January 2017 Newsletter

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H2H Lifeline Life Line How do you keep your spiritual life growing?

It does not matter what age you are obedience is key to your Christian Walk. That means you what are some of the things you do to have a Great Christian Walk John 14:15, 21 If you love me then you will keeps my commandment He who has my commandments and keeps them, it is he who loves Me. And he who loves me will be loved by my father and I will love him and manifest myself to him So what are the things we must do in order to be a good Christians? Walking away from sin starting a new life let’s put a few things in that can make you stronger Faith, Prayer, obedience, prospering in His works Most impor-

tantly Gods Word without the word you can’t Go far and I mean that, I know that the truth without the word Heart to Heart or myself would of never grown as we Did So let me ask this why are the Commandment’s important to God & should be to you, I would like you to email me at jerrylee401@sbcglobal.net with the answer because without the commandments’ Do you know where this world would be or where we would be? I would like to share one more scripture with you about the commandment’s as we all need Direction in Life.

Colossians 3:22-24 And whatever you do, do it whole heartedly as to the Lord and not Men, Knowing that from the Lord you will receive the reward of in-

heritance; for you serve the Lord Christ.

See everything on this earth why are you doing it for praise for yourself or praise for God it needs to be praise for God Read this on the top of verse it is the truth everything we do is for the Lord So I will Say this (Wake up) every morning & Go to bed praying have faith obedience trust love honor & that makes you a Good Child of God. Message Pastor Jerry Williams Advice for Churches & Pastors: Many Churches Today Talk

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about going into nursing homes but they do Not. Why is that & why can’t they answer that See God wants us to Reach Everyone from the lost to the hurt to the dyeing But Churches seem to be Relaxed doing it at their Home church.

I encourage you to take the message of the lord to the nursing homes the streets Jesus did that is now he wants us to Do that Take it out of the Box. & do more that is why you are called to be Pastors Rev. Williams

Spiritual Growth - How is it done?

In order for spiritual growth to occur, you first need to make sure you possess a true spiritual life through faith in the Lord Je-

sus Christ. "And this is the testimony: God has given us eternal life, and this life is in his Son. He who has the Son has life; he who does not have the Son of God does not have life" (1 John 5:11-12). When you believe in Jesus Christ, the Holy Spirit lives inside of you (John 14:16-17) and you are a new creation in Christ! 2 Corinthians 5:17 says, "Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; the old has gone, the new has come!" Your old nature, which is dominated by sin, is replaced with a new nature that is under the influence of God's Spirit (Romans 6-7).

Spiritual growth can only occur in a person who knows the Lord Jesus Christ as his or her Savior.

Learning how to grow spiritually is a life-long journey which occurs as you read and apply God's Word to your life. 2 Timothy 3:16-17 teaches us, "All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the man of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work."

In order for spiritual growth to occur, we must be taught, rebuked, corrected, and trained by God's Word. Then we will be thoroughly equipped for every good work. This is the essence of spiritual growth.

Another key to Christian growth is walking in the Spirit. Galatians 5:16-18, 24-26explains, "So I say, live by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the sinful nature. For the sinful nature desires what is contrary to

the Spirit, and the Spirit what is contrary to the sinful nature.

They are in conflict with each other, so that you do not do what you want. But if you are led by the Spirit, you are not under law…Those who belong to Christ Jesus have crucified the sinful nature with its passions and desires. Since we live by the Spirit, let us keep in step with the Spirit. Let us not become conceited, provoking and envying each other."

Walking in the Spirit is allowing Him to fill you (Ephesians 5:18), control you, and guide you. This is brought about by consciously choosing by faith to rely on the Holy Spirit to guide you in thought, word, and deed (Romans 6:11-14). Failure to rely on the Holy Spirit's guidance will result in a believer not living up to the calling and standing that salvation provides. Ephesians 4:1 says, "…I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received."

So, spiritual growth includes: (1) increasing in your knowledge and understanding of God's Word, (2) decreasing in your frequency and severity of sin, (3) increasing in your practice of Christ-like qualities, and (4) increasing in your faith and trust in God. Perhaps the best summary of spiritual growth is becoming more like Jesus Christ. In 1 Corinthians 11:1, Paul says, "Follow my example, as I follow the example of Christ." Jesus Christ is the ultimate example of what it truly means to be spiritual.

