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Life at Royal Atrium Inn A Message from Rick VandenBerg
One of the most meaningful ways to pray for members of the military is to lift up their safety, courage, and peace of mind. Service members often operate in dangerous and unpredictable conditions, far from family and familiar surroundings. Praying for their physical protection, emotional resilience, and moral clarity can help focus our concern on the real human beings behind the uniforms. We can also pray for their families, who carry the quiet burden of separation, worry, and sacrifice while their loved ones serve. Another important focus of prayer is healing and comfort. War affects not only those on the battlefield but also those who return home with visible and invisible wounds. Praying for healing, support, and compassionate care for veterans can remind communities of their responsibility to welcome them home with gratitude and understanding. Prayer can also extend to civilians caught in conflict, asking for peace, protection, and the restoration of stability where violence has disrupted everyday life. Supporting the military goes beyond prayer as well. Communities can write letters of encouragement, support military families, donate to reputable organizations that
Prayers for Those Serving in the Military and Our Country’s Leaders In times of war, when uncertainty and tension weigh heavily on nations, many people turn to prayer and compassionate action as ways to support those serving in the military and the leaders responsible for guiding the country. Prayer can be a powerful expression of care, unity, and hope, reminding us that even when events feel far beyond our control, we can still stand in solidarity with those who bear heavy responsibilities.
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assist veterans, and foster environments where service members feel valued and respected. Small acts of kindness—checking in on a neighbor whose spouse is deployed, volunteering with veteran support groups, or participating in community events honoring service—can make a meaningful difference. Prayer is also vital for national leaders who face the weighty task of making decisions that affect millions of lives. Governing during times of conflict requires wisdom, humility, discernment, and a deep commitment to the common good. Praying for leaders can be a way of asking that they act with clarity of mind, integrity of heart, and a sincere desire for justice and peace. It is also an opportunity to pray that decisions are guided not by fear or pride but by thoughtful judgment and compassion. Ultimately, prayer and support during times of war are expressions of shared responsibility. While few people directly influence military strategy or national policy, everyone can contribute to a culture of care, reflection, and hope. By praying faithfully and supporting those who serve, citizens affirm the value of courage, sacrifice, and wise leadership—even in the most challenging of times.
Ways to Offer Support Even from right here at Royal Atrium Inn, there are thoughtful ways to show care and encouragement to those who serve our country and the families who support them. A kind note or card can go a long way. Many organizations help deliver messages of appreciation to active service members and veterans, reminding them they are remembered and valued. If writing isn’t your preference, simply taking a moment to keep them in your thoughts or prayers is just as meaningful. Closer to home, support can be as simple as connection. Many veterans and military families live in our surrounding communities. A warm smile, a friendly conversation, or a moment of listening can brighten someone’s day more than you might expect. You might also consider participating in community efforts that support veterans— whether that’s contributing to a collection drive, attending a local event, or joining others in a shared act of kindness. Above all, it’s the small, heartfelt gestures that matter most. A spirit of compassion, gratitude, and care helps create a stronger, more connected community for everyone. Even the simplest act can be a reminder that no one is forgotten.
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9:30 Sit & Stretch 10:00 Ring Toss 11:30 Lunch 2:00 Balance Class 5:00 Dinner 6:00 Bible Study w/John H. 9:30 Sit & Stretch 10:00 Yard Darts 11:00 Lunch Outing--Vitale 11:30 Lunch 1:00 Dollar Tree 2:00 Balance Class 5:00 Dinner 6:00 Bible Study w/John H. 9:30 Sit & Stretch 10:00 Washer Toss 11:00 Lunch--Murphy's 11:30 Devotions 2:00 Balance Class 5:00 Devotions 6:00 Bible Study w/John H. 9:30 Sit & Stretch 10:00 Ring Toss 11:30/12:00 Lunch/Devotions 2:00 Balance Class 4:30/5:00 Dinner/Devotions 6:00 Bible Study w/John H. All Fools' Day Passover Begins Wednesday
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9:30 Sit & Stretch 10:00 Memory Match 11:30 Devotions 2:00 Visit a Neighbor 5:00 Devotions Saturday
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9:30 Sit & Stretch 10:00 Bean Bag Toss 11:30/12:00
Lunch/Devotions 2pm Good Friday Communion Service 4:30/5:00 Dinner/Devotions
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9:30 Sit & Stretch 10:00 Golf 11:30 Devotions 2:00 Bingo 5:00 Devotions 6:00 Hymn Sing w/John H.
