If you or someone you know has children with no health and dental coverage, encourage them to consider enrolling in hawk-i or Medicaid.  There two programs are offered by the State of Iowa.

There are as many as 27,000 children in Iowa without health and dental coverage.  There are many families who are eligible for these programs but they are either unaware of the programs or assume they earn too much money to qualify.  However, a family of three earning  $54,000 or more may be eligible.  Many families are cutting back expenses in these challenging economic times.  Health and dental coverage for children is too important.  No family will pay more than $40 per month for coverage in hawk-i. 

Signing your children up for health and dental coverage in Iowa for as low as $20 to $40 per month and some families pay nothing at all!  Our goal is to help the children get the health and dental coverage they need. For complete eligibility requirements, application, and answers to your questions, visit www.hawk-i.org or call 1-800-257-8563.

After a year of hard work and dedication the Iowa Baseball Museum of Norway is ready to open. Beginning February 2nd the museum will be open to the public. Hours are 1-4 pm, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, or by appointment, 319-721-6288.The museum is located at 112 East Railroad Street in Norway. A formal grand opening is planned for this summer. For further information, please contact Museum Manager, PO Box 151, Norway, IA 52318.

IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CHURCH
Van Horne, Iowa

SOUP SUPPER

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 2010

SERVING FROM 4:00 - 6:30 PM

Chili, Cheesy Ham & Potato, Vegetable Beef Soup

w/Sandwiches, Salad Bar, Desserts & Drink

Ticket:  Adults: $5.00

            Children 5 - 12: $3.00

            Under 5 FREE

EVERYONE WELCOME!

Often, major problems can be avoided by early intervention, by finding new ways of dealing with daily problems before they become a crisis. Through counseling, individuals, couples and families learn to work out their problems and have a better chance of staying emotionally healthy. Counseling services are provided, regardless of religion, race or financial status. Individual counseling is available, as well as marriage and family counseling.

For further information or for an appointment, contact one of the following sites:

Ames, 515-296-2759

Dubuque, 563-588-0558, 556-2580

Cedar Rapids, 319-364-7121

Mason City, 541-424-9683

Decorah, 800-772-2758

Waterloo, 319-272-2080

Also check their website: www.charitiesdbq.com

The daffodil, the beautiful FLOWER OF HOPE symbolizes the hope we all have of conquering cancer in our lifetime. By making a donation for these flowers, you contribute to the fight against cancer through the American Cancer Society’s programs of research, education, advocacy, and patient services. Please contact Evelyn Wiebeke-228-8348, Pam Claassen-228-8685, Chelsea Savings Bank, or the VH Telephone office by 2-24-10 to place an order. Delivery will be around March 16.

A rosary meditation for the homebound, sick, and dying is now available. Titled "Sit with Me", it is a beautiful recitation of the Rosary that includes all 20 mysteries. Pray the Joyful, Sorrowful, Glorious, and Luminous Mysteries and experience meditative and scriptural reflections focused on bringing comfort and grace. It is led by Archbishop Hanus. Comments have included "This rosary has such meaning for each decade and keeps you attentive throughout" and "Especially good for the elderly. It is so clear and easy to understand." Contact the Queen of Saints office to order 319-228-8131.

Do you need to go to a doctor or go for medical tests? Benton County Volunteer Program has volunteers available to assist you with Medical Transportation. Grant money is available to help defray the cost of your trip. Please call our office for more information: Belle Plaine-319-434-6078 or Vinton 319-472-2830.