Race For Renata T-Shirt

Renata Schalk was an amazing soul, with a unique and infectious personality and called the WILDCARD of her family. All who came across her couldn't help but walk away with a smile on their face. Tragically, Renata was killed by a careless driver, while doing one of her favorite things, walking. She adored her family, her chickens, her God, reading (including textbooks), and caroling at Christmas in what was dubbed ""Renaltissimo." She was a storyteller, a purple aster in a sea of daisies, standing out amongst the crowd. Her light continues to shine through her family and friends through her laughter and smile. Renata was a Christian indeed, serving her Lord Jesus Christ and testifying to His saving and keeping power throughout her lifetime. Her words led many others to deeper relationships with Jesus Christ, and her works of compassion and kindness are remembered by all who were touched by her.

This race/walk is in her memory, as when she walked or biked, she did so at top speed. All money raised will go to a charity, near and dear to Renata's heart and has close ties with the community: Lisbon Area Christian Outreach (LACO).

LACO is a non-profit organization, founded in 1985 from the efforts of several area churches. It continues to be sponsored by 12 churches of various denominations located in Lisbon, Durham and Bowdoin, communities. They are administered by an all-volunteer Board of Directors that provides leadership and decision making for the organization. Members of the board include clergy, parishioners and community members. LACO is supported by the Towns of Bowdoin, Durham and Lisbon through donations from the towns, many individuals, organizations, and churches. LACO also receives support through matching grants and the assistance of Good Shepherd Food Bank. In addition, LACO operates a food pantry in Lisbon. The Food Pantry serves 1,867 people a month to prevent hunger. Visit their web site for more information www.lacopantry.org