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The Shepherd Loves Us Sermon Script
An 80-year-old man was fishing one day by himself. He was so glad to get away from the all the distractions in life, all the noise. Just...
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Living with Purpose when Living with Dementia
Having a purpose in life reflects on one’s life goals and the desire to pursue them. By having a purpose, one has the internal motivation...
Image of God – Youth Sunday (Will Corl)
Good morning everyone! My name is Will, I am a senior at the Central Florida Aerospace Academy, and I am the student connector for our...
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Journaling and a Dementia Journey
Providing support for someone living with memory loss, and a decline in judgment and self-help skills can be overwhelming. By learning...
Learning to Doubt Our Doubts (Rev. Dr. Charley Reeb)
Today I want to talk about something we all have in common. Have you ever asked God for something and God didn’t give it to you or he...
Learning to Doubt Our Doubts Devotional Guide
Monday: In Matthew 8:5-13, we find a remarkable story of faith that astounds Jesus. A centurion, a Roman officer in charge of a hundred...
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Communicating Effectively with Persons with Dementia
Caregiving for an individual with cognitive challenges has its difficulties.  The brain’s ability to process and respond to information...
A Prescription for Worry (Rev. Dr. Charley Reeb)
Is anyone anxious? Is anyone worried? Take a breath and relax because I believe God has a word for our anxiety.  One of the biggest issues...
A Prescription for Worry Devotional Guide
Monday: Read Luke 8:22-25. When Jesus asked, “Where is your faith?” I don’t think he was suggesting that if the disciples had enough...
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