Erie “Chip” Chapman
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A Seizing of the Moment
“As a hospice nurse, I went to see my patient at a skilled nursing facility. He had a brain tumor and was about my age. His family arrived in town that a.m. and after speaking with them, I explained that… Continue reading
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RMH & BH Alums (not IBM or ABC Widgets Retirees)
Hospitals and and universities have alumni sites. Companies do not. What does that tell us? Continue reading
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Golden Stiches
In these tumultuous times it helps to remember that Love finds a way. “We stand, clothed in grace, and showered with blessing. At times we see the flecks of light; at other times we see only the shadows of the… Continue reading
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Alums Refrain: “Seems like just yesterday…”
Why do we say of long ago, “time goes so fast.” It does not. Caregivers have the gift of knowing their yesterdays were spent caring for others. Continue reading
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What Matters
As we rode along the winding route towards home, emotions stirred in anticipation of gatherings with family and friends. The joy of seeing loved ones and the sorrow of missing those who are no longer here. The poignancy of life’s fleeting… Continue reading
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Turning-Point – A Special Memory of Marco Bonta, M.D.
A traumatic encounter helped a young doctor become a great trauma surgeon. What happened? Continue reading
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The Kindness of Strangers
Yesterday I headed home after visiting my son and grandchildren who live in South Dakota. As I traversed the highway toward the airport in Omaha Nebraska, I passed farm after farm I was struck by the simple beauty of springs… Continue reading
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Crucifixion, Descent & Resurrection
Each caregