What is the true meaning of Easter? A lot of people think that Easter is about eggs, baskets, and chocolate bunnies – but Easter is so much more than that. Easter is a celebration! It’s a time to honor what Jesus did for us back in 33AD. The story of Jesus’ death and resurrection from the dead 3 days later is the real purpose of Easter.
Easter is the single most important holy day throughout Christianity.
It celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ — a central belief for Christians worldwide and the focal point of their faith. Religious scholars believe the event occurred three days after the Romans crucified Jesus in roughly 30 AD. Christians therefore derive hope that they too will experience a resurrection in heaven.
Easter falls on the first Sunday after the first full moon after March 21. For 2020, Easter is on April 12.
Christians observe Easter in ways both personal and universal.
City Of Amarillo Opens Drive Thru Testing for COVID-19
AMARILLO, TX – The City of Amarillo has partnered with Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
to provide drive-thru testing for COVID-19. Testing began on Friday (March 27).
Individuals who are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 are encouraged to call the Amarillo Public
Health Department at 806-378-6300. If the symptoms warrant a test, they will then be directed to the
drive-thru facility for testing.
“We’ve been working around the clock for several days to get these tests in place and the facility set up
for this program,” said Amarillo Mayor Ginger Nelson. “We are finally seeing a good supply of tests coming
into our region, and we want to get them out to those that need them as quickly as possible.”
The city hopes to operate the facility from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday depending on the
continuing availability of tests. Any time the facility is not operating, Public Health Staff members will still be available to assist callers with alternatives.
“We’re very excited to see testing options increasing throughout the region,” said Amarillo Director of
Public Health Casie Stoughton. “Our staff and our great partners at Texas Tech have been waiting for
this moment. We’re ready to go.”
Potter County, the Amarillo Fire Department and the Amarillo Police Department are also providing
assistance with the drive-thru testing process.
For more information, contact City of Amarillo Communications Manager Dave Henry at (806) 378-5219
or by email at David.Henry@amarillo.gov.
Local Mindful Mondays online series to promote holistic health, wellness
AgriLife Extension reaches out during stressful COVID-19 pandemic
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service’s North Region family and community health agents are initiating a five-week Mindful Mondays online series beginning April 9.
The program is free, but those planning to attend must register online by April 8 to receive further instructions.
“We will be utilizing the Mindful Wellness program in our series,” said Joan Gray-Soria, AgriLife Extension family and community health agent in Gray County. “Mindful Wellness is designed to equip healthy adults with skills to strengthen the mind and body connection and promote holistic health and wellness across the lifespan.”
Mindful Wellness is a program created by The Ohio State University College of Education and Human Ecology/Family and Consumer Sciences.
The Mindful Mondays series is being coordinated by AgriLife Extension family and community health agents Kelli Lehman, Randall County; Carolyn Prill-Bennett, Moore County; Molly Forman, Briscoe and Hall counties; Jennifer Nickell, Potter County; and Kay Rogers, Dallam and Hartley counties.
“In a time when uncertainty and stress seem consuming, mindfulness can help you access your ability to not be overly reactive or overwhelmed by what’s going on around us,” Nickell said.
Gray-Soria said mindfulness is a mental state achieved by focusing one’s awareness on the present moment, while calmly acknowledging and accepting one’s feelings, thoughts and bodily sensations. It is a therapeutic technique.
“COVID-19 has added a new level of adversity for many of us,” Lehman said. “The goal of the online mindful wellness series is to provide participants with skills and practices that can be easily adopted and applied as we endure this pandemic and beyond. Mindful wellness is an important lifelong practice.”
Gray-Soria said the mindfulness program is not a substitute for medical care, counseling or treatments.
All sessions will be for one hour, beginning at 1:30 p.m. There also will be an option to participate by listening to recorded sessions. The first session is a pre-recorded introduction, and the others will be conducted by the agents.
The complete series includes:
¬ April 6: Introduction to Mindfulness
¬ April 13: Mindful Foundations
¬ April 20: Mindful Breathing
¬ April 27: Mindful Eating
¬ May 4: Mindful Living
For more information, contact Gray-Soria at 806-669-8033 or j-gray@tamu.edu.
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Trauma-Informed Yoga
Family Support Services
FSS is sharing the healing power of yoga with survivors of trauma through Trauma-informed Yoga Therapy. Classes available online so you can participate from the comfort of your own home.
This therapy has been proven to reduce the stressful effects trauma has had on the body, mind and spirit. It is safe and a gentle form of yoga promoting the ability to self-heal, soothe and regulate while reducing chronic anxiety and trauma related issues.
Join our Trauma-informed Yoga instructor Cynthia Gable, LCSW, RYT-200 for a relating and gentle class created to heal and empower. No yoga experience is required to join this group. You will never be singled out and the utmost care is given to create a safe, safe and private environment for everyone. To register, send an e-mail to the address above.
