Newton Community Matters 2019

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Commun ty Matters Newton Presbyterian Manor

January 2019

Moses is dead By Jerroll Martens, chaplain Newton Presbyterian Manor

“Moses, my servant, is dead …” Joshua 1:2 These words to Joshua spoke of a past and of a future similar to the idea of the New Year. Moses is dead. A simple and direct statement. It was not needed for information, for Joshua already knew he was dead. Rather it seems to mark that a leader and a time was gone, not to return. We also face this reality. The past year is gone, not to return. Perhaps we recall joys, sadness, failures, successes or regrets, but they are in the past. We must not dwell too long on its sorrows or even its joys but look to the future before us. And, we must be so thankful to a forgiving Lord who will forgive our sin and failure of the past, and allow us to go forward in a new year. Note the kind of person Moses was: a servant.Yes, he was perhaps the greatest of all human leaders, yet he was a servant who belonged to God. Jesus reminded us that to be great is to be a servant. The next words to Joshua were “Arise, go …” There was work to MOSES, continued on page 2

Newton’s Wellness Center was featured in a photo shoot earlier this year. Alex Ramos, Wellness Center director, posed with models to demonstrate how he works with residents to meet their fitness goals.

Tips for a healthy, active new year Is getting healthier or becoming more active at the top of your New Year’s resolutions? If so, the community’s Wellness Center has the programs, resources and expertise to get you where you want to be in 2019. “Winter is a great time to restart or start a wellness routine, not only by coming to the classes we offer here on campus but by making time for yourself—walking the halls, working out on your own time or scheduling an appointment with me,” said Alex Ramos, Wellness Center director. While it may be tempting to jump headfirst into a new exercise program while your motivation is at its peak, it’s important for people of all ages to get a fitness screening to tailor workouts to meet specific needs and abilities while preventing potential setbacks. “Getting pre-screened before you start an exercise routine is always in your best interest,” said Alex. “It provides good baseline measurements to track our progress throughout the year. If there are any health ailments I need to be aware of, we would also recommend getting a doctor’s release before you start.” TIPS, continued on page 5


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