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JULY 2024
ROYAL PARK PLACE
Life at Royal Park Place A Message from Jeff Weeds!
lawn that I may not have seen. This is one of the blessings of Royal Park Place/Royal Atrium Inn – good neighbors to help you keep your lawn healthy! • Third: applying weed killer two or three times a year will not keep weeds out of my lawn. I’ve learned that it’s best to eliminate the weed as soon as I notice it. Unless I’m making regular passes through my lawn with weed killer, the weeds will soon be out of control. The Bible warns us about “giving the devil a foothold”, but it could also read, don’t let the weed take root and spread. If you talk to any lawn care company they will tell you that the best way to keep a lawn free from weeds is to keep it healthy — water it regularly, feed it regularly, and be diligent about removing weeds. Sounds Biblical to me 😊!
Recently I applied summer fertilizer and weed killer to my lawn. I was reminded how pesky, tenacious, and downright evil weeds can be! No matter how hard I try, I can’t seem to get rid of them. I think the Holy Spirit
used my walk behind my EZ Spreader to help me see the similarity between weeds in my lawn and sin in my life. • First: weeds seem to grow and spread anywhere and under any circumstance. Whether it’s hot or cold, wet or dry, sunny or shady, weeds pop up. The same is true of sin. Whether young or old, alone or with others, on a spiritual high or spiritual low, sin can show up. • Second: even healthy lawns are susceptible to weeds, especially if the neighbors’ lawns are full of weeds. This is a good reminder to surround myself with people whose “weeds” won’t spill into my life. If they’re really good friends, they’ll even point out “weeds” in my
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Life Enrichment Activities for July Full Breakfast Monday, July 1st 7:45 a.m. — Dining Room Music with Fred Walker Thursday, July 11th 6:30pm — Kings Room
Conference Grounds Outing: The Craguns Saturday, July 20th 4:30 p.m. Bus Departure
Card Making with Karen Monday, July 1st 1:00 p.m. — Queens Room Food Talks Monday, July 1st 2:00 p.m. — Kings Room Patriotic Music with Marty Miller Monday, July 1st 6:30 p.m. — Dining Room Love offering appreciated Ice Cream Social with Imagination Station Wednesday, July 3rd 2:00 p.m. — on the deck at RPP Hope Heralds Men’s Choir Tuesday, July 9th 7:00 p.m. — Dining Room Love offering appreciated Wii Bowling Tournament Thursday, July 11th 3:00 p.m. — Kings Room
Wii Bowling Tournament Friday, July 12th 3:00 p.m. — Kings Room Conference Grounds: The Kings Brass Saturday, July 13th 4:30 p.m. Bus Departure Grace Gospel Band Monday, July 15th 6:30 p.m. — Kings Room Love offering appreciated Outing to Lawrence Park: Sounds of Summer Tuesday, July 16th 5:30 p.m. Bus Departure How Personality is Revealed in Handwriting: by George F. Jacob, Ph.D., CGA Wednesday, July 17th 6:30 p.m.
A Guide to Voting in 2024 with Representative Slagh Monday, July 22nd 2:00 p.m. — Kings Room Resident Input Meeting Tuesday, July 23rd 4:00 p.m. — Kings Room RPP Birthday Celebration with the Eno Trio Thursday, July 25th 6:30 p.m. — Kings Room Annual Fishing Derby!! Saturday, July 27th 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Deck off the Dining Room at RPP Outing to Lawrence Park: Sounds of Summer Tuesday, July 30th 5:30 p.m. Bus Departure
Critter Barn Special Presentation Friday, July 19th 3:00 p.m. — Kings Room
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Knit and Chat with Amy Thursday, July 18th
7:00 p.m. in the Sunroom The third Thursday monthly
at 7pm in the sunroom by the Atrium upstairs. Thank you Amy!