Rev. Miller

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stayed with his father to take care of

medical equipment to those in need.

him and did so until his father’s death. Even at times of of sickness and death in others lives Jamie would The Big Heart Foundation

be there to lift them up!

Died January 7th, 2010 The Big Heart Foundation was created for Jamie in March of 2010.

1148 Biddle Ave. in Wyandotte, Michigan 48192 Office phone number is 313-573-0067

dale Fire Department to give out

Let me tell you why we started the Big Heart Foundation. Jamie was trying to get on SSI and if he needed something like medicine or anything else it was a very complicated proc-

Our office is located at

nered both Heart to Heart & Melvinmedical equipment to those in need.

is in Memory of Jamie J. Williams Born July 1971

In the early part of 2011, we had part-

ess with endless amounts of red tape and paperwork. No matter what he still would just carry onward. He may not have been a rich man, but he

The Fire Department who works Hard to save lives also has teamed up with H2H to make sure others needs are met!

There is an application you must to fill out online. The paper work must be submitted, and within 24 hours we

never looked for a hand out. With him having so many illnesses it was like the government did not care

Jamie was the youngest brother of a

for him and to them he was just a

family of seven and the brother of

number.

Rev Jerry L Williams.

In the first year we received many In the final years of Jamie's life he

wheel chairs, walkers, potty chairs,

struggled with his health and spent a

scooters and canes. The first year we

lot of time in the hospital's. Even

gave out over one hundred pieces of

though he would be Sick he would

medical equipment and helped many

always make others smile and had the people. That's the way Jamie would biggest heart he was a big guy but the

have wanted to be remembered.

thing that hit me most about my brother was how big his heart was for others. When his father was ill, he

The second year we had given out

will see to it you get assistance. No refusal, and No S.S.I Denial.

In Jamie's Memory we will get you the help you need.

more than three hundred pieces of

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The senior Talk Line For more information, to sponsor us, or volunteer was started in the beplease email: ginning of 2016.

Dmiller@h2hmin.com Founded by Rev. Daniel Miller.

Heart to Heart Ministries is a 501 3c Non Profit . The minis“I will always remember our first call taken on try works with hospitals and nursing homes to not the Senior Talk Line. I had answered the phone only bring the word of God to those who have with one of our friendly greetings and in return been forgotten, lonely, and depressed but to pro- was told I AM DYING. That night I spent over 2 vide comfort. Over those 7+ years Rev. Miller hours on the phone talking with someone who not noticed time and time again that the people he has only was scared of the future but also who was met along his journey have been left in the hospi- alone and had no one else to talk to about what tals, nursing homes or left in a small apartment was going on. Since then our first caller calls with absolutely no one to talk to. This is a major back once a week and has been doing well not problem not only in the State of Michigan, only emotionally but in her health. She has Hope Kentucky, Alabama, and Ohio but all over the and a friend she knows is just a call away. “ world.

Daniel Miller ~Program Director We are a small group of volunteers who want to see nothing more than the smile on the face of the seniors we come in contact with no matter where we are or how we come in contact. It's about doing the right thing and being there for those who have no one else.

We are a small call center planned to have 6 phone lines and a small office based out of Lexington, KY where Pastor Miller lives and works.

Our hours may vary based on availability of volunteers and office hours which will be posted.

Aside from our call center our web site will have a chat option on it for those who are more technically inclined.

It is with a good heart that we move forward in taking care of the elderly in our communities. We may be a small start but it's the small things that can make a big difference in someone's life.

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K 9 Compassionate Care was Created when we seen the difference a K9 can make in those that are sick or elderly.

When a service Dog Comes up to them , & makes there Day Far better this brings us one step closer to joy and our mission.