9:30 Sit & Stretch 10:00 Craft 11:30 Devotions 2:00 Movie: Scenes Across the Land--MN,
9:30 Sit & Stretch 10:00 Brain Teasers 11:30 Devotions 2:00 Bingo 5:00 Devotions
9:30 Sit & Stretch 10:00 Memory Match 11:30 Devotions 2:00 Visit a Neighbor 5:00 Devotions
9:30 Sit & Stretch 10:00 Hi Bol 11:30 Devotions 2:00 Bible Fellowship 2:00 Skipbo 3:00 Donuts w/Rick 5:00 Devotions
9:30am Drenthe CRC livestream on channel 21
2pm Sunday Service in the Activity Room: Jim/Victoria Chapin, Do Life 2 the Full Ministries
AZ, CA, OR, NM 5:00 Devotions
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9:30 Sit & Stretch 10:00 Brain Teasers 11:30 Devotions 2:00 Bingo 5:00 Devotions
9:30 Sit & Stretch 10:00 Memory Match 11:30 Devotions 2:00 Visit a Neighbor 5:00 Devotions
9:30 Sit & Stretch 10:00 Sjoelbak 11:30 Devotions 2:00 Bingo/Skipbo 3:00 Donuts w/Rick 5:00 Devotions
9:30 Sit & Stretch 10:00 Ladder Ball 11:30 Devotions 2:00 Bingo 5:00 Devotions 6:00 Hymn Sing w/John H.
9:30am Drenthe CRC livestream on channel 21 2pm Sunday Service in the Activity Room: Ken Kleinheksel, Overisel Reformed
9:30 Sit & Stretch 10:00 Monthly Birthday Party 11:30 Devotions 2:00 Linda's Piano Program 5:00 Devotions 9:30 Sit & Stretch 10:00 Bucket Bonanza 11:30 Devotions 2:00 Nancy B "Boomers Become Teenagers" 5:00 Devotions
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9:30 Sit & Stretch 10:00 Brain Teasers 11:30 Devotions 2:00 Bingo 5:00 Devotions
9:30 Sit & Stretch 10:00 Name that Tune 11:30 Devotions 2:00 Bingo 5:00 Devotions 6:00 Hymn Sing w/John H.
9:30 Sit & Stretch 10:00 Memory Match 11:30 Devotions 2:00 Visit a Neighbor 5:00 Devotions
9:30 Sit & Stretch 10:00 Bounce Baseball 11:30 Devotions 2:00 Bible Fellowship 2:00 Skipbo 5:00 Devotions
9:30am Drenthe CRC livestream on channel 21 2pm Sunday Service in the Activity Room: Doug Hoeve
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9:30 Sit & Stretch 10:00 Bowling 11:30 Devotions 2:00 Bible Fellowship 2:00 Skipbo 3:00 Donuts with Rick 5:00 Devotions
9:30am Drenthe CRC livestream on channel 21 2pm Sunday Service in the Activity Room: Mary Dewitt, Harderwyk Ministries
9:30 Sit & Stretch 10:00 Brain Teasers 11:30 Devotions 2:00 Bingo 5:00 Devotions
9:30 Sit & Stretch 10:00 Trivia 11:30 Devotions 2:00 Bingo 5:00 Devotions 6:00 Hymn Sing w/John H.
9:30 Sit & Stretch 10:00 Ring Toss 11:30 Lunch 2:00 Balance Class 5:00 Dinner 6:00 Bible Study w/John H.
