SAVE THE DATE
Save the date for our fourth annual Art Auction on August 6, 2005. The
ministry will be hosting this annual event at the McDonough Museum of
Art on the campus of
Youngstown State University. Art work donated by local artists and
original works of art crafted
by the children in our ministry will be featured. Paintings, ceramics,
jewelry, and a variety
of fun and decorative items will be auctioned to the highest bidder.
This very successful
fundraiser for the ministry has grown bigger and better each year.
Don't miss this opportunity
for a wonderful evening with friends and family. The evening will begin
with delicious food and
great entertainment during our silent auction. A spirited live auction
with auctioneer
Charlie White will follow with a few carefully selected items for the
competitive bidder.
Please join us for this unique and fun evening on the campus of YSU.
Tickets are $20 in advance
and at the door. Your ticket price includes all food, beverage and
valet parking! All
proceeds from the auction benefit the ministry and children's program.
If you would like
tickets or more information please call 330-793-0434. Anyone interested
in making a donation
of food to off-set our cost for the evening, please call 330-788-0362.
CONGRATULATIONS!
Many congratulations to the Boardman-Poland Junior Women's League for
their First Place Award in the State of Ohio for their Advocate for
Childen Project. Women
from the BPJWL spent a day at Casa Madre in the Fall. Armed with
several donations from local
businesses, the women worked in the yard clearing, planting, mulching
and preparing the beds.
They also donated much needed household supplies and paper products.
They now move to the
national level where their project will compete for national
recognition at the Federation
of Women's Clubs National Convention in July. Good Luck participants
and our heartfelt thanks.
You have already won first place in our hearts!
Testimonials!
"I found out about the Ursuline Sisters HIV/AIDS Ministry from a family
member. I decided to come to the Cafe because I wanted to be with other
people who were HIV
infected. I also wanted to learn how to be more open about being
infected with HIV. The Cafe
was a good opportunity to share information with others and in the
process to make new friends.
I also found some "old" friends that I had lost touch with, too. I am
very appreciative of the food bags and pantry bag I receive each month.
I use everything. I am so grateful that the
sisters invited me to their home and the ministry staff is always so
friendly and welcoming.
I look forward to the Cafe each month."
Tony, from Mahoning County
"I read about the Ursuline Sisters Ministry to persons with HIV/AIDS in a local newspaper.
Where I live in Columbiana County there was nothing happening with HIV, and I wasn't
feeling good about myself; I was nervous the first time I came to the Cafe. I'm not
Catholic and was sort of afraid of nuns and coming to a convent. I was surprised to find
everything so normal. I continue to attend the Cafe because it is mentally healthy to be
around other people. I have more self-esteeem and self-respect now. I didn't realize
that I would be receiving food and pantry bags. That is a big help each month. It makes
me feel good to receive a newsletter each month that tells me about what is going on and
it acts as a reminder for the next Cafe."
Mike, from Columbiana County
"I first found out that the Ursuline Sisters operated a clinic for persons who are HIV infected.
I was newly diagnosed and very sick and angry.
Ursuline Sisters
HIV/AIDS Ministry
Staff
Sr. Kathleen Minchin Brigid Kenned
Sr. Sue Durkin Sr. Susan Zion
Terry Mitchell Bonnie Clark
Teaquan Spinks Keri Skornicka
Associates
Sr. Martha Reed
Sr. Marilyn Hoover
Sr. Joan Marie Russ
4250 Shields Road
Canfield, Oh 44406
Phone:(330) 793-0434
Fax:(330) 792-9553
Casa Madre(330) 788-0362
Clinic(330)743-7853
I would be totally lost without the clinic.
From the first day, I was treated like a real human being. The clinic helps to keep my body
healthy and the other clinic programs feed mymind and encourage my spirit. Then I
discovered I could participate in the monthly Cafe at the Motherhouse. At that time,
I was scared but I needed more food and personal items. So I overcame my fear and
attended a Cafe. At the Cafe, I encountered a comfortable atmosphere where I was
accepted, welcomed and not judged. I didn't need to dress a certain way, or look
a certain way; I could be myself. Now I wouldn't miss because I like the people so much.
They are my extended family. The bags I receive are filled with good things, some
I couldn't afford. We get juice, and I can't afford to buy juice. Toilet paper and soap are
always good to find in the pantry bag. Through the Ministry I also got involved with
HIV/AIDS community outeach which makes me feel like I'm giving something back
to the community."
Marie, from Youngstown