Overseen by Rev Jerry L Williams Trooper’s owner is Angela Kessy. Trooper is a golden retriever who is the dog who does much of the work. Trooper is 6 years old and he has the gift of knowing when others are down, sick depressed & sometimes he knows when someone may be leaving us. Trooper is a well trained dog. Once you put that vest on he knows it is time for work & is eager to do so. Trooper’s duties are emergency visits to hospitals. Trooper also goes to nursing homes on Thursday’s & Friday’s where he greets everyone at the Heart to Heart Bible study. When the Pastor Prays Trooper knows when to jump up & pray with the Pastor. He also sits there through the study & goes to greet everyone when he comes & goes. A lot of time those who are terminally ill’s family will call the K9 team & he will just sit there to comfort that person. Sometimes he visits first responder's as well. Troopers hobbies are running, toys watching TV and being with those he loves. Trooper is one of a kind. We also have Dexter who is three years old. Dexter has worked on & off with us over the past year. We are looking for More Dogs to assist us in our mission. For more info please visit our web site or contact our ministry’s office number.

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January is National Glaucoma awareness Month…

What is it?

Glaucoma is a serious, lifelong eye disease that can lead to vision loss if not controlled. But for most people, glaucoma does not have to lead to blindness. That is because glaucoma is controllable with modern treatment, and there are many choices to help keep glaucoma from further damaging your eyes. Treatment cannot reverse damage that has already occurred, but it can prevent further vision loss. Glaucoma is an eye disease that causes loss of sight by damaging a part of the eye called the optic nerve. This nerve sends information from your eyes to your brain. When glaucoma damages your optic nerve, you begin to lose patches of vision, usually side vision (peripheral vision).

bination of these treatments.

If you know you have glaucoma: 1. Seek encouragement from family, friends and other sources, such as glaucoma patient support groups.

2. You’ll be visiting your eye doctor regularly, so choose one with whom you are comfortable.

3. Write down your questions and notes so that you can make the most of your eye doctor appointments.

4. Tell your eye doctor, family and friends how medications are affecting you.

5. Tell all of your doctors about your eye medications and other drugs you’re taking.

6. Read materials from accurate sources to help you understand and live with glaucoma.

Types of Glaucoma?

7. Ask your doctor to write down your medication There are many types of glaucoma. Often, the cause of schedule. Ask whether “four times a day” means high pressure in the eye can help tell the type of glau“every six hours” or while you’re awake. coma and the best treatment for it.

8. Always use the proper procedure for applying glaucoma medication in eye drop form. Know the folHow Does Glaucoma Damage my eye? lowing risk factors and ask yourself these questions: Doctors don't know exactly how glaucoma damages the (9–15 puts you at higher risk for glaucoma) optic nerve. For many people, increased eye pressure 9. Did my parents, grandparents or great-grandparents seems to play an important role. lose their sight? What was the cause of their vision loss? Glaucoma occurs at least twice as frequently Am I at risk? among people who have blood relatives with glauAge, race, family history, and medical history are all coma. risk factors that may increase your chance of having 10. Do I have diabetes? glaucoma.

11. Am I of African-American or of Afro-Caribbean descent? (if so, you are more likely to get glaucoma at a younger age.)

How do eye Doctor’s check for Glaucoma?

12. Am I 40 years of age or older?

There are three major signs that a person may have glau13. Have I had an eye injury or eye surgery, even as a coma: optic nerve damage, vision loss (visual field loss) child? and increased eye pressure (elevated intraocular pres14. Am I very nearsighted? sure). Your eye doctor has a number of tests to check for 15. Have I taken steroids on a long-term basis? these signs.

16. Do I qualify for the annual glaucoma screening benefit under Medicare?

How do Eye Doctor’s Treat Glaucoma?

17. Most importantly: Have I had an eye exam reGlaucoma can usually be treated and controlled using cently? Visit your eye doctor regularly If you are 55 medicine(s), laser surgery, glaucoma surgery or a comor older, you should get an eye exam at least yearly.

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AVOIDING IDENTITY THEFT...

The first thing to learn is what information NOT to share. That includes Social Security number, date of birth, street address, mother‘s maiden name, previous addresses, account numbers, and medical and health insurance information. Keep private information to yourself.

need it to conduct business.

Check other cards that you normally carry in your wallet, as some of them may contain your Social Security number, too. Examples are your Medicare card, insurance cards, or even driver's licenses.

