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May 7, 2012 by Lisa, RM Director 30 Comments

Bring a Meal and Make is Special With Free Printable Labels

Bring a Meal and Make is Special With Free Printable Labels

When one is chronically ill, and a friend wishes to help her (or him!), the first thing that comes to mind is to bring a meal. In fact, since the most popular gift to bring is a meal, I wrote the book, Beyond Casseroles: 505 … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Articles, Beyond Casseroles, Caregiver, Cooking, Free Printables, Friend Has Illness, Invisible Illnesses, Ministry - Personal, Need to Know, Support Group Leader, What's New?

May 2, 2012 by Lisa, RM Director 3 Comments

52 Ways to Encourage a Chronically Ill Friend

52 Ways to Encourage a Chronically Ill Friend

If you are looking for ways to encourage a friend who is living with a chronic illness, dealing with a lot of pain, or even fighting cancer, this article is a great starting point to think creatively! Get the "Beyond … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Articles, Beyond Casseroles, Caregiver, Coping Skills, Founder's Blog, Friend Has Illness, Friendships, Misunderstood, Need to Know, Overwhelmed, Person w/ Illness, Person w/ lll Spouse, Support Group Leader, What's New? Tagged With: Christian

June 28, 2011 by Lisa, RM Director 4 Comments

How Do You Explain Living With Illness to Your Church?

How Do You Explain Living With Illness to Your Church?

"I want to be able to share the ups and downs but not sound like I am complaining. . ." "I've read about people who are presenting to their church staff about chronic illness, but that makes me too nervous. . ." "A deacon … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Beyond Casseroles, Church Leader, RM Shop E-flyers, What's New? Tagged With: Conditions and Diseases, God, Health, Illness, Jesus

April 14, 2011 by Lisa, RM Director Leave a Comment

A Gift For a Best Friend Who Is Ill Can Be Patio Decorations

A Gift For a Best Friend Who Is Ill	Can Be Patio Decorations

When you have a friend who is ill, it can be difficult to think of some fresh ideas for small little things to bring some cheer to his or her life. In this video, Lisa Copen, author of "Beyond Casseroles: 505 Ways to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Beyond Casseroles, Caregiver, Church Leader, Friend Has Illness, Support Group Leader, Videos, What's New?

April 7, 2011 by Lisa, RM Director Leave a Comment

Have a Friend With Illness? Let Her Cry!

Have a Friend With Illness? Let Her Cry!

Okay, so this sounds a bit tough, but it's not meant to be. Too often tears make us feel uncomfortable and we are quick to offer biblical quotes of encouragement to suffering friends with illness instead of just listening. It … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Beyond Casseroles, Caregiver, Church Leader, Support Group Leader, Videos, What's New? Tagged With: Caregiver, illness ministry, lisa copen


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