Let us walk in the light of God
“For you were once darkness, but now you are light in the Lord.” (Ephesians 5:8a) The contrasting picture of darkness and light is a favorite Bible illustration showing the difference between faith and unbelief,...
Discharge planning: Social workers smooth transitions
When Tera Thomas, LSW, meets new residents at the transitional care neighborhood in The Lutheran Home: Belle Plaine, she’s already thinking about the day they’ll leave. Tera is a licensed social worker, and part...
Free yourself from judgement
“You are a Jew and I am a Samaritan woman. How can you ask me for a drink?” (John 4:9) Think for moment of the individual or group or people with which you have...
All we need is faith
“When anyone was bitten by a snake and looked at the bronze snake, they lived.” (Numbers 21:9b) As a child, The Bronze Snake was one of my favorite Bible stories. It was fascinating to...
Improved dining is within reach for those with dementia
People with dementia may struggle with a steady grip or the concept of using silverware, which can result in weight loss. In the Special Care Residence (SCR) dining room at The Lutheran Home: Belle...
Family-owned businesses pose unique challenges
With a regular job, you can leave work at the office. However, when your coworkers live under the same roof, or are related to you, work and family issues can become intertwined. Your childhood...
Glimpses of God’s greatness
“We were eyewitnesses of his majesty.” (2 Peter 1:16b) Sunday, the Christian Church observed Transfiguration, that spectacular event when several of Jesus’ disciples caught an indirect glimpse of Jesus in all his glory. The...
Resident Supports Renovations at Wellhaven Senior Living
For three weeks during the summer, things were different at Wellhaven Senior Living in River Falls, WI. There were no residents playing cards or visiting in the Fireside Lounge or enjoying meals or spending time...
Seeing God’s reflection in others
“But the LORD forbid that I should lay a hand on the LORD’s anointed.” (1 Samuel 26:11a) At first glance, our Bible verse this week seems like a little bit of a head-scratcher. Perhaps...