Women of all ages and preschool children are invited to attend Neighbors Sharing and Caring (NSAC), a women's ministry of the Chiques Church, 4045 Sunnyside Road, Manheim, on Tuesday, Nov. 18, from 9 to 10:45 a.m.

Joan Patterson will present "A Mile in My Chair." A career educator, author and speaker, Patterson has lived more than three decades with multiple sclerosis (MS). Now confined to a wheelchair, she communicates the life lessons God has taught her through service dog companions Faith and Giles.

Patterson has spoken at churches, women's groups, children's groups, civic groups, schools, nursing homes and professional groups. Her articles have appeared in various magazines and anthologies. She is the author of "A Matter of Faith." She lives in York with her dog Giles and her husband of more than 50 years.

Patterson aims to inspire audiences with her story of progressing from a cane to a scooter to wheelchair and the resulting perspective shifts that have increased her faith. She will also challenge listeners to grow in their own faith.

During the program, child care will be provided for infants through prekindergartners. Readers may contact Bonnie at 717-361-2613 or Veronica at 717-626-7603 for more information and a copy of this year's schedule.

NSAC will not meet on Tuesday, Nov. 25, due to Thanksgiving but will resume meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 2.