Jesus Shines his Light at Joy in Jesus Camps

The best part of our camp for people with special needs is seeing the volunteers and campers having a ball, getting excited about coming again and knowing it is really all about believing in...

Visiting a person with short-term memory loss

Sadly, people with dementia often suffer alone. Even though we want to stay connected—having the conversations we used to have—it’s hard. Frequently, the reason is short-term memory loss. Of those with Alzheimer’s disease, 90...

Hearing God’s word on a daily basis

Before heading off to work most mornings, Hope residents have the opportunity to hear God’s word. Every morning, Pastor Patrick Feldhus visits each Hope living area to share a devotion. He recently joined the...

Resident Life at St. Michael’s

Several St. Michael’s Assisted Living residents and team members enjoyed a 90-minute boat ride on the Mississippi River.“It was real nice, I enjoyed being out on the river,” said resident David Keller.

Chaplains ease hearts reflecting on regrets

All her life, a woman carried her heavy burden. When she was young, she’d had an abortion. She never told anyone. After moving to The Lutheran Home Belle Plaine Campus, she shared her  long-held...

From Slaves to Sons

Galatians 4:6 “Because you are his sons, God sent the Spirit of his Son into our hearts, the Spirit who calls out, ‘Abba, Father.’”