The AARP Bulletin of August, 2015 features an article on “Overcoming the Loneliness of Dementia Caregiving.” This fascinating article focuses on the emotional needs of those who care for a loved one with dementia. The author advocates that caregivers make connections, develop confidants, and express feelings. As I work with caregivers of those with dementia, […]
Germany Pilgrimage (2016) Skype Information Meetings September 20 (Sunday) 7:00 p.m. (CDT) October 20 (Tuesday) 7:00 p.m. (CDT) November 15 (Sunday) 7:00 p.m. (CST) Group Spiritual Direction: Spirituality of Aging Location: Steve’s Home, 3454 Silver Lane NE, St. Anthony Village (Minneapolis), MN Thursday, September 10 1:00-2:00 p.m. ORIENTATION Thursday, September 17 1:00-3:00 p.m. Thursday, September […]
Steve Life transition for Steve Arnold has been a way of life. Learning to cope with transition and change in a positive way has been a result of the various changes that have taken place in his journey. Deacon My life is focused around John 13: 3-17 describing Jesus washing feet. This page offers definitions, […]
Somebody asked me the other day if there is ever a time in life when there are no transitions. My answer: transitions are always with you. People always say that there are two things in life that are guaranteed: death and taxes. I disagree. There are three things that never change, death, taxes and change. […]
What a joy it was to be in Berlin for the 21st Assembly of the Diakonia World Federation under the theme: Diakonia – Healing and Wholeness for the World. The assembly met at St. Johaness Stift in the Spandau region of Berlin from July 1-July 8. The schedule was intense and the speakers were outstanding. […]