Damascus Friends Church offer first Health and Fitness Festival
Although July 31 was a typical rainy summer day in Damascus, Ohio, the atmosphere inside the Family Life Center of the church was celebratory. Volunteers welcomed those attending with enthusiasm. Over 15 booths provided practical information and hands-on activities and services to those who attended.
A highlight of the day included an inspirational message by Renee Smith, who was pictured on the cover of the 1/12/04 issue of People Magazine. Her personal weight loss story and Christian testimony was included in an article, "Half Their Size." Renee's powerful testimony on healthy weight loss includes prayer, a support system, healthy food choices and exercise. She lost 101 pounds and has KEPT IT OFF!
"Our first Health & Fitness Festival was a huge success." explained Damascus Friends Church Fitness Director, Elaine Owen. "The atmosphere was festive and there were several hands-on events, including blood pressure screenings, massage therapy, spinal health screenings, bone density screenings, nutritional analysis, and Eat Better, Eat Together - Planning for Family Meals. Renee' Smith's testimony on her personal weight loss and walk with the Lord was very inspiring."
The Damascus Friends Fitness Program now offers 11 classes per week including high and low impact aerobics, Pilates, over age 50 class, non-aerobic strength and core conditioning, and a men's fitness class.
Information submitted by Judy Wheeler,
Administrative Assistant at Damascus Friends Church
World Outreach Center (EFC-ER Office) | 1-800-334-8863 | 330-493-1660 | Fax: 330-493-0852 | 5350 Broadmoor Cir. NW Canton, OH 44709
