Nappanee Advance-News, Volume 120, Number 31, Nappanee, Elkhart County, 13 August 1997 — Page 5

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WHAT A CATCH—Nine-year-old Whitney Schmucker, daughter of Tim and Lori Schmucker, Nappanee, caught this 20 pound, 36-inch-long catfish while fishing with her father on Hoffman Lake south of Nappanee Tuesday, August 5. Her dad helped her pull the fish into the boat after a 20-minute struggle. Whitney will be a fourth grader at Nappanee Elementary School this year. (AN photo by Christina Hill)

The Last Word... People need to be needed

By Laurie Lechlitner My husband Brian and I were shopping for an ice chest at Meijer. An old friend we had not seen for a while stopped us to chat. “What are you looking for?” he inquired. "An ice chest for a Sunday school picnic,” Brian answered. “Don’t buy one,” he said. “Borrow mine. I have a couple of different sizes.” “We need a big one,” Brian explained. “We are hosting our Sunday school class apd arp,btring n ing pop and salad.” ! •'v “I have just the chest for you.” He grinned. “Mine holds 96 quarts and is on wheels. So, although it is

Freezing is simple way to preserve fresh fruit

by Mary Ann Lienhart-Cross Extension Educator Elkhart County Freezing is one of the simplest and least time-consuming ways for you to preserve fruits. Frozen foods are convenient to serve, and they are ready to serve on short notice, because most of the preparation is done before freezing. Most fruits can be frozen satisfactorily, but the quality of the product will vary with the kind of dj-uit, stage of maturity, and type of Generally, flavor is retained well by freezing, however, the texture of frozen fruit may be somewhat softer than that of fresh fruit. Some fruits require special prefreezing treatment to prevent undesirable changes in color, texture, or flavor during freezing and thawing. Freeze no more ftxxl in a home freezer than will freeze within 24 hours. Usually this will be about two or three pounds of food to each cubic foot of freezer capacity. If you have doubts about how well a fruit will freeze, lest freeze three or four packages, following sale, reliable directions. Before you prepare Iruit lor freezing, assemble the containers you arc going to use. No single factor in freezing is more important than the use of good packaging techniques and materials to protect food against moisture loss and transfer of flavor. All containers should be easy to seal and leakproof. Packaging materials must be durable and must not become brittle enough at low temperatures to crack. When preparing fruit, make sure to wash several times. It is best to

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heavy, you can wheel it to your location. I can help you load it in your truck. Then when you get to the picnic grounds, you can get assistance lifting it out and wheel it to wherever you need it.” “I want an ice chest of my own,” Brian asserted. Our friend’s face dropped. “It would save you some money,” he stated. “No thanks,” Brian answered. Our friend began to talk about the weather and other superficial things/1 Mondered if it would have been different if we would havi bo. rowed his ice chest. Could that have cemented a casual friendship into a close relationship?

prepare enough fruit for only a few containers at one time, especially those fruits that darken rapidly. Don’t let the fruit stand in water —some fruits loose food value and flavor, and some get water-soaked. Once washed, peel, trim, pit and slice fruit, following the directions for freezing fruit. Use aluminum, earthenware, enamel ware, glass, nickel and stainless steel equipment. Do not use galvanized ware in direct contact with fruit or fruit juices; the acid in fruit dissolves zinc, which is poisonous. Most fruits have better texture and flavor if packed in sugar or syrup. It’s best to use fruit packed in a syrup for dessert; fruits packed in dry sugar or unsweetened are best for most cooking purposes because there is less liquid in the product. Unsweetened packs may yield a lower quality product. However, directions are usually written for such a pack, whenever it is satisfactory, because the pack is often required for special diets. Some fruits, such as gooseberries, currants, cranberries and rhubarb, pack well with or without sugar.

Well wrapped, rice can be frozen for up to six months.

Living Gospel hosts concert in the park Living Ciospcl Church will hsl a concert in the park, Saturday, August 17,7p.m., at SlaulTcr Park, Nappanee. The concert will lealure the Spring Valley Baptist Church Youth Choir, from Raytown. Missouri. There is no admission charge for the concert, and no offering will lib taken. Refreshments will be provided following the concert. The entire Nappanee community is invited to attend. Please bring lawn chairs, for more comfortable seating. In case of inclement weather, the concert will be held at Living Gospel Church, 302 W. Walnut St., Nappanee. For more information, call the church, 773-7110. Poetry club meets at library An opportunity to share creative thought in the form of poetry will be available at the Nappanee Public Library at 7p.m. Tuesday, August 19. The Poetry Club, under the leadership of Susie Russell, meets the third Tuesday of every month. Participants will read and critique original works, study various authors and styles of poetry, and explore opportunities for getting works published.

