Wednesday, April 22, 2009
Jim's View
We had a wonderful time with the American Occupational Therapists (AOTA) in Houston. Even though the attendance was down, we received a very good response. Many therapists were delighted to hear about the free Audio Bibles we can provide for their handicapped patients. One therapist told us that our booth was the best one at the conference, and that what we provided would help people more than anything else.
One woman who is associated with Recordings for the Blind told us that people they serve often asked if they recorded the Bible. She said she would tell them, "No, Aurora Ministries/Audio Bibles for the Blind does it much better than we could." We often get referrals from them.
Dr. and Mrs. Musser represented Aurora Ministries/Audio Bibles for the Blind at the American Geriatrics' Society's Conference in Chicago, and were well received Dr. Musser, a retired physician, and his wife Marian have a special place in their heart for those who are visually impaired and print handicapped. We are blessed to have them as part of the team.
We had a very successful Aurora Ministries board of directors meeting in Bradenton last Wednesday. Our board is made up of members from Ohio, Indiana, California, Washington, North Carolina, and Florida. We are blessed to have a board who has a heart for ministering to the visually impaired and print handicapped and are continually looking for ways we can better serve them.
Recipients
We sent an Audio Bible to an eighty-two year old woman in Texas. One of her friends called our office and said this lady listens to her Audio Bible as much as 6 hours a day. She has listened to the entire Bible in two months. She starts with Genesis and when she finishes Revelation, she begins at Genesis again.
We received a message from someone who said they cried when they received their Audio Bible, knowing that even though being unable to read, they could now hear God's Word.
I am continually reminded of just how important our ministry partners are in helping us get Audio Bibles to people like the 82 year old lady who spends much of her day listening to God's Word, and the person who was brought to joyful tears when listening to the Audio Bible. We can never thank you enough for your prayers and financial contributions.
I encourage you to read our latest Story of the Month by clicking on"Story of the Month" found on the right hand column of our home page.
That is how I see it.
Until next time,
Jim
One woman who is associated with Recordings for the Blind told us that people they serve often asked if they recorded the Bible. She said she would tell them, "No, Aurora Ministries/Audio Bibles for the Blind does it much better than we could." We often get referrals from them.
Dr. and Mrs. Musser represented Aurora Ministries/Audio Bibles for the Blind at the American Geriatrics' Society's Conference in Chicago, and were well received Dr. Musser, a retired physician, and his wife Marian have a special place in their heart for those who are visually impaired and print handicapped. We are blessed to have them as part of the team.
We had a very successful Aurora Ministries board of directors meeting in Bradenton last Wednesday. Our board is made up of members from Ohio, Indiana, California, Washington, North Carolina, and Florida. We are blessed to have a board who has a heart for ministering to the visually impaired and print handicapped and are continually looking for ways we can better serve them.
Recipients
We sent an Audio Bible to an eighty-two year old woman in Texas. One of her friends called our office and said this lady listens to her Audio Bible as much as 6 hours a day. She has listened to the entire Bible in two months. She starts with Genesis and when she finishes Revelation, she begins at Genesis again.
We received a message from someone who said they cried when they received their Audio Bible, knowing that even though being unable to read, they could now hear God's Word.
I am continually reminded of just how important our ministry partners are in helping us get Audio Bibles to people like the 82 year old lady who spends much of her day listening to God's Word, and the person who was brought to joyful tears when listening to the Audio Bible. We can never thank you enough for your prayers and financial contributions.
I encourage you to read our latest Story of the Month by clicking on"Story of the Month" found on the right hand column of our home page.
That is how I see it.
Until next time,
Jim
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Jim's View
I came across a note from someone thanking us for the Audio Bible we had sent to one of her parents who had Alzheimer's. That note reminded me of the International Conference on Alzheimer's we attended. The attendees were doctors and researchers who specialized in the research and treatment of Alzheimer's disease. One of the doctors who came by our booth told me they used the Bible with some of their patients to stimulate their memory. There was a marked improvement in the cognitive skills of patients who in the past had some familiarity with the Bible. Of course as the disease progresses, the patient's ability to read becomes less. The doctor was happy to know that a free Audio Bible was available for his patients. This will enable them to continue to use the Bible even after they lose the ability to read.
Responses from Recipients
I was just given a couple of thank you notes we received from two people who had received our Audio Bibles. They were a blessing to me and I wanted to share them with you. The first note is from a lady who recently experienced vision loss. The second note is from someone who spent a number of days in rehab, and found the Bible a great comfort.