Do you love the Whitecaps but weren’t able to attend our outing? The following games are half-off all stadium seats if you are 50 years old or better! You can order tickets online or by calling the Whitecaps. Transportation will not be provided; we just wanted to share the good deals! y Wednesday, July 3rd: 7:05 p.m. y Wednesday, July 24th: 12:05 p.m. y Wednesday, Aug 7th: 6:35 p.m. y Wednesday, Aug 21st: 6:35 p.m. y Wednesday, Sept 4th: 6:35 p.m.
Fishing Family Fun Saturday, July 27 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
We are fishing right off the deck by the RPP Dining Room! No permit required, no jumping in! Invite your kids! Prizes won! Laughs to be had! Bring your own or use one of our old school cane poles. Bait will be furnished. This event has been held every year for a couple decades! Boy, could I tell you some fish stories! Let’s have fun!
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Chaplain’s Corner
WHAT KIND OF PEOPLE DOES GOD USE TO ACCOMPLISH HIS WORK? Far from the children’s tales depicted in picture books and nursery rhymes, the men and women highlighted in the Bible were unnervingly real. Scripture does not hide their weaknesses, caricature their strengths, or spin their stories as a display of human nobility. Instead, it describes these heroes of the faith with unflinching honesty and delivers an unexpected ending: “God is not ashamed to be called their God” (Hebrews 11:16) . In Twelve Unlikely Heroes, pastor and best-selling author John MacArthur, uses his deep knowledge of the Bible and history to take us back to see these three-dimensional men and women in their own times and cultures. In doing so,it becomes clear how their dramatic stories apply to us today. People who might at first seem foreign quickly become familiar and unforgettable— particularly as they reveal the true Hero behind
Throughout the summer months, during our Tuesday afternoon Bible Study Fellowship time at RPP and RAI, Chaplain Doug and Chaplain Mary will be exploring the lives of Twelve Unlikely Heroes , and sharing insight as to how their lives can relate to us today. This book examines men and women who, in spite of their shortcomings and inadequacies, played pivotal roles in God’s kingdom. When God picked Twelve Unlikely Heroes , they were just simple, ordinary people; they faltered, they struggled, and at times, they fell short. Yet God worked through them in surprising and incredible ways to accomplish His purposes as He puts His special touch on them to make them Heroes for His Kingdom. We will look at the lives of Joseph, Miriam, Samson, Esther, Mark, Onesimus, and others to show how God’s power and love is revealed in the lives of the humble and obedient. God continues to advance His Kingdom by working through the lives of the humble and obedient, each of us , every single day! Join us!
every witness, the power counterbalancing every weakness, “the Author and Finisher of our faith” (Hebrews 12:1) .
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Sunday Evening Worship Committee
The Committee decided to continue supporting the three missions we’ve been sending money to each month: Parkview Home, Harvest Stand, and The Bridge. We’ve also added Compassionate Heart Ministries, as funds are available. We sent them each $100 this month,
Located on Main Avenue in Zeeland, The Bridge provides a wide variety of programs for middle and high school students, all focused on building positive relationships, improving social, academic, and mental health outcomes, and connecting more fully to our community. Students visit us here at RPP twice a month during the school year to build positive relationships with older adults.
leaving a balance on hand of $223. • Compassionate Heart Ministries
Located just down the street from us on Royal Park Drive, their mission is to build inclusive relationships in Christ for families and individuals with mild to moderate disabilities. It was founded in 2006 by Donna Bunce, the mother of a cognitively impaired and mildly autistic teen, who struggled with the lack of friendships, relationships, and social opportunities. Since that time, hundreds of families with children (ages 14-45) with mild to moderate disabilities have found a home and a family of support at Compassionate Heart Ministries! Showing God’s love and encouraging spiritual growth are two of Compassionate Heart’s values and goals. • The Bridge Youth Center Their mission is to provide a place where kids are safe, loved, and valued, surrounded by caring community members who introduce them to Christ’s love in everything they do. Their aim is to have middle and high school students become engaged and invested members of our community.
