Army veteran finds home in River Falls
Dick Hartenstein was halfway through basic training for the United States Army Corps of Engineers in 1945. He was among a group of three or four soldiers who were pulled out of the company...
Your king is coming to you
“Rejoice greatly, Daughter Zion! Shout, Daughter Jerusalem! See, your king comes to you.” (Zechariah 9:9a) What does the mention of a king bring to mind? Do you think of a castle, a crown, all...
Bingo Lingo
Wayne Tabbert’s gig as St. Michael’s bingo caller may have began as a quick fix but it has turned into a permanent position.
Our inheritance in Christ
“Now if we are children, then we are heirs—heirs of God and co-heirs with Christ, if indeed we share in his sufferings in order that we may also share in his glory.” (Romans 8:17)...
Free blood pressure clinic available
Wellhaven Senior Living hosts a free monthly blood pressure clinic at 10:30 a.m. on the third Thursday of each month. Upcoming dates include Oct. 18, Nov. 15 and Dec. 20. The free screenings take...
Called to serve
“Whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant.” (Matthew 20:26) Our Bible verse this week focuses on humility in a different way that directly relates to the mission and ministry of...
A trip to the farm
Wellhaven Senior Living tenants recently enjoyed a trip to the Sweet Rock Junction Farm just outside of River Falls. The farm is owned by Judith Hanson, niece of Wellhaven tenant Bess Knott. While on...
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...