‘Tis the Season–For Entertainment! Have you seen the list of entertainment coming to Nelson Hall? It’s amazing! Theater, comedy, music and more. And it’s all right here in Cheshire. There’s no need to travel to see a great show – consider yourself invited to Nelson Hall, Elim Park’s renowned Performing Arts Theater. Get your tickets today! The Gilded Age of Operetta October 11, 2014 | 2:00 pm Music from operettas featuring the works of Friml, Lehar, Rom- berg, Strauss II, and Herbert from such well-known pieces as Die Fledermaus, New Moon, Desert Song, Naughty Marietta, The Merry Widow, Land of Smiles and The Student Prince. We’ve Only Just Begun October 25, 2014 | 2:00pm & 7:30pm Carpenters Remembered – Celebrating the music of one of the most successful recording acts of all time. Led by Michelle Berting Brett and accompanied by a live, 7-piece Nashville band directed by Harry Sharpe. We Sail the Ocean Blue November 8, 2014 | 7:30pm New Haven Chorale – A choral rendition of the witty, rapid-fire musical hilarity of Gilbert & Sullivan, presented by the New Haven Chorale. Veterans Day Tribute Concert November 14, 2014 | 7:30 PM Charlie Zahm, a Pennsylvania-based singer and songwriter, returns to Nelson Hall for a Salute to Veterans with his excel- lent fiddler Tad Marks. I Can Laugh About It Now November 22, 2014 | 2:00pm & 7:30pm The Comedy of Jeff Allen – Jeff’s comedy drives home the humor in everyday family life and the joy derived from a healthy marriage. New Haven Symphony Holiday Brass December 6 | 7:30pm Ring In New Year’s Eve With The Stars December 31, 2014 | 7:30pm Starring the Jimmy Mazz Ensemble – Enjoy a star-studded evening of classic and contemporary tributes from the 1920s through today. Call the box office today to reserve your seats or season tickets! 203.699.5495 • 150 Cook Hill Road, Cheshire CT • nelsonhallelimpark.com Prices can vary. Special rates for seniors and groups. $2 service charge per ticket unless purchased on site. Nouvelles Creations— A Great New Addition to the Wellness Center. One of the nicest things about living at Elim Park are the residents who share their talents and time by volunteering for various activities. Ellen Flaherty is a perfect example. Anyone visiting our Wellness Center – wheth- er to swim in the 30’x60’ warm water pool, take in an exercise class, use our state-of-the-art equipment, or visit the brand-new hair salon location – can wave a friendly “hello” to Ellen and stop for a visit. Ellen volunteers as a part-time re- ceptionist to stay busy. She has heard many compliments about the salon’s new layout and sunny views over- looking the woods. The salon, named Nouvelles Creations, helps give the whole Wellness Center a “spa” feeling. So next time you’re at the Well- ness Center, stop by and ask Ellen. “This is a great place to live. There’s so much to do. Wonderful people to meet. There’s no reason to be bored.” She’s got that right! Service, Far and Near Wayne brings years of experience as a chaplain to our neighborhood. He served 20 years as a firefighters chaplain in Charlotte, NC, where he was the founding chaplain, and in Meriden, CT. Margaret was also deep- ly involved in supporting the fire fighting community and was recently awarded a medal from the Fellowship of Christian Firefighters for her work in establishing their Christian disciple- ship ministry. As Wayne aptly puts it, “I’m the preacher. Margaret is the entrepreneur.” The Detzler’s missionary work abroad has brought enrichment to so many lives. For 18 years Wayne served as the Regional Direc- tor of all of northern Europe. He oversaw 3 colleges in Belgium, Sweden and England as Regional Education Officer and served as minister at a Baptist church in Bristol. While there, Margaret founded the Christian Women’s Luncheons for England which is still in existence today. Their outreach brings together speakers, women with Christian backgrounds, and women who would like to know Christ. Returning to the states, the Detzler’s continued their diligent work. Ministries were served in Chicago, IL, India- napolis, IN, Meriden, CT, and Charlotte, NC, where Wayne was a minister in a Presbyterian church. While in Connecti- cut, Margaret started a crisis pregnancy center in Middle- town, once again putting to work her entrepreneurial spirit and amazing ability to organize volunteers. Just as it was time to leave Charlotte, the Detzler’s heard of a Christian camp in China where young children were learning how to speak English. So, at Margaret’s suggestion, off they went to serve in one of the “under- ground” or “house” churches. After 3 years in China the Detzlers returned to Connecti- cut at the invitation of their daughter. Wayne now serves as a professor at Sacred Heart University. Last February we welcomed them to Elim Park with open arms. The Next Generation A passion for ministry as deep as the Detzler’s would be next to impossible to contain. As one would expect, they endeav- or to pass their gifts to the next generation. Between the two of them they have mentored around 60 young ministers and their son is carry- ing on their tradition in England where he serves on the pastoral staff at Kensington Baptist Church in Bristol. He also founded an extension church called the BC3 which is reaching the millennial generation. Pulling People Together Perhaps the greatest gift the Detzlers have to share is their ability to pull people together. Their colorful, extensive backgrounds in a wide variety of cultures and denominations – includ- ing Baptist, Presbyterian and Catholic – have giv- en them a well of knowledge to draw from. They have an amazing ability to build relationships and strengthen the ties that bind us all. As Wayne so eloquently put it, “At the end of my life, no one may remember me but they may remember the people I influenced for the Lord. That’s the name of the game. ” Thank you, Wayne and Margaret, for making us part of your game of service to people. “At the end of my life, no one may remember me but they may re- member the people I influenced.” Many of the Detzler’s adventures have been newsworthy, as shown in the clipping above, and Wayne continues to keep people informed through his Facebook postings. 2014 Fall-Winter FanMail.indd 2-3 10/15/14 9:39 AM