Category Archives: Uncategorized

Have you ever really looked at an African violet plant? I have one on my kitchen table that I bought three years ago at a local grocery store. the African violet that I have, when it is in bloom, has five pedals with four yellow stamens in the center. They have delicate leaves, very different Continue Reading >>

I was driving home from the Giant food store to pick up medicine for my husband Arvid the other day. It was raining, cold and grey outside. It was supposed to be Spring with warmer temperatures and flowers and trees bursting with new life. Someone told me that it was the coldest weather we have Continue Reading >>

“I am only one but I am one. I cannot do everything but I can do something and because I cannot do everything I will not refuse to do the something that I can do.” (Edward Hales) That is the way we feel as we minister to those who are chronically ill, grieving the loss Continue Reading >>

When your heart is heavy with sadness or sorrow, the last thing you want to do is celebrate the holidays. The carols and bells, the tinsel and evergreens, serve only to remind you of the burden weighing so heavily on your spirit. While you weep, wresting with the realities of life without the one you Continue Reading >>

It’s that time of year when we talk about being thankful, after all Thanksgiving will soon be here.  I am not sure what you are grieving over. Perhaps, your loved one just died, you found out that you have a disease that is not curable, or you have a chronic illness that will not go Continue Reading >>

Let This House Be Known As Home May it hold the charm of Laughter, yet be a place for peaceful thought. May it be your family’s Haven whenever love or trust is sought. May it be a source of Memories, of moments spent in loving care. May this house be known as Home and may Continue Reading >>

I was thinking today about my hands, and felt that God was giving me a message about the power of our hands. Would you take a moment before you read on to look at your hands?  Our hands were created by God. No one has hands like you.  Our hands are powerful and can be Continue Reading >>

Thank you so much for caring about knowing how to effectively support a child or teen as they grieve.  Always begin with God. Pray as you prepare yourself before addressing the issues that a child may have. Provide a supportive and safe environment for them. If a child has come to speak to you about Continue Reading >>

I first want you to know that it takes courage to ask that question. These are some of the “red flags” that may be helpful in letting you know if you should ask for help.  You should ask for help if you are constantly thinking of ending your life and have a plan to do Continue Reading >>

Helping begins with being a good listener. Your friend will need to mourn, and that means you may hear the same story over and over. Your friend does not want you to “fix” him or her but to just listen and show your concern. Allow your friend to express their feelings without you being critical Continue Reading >>

In last week’s blog, I told you about my personal struggle with chronic illness and pain. If you haven’t had a chance yet to read or share it, please do. As a family member or friend of someone who is chronically ill, you play a vital role in that person’s life. Those who battle pain Continue Reading >>

No One is Immune No family is immune from hardship in life. For some, it’s the loss of a loved one; for others, it’s a broken marriage. Some families struggle financially while others deal with abuse.  No matter how hard we try, trouble comes our way. It’s during these times that we are tested to Continue Reading >>

There is no time like Easter for remembering just how wonderful God’s love really is. Blessings to you and your family. Christ has risen indeed and His Spirit is alive in those who have made Him Lord of their lives!  Happy Easter from me and your all your friends at Spiritual Care Support Ministries!

I just had two of our friends die recently.  Loss affects everyone, not just the immediate family.  These friends represented memories of fun times, challenging times, and awesome spiritual moments when we all felt God was moving in us and through us.  We worked, ate, and dreamed together for our families and our faith community. Continue Reading >>

It’s been four days and my sinus infection continues to give me pain in my eyes, my throat, and my head. The journey this week has been far from pleasant.  My plans for the week had to change.  My “to do” list was quite long and I tried to arrange it so I could perhaps Continue Reading >>