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Why Did God Allow that to Happen?
Today, I begin a new message series called Why? The seed of this series was a question I posted on Facebook a few years ago: “What...
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Labor Day or a Labor of Love
We know fall is fast approaching because another Labor Day has come and gone. Designated as a federal holiday in 1894, the first Monday of...
Your Words Matter (Rev. Dr. Charley Reeb)
In Matthew 5:9, Jesus said, “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.” For many people, the Broadway play...
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Importance of Validating Person’s with Dementia
It just feels good to be validated. When your thoughts and emotions are validated or affirmed by others, especially by those you love and...
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Supporting Persons with Dementia During Major Weather Events
Most major weather events allow some time to prepare. Tornado preparation time may be short, but the urgent reports from the TV reporters...
Why Go to Church? (Rev. Dr. Charley Reeb)
When you drove to worship this morning, you passed by the houses of neighbors and friends who had no thought of going to church. Some were...
Do You Know the Good Samaritan? (Rev. Dr. Charley Reeb)
Some years ago, Brandy and I went snow skiing with her brother in Park City, Utah. It was beautiful. I had not been skiing since I was a...
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Why Does My Loved-One Always Say No?
So often, when supporting someone living with dementia, a first response when a suggestion is given to do something is “no.” Although...
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Staying Active Together
If you are supporting someone living with dementia, exercising together can improve functional independence, reduce stress, improve mood,...
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