“Sharing Our Burdens” (a Help, Sorry, Love NFP Event)

Come enjoy live music and personal testimonies from people in our community that are passionate to help, encourage and inspire our young adults. Learn what resources families have available, apply for access to music lessons and education, get the tools you need to make a change and talk to people that understand what you are going through. Everyone is welcome! If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction, depression, hopelessness, and/or loneliness, now is the time to share the burden and ask for help. Enjoy inspirational live music and sincere personal testimony in a safe and non-judgmental environment.

Date:  Saturday, Nov. 7^th, 6:00pm-9:00pm

Brought to you Help, Sorry, Love NFP, United Methodist Church of the Good Shepherd, Oswego IL & United Methodist Wheatland Salem Church

Location:

Wheatland Salem Church,
1852 95th St., Naperville, IL 60564

Live Musical Performances By:

• Jon Conover, Marco Saporito, Catie Parker, Pat Moynihan, Ted Morris and Nate Bradac
  

Speakers:

• Introduction to Help, Sorry, Love and How Music Can Change a Life- Jon Conover, Help, Sorry, Love President (Singer/songwriter/recording artist)
  • The importance of letting young adults know music is an option
  • Learning good communication and team work skills through songwriting and being in a band
  • How to get involved in music
  • Apply for free music lessons and education
• Story of Loss and How Travel Can Heal the Soul, Martha Conover (Sibling suicide survivor, travel enthusiast, professional tour coordinator, travel guide)

• The Importance of Health and Nutrition– Christine Conover (Registered Dietician)
  • Developing Good Habits
  • Common Diseases caused by poor nutrition and how it can be avoided
  • Benefits of healthy diet
  • Healthy Food Alternatives
• The Active Life Style and Exercise – Carrie Werner (Case Manager, Certified Personal Trainer)
  • Personal Testimony
  • Developing Good Habits
  • How exercise can change your attitude and inspire others
  • How to get started
• The Truth About the Road to Addiction, Personal Testimonies by:
  • Catie Parker (Local business owner, Praise and Worship Vocalist)
  • Steve Werrline Jr. (Chef, Culinary Student, Addiction Survivor)
• Getting Involved in Your Community- Lorraine Beasley (RN, MSB, Professional Event Planner, Community Activist)
  • Personal Testimony about challenges kids face and the importance of a supportive and united community
  • What resources are in your community
  • The Value of Bible Camps, 4-H programs, Volunteer Work etc.

Closing Message and Prayer by- Pastor Phil Sheets