“That’s my story.”

Most weeks in the Memory Center, we share a story from Out of the Box. In March, I shared a story called “The Cape ” In the story, a person, wearing a beautiful cape, liked to talk with others The person’s words were kind and thoughtful and everyone liked to talk to that person. I thought the group of residents would focus on the kind and thoughtful person. But they noticed the one figure in the story who stood alone

“I think he is lonely,” said one resident. He added a figure with raised arms “so he can cheer the lonely person up ” Later he added an orange semicircle for “the things they have found in common.” After several minutes, he thought the two people “needed to do some activities together ” Finally, he added three blue dots because “they need to have something to look forward to, something that brings joy ”

“That’s my story!” A resident shared how difficult it had been for her as she had moved into her new home before her husband joined her “I was really lonely ” One day, she introduced herself to the neighbor, who told her that she was happy that she was there. “It’s important to tell people that you like them being there ” The neighbor also said that she would help her. “It’s good to offer help ” When her husband arrived, he met the neighbor and said, “I knew that my wife would introduce herself to others.”

Sharing stories is an important part of loving others. Our residents know this.

On Easter Day, many of us sing triumphal hymns such as “Jesus Christ is risen today!” Easter Day, however, started with the loneliness of his disciples They missed Jesus They were fearful, sad, and uncertain about their future.

Jesus knew what our residents know. He was that compassionate friend who came to them and introduced himself by his wounds He reminded them of the things they held in common, like sharing bread and wine His words and actions told them that he loved them. He offered them continual help through the gift of the Holy Spirit That is the joyful gospel story we still tell.

My prayer is that we can also say, “That’s my story!”

Saint Simeon's Foundation Hosts Easter Egg Hunt for Resident and Staff Families

On April 8th the Saint Simeon's Foundation is hosting an Easter Egg Hunt for Resident and Staff Families. Lisa Gray and Angela Davis worked to fill cute donated bags with goodies donated by the Davis Family.

The day will include coffee and donuts donated by Christ Church Tulsa and a visit from the Easter Bunny! Trinity Episcopal Church is filling and donating the Easter eggs and volunteers from St. Aiden's will help hide the eggs.

The event will be held in Eckel Park. We are excited to host this event on campus and grateful to everyone who has contributed to making this a great event!