Amarillo Botanical Gardens Geranium Pre-sale
Call now to pre-order through April 30th. Pickup Monday through Friday April 27th – May 1st and Saturday, May 2nd, while supplies last.
$15 each or 4 for $50.
Gina Milton
Amarillo Botanical Gardens
Wedding and Event Coordinator
1400 Streit Dr.
Amarillo, Texas 79106
(806) 352-6513
www.amarillobotanicalgardens.org
City Of Amarillo Opens Drive Thru Testing for COVID-19
AMARILLO, TX – The City of Amarillo has partnered with Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
to provide drive-thru testing for COVID-19. Testing began on Friday (March 27).
Individuals who are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 are encouraged to call the Amarillo Public
Health Department at 806-378-6300. If the symptoms warrant a test, they will then be directed to the
drive-thru facility for testing.
“We’ve been working around the clock for several days to get these tests in place and the facility set up
for this program,” said Amarillo Mayor Ginger Nelson. “We are finally seeing a good supply of tests coming
into our region, and we want to get them out to those that need them as quickly as possible.”
The city hopes to operate the facility from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday depending on the
continuing availability of tests. Any time the facility is not operating, Public Health Staff members will still be available to assist callers with alternatives.
“We’re very excited to see testing options increasing throughout the region,” said Amarillo Director of
Public Health Casie Stoughton. “Our staff and our great partners at Texas Tech have been waiting for
this moment. We’re ready to go.”
Potter County, the Amarillo Fire Department and the Amarillo Police Department are also providing
assistance with the drive-thru testing process.
For more information, contact City of Amarillo Communications Manager Dave Henry at (806) 378-5219
or by email at David.Henry@amarillo.gov.
Chick-Fil-A South Coulter – Teaming up on TUESDAYS!
We are TEAMING UP on TUESDAYS!
Get Ready, HEREFORD, TX…
Each TUESDAY, from 11:30 am – 1:30 pm
Chick-fil-A South Coulter will be in YOUR City!!!
LOCATION: Hereford Furniture Exchange
209 E. Park Avenue
Hereford, TX
Thanks to the wonderful folks at Hereford Furniture Exchange, starting January 28th our Catering Van will be parked at their business each Tuesday* from 11:30-1:30**, selling our famous Chick-fil-A and Spicy Chick-fil-A Sandwiches, meals (Sandwich, Chips, Cookie), Grilled Cool Wraps, and freshly-prepared Sweet Tea and Lemonade!!
* Weather permitting ** or until sold out
CANCELLED April 14, 2020 due to inclement weather
2020 AAMW Drive-Thru Pet Food Pantry
The City of Amarillo Animal Management & Welfare Department, along with Merrick Pet Care, is holding a Pet Food Drive-Thru Pantry on Thursday from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. to provide free pet food during the COVID-19 (coronavirus) situation. Merrick Pet Care, based in Hereford, has partnered with AAMW to provide free dog and cat food.
The Pet Food Drive-Thru Pantry will be every Tuesday and Thursday at the parking lot area of the Amarillo Animal Management & Welfare (AAMW) facility, 3501 S. Osage. The AAMW facility is currently closed to the public due to COVID-19 concerns.
The Pet Food Drive-Thru Pantry is a drive-thru project, and motorists will not be required to get out of their vehicles, in accordance with social distancing guidelines. Safety measures are also in effect for AAMW staff who will be distributing the pet food.
“The Pet Food Drive-Thru Pantry would not have been possible without the generous support of Merrick Pet Care,” said AAMW Director Dr. Kati Wrubel. “Pet parents who are unable to afford food for their dog or cat can pick up a bag of high-quality Merrick food to ensure their pet continues to get the best nutrition possible.”
“At Merrick, we believe that everyone can and should make a difference,” said Tim Simonds, CEO of Merrick Pet Care. “Thanks to our dedicated and hardworking team in our factories and distribution center in Hereford, we are able to continue to give back during this challenging time.”
AAMW is asking that pets NOT be brought to this event.
Individuals will receive one (1) bag of food per person. This program is intended for owners in need of assistance to feed their pets during this time.
For more information, contact City of Amarillo Communications Manager David Henry at (806) 378-5219 or david.henry@amarillo.gov.
Helping grieving parents and families rebuild their lives following the death of a child, grandchild or sibling.
We espouse no particular religion but support each member in his or her grief journey regardless of religious practices or beliefs.
Meeting times:
Every Tuesday
Grandparents 5:30 PM
Parents 6:30 PM
Thomas L Moore ( Tom ) A.S.A.P.
Grand Parent group Always Stop and Pray
Cell Phone 806-679-2476
Texas Panhandle Chapter of
Bereaved Parents of the USA
Amarillo, Texas
