Connecting children to JCM
Jesus Cares Ministries (JCM) developed the idea of streaming Worship at the Cross services online before COVID hit and churches shut down. The goal was to share God’s word with more individuals with developmental...
Ready or not, here he comes.
“I will send my messenger, who will prepare the way before me. Then suddenly the Lord you are seeking will come to his temple; the messenger of the covenant, whom you desire, will come,”...
The coming of Jesus our Savior
Listen, the days are coming, declares the Lord, when I will fulfill the good promises that I have spoken to the house of Israel and concerning the house of Judah. In those days and...
Being Thankful No Matter What the Circumstances Are
by Mark Hayes, President of Ministry Praise the Lord, all you nations; extol him, all you peoples. For great is his love toward us, and the faithfulness of the Lord endures forever. Praise the...
A Change in Approach Changes Everything: A Dementia Story
As an Therapeutic Recreation Coordinator at The Lutheran Home: Belle Plaine, Amy Pautsch spends time each day inviting and bringing residents to a variety of activities and events, which consists of carrying out a...
Moving to Music Makes Residents Remember: A Dementia Story
Music can be powerful. Its impact can be seen daily in the Special Care Residence at The Lutheran Home: Belle Plaine. Music and Motion® includes a variety of physical activities paired with music, and...
The King Who Tells the Truth!
“You are a king then?” Pilate asked. Jesus answered, “I am, as you say, a king. For this reason, I was born, and for this reason I came into the world, to testify to...
Showing Appreciation for Pastor Ed
Then I will give you shepherds after my own heart, who will lead you with knowledge and understanding. [Jeremiah 3:15] October marked Pastor Appreciation Month. Pastor Ed continues to bring the good news of...
Soaking Up the Fall Season
Before the cold and snowy winter days set in, our residents enjoyed the gorgeous golden reds and oranges of the fall season. Just as the leaves were beginning to change, a group from The...