RM Founder Shares How Her Health Advocate Passion Stems from Rheumatoid Arthritis Onset

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I recently posted this blog but somehow the video code was eaten up! I've added the video I spoke of below, and if you cannot see it you can view it here, "Illness Advocate's Passion Stems From Onset of Rheumatoid Arthritis." Last fall a popular health activist organization had a video contest asking us to share our journey about being a health advocate. I didn't win, but taking the time to share about my story of how I went from a stirring for illness ministry to where Rest Ministries is today was a winning experience! Here I share about how I originally thought I would work for a non profit organization, but after my diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis at the age of 24, I began my own "health promotion activities," by starting Rest … [Read more...]

For Chronically Ill “Not By Sight” Book Offers Validation & Underst&ing

Not By Sight is a wonderful little booklet that can help friends & family to see the courage & faith that abounds in those with debilitating conditions. It gives them simple, pragmatic examples of "What to say" & "What not to say" in order to truly be a source of encouragement. This book is written by Sherri O'Connell, co-founder of Invisible Disabilities Advocate. It is full of Scripture & quotes from physicians who specialize in chronic conditions & many would say it should be a "must have" for all believers, church staff & ministry leaders. Read more here at our bookstore chronicillnessbooks.com … [Read more...]