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Reflections on Loss

February 23, 2024
by Tricia Osterholm
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Anxiety and grief

Losing a loved one can cause us to experience a variety of reactions, including emotional, mental and physical. Since grief is not often openly discussed, these reactions can be unexpected and confusing. One such reaction I experienced that was new … Continue reading →

December 31, 2018
by Tricia Osterholm
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Where Does My Help Come From

“I lift up my eyes to the mountains— where does my help come from? My help comes from the LORD, the Maker of heaven and earth. He will not let your foot slip— he who watches over you will not … Continue reading →

September 1, 2018
by Tricia Osterholm
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Peace of Mind & Heart

Jesus promises us peace. But our faith can be shaken when we are faced with devastating news, and peace suddenly seems unattainable. After the loss of a loved one, we can experience profound emptiness and loneliness that can be overwhelming. … Continue reading →

July 30, 2018
by Tricia Osterholm
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Rest for the Weary

How full is your calendar? Do you get anxious when you think about the upcoming week? Don’t overlook the importance of intentionally scheduling  time for rest and relaxation.  Time spent in rest may be considered a luxury, but in reality … Continue reading →

June 30, 2018
by Tricia Osterholm
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Our Strength

Distressful times will come. In those moments, we discover our own strength to be inadequate. Other people fail us, for we all have weaknesses. Death may separate us from our loved ones that we once relied on. We feel alone, … Continue reading →

February 26, 2018
by Tricia Osterholm
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Finding Simplicity

Lately I have been working towards simplifying my life by getting rid of unnecessary things. Now it is just the two of us left in this house and we find ourselves a bit overwhelmed by all of the stuff we … Continue reading →

November 1, 2017
by Tricia Osterholm
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Encourage One Another

Is there someone you know who has recently lost a loved one and is in need of encouragement? If you are hesitant to reach out because you are afraid of saying the wrong thing, I want to reassure you that … Continue reading →