Our April NASA Adventure was so much fun. You will understand what I mean by seeing the photos taken that day. There are too many activities to list here, but we hope to do this again. Double-click the first image after you click the link below to see all the full-screen photos. Click Here For Photo Gallery
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by Judy Cooper: As a young Mississippi mother of two small children (ages 2 and 5), I had a great mentor! Marilyn was older, wiser, and experienced, a mother of four and a sister in Christ. Mama Marilyn’s “Play School” became known as a safe place for parents to drop off their children for a ½ day of “school.” And a great fit for our family. There were a lot of lessons to be learned—and not “just by the kids?” Early on, I noted how Mama Marilyn scooped up all five of her kitties
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Will I Still Be Married to My Spouse in Heaven? Christians can get excited knowing they will one day spend eternal life in Heaven. They will be united with God and spend eternity in His beautiful kingdom. As Christians, we all question what Heaven will be like. For some, an important question lingers: Will we be married? A spouse might not top everyone’s questions about the eternal kingdom, but it is a valid worry for many. They may have lost a beloved spouse and are fearful they will not be able to reunite with them
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At Surviving From Loss, we serve our community’s widows in various ways. Our mission is to be the hands and feet of Jesus to our widows and widowers. Only those who have lost a spouse can understand such loss. There are many types of losses in life, and the loss of a spouse is one of the top five. The widowed have many needs, but one is the need for fellowship. A widow loses 75% of her friend network after the loss of her husband. Many widows and widowers state that loneliness is one of
All thoughts below must be weighed with compassion and common sense. Put yourself in the place of the receiver. Weigh your words carefully. Remember, receiving a handwritten, heartfelt card is very powerful to the person you are writing to, but when possible, always make part of your support in person. It is better to be present and say nothing than to fill the silence with words. The thoughts below are just guidelines, and your relationship with the receiver of your kindness must be considered. What to Say to Someone Who Is Terminally Ill What do
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Emotional Health
“You Made it Through The Holidays, Now What?” Coping with loss during the holidays and special occasions is an immense challenge, particularly for those who have lost a spouse. While you may have successfully navigated the recent holiday season, it’s crucial to recognize that the journey through grief is ongoing. Your first year, marked by the absence of the person you shared these special moments with, can be particularly poignant. This article reflects on the challenges faced and suggests constructive ways to cope. During the holiday season, the absence of a loved one becomes acutely
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THE HELENE LAMP STORY The Lord blesses each of us with each day of life, and this month’s members’ spotlight is the perfect example of the Lord’s abundant blessings. Helene Lamp, born October 2, 1921, has already completed 36,865 days thus far and is not slowing down. Helene was born in Germany, and on October 24, 1924, she moved to the U.S. with her parents when she was three years old. They lived in the country community of Neffs, Ohio. In those days, you had to have a sponsor to enter the United States. Her uncle
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Life Stories
THE SUZIE HOLDERFIELD STORY Jackie Suzanne Koch Holderfield, but we know her as Suzie. Suzanne Holderfield was born in San Antonio, Texas, on June 8, 1954, to loving parents Robert John Koch and Doris Mae Sharp. Suzie has two older brothers and one younger sister, all living in Texas. Since birth, Suzie has led an exciting life. One of her favorite childhood memories was on her uncle’s ranch in Hondo, Texas. Playing with her three girl cousins as they rode horses and pretended to be real ranch hands. They attended Rosemont Church of Christ, where
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THE MARY FAVRE STORY On a fantastic fall day, October 27, 1953, in Lake Forrest, Illinois, the world welcomed an energetic baby named Mary Elizabeth Harrington. Mary would be the third child born for a total of eight. She has six brothers and one sister. Mary did not stay in Illinois long. The family moved to Roswell, New Mexico, in 1962. After that, the family moved to San Angelo, Bangs, Abilene, and Dallas, Texas, all before she was in high school. In November 1966, the family’s house caught fire! Mary was asked to live with her
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THE THERESA LYNNE BRUNKER STORY March 12, 1955, a beautiful baby girl named Teresa Lynne Brunker was a blessing to her family. The first-born Wichita, Kansas, girl was a farm girl at heart. Her family lived in the city, but her favorite childhood memory was playing on their 40-acre farm outside town. She and her youngest sister had horses, dogs, cats, and goats and loved farm life. Teresa was the oldest of 4 girls and two boys, ten years between herself and the youngest. Her dad worked the farm, and growing up as a young
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