Shining Lights of Everyday People

“Not all of us can do great things but we can do small things with great love”—Mother Teresa

By Joanie Allbee

I would like to shine a light on a couple who give so much support to our Saugus Culture – Al and Joyce Rodenhiser.

The Rodenhisers are encouragers of many events that the Town of Saugus offers. They invest heart and soul into the activities they attend.

During the Oct. 8 Board of Selectmen Candidates’ Environmental Forum sponsored by SAVE (Saugus Action Volunteers for the Environment), Joyce served as the moderator while Al was the official timekeeper. “Joyce is a former SAVE president and both she and Al are founding members of SAVE,” SAVE’s Co-President Stephanie Shalkoski noted in her introduction of the couple at the beginning of the forum.

“And they are deeply committed to our community and shining examples of people who make Saugus a better place to live,” Shalkoski said.

You will see this loving couple attending library presentations, theatre performances, Saugus functions and festivities. Joyce, a former Town Meeting member, was also honored as “Woman of the Year” during the 2015 Founders Day Celebration.

Al and Joyce enjoy the fairs, local craftsman displays and summer concerts at the Saugus Iron Works – anything to do with supporting Saugus and Saugus people, they show up strong.

While dining among friends at St. John’s Church Christmas Fair on Dec. 6th, in the “Mrs. Claus Kitchen,” it was no surprise to see the lovely couple, Al and Joyce. They were enjoying hearty lunches, laughter and gift shopping in support of local artisans.