OPPORTUNITIES FOR SERVICE CCC April Volunteers Function April 4th April 11th April 18th April 25th Welcome & Announcements Dale B. Janet O. Terri B. Donna O. Audio / Visual Skylar E. Jim H. Ross H. Karen O. Scriptures Karen O. Bob S. Kristi B. Greg J. Ushers/Greeters Andersons Jarvis Mortensons Ellingsons Nursery Karene H. Weizenegger Samantha E. Barb K. Children's Church Easter Communion Brenda E. Karene H. Snak & Yak Host Maureen C. Liz R. Valerie C. Pancake Breakfast Treats Easter Kelly S. Kris K. Pancake Breakfast Prayers of the Church Easter Communion Karen O. Pastor Jenny Children's Chat Donna O. Karene H. Ted B. Valerie C.   WOMEN’S TEA PARTY FOLLOW-UP   On Sunday, March 21st the women of Christ’s Community Church had our first Tea Party! The tea and savories were delicious, the tables were beautifully decorated, and the conversation en- joyable. We had over 40 women in attendance who donated many needed items for CROSS.   Did you know? Tea contains one-third the caffeine of coffee or soda. The antioxidants in tea help prevent cancers of the skin, mouth, stomach, pancreas, lungs, liver, esophagus, colon, breast and prostate. The flavonoids in tea act as antioxidants, helping to prevent damage to cells from free radicals. Tea provides about 22% of the total intake of flavonoids in the U.S. diet. These flavonoids also help prevent heart disease by reducing blood clotting, lowering blood pressure and lowering cholesterol. Tea is a rare source of natural fluoride, which inhibits growth of oral bacteria and enzymes responsible for dental plaque. Both green and black tea help in the prevention of cavities. Tea is a rich source of manganese, necessary for healthy bones and of potassium which regulates heart beat. Green tea helps increase thermogenesis, or body heat production, which can cause weight loss. Tea is also showing promise in helping treat Alzheimer's Disease, Diabetes, high cholesterol, and Arthritis.   An interesting topic discussed at the tea was in regards to tea and wrinkles.    Kris James of The Artful Brew answered “Yes, I do put tea on my face -- every night! I use brewed green or white tea (at room temperature) and rinse my face with it after I've washed my face in honey. I use pure, raw honey and rub it all over my face to wash off my make-up, then rinse with water, then splash or rinse with tea. I've been doing this since I was a teenager. (My grandmother did it too and she hardly had any wrinkles when she passed at 94!) Honey is a humectant and helps calm irritated, sensitive, red skin. It is antibacterial and anti-inflammatory and it also helps build the skin's elasticity. But, you can wash your face with soap or whatever you normally use and then use the tea. (I don't use black tea because it's a bit more astringent and drying...it can also stain your skin!)   “Tea is wonderful and soothing to the skin. It is especially good for sensitive skin (like mine). It contains many antioxidants and helps reduce the signs of aging by fighting free radi- cals. I also make "bath teas" with green and white tea, Epsom Salts, sea salt and oatmeal. I teach classes on making your own skin products using tea, vegetables, fruits and other natural ingredients. We spend so much money on these things and they're loaded with chemicals, dyes and artificial fragrance that can damage our skin! It's also cheaper to make your own!” Hmmm, sounds like a class many of us would be interested in!   A big thank you to Kris James for putting on such a fabulous event!