St. Ignatius Nursing & Rehab Center

12/01/2025

Mission Monday, December 1, 2025

There are moments in life that move us deeply and change us profoundly. We also have experiences that cut us to the core and leave their scars. Each encounter we have comes and goes in a heartbeat ~ most are rarely repeated but they undoubtedly leave an imprint on our hearts. They are surely our life’s breath. Let’s take time to simply breathe and enjoy life each day.

11/30/2025

The four gifts or themes of Advent are hope, peace, love, and joy. These virtues are associated with each of the four weeks of Advent, with a candle often lit each Sunday to represent the theme of that week, culminating in a celebration of joy for the final week before Christmas.

Hope: Represents the anticipation and longing for the arrival of Jesus.

Peace: Focuses on the peace that comes with Christ's birth and the call to be peacemakers.

Love: Celebrates the love God showed by sending his son and the love we are called to show others.

Joy: Marks the culmination of the Advent season, celebrating the imminent birth of Jesus as a source of happiness.

11/27/2025

11/24/2025

Mission Monday, November 24, 2025

The experiences of our past, both positive and hurtful, help to shape the person we become. We learn HOW to live and love as much as we learn how NOT to live and love. Discerning which circumstances lead us in a positive direction may not always be easy but for those who are serious about growth and seeking wholeness, that discernment is critically important. Discernment requires honesty, tremendous strength and deep faith. May the lessons learned, the graces gained, and yes, the grey hairs grown remind us of God’s goodness and fidelity to us in all we do and are.

11/17/2025

Mission Monday, November 17, 2025

“Are we there yet?” How many times have we either asked or heard this question? Human beings like things “now” ~ not when they are destined to be. Patience is definitely not something we practice well and yet we wait for most things in life. There are some things, however, that really can’t wait such as standing up for the truth ~ seeking and offering forgiveness ~ loving others. The list can really go on and on. Each moment is an opportunity to do something remarkable, small as it might be. No act of kindness is too small, however. Let us look for opportunities to do good without hesitation ~ ~ the time is right!!

11/13/2025

In a world where you can be anything, be kind.

11/10/2025

Mission Monday, November 10, 2025

This is a very tall order and yet incredibly essential especially in today’s society. Whether biological family ~ extended family ~ students ~ friends… the person we show others leaves an impression. Do they see the best of who we are ~ someone to emulate ~ someone who inspires ~ someone living the truth boldly? Walking the walk and talking the talk is nothing to be taken lightly. We know it isn’t embraced by all. We know, too, that the choices we make speak volumes about us. Let us live our lives that they may inspire others to be their best. May the “good” flow freely and move the hearts of many to do the same.

11/03/2025

Mission Monday, November 3, 2025

Speaking and living the truth is not always easy or accepted by others. If we don’t succumb to society’s ways and attitudes, we can be seen as an outcast or as someone to be avoided. Many stay silent and don’t engage in any confrontational conversation. They deny themselves the opportunity to live their truth ~ proclaim the truth ~ model the truth boldly and deliberately. This doesn’t mean shoving it in people’s faces ~ needing to be heard above the crowd ~ alienating others. We can live what we know to be true humbly + diligently + openly…. setting an example to inspire others to do the same.