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January 1, 2010 by Lisa, RM Director 1 Comment

Devotion: The Will of God

As we begin our new year it can be tempting to wonder if God really understands that our bodies cannot keep up with our dreams of all we'd like to do - for Him, ourselves, our family, those we care about. But He does know … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Articles, Caregiver, Church Leader, Depression, Devotionals, Fear, Founder's Blog, Person w/ Illness, Poems, Support Group Leader, What's New? Tagged With: Christianity, Divine grace, God, Holy Spirit, Religion and Spirituality

December 24, 2009 by Lisa, RM Director Leave a Comment

What if People Helped with a ‘Christmas Spirit’ All Year?

Lots of people help others during the Christmas season. Imagine if it was this way all year round? A friend recently sent me this and this year, more than any other, I can relate to it since I have been dependent on friends … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Articles, Holidays, Poems, What's New?

December 21, 2009 by Lisa, RM Director Leave a Comment

Jesus, God’s Love in A Stable!

Jesus, on a snow-white laden night He came to us this star-bright night. He was born simply, humbly, too - A stable of hay & animals few. Mary, in pains of birth – she knew! Joseph, to him, it was all so new. Mary & … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Articles, Holidays, Poems, What's New? Tagged With: Christianity, God, Holy Spirit, Jesus, Religion and Spirituality

December 9, 2009 by Lisa, RM Director 1 Comment

The Christmas Rose

I walked along the quiet street alone, the snow was drifting down, The stores were closed & shuttered in this peaceful little town, The Christmas rush was ending, for 'twas Christmas Eve, you see, Still I walked in search … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Articles, Depression, Holidays, Person w/ Illness, Poems, What's New? Tagged With: Child, Christianity, Christmas, Jesus, Lord Jesus, Religion and Spirituality

December 6, 2009 by Lisa, RM Director 3 Comments

The Raging Sea – Poem

The Raging Sea – Poem

A wave, crashing against the shore Shaking me from my reverie I was lost in my thoughts once again Lost within the confines of my pain An infinite jumble of emotional fears and doubts I struggled to make some sense Of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Anger, Articles, Depression, Overwhelmed, Poems, What's New? Tagged With: Chronic pain

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