Calendar Subject to Change
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Chaplain’s Corner God Meant It For Good
Patrick returned to Ireland and started his first church in 432 in a barn. He ministered to the people and, at times, longed to return to his native home. The Holy Spirit laid on his heart that he was in the right place and needed to remain in Ireland, for there was much work to be done. Patrick and his followers followed the example of Jesus’ disciples. They went from place to place, preaching the gospel, baptizing believers, forming churches, and training leaders. Patrick wrote that he baptized many thousands of believers and ordained hundreds of priests. As I reread this story, I was reminded of how Patrick’s life reflects the lives of many figures in the Bible and, of course, the story of our Savior Jesus. The hardships Jesus endured in His lifetime, including separation from His heavenly Father, the challenges of His ministry, bringing the gospel to the people, training His disciples, and His ultimate suffering and death, were all intended by God for good. For the good of those who need to hear and believe the message of Jesus’ sacrificial death so that our sins may be paid for. As the celebration and remembrance take place on March 17 in honor of St. Patrick, let us also remember with humility during this season of Lent and prepare to celebrate the gift of our resurrected Savior Jesus on Easter. Jesus was born to live a perfect life so that our sins could be placed upon Him to satisfy the punishment we deserve from God. Jesus’ sacrifice was meant by God for good, our good. Thank you, Jesus!
March 17 is recognized as the day of St. Patrick’s death after a life spent responding to God’s call to evangelize the island of Ireland. Patrick was
born in Roman Britain, as it was known during his lifetime, and was a Roman citizen. The Roman Empire at that time extended into the area where Patrick was born. Patrick’s family was Christian. His father was a town official and a church deacon, and his grandfather was a priest in the Christian faith. At the age of 16, Patrick was captured by Irish raiders who took him to Ireland and sold him as a slave. This was not uncommon; thousands of others over the years faced the same experience. Patrick became a shepherd and watched over flocks in Ireland. He wrote in his autobiographical account that he prayed many times a day, his faith and love for God increased, and he sensed the Holy Spirit at work. After six years, he escaped and made his way 200 miles to the ocean, where he secured passage back to Britain. After some time, he reunited with his family but later had a vision of a man begging him to return to Ireland and bring the gospel. He spent 15 years training as a deacon and priest, after which he was ordained as a missionary bishop to pastor the Christians already in Ireland and to evangelize those who had not yet heard the gospel.
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At the Table: Ketchup used to be medicine. In the 1800s, ketchup
A Prayer for Easter Father, Help us to embrace and enjoy the life you’ve given us to live. We are not accidentally here on earth! Each day we awake to breathe, you faithfully meet us with purpose. We lift our anxiety and worry to you, today, as we seek to embrace your peace and promises. We confess our tendency to condemn, criticize, and compare instead of embracing the peace and blessings you have showered over our lives. During trying seasons and relatively easy days, help us to see and remember you in all situations. We never know what our world is going to throw at us, but you do. You never change. Holy Spirit, faithfully nudge and reminds us that we are children of God, freed from the chains of sin by Christ’s sacrifice on the cross, and resurrection and assertion to heaven where He is seated by the Father. Bless our minds to remember and embrace the freedom, hope, joy, and
was thought to be the cure for a variety of ailments, including indigestion and diarrhea. Is there any truth to this? Well, kind of. Ketchup was originally tomato-free and was made from fermented fish in Ancient China. It was used to add a rich, salty, and savory flavor to dishes. In the 1830s, Dr. John Cook Bennet was the first to add tomatoes to this condiment. He claimed that tomatoes, previously limited in American diets, actually had many health benefits. This claim took off, and soon there were many varieties of tomato products and ketchup on the market claiming to be a cure-all. Eventually, the craze died out when many turned out not to contain tomato compounds at all.
Today, we know Dr. Bennett was on to something. Tomatoes are rich in antioxidants such as lycopene and
peace we have in Christ. In Jesus’ Name, Amen
vitamin C, which are helpful for reducing inflammation and promoting heart health. That being said, isolating these compounds is complicated and not likely to have the same impact as eating a variety of whole, nutrient-dense foods.
Source: Avancecare.com/10-fun-food-facts
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