Mary was in the hospital for a gall bladder operation. It wasn’t a serious operation, but it was one that would make her uncomfortable for a few weeks. “Can I bring you some food when you get out of the hospital?” I asked. “Would you really do that for me?” she asked. “Os course I would,” I stated. “I’ll bring you a crock pot full of spaghetti and meatballs and maybe a casserole or two. And desserts. There are so many recipes I want to try...” I went on and on, making plans to assist in her convalescent period. She needed me, and I felt wonderful about it! I rushed over a tuna casserole on the first evening she was home from the hospital. “You are absolutely fantastic!” she gushed. “You have lifted a burden from me. Now I won’t have to cook tonight.” She gave me a hug. “You are such a special friend.” She turned the comer to place the casserole on her kitchen table. I peeked. There were other dishes on the table. The whole world brought Mary a casserole and dessert that evening. I rushed back to my seat in the living room so she wouldn’t know I had seen her smorgasbord. ‘Tuna casserole is my favorite,” she said. And at that moment I knew that it wasn’t the tuna casserole she valued, but my friendship. I greeted her family before I walked out to my car. Mary is a special person. She cares enough to let others serve her. She realizes that people need to be needed, and is not afraid to be vulnerable enough to admit that they arc important to her. A sage once said, “If you want folks to love you, ask them to do you a favor. People need to be needed.” Thai is so true. Don’t you agree? (Note —Laurie Lechlitner is a minister and writer who resides in Elkhart. Those wishing to make comments regarding her column may address them to the Nappanee Advance-News, P.O. Box 230, Nappanee, IN. 46550)

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CELEBRATION DONATION—Campers attending Camp Riley for Youth with Physical Disabilities recently celebrated 32 years of giving by the service organization Epsilon Sigma Alpha (ESA). ESA raised $32,462.40, for construction of an adventure challenge course. In addition, each year, ESA chapters give campership support to children from their areas that attend Camp Riley. ‘Thanks to the ESA ladies. Camp Riley has received over $500,000 during our 32-year partnership,* said Keith Van Deman, president of the James Whitcomb Riley Memorial Association. ‘We are grateful that they have 'adopted' our kids for their outreach.

Well-known family leads Mt. Tabor Sunday service

The dynamic contemporary family ministry of Stan and Linda Skinner and family will be shared Sunday, August 17, 7p.m., at Mt. Tabor Church of God, located five and one-half miles south of Nappanee. This well-known singspiration team introduces their two boys and their family ministry of contemporary vocal Christian music and the unique sounds of handbells and choirchimes. Their spontaneous enthusiasm brings joy to all who participate in their spiritualiy uplifting music, and focuses on the daily awareness of the strength that helps face the problems of today’s family. A music ministry of 25 years has taken them throughout the United States and Europ£, where they both have been appointed “Ambassadors of Goodwill.” As founders and directors, they have established the first communitysponsored handbell performing , group in the Michiana area. The combined talents of this couple have been recognized and well-received in appearances with the Northern Indiana United Methodist Conference, Pan American Games, Christian Women’s Club Association, Bonneyville Mill Historical Society, Habitat for Humanity, Special Olympics and the Southern Baptist Conference. Prior to their years of musical ministry, they traveled and performed with noted celebrities, including Don Kessinger, Dr. Billy Graham, The Miss American Scholarship Foundation, Henry Mancinni, Bob Hope, Andy Williams, Fred Frank, of Schuller’s Hour of Power, and numerous others. Danny Daniels. Grammy

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Fourteen ESA chapters were present for the celebration, enjoying a day of activities such as a beachfront picnic, pontoon boat ride, tour of the grounds and entertainment from campers and staff members. Established in 1955 by James Whitcomb Riley Memorial Association, the camp features fully accessible facilities and activities which are fun as well as challenging for the campers, encouraging them to strive for greater levels of independence. Bradford Woods includes 3.5 miles of hard surfaced trails, 11 accessible lodges, an outdoor pool, beach front swimming, canoes and pontoon boat rides, horseback riding and much more.

Award-winning writer, stated, “You’ll enjoy and even profit from this uniquely gifted family and their freshness in live performances.” The public is invited to attend this musical experience.

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First Presbyterian Church Heritage at Main Street Nappanee (219) 773-3773 Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Worship 10:00 a.m.

Emma L. Long, MD Emma Long. MD. received her medical degree from Loma Linda University. California, and completed her residency at Hinsdale Hospital. Illinois. Dr. Long has a nutsing background and is fluent in Spanish and Japanese. She is board eligible in family medicine and is accepting new patients, including obstetrics, infants, pediatrics, and adults. Harley W. Yoder, MD Harley Yoder. MD. was bom and raised in Nappiuiee. and spent his undergraduate yeats close to home at Goshen College. He received his medical degree from Indiana University Medical School. Indianapolis, and completed his residency at St. Francis Hospital in Beechgrme. Indiana. Dr. Yoder is board certified in family medicine and is accepting new patients, including infants, pediatrics, and adults.

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