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Pat Robertson says Divorcing a spouse with Alzheimer’s is justifiable – Is It?

On Sep.20.11 , In Aging and Health, Dementia and Alzheimer's by

Pat Robertson has an incredible ability to “step where it smells” (as they say in some parts of the country), and, he has done it once again (see article link below*).  Robertson has taken the position that someone with a spouse diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease should divorce the spouse and move on.  I have been [...]

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The Impact of Dementia – A Conversation about Faith

On Sep.07.11 , In Dementia and Alzheimer's by

Supporting Transitions of Dementia I would like to invite you to join me in a ministry with those impacted by dementia.  I will be facilitating a Dementia Support Group monthly at the St. Paul Monastery in Maplewood, MN.  For more information, click here. This group is particularly directed to family members of those with dementia but [...]

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  • Memory Care Support and Prayer Group

    The memory care support and prayer group that I lead at the St. Paul Monastery (2675 Benet Road, St. Paul, MN 55109) continues to meet on the second Tuesday of each month from 7-9 p.m.  HOWEVER, IN JUNE THE GATHERING WILL BE ON THE THIRD TUESDAY (JUNE 19)  The group recently requested that we continue [...]

  • Deacon Community Keeps Me Grounded

    Community helps me stay grounded and focused.  That is why it is important for me to be in a community of deacons.  How each of us lives out our diaconal calling is very different, but we all work around the same core values and theological touchstones. Elliott is a youth minister in a parish in [...]

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    Understanding Dementia and Spiritual Care This topic can be explored in a 90 minute session or expanded to greater depths for a one day experience or a retreat.  The time is spent in working to understand the nature of dementia related disease and how one might provide meaningful spiritual care.            When [...]

  • Yet Another Transition……

    I began supervising Director of Christian Education (DCE) Interns in April of 1986.   Now, 26 years later, I know that God is calling me to close this chapter of my life as I move into other areas of service. Supervising DCE Interns has been one of the greatest joys of my ministry.  Intern supervision allows [...]

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    Spiritual direction is a process by which a person joins with another who serves as faith mentor, guide, companion and supporter along the way.  A spiritual director helps one listen for God and leads the directee through the signs of the day.  If you would like to walk with Steve Arnold as your spiritual director [...]