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Life Style JANUARY 2026
ROYAL ATRIUM INN Life at Royal Atrium Inn A Message from Rick VandenBerg Drawing Closer to God in the New Year
Resolving to pray with intention, gratitude, and honesty allows us to align our will with God’s and invites His peace into our everyday moments. Even simple practices like beginning and ending each day with prayer can profoundly reshape the tone of our lives. Serving others is also a beautiful way to grow closer to God. Christ taught that when we extend kindness, compassion, and generosity, we serve Him. Volunteering, reaching out to someone in need, or offering encouragement might seem small, but each act reflects God’s love in the world and draws our hearts closer to His. Finally, resolving to forgive—both others and ourselves—opens space for God’s grace. Holding onto past hurts weighs down the spirit, but choosing forgiveness frees us to walk into the new year with renewed hope and healing. As we make our lists of goals and intentions, may we remember that the deepest fulfillment comes not from what we achieve but from who we become in Christ. By choosing resolutions that honor God, we invite Him to shape our year, our relationships, and our hearts. And with His guidance, the coming year can be one of spiritual renewal, growth, and lasting peace.
As the calendar turns and we step into a brand-new year, many of us feel inspired to set
resolutions that will shape our hearts, habits, and priorities. While common goals often revolve around health, organization, or personal improvement, the most meaningful resolutions are those that strengthen our relationship with God. When we intentionally seek Him, we begin the year with purpose, direction, and the assurance of His guiding presence. One powerful resolution is to commit to daily time with God. Whether through Scripture reading, devotionals, or quiet reflection, setting aside even ten minutes a day nurtures spiritual growth. Regular engagement with God’s Word reminds us of His promises, centers our thoughts, and prepares us to meet life’s challenges with faith instead of fear. Another transformative goal is cultivating a deeper prayer life. Prayer is more than a routine—it is a conversation with the One who knows us fully and loves us completely.
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January Life Enrichment Activities Mary Obrenovich Piano Program Friday, January 2nd 2:00 p.m. — Activity Room
Music with Dan & Rose Beukema Friday, January 23rd 2:00 p.m. — Activity Room
Piano program with Linda Friday, January 30th 2:00 p.m. — Activity Room
Catholic Communion Thursday, January 8th 1:30 p.m. — 2nd floor dining room Foot Care Clinic: First Floor Friday, January 9th 8:00 a.m. — Resident Rooms Give me that old time Religion Friday, January 16th 2:00 p.m. — Activity Room Foot Care Clinic: Second Floor Friday, January 16th 8:00 a.m. — resident rooms
At the Table On the Trail of Moose Tracks—from Activity Connection Moose Tracks is believed
to have first appeared around 1988 in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, likely at Jilbert Dairy in Marquette or another local shop in the area. The region is well known for its moose population. The name came from both the nearby miniature golf course called Moose Tracks and the real moose in the area. The name was meant to be lighthearted and easy to remember. And while it contains no moose and no actual tracks (thank goodness), Moose Tracks have definitely made a big mark in the world of frozen desserts. Next time you’re out shopping, be sure to pick up some Moose Tracks.
Catholic Communion Thursday, January 22nd 1:30 p.m. — 2nd floor dining room
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Chaplain’s Corner Happy New Year 2026, the new year has begun. Happy New Year! Perhaps you spend time wondering what this year
all these needs covered in abundance as He compares the needs of animals and nature that are gloriously met by His loving hand, with how He promises to care for us. How much more will He meet our needs! As we live into this new year lets concentrate on the beautiful kingdom of God, filled with His love for us that is found in His Word, the Bible. Forgiveness and mercy given by the life of Jesus, and the wonderful promise of a glorious life in eternity with God and those who have followed Jesus. The other things of this world, Jesus assures us, God has covered. May God’s strength, joy, peace, and hope fill you in 2026! A Gentle Reminder for the Year Ahead A new year doesn’t require having all the answers. It simply invites us to take the next faithful step. When the days feel uncertain or overwhelming, pause, breathe, and remember that you are not walking into 2026 alone. Each day is an opportunity to trust, to grow, and to rest in the promise that you are lovingly held— today and every day ahead.
holds for yourself, your family, your friends, your health, our nation, our world… The list could go
on and on. Honestly, it could be overwhelming to think and look too far ahead and wonder, what is going to happen? Jesus offers us words of instruction and comfort for the year ahead. “33 But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you” (Matthew 6:33 ESV). I like instructions that are clear about where to begin. Assembling a project or doing a craft always goes better when we are told how and where to begin. How much more with instruction for living our lives. Do this first, Jesus told the people in Matthew, seek God’s kingdom and His righteousness. Wonderful words of comfort follow, and all these things will be added to you. What are all the things Jesus is referring to? Jesus makes clear in earlier verses of Matthew 6 that we do not need to be anxious about our lives, what we eat, what we drink, and what we wear. God has
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Royal Atrium Inn Announcements
New Year's Fun Facts 1. The first Times Square New Year's party was thrown for a newspaper. The annual tradition of gathering in Times Square for New Year's started as a party to celebrate the opening of the New York Times building in 1904. Over 200,000 people attended. 2. Though the parties raged on, there wasn't a ball drop until 1907. Fireworks were previously used to welcome the new year but were banned because burning embers were falling on the crowd. 3. It's been a spectacle every year since, except during World War II. Wartime restrictions put the tradition on pause in 1942 and 1943. Times Square revelers observed a moment of silence at midnight instead. 4. Waterford comes up with a new ball pattern every year. The sphere is made up of 2,688 crystal triangles and has over 32,000 lights. It also displays over 16 million color patterns. 5. The confetti dropped in Times Square is holding secret messages. The confetti in Times Square has thousands of people's wishes written on them. In 2015, "wishfetti" became a part of the tradition. People write their wishes for the new year and submit them to the Wish Wall in Times Square (or online), and those wishes are turned into the approximately 3,000 lbs. of confetti that falls over the crowd at midnight.
Happy
Birthday
The Royal Atrium family extends its heartfelt birthday greetings to all of our residents who are celebrating in January!
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