Commun ty Matters Newton Presbyterian Manor
Chaplain’s corner: The Word was made flesh By Jerroll Martens, Newton Presbyterian Manor chaplain
The wonder and awe of the incarnation should never be lost as we think of Christmas. How and why would the eternal God, creator of the universe, come to live with mankind? John 1:14 says he came to dwell, or pitch his tent, with us. This gospel reminds us that it was God who came on that first Christmas morning. Jesus would tell Thomas, “He who hath seen me has seen the Father.” Many years after Jesus died, the aged apostle John recounted his experience of hearing Jesus, seeing CHAPLAIN, continued on page 4
December 2016
New bus surprises all A brand-new 12-passenger bus was delivered to Newton Presbyterian Manor recently, much to the surprise of the entire campus. Only a few were in on the secret project’s timeline, which has been wished for and planned for several years. “The bus has been on our wish list for years, but it took the generosity of several families who remembered us in their estate planning to make it happen,” said Marc Kessinger, executive director. “We are so grateful.” The custom-built bus was created by El Dorado Bus of Salina. Already, the number of residents participating in day trips and off-campus travel has increased as the ride is more convenient and comfortable. “We now have a smoother ride with better climate control and storage, and nothing is held together with duct tape!” Marc said. “It’s a better reflection of our mission to provide quality senior services guided by Christian values.”