Menno Place
32945 Marshall Road V2S 1K1 Abbotsford, BC, Canada

11.11.2020 Today we pause to remember and lament the horrors of war. We remember Canadian soldiers who died in wars past: The First World War, Second World War, Korean War,... Afghanistan War. We remember the young men and also women who never returned home. We remember their families, their friends and their communities. We grieve with them. We remember those who were disabled or traumatized, We acknowledge their pain. We also remember all people who suffered the devastation of past wars, both soldiers and civilians: Those who were wounded and disabled, Those whose loved ones were killed, Those who were separated from family members, Those who had to flee their homes, Those who witnessed unimaginable horrors. We remember the suffering of allies and enemies alike. We remember all people who continue to suffer the scourge of violent conflict: Those who are hungry and thirsty, Those who are on the run, without shelter and comfort, Those who are sick or injured and need care, Those who live with the sound of guns and bombs around them, Those who are caught in cycles of violence they can’t escape, Those who are paralyzed with fear. We remember the suffering of allies and enemies alike. We lament the horror of war, but we also name our hopes for a world of peace. And so we remember people who bind up the wounds of war: Those who work to end hostility, Those who provide aid in war zones, Those who care for the sick and the dying, Those who defend human rights, Those who welcome refugees. We remember people who actively build peace: Those who say No to killing and bombing, Those who work to resolve conflicts through dialogue and diplomacy, Those who seek to address the root causes of violence, Those who practice nonviolent resistance in the face of injustice, Those who build bridges of friendship and reconciliation with their enemies. We remember those who demonstrate that another way IS possible. May we also show that another way IS possible. From: MCC Canada, Written by Christine Bar Remembrance Day Resources For Teachers

What are you doing at 10:15am on October 15th (10/15)? At Menno place, we will all be doing the Great British Columbia Shake Out Drill to be Earthquake Prepared - What would YOU do if you had a disability? Would you know how to best protect yourself in the event of an earthquake? Take a look at the attached image and all the information on www.shakeoutbc.ca. Join us!

What will YOU be doing on October 15th at 10:15am? Here's waht we'll be doing: Menno Place & The Great British Columbia Shakeout - https://mailchi.mp//menno-place-the-great-british-columbia

The self-isolation period in Primrose Gardens, Terrace West & Terrace East will be lifted on Sunday, Aug 30 at 9:00am. Residents in these buildings may leave their suites and resume outdoor visits, walks to Mill Lake, shopping, appointments, and short visits to family members' homes. Masks must be worn in indoor public spaces, and outdoors if a physical distance of 6 feet cannot be maintained.... Registered Visitors of Primrose Gardens and Terrace West may resume their visits and deliveries as before. Meals in the dining room will resume next week. Thank you all for your patience and caution over the last week! Please read this memo for full details and important infection control reminders: https://www.mennoplace.ca//update-isolation-period-for-pr/

The water in Terrace East & Terrace West will be shut off on Thursday evening (Sept 17) from 9pm to 1am for major plumbing repairs. Work is scheduled for the evening to minimize inconvenience. Residents in these buildings will receive the memo today. We recommend residents fill a container for drinking water in case they need a drink in the night. You can read the memo here: https://mennoplacelife.com//memo-sept-17-terrace-east-ter/