Baruch Senior Ministries

01/02/2026

“Then I saw a new heaven and a new earth, for the first heaven and the first earth had passed away, and the sea was no more. And I saw the holy city, new Jerusalem, coming down out of heaven from God, prepared as a bride adorned for her husband. And I heard a loud […]

01/01/2026

Blessings to you in the New Year from Baruch Senior Ministries!

12/26/2025

"The Humble Christ" - A Devotional by Chaplain Jeff Meyers

She gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn. (Luke 2:7 NIV)

This well-known verse from the Christmas story is a real lesson in humility. The omnipotent, omnipresent Lord of the universe appeared as a baby, crying the cry of life, probably weighing less than ten pounds and measuring fewer than twenty-four inches in length. This amazing event is simply described as “she gave birth to her firstborn.” Jesus willingly left the halls of heaven to come to earth as an infant child.

Mary treated Jesus the way any mother would treat a newborn baby. She wrapped Him in swaddling cloths. Mary and Joseph cared for Jesus like any other beloved child. That’s the way we are to treat one another, too. We are to care for each other just as if we are neighbors. We don’t look down upon our neighbor and elevate ourselves. We don’t elevate our neighbor and look down upon ourselves. We wrap ourselves with humility and treat one another just the way we would want to be treated.

Mary laid the baby in a manger. This was a simple feeding trough for animals. When Christ entered the world, He came to a place that had some of the smelliest, filthiest, and most uncomfortable conditions. This is the wonder of Divine grace. Jesus humbled Himself to be born a baby that would grow up to die on a cross as a substitute for human sin. On the cross He would carry some of the smelliest, filthiest, and most uncomfortable conditions of human existence. He did this out of humility. He did so because He so loved the world. Let us humbly love.

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12/25/2025

May you experience the joy of Christmas, the hope of the Savior, and the peace of Christ's love this season!

"And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace." - Isaiah 9:6

12/19/2025

"Blessed & Approved" - A Devotional by Chaplain Joan Cornelison

Blessed is a man who perseveres under trial; for once he has been approved, he will receive the crown of life. (James 1:12 NIV)

“All sunshine makes for a desert” (Arab Proverb). Have you ever thought of life this way? That too much of anything, even a good thing, may not necessarily be beneficial for anyone? It is natural to want things to go our way all the time, but we must admit that life does not always work like that. Real life is much more complex. Sometimes tough times come. Relationships are damaged. Financial worries plague us. Change interrupts our best laid plans. These challenges are good when they help us develop healthy coping skills.

Concerning trials, Jesus says, “In this world, you will have trouble” (John 16:33a), and then He adds, “Take heart. I have overcome the world” (John 16:33b). Jesus reminds us that He has already won our battles. By trusting Him and leaning on Him, by believing in His promises for us, and by persevering in His truth, we will get through any trial and achieve the crown of eternal life. These times of testing serve to mature our faith.

Therefore, consider yourself blessed as you go through trials. It is in these seasons that your faith is nurtured and shaped by God himself. God’s Word assures us that once proved, your harvest will ripen, and your reward will be waiting. What a wonderful promise for anyone going through unexpected hardship right now. Your reward for obeying God is the crown of life. Every trial eventually ends. My prayer for you is that you will persevere and let God give you His strength for the journey as He shapes you into the person you are meant to be.

12/15/2025

Our Christmas festivities continue! Our residents and staff are having a blast with their community's Christmas events and parties! Thank you to all our staff who make this Christmas season so special for our residents!

12/12/2025

"From 'Blah' to Blessing" - A Devotional by Chaplain Joan Cornelison

I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. (Philippians 4:13 NIV)

Have you ever experienced Monday morning blues? These are days when crushing fatigue, dreariness, or mental fog leave us wondering if we are ever going to make it. Sometimes this feeling can become the theme of our lives. We glance in the mirror and all we can see is ‘small, wretched me,’ rather than the masterpiece God created.

In this age of relativity, meaning is often determined by personal context: How I feel, what I think and so on. Paul reminds us that we can do all things through Christ who gives us strength, even on a foggy Monday morning. His starting points are not personal feelings or personal ability. Paul’s starting point is God’s Word and God’s ability. He reminds us to have confidence in the Lordship of Jesus Christ over our lives. He testifies that no matter how he “feels,” he can trust in Christ’s strength in every life situation. If Paul can do this, so can we. Yes, we can do all things through Christ who strengthens us.

How are you feeling today, about your life, marriage, parenting, work, finances, the future, and so on? What does God’s Word say about your situation? Consider this, despite their “blahs,’ the likes of Paul, Abraham, Moses, David, and Sarah achieved great things and experienced miracles through God’s Word, and you can too. Put your trust in His Word no matter how impossible your situation may appear and watch Him turn your ‘blah’ into a blessing. To quote someone else, “Let your test be your testimony.” Yes, it is true, you can do all things through Christ who strengthens you. May His grace be sufficient for you today and every day and may His Word fill your heart with abundant faith, assurance, blessing, and peace.

12/10/2025

Staying warm on these cold, snowy days with some fun, festive activities!

12/05/2025

"Thriving in God's Presence" - A Devotional by Chaplain Val VandeHaar

God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. (Psalm 46:1 NIV)

This is a familiar verse. We have spoken it, heard it, and read it in the Bible. God is our refuge, and He is strong. But what does this mean that God is our very present help. We find in Genesis 3, that God was in the Garden with Adam and Eve when they sinned. In Exodus 40:34 we read that “the cloud covered the tent of meeting, and the glory of the Lord filled the tabernacle.” Leviticus 9:23-24 tells us that “Moses and Aaron then went into the tent of meeting. When they came out, they blessed the people; and the glory of the Lord appeared to all the people. Fire came out from the presence of the Lord and consumed the burnt offering and the fat portions on the altar. And when all the people saw it, they shouted for joy and fell facedown." In these scriptures we see God’s presence in disobedience, in His glory, and in fire!

The Spirit of God is the presence of God bringing refuge and strength to the people of God. Matthew 18:20 reads, “For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there I am in the midst of them” and Hebrews 13:5 reads, “I will never leave you nor forsake you."

God was physically present among His twelve disciples as they were fishing for fish and for humankind, preaching God’s love, healing the sick, and casting out demons. God’s Presence was with them when Jesus broke bread with tax collectors and walked on water. In the Garden of Gethsemane, God’s Presence was among the Roman soldiers as they arrested Jesus.

We may not see Jesus physically, yet His presence is very real. Are you looking for His presence? He is with you.

12/02/2025

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12/02/2025

Celebrate Giving Tuesday this year with a tax-deductible donation to Baruch Senior Ministries' Lifetime Promise! The Lifetime Promise fund ensures that our residents will never be asked to leave due to personal financial circumstances. When they choose a Baruch community, they have chosen a home for a lifetime. Simply scan the QR code or click the link below to donate. Thank you for your consideration and support!

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