting was called to order by President Diane Bowers.
Roll call was taken and minutes were read by secretary Velda Icard. Treasurer Fran Jones gave the financial report, and committee reports were given by chairpersons. Fundraising ideas for the group's scholarship and an altruistic project for a local convalescent home were discussed. The chapter was invited to participate in an online book study for "Ashes in the Snow," to be hosted by the Lambda Chapter in January.
Donna Popovich was recognized as a Sapphire Sister for her 35 years of membership, and Toni Hinerman was recognized as a Silver Sister for 25 years of membership.
A World Understanding program was given by member Cara McMahon. Entitled "Christmas Traditions Throughout the Spanish-Speaking World," McMahon shared a variety of customs including a demonstration on how to make bunuelos, a fried dough fritter with a cinnamon sugar coating.
The next meeting will be Jan. 12.
Camp Horseshoe recruiting college-age students for posts
PARSONS, W.Va. -- Camp Horseshoe in Parsons, W.Va., is recruiting college-age students who are ready to use their skills, energy and passion for shaping a better world through service to youth.
Horseshoe's summer season includes nationally recognized teen civic leadership and entrepreneurship camps, Adventure Camp for 7- to 12-year-olds and Youth Opportunity Camps for low-income boys and girls.
"All of this takes place at our historic facility deep in the Monongahela National Forest," a spokesperson explained a spokesperson. "Our outdoor setting and commitment to health and safety guidelines make quality programs possible in the age of COVID-19."
Horseshoe camp counselors help teens and children become more productive citizens and always find something more within themselves in the process, the spokesperson noted. Summer positions provide a living allowance, meals and lodging during the 10-week commitment.
Counselors may be eligible for an additional education award, and the summer experience can qualify as an internship for certain majors.
"Horseshoe Leadership Center camp counselors make all the difference in the lives of campers," the spokesperson continued.
"Yes, Horseshoe is fun, friends and all the great times that happen at camp, but it is so much more. Each week adds experiences to help our campers become all they can be, plus return home ready to serve others and build better futures for all."
For information, call Horseshoe at (304) 478-2481, e-mail horseshoe@yla-youthleadership.org or write Horseshoe Leadership Center at 3309 Horseshoe Run Rd, Parsons, WV 26287-9029.
There are limited positions available.