Do not keep charge receipts in your car. Identity thieves would much rather have your personal account informaNever provide personal information over the phone tion than your car stereo. Photocopy both sides of all unless you initiated the call. Remember, identity thieves credit cards and keep this information in a safe place. If are skilled professional liars, trained to sound legitimate you lose your wallet, you'll have the account numbers and sincere. Shred everything. and phone numbers at your fingertips.

Don't assume that simply because you put an item in the Eliminate extras in your wallet or purse. Clean out your trash, no one will see it. That person you see Dumpsterwallet and eliminate extra cards you don‘t use. This diving could very well be an identity thief. way, if you have a theft, you won't have to notify as many entities. Write a letter to close unused accounts or To protect your private information use a cross-cut ask for an ―Account Closed per Customer‘s Request‖ shredder. Shred old bank and credit card statements, reform. Cut up old credit cards. ceipts, copies of credit card applications, insurance forms, physician‘s statements, checks and bank stateCarry no extra personal identifiers such as Social Secuments, expired charge cards and documents you are disrity card, birth certificate, passport, etc. Report lost or carding such as credit offers received in the mail. Make stolen cards the moment you realize you are not in possure account numbers, passwords, and addresses are unsession of the card. This will limit your liability. Review readable before discarding. your bills and bank statements promptly. If you find any charges or debits that you never made, contact the bank Be safe online Never click on links sent or company immediately. in unsolicited emails; instead, type in a web address you know. Use firewalls, Monitor your accounts online frequently. anti-spyware, 11 and anti-virus software You can discover problems more quickly to protect your home computer; keep than if you wait for bills or statements to them upto-date. Calls or letters about come in the mail. overdue accounts you don't recognize could indicate identity theft. If you are Secure personal information in your home, contacted by a creditor, ask for documenespecially if you have roommates, employ tation about the debt; if by a collection outside help, or are having service work agency, explain that you dispute the bill done in your home. and why (put it in writing to maintain your debt collection rights under federal law) and ask how to contact the Memorize Social Security number, PINs and passwords. creditor so you can investigate.

Do not write them down and place them where someone else can easily find them, such as in your wallet. Use Never carry your Social Security card in your wallet. passwords that are not obvious to others and not easily This is considered the gateway to your identity. Leave it connected to you. locked away at home or in a safe deposit box until you

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We are a ministry with many programs, like the big Heart Foundation & K9 Compassion Team. All of these ministries need funding to survive.

The Big Heart foundation Gives Hundreds of items including medical equipment out yearly. We rent a space in a warehouse every month & The K9 Team needs Funding to keep dogs certified & cared for.

We also have other expenses just to keep operating each year. I'm positive that we can keep this Ministry moving forward with your Love & support.

If you would like to Give to this Ministry Please visit our online donation portal by clicking the following link: Online Secure Donation Portal We are a 501(c)3 Tax-Deductible Organization.

Please Help us Help the Elderly & Sick.

Co-Founder of Heart to Heart & Founder of Big Heart foundation Sincerely Rev Jerry Lee Williams

Bible Verses and Scriptures About the New Year - Read what Scripture tells us about God's promises and face the new year with hope! Our Lord wants us to seek out His will for our lives and to live life FULLY alive. Stop Satan's goal in making you feel defeated and overcome, you can start this New Year renewed!

Isaiah 40:30-31 2 Corinthians 5:17 Psalm 98:1 Romans 8:18 Isaiah 43:19 Ephesians 4:22-24 Deuteronomy 7:13 Jeremiah 29:11 Proverbs 23:18 Psalm 31:23-24 1 Peter 1:3 Lamentations 3:22-23 Romans 5:5 Ezekiel 11:19 Colossians 3:9-10 Revelation 21:5 Micah 7:7 Isaiah 54:1-5 Isaiah 40:31

As always please remember to recycle.

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Deer and other wildlife frequently visit this beautiful site. North Woods is proud to be the facility of choice for many families and residents in the greater Mid-Michigan area.

North Woods is extremely proud to be the recipient of the 2008 Calvin H. Monfils Facility of Excellence Award. This award is the highest honor for a facility given out by the Health Care Association of Michigan.

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