Glory to God Meeting Outreach Ministry visited Hope Mission in Anderson, SC, this past Saturday, January 13, and the experience was uplifting, humbling, meaningful, exciting, electrifying, and most importantly, SPIRITUAL. The Holy Spirit made its welcome from the time of our entrance until our exit. The atmosphere was exemplified by fantastic gratitude and love among those we served and the staff we connected with from Hope Mission’s organization.
Read MoreDuring the National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month in January, emphasis is placed on creating awareness about human trafficking and the great human rights violation that it is. Human trafficking, and other forms of modern-day slavery, take place in various parts of the world, where people are sold for labor, sex, or anything else the buyers require. Spread awareness throughout January about the global crisis so people can contribute in any way to rescue the victims, catch and prosecute the perpetrators, and improve the lives of the survivors.
Read MoreJanuary is National Poverty in America Awareness Month, and this holiday aims to recognize the severe conditions of poverty that many are living in. Yes, the U.S. may be a developed nation and one of the greatest countries in the world. But there are still thousands of people who are deprived of three meals a day, quality education, and even clean and healthy drinking water.
Read MoreCivil Rights Day, or Martin Luther King Jr. Day, is an annual observance marked on the third Monday in January, and takes place on January 15 this year. It celebrates the movement started by Martin Luther King Jr. to end racism and inequality in the U.S. This movement was a decade-long campaign by the African Americans for their rights and to put an end to legalized racial segregation by the ‘white’ people against people of ‘any other color.’
Read MoreGlaucoma’s one of the leading causes of vision loss and blindness. It’s actually a group of diseases where pressure (usually) builds up and damages the eye’s optic nerve. National Glaucoma Awareness Month, in January, reminds all of us to get regular eye exams and show support for those suffering.
Read MoreThat’s just one of the reasons that National Blood Donor Month, which has taken place each January since 1970, is such an important observance. Donating blood saves many lives and improves health for many people. According to the World Health Organization, “blood is the most precious gift that anyone can give to another person — the gift of life.
Read MoreMarch of Dimes National Birth Defects Awareness Month is observed every year in January. Birth defects are structural changes that usually occur during the first three months of pregnancy and affect one or more body parts. Annually, in the U.S. alone, approximately one in 33 babies is born with a birth defect. These defects include congenital heart defects, cleft lip, cleft palate, and spina bifida.
Read MoreGet A Balanced Life Month is celebrated for the full month of January every year. The best way to start the year is by figuring out how to balance your life between work and pleasure. As important as it is to ‘get that bread’, it is equally important to plan out days when you can breathe and have me-time.
Read MoreClap 4 Health Month is observed in January and this initiative is quite an exciting and fulfilling one. We spend a lot more time doing activities that require little to no physical exertion, and this month is all about raising awareness for physical activity and the overall benefits that getting involved in activity, no matter how small it may seem, can be for your health and longevity.
Read MoreCervical Health Awareness Month is marked every year in January to encourage women to be more attentive to their health. Cervical health is one aspect of health that many women neglect throughout their lives. By becoming more knowledgeable about this, women can detect any health issues at an early stage and get access to the best treatment.
Read MoreLet’s work together in a heartfelt initiative to make a difference in the lives of those experiencing homelessness. On January 13, 2024, The Glory to God Meeting Outreach Ministry team will provide a nutritious breakfast to feed 100 individuals at Hope Missions of the Upstate.
Read MoreBipolar disorder (formerly called manic-depressive illness or manic depression) is a mental illness that causes unusual shifts in a person’s mood, energy, activity levels, and concentration. These shifts can make it difficult to carry out day-to-day tasks.
Read MoreWe celebrate Older Driver Safety Awareness Week in the first full week of December, from December 6 to 10 this year, to make the roads a safe place for the older generation. The elderly may experience several challenges such as weak eyesight, hearing issues, dementia, sleep disorders, and physical disabilities that may impact their driving.
Read MoreNational Influenza Vaccination Week (N.I.V.W.) is observed between December 6 and 12 as a gentle reminder for you to stay protected in the upcoming winter months. If you haven’t already taken your vaccination shot, it’s not too late. We encourage you to get your dose as early as possible. The season for flu is quite unpredictable; it can begin as early as fall and last up to spring. Conventionally, flu activity is at its peak during winter, and so public healthcare professionals, advocates, and communities join hands to promote flu vaccination.
Read MoreEach December, we go out for fun, parties, and drinks with family and friends. But we ask you to stop and think for a second about being responsible. December is National Drunk and Drugged Driving Prevention Month and since the holiday season has a higher accident rate than others on average, it is important to echo the message of consciousness of being in a proper state behind the wheel.
Read MoreInternational Day of Persons with Disabilities on December 3 lets us focus on challenges faced by people living with disabilities. The day doesn’t discriminate between mental and physical disabilities, and the spirit of the day is to ensure that all people in the world have equal opportunities for work, play, health, and success.
Read MoreCrohn’s and Colitis Awareness Week, which runs from December 1 to December 7 each year, aims to educate people about the symptoms, causes, and ways to manage Crohn’s disease and colitis. The main reason for raising awareness is because the symptoms are quite common and are easily confused with other diseases and medical problems, resulting in people not receiving the right medical treatment in time.
Read MoreOn Sunday, October 23, 2023, the Glory to God Meeting Outreach Ministry team came together with Mt. Olive F.B.H. Church in Williamston SC. We had a wonderful “Cancer Awareness” service on this day that encompassed praise and worship, testimonials, and God’s given word.
Read MoreInternational Survivors of Suicide Loss Day is in November on the Saturday before Thanksgiving (November 18, 2023) and promotes coming together and supporting the survivors of this tragic event. When someone is lost to suicide it impacts those who knew and loved them.
Read MoreBack in the day, it wasn’t hard to lure children outdoors to play. But with cellphones, social media, video games and the like, more children are turning into couch potatoes — and at earlier ages. PTA Healthy Lifestyles Month takes place every November.
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