St. Edward's Episcopal Church and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will host a blood drive on Thursday, May 22, from 2 to 7 p.m. at St. Edward's, 2453 Harrisburg Pike, Lancaster. Blood that is collected will stay in Lancaster County to benefit members of the local community. All donors will receive two Lancaster Stormers ticket vouchers and a reusable tote bag.

Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health sponsors community blood drives every week throughout Lancaster County, as well as at the Blood Donor Center at the Suburban Pavilion.

Blood donors must be in good health, meaning that they have been free of flu, cold, and nausea symptoms for at least three days. They must also be between 16 and 79 years old, with parental consent needed for 16-year-olds. Additionally, they must weigh at least 110 pounds, be well hydrated, eat a substantial meal within four hours before donating, and bring a form of ID.

Appointments are encouraged and will receive priority. To make an appointment, call 717-544-0170 or visit http://www.LGhealth.org/giveblood.

For more information on St. Edward's, visit http://www.sainteds.org or http://www.facebook.com/stedslancaster or call the church at 717-898-6276.