
Veteran finds purpose by serving as military honor guard at 700 funerals
In addition to funerals, Tim takes part in parades throughout the county, and presents the colors at the Freeborn County Fair and demonstrations at local schools.

In addition to funerals, Tim takes part in parades throughout the county, and presents the colors at the Freeborn County Fair and demonstrations at local schools.

Volunteering at a medical specialty camp greatly influences a provider’s personal and professional perspective. They reported finding respite, value, meaning, and rediscovering joy.

The “grand dames” of their assisted living facility — Irene Rankin, 101, Daisy Taylor, 103, and Phyllis Cottrell, 103 — have experienced their share of triumphs and tragedies, but say they still enjoy life to the fullest.

We share our painful stories because we’re proud to have survived that challenge. Yet, we also hope that, by sharing our story, we can make the road a bit easier for others to travel.

Not only does Marcel have a heart for the homeless, by giving them ownership of property, he also provides them a new sense of responsibility within a community of people who understand their situation.

As we go through life, we encounter people and situations for which we were specifically created to influence and change. You were created to be the deflection point that alters the trajectory of someone’s life!

Be honest with yourself. How has God figuratively tapped you on the shoulder and offered an opportunity to do a very special thing, unique to you and fitted to your talents and desires?

Sue’s God-assignment was the perfect remedy for her depression. After stepping out on faith to pursue it, Sue received confirmation after confirmation, and a new joy began taking hold of her life.

Younger people often live for the weekend. Older workers live for retirement. But, retirees long to return to their youth and a time when their lives had purpose and meaning. What a vicious circle.