I encourage you to check our home page for the Story of the Month. Within the next few days we will be posting our latest story about Marie. Marie is a special lady. Her story will be a blessing to you.
From the Maries and all the others who receive our Audio Bibles, I pass along a BIG thank you for your partnership in this important ministry. Thanks for your prayers, contributions, referrals and words of encouragement.
That is how I see it.
Until next time,
Jim
Responses from Recipients
I was just given a couple of thank you notes we received from two people who had received our Audio Bibles. They were a blessing to me and I wanted to share them with you. The first note is from a lady who recently experienced vision loss. The second note is from someone who spent a number of days in rehab, and found the Bible a great comfort.
I encourage you to check our home page for the Story of the Month. Within the next few days we will be posting our latest story about Marie. Marie is a special lady. Her story will be a blessing to you.
From the Maries and all the others who receive our Audio Bibles, I pass along a BIG thank you for your partnership in this important ministry. Thanks for your prayers, contributions, referrals and words of encouragement.
That is how I see it.
Until next time,
Jim
Wednesday, April 8, 2009
Jim's View
WOW!
What a rude awakening when we stepped off the plane in Seattle last Wednesday morning! We left Florida very early in the morning amid mild and muggy temperatures. When we dropped down out of the clouds in Seattle the roofs of the buildings were snow covered and we could see snow flakes flying by the window of the plane. That was kind of exciting since we are from Florida. We could almost hear the snow crunching under our feet and feel the snow flakes hitting us in the face. However, when we got on the ground, it was a cold rainy 37 degrees and no snow. The cold rainy temperature outside did not reflect the warm reception we received at the meeting of the Council For Exceptional Children. Once we were inside the convention center and began to meet the people, we forgot about weather outside. Those who work with special needs children are themselves very special compassionate people. What a joy to be able to tell them about the Children's Audio Bible that is available for the special needs children they work with.
One very interesting person we met was Dylan. He was happy to receive an Audio Bible. Dylan actually had an exhibit booth there at the conference. His booth featured his beautiful art work, shown in the picture at the left.
Responses From Recipients
A mother told us that her special needs child loves his Audio Bible. It is very important to him. He listens to it all the time.
Dee wrote in an email, "THANK YOU for the wonderful Audio Bible you sent to my husband. He will spend many days listening to it over and over. Bless each of you as you go about doing the Lord's work."
I echo Dee's words in saying thank you to all of you who pray and support this ministry for you too are helping to do the Lord's work. You are very much a part of getting Audio Bibles to those who can not read from a printed Bible.
As we celebrate the Resurrection of our Lord this Easter season, may He fill your heart with the joy of new life. He is risen! He is risen indeed!
That is how I see it.
Until next time,
Jim
What a rude awakening when we stepped off the plane in Seattle last Wednesday morning! We left Florida very early in the morning amid mild and muggy temperatures. When we dropped down out of the clouds in Seattle the roofs of the buildings were snow covered and we could see snow flakes flying by the window of the plane. That was kind of exciting since we are from Florida. We could almost hear the snow crunching under our feet and feel the snow flakes hitting us in the face. However, when we got on the ground, it was a cold rainy 37 degrees and no snow. The cold rainy temperature outside did not reflect the warm reception we received at the meeting of the Council For Exceptional Children. Once we were inside the convention center and began to meet the people, we forgot about weather outside. Those who work with special needs children are themselves very special compassionate people. What a joy to be able to tell them about the Children's Audio Bible that is available for the special needs children they work with.
One very interesting person we met was Dylan. He was happy to receive an Audio Bible. Dylan actually had an exhibit booth there at the conference. His booth featured his beautiful art work, shown in the picture at the left.
Responses From Recipients
A mother told us that her special needs child loves his Audio Bible. It is very important to him. He listens to it all the time.
Dee wrote in an email, "THANK YOU for the wonderful Audio Bible you sent to my husband. He will spend many days listening to it over and over. Bless each of you as you go about doing the Lord's work."
I echo Dee's words in saying thank you to all of you who pray and support this ministry for you too are helping to do the Lord's work. You are very much a part of getting Audio Bibles to those who can not read from a printed Bible.
As we celebrate the Resurrection of our Lord this Easter season, may He fill your heart with the joy of new life. He is risen! He is risen indeed!
That is how I see it.
Until next time,
Jim
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