MercyMed of Columbus

The (Virtual) Run Across Georgia is almost here! Sign-ups are open for the rescheduled run (277.2 miles!) across Georgia. MercyMed is so grateful to be benefitting from funds raised, alongside House of Heroes CVC. If you're interested in registering for the race or donating to the cause, visit https://runacrossgeorgia.com/. Signups close October 31, and the virtual race will take place November 4 through December 31, 2020. #runacrossgeorgia #mercymedcolumbus

Diabetes Education with Marie - Today we will learn how to develop a healthy relationship with food.

DIABETES EDUCATION tomorrow at 1pm on Facebook Live with our Nurse Practitioner, Marie McIntosh! This week's session will cover developing a healthy relationship with food. You can tune into Marie's class here on our Facebook page! photo by Bennett Counts #MercyMedColumbus #diabeteseducation

God’s ways are mysterious. In this chair yoga class we ponder how amazing yet unexplainable and winding God’s path can be. All you need is a sturdy chair and a little space.

MercyMed offices are closed on Friday, 10/23 for our annual staff retreat. We re-open on Monday, 10/26 at 8:30.

Hold your veggies... Farmstand Friday is Paused for Tomorrow! We will be back October 30th 9am-12pm. That means we will have MORE fresh produce on Fri Oct 30th than we know what to do with. Radishes, Turnips, Greens, Lettuces, Peppers, Bok Choy, Herbs, and more root veggies on the way! Share the word about our little Friday Market with your friends, our farmers thank you.

Tomorrow is Farmstand Friday 9AM - 12 PM!! MercyMed Farmer Keith has bulked up the fall harvest with peppers, radishes, greens, rocket lettuce mix, turnips, lemongrass, and other herbs. Pecan Point Farm will have eggs, milk, cheese, granola, pancake mix, and their famous small-batch locally creamed yogurt. ... The Old School Kitchen has baked goods, as well as vegan bento boxes, healthy entrees, sides, and herbs from Kate's garden. Her cookies are delightful! We are set up on 3rd Avenue behind MercyMed and accept cards, cash, and EBT. If you or someone you know uses food stamps, we offer a 50% discount for EBT cards.

Exercise Club is Back! Tomorrow at 1PM Scott, our Physical Therapist, is excited to offer a free workout session at MercyMed on 2nd Avenue. We will add masks and distancing to the movement and fun. Past participants used these workouts to gain the ability to get out of a chair, walk with better balance, and get motivated to exercise at home. It will work for you, too. Can't wait to see you there! Share to invite others.

Calling all runners, walkers, and cyclists! Run/Ride Across Georgia - Run/Ride For The Flag is happening at YOUR time and pace this year. Starting November 4th, you and your team can virtually begin your run/ride across Georgia. Proceeds from the event benefit MercyMed and House of Heroes Chattahoochee Valley. Click the link to learn more! ... https://raceroster.com///24851/virtual-race-across-georgia

Chair Yoga Grab a sturdy chair and let’s enjoy this beautiful city... which reminds us to look to our citizenship in Heaven where we are part of a heavenly city. Psalm 46:4-5 are our theme verses.

MercyMed mourns the loss of a partner in the ministry of the Gospel of Christ and a hero of the faith, Pastor Andy Merritt. We send our condolences to his family and we invite you to pray with us for comfort for his family and congregation. We are among the thousands who have been inspired by his advocacy work on behalf of the unborn. We are thankful to have been able to call him our friend. https://www.wrbl.com//longtime-columbus-pastor-andy-merri/

Don’t let the rain deter you! Farm Stand Friday is happening now. 9-12. 3702 2nd Avenue.

Farm Stand Friday is tomorrow! Help us spread the word! Tomorrow, 10/9 from 9-12, the #mercymedfarm joined by two other farms will be selling freshly grown fruits, veggies, and other goodies. We will have kale, sweet peppers, collard greens, hot peppers, lemongrass, and more! Remember - we double the value of what you spend if you shop with an EBT card. Swipe for $10 get $20 of healthy stuff. Win Win!