Pastors for June, 2024: y July 7: Mark Timmer Pianist: Thelma Hoekman y July 14: Harlan VandeEinde Pianist: Julie Disselkoen y July 21: Tom Pettinga Pianist: Ellen Klynstra y July 28: John Aukema Pianist: Judy Timmer
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Let’s Stay Fit this Summer!!
Sit & Stretch with Carrie Tuesdays at 9:00 a.m. — Café
Arthritis Ability with Sara Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m. — King’s Room This seated class will help hold arthritis at bay through education, exercise, and lifestyle management. Improve stamina, joint mobility, and overall function with the goal of decreasing pain. Joint range of motion exercises will help increase flexibility and endurance. Resistance bands may be used.
Even if exercise has never appealed to you before, please check out one of our classes this July! There is something for everyone and we hope to see you all there!
Game Fitness with Carrie Thursdays at 9:00 a.m. in the Café
Balance and Core Boosters with Sara Mondays at 10:00 a.m. — King’s Room This entry-level class is designed to improve balance through better body awareness, posture, and lower body strength. We will also strengthen the muscles in the body’s trunk to help your hips, abdomen, and pelvis support your spine, improve your balance and stability, and maintain your stamina. Seated and standing exercises target specific core muscles to improve posture and function. Gain confidence for daily living as well through drills and movements designed to safely improve overall mobility and movement to prevent injuries and reduce the risk of falls.
Step It Up with the Rise Therapy team Fridays at 9:00 a.m.
This cardio walking workout will strengthen your heart and cardiovascular system all while building strength! Every resident is encouraged to work at their own pace, all with the guidance of our therapy team to help guide you with any modifications that might assist you in the class. We encourage you to try this class out and meet some new friends on the journey to a healthier you!!
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Royal Park Place Announcements
Thank you from Betty Newhouse Thank you to everyone who came to my open house to make
Macatawa Full-Service Banking Due to the holiday, Macatawa full-service banking will be the second and third Wednesday this month at 9am in the front left office. Mark your calendars:
it a success! Thank you for all of the cards and birthday wishes!
• Wednesday, July 10th • Wednesday, July 17th
Thank You! Robert Boehm would like to send a special thank to Karen Ensing for the wonderful shirt! It will be the perfect attire to celebrate the Fourth of July!
Comprehensive Hearing Clinic Wednesday, July 17th 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Atrium Mezzanine
WeCare Connect Survey Please watch for your WeCare Connect customer satisfaction survey via email, text, or phone. We are grateful you chose Royal Park Place and we wish to ensure your satisfaction so we need to hear from you.
Alterations by Marva If you need any alternations, call RPP’s own Marva Van Dyke to schedule an appointment: (616) 901-5557.
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4th of July Fun Facts y When the Declaration of Independence was signed in 1776, 2.5 million people lived in the U.S. Now ,248 years later, an estimated 334.9 million people live in the U.S.. y August 2, 1776 is when most of signers formally signed the Declaration. y Massachusetts was the first state to declare Independence Day a holiday in 1781. The Fourth of July wasn’t declared a federal holiday until 1938. y The only member of the Continental Congress to formally sign the Declaration of Independence on July 4th, 1776 was John Hancock. y Dating back to 1785, Bristol, Rhode Island is home to the world’s oldest Independence Day celebration. y In 1804, the White House hosted its first Fourth of July celebration. y John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, and James Monroe were all United States Presidents who died on the Fourth of July. y More than 14,000 firework displays are put on across the country on July Fourth with Macy’s Fourth of July Fireworks Display being the largest in the U.S.. y Americans consume 150 million hot dogs and spend $1 billion on fireworks for the Fourth of July annually.
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At the Table July is Blueberry Month, sponsored by the Blueberry Council! Heart-healthy blueberries are just 80 calories per cup, a good source of Vitamin C, and contain a variety of vitamins and minerals. 21,000 Michigan acres are dedicated to blueberries, with each acre
yielding about 5,000 blueberries! So don’t forget to add some fresh blueberries to your shopping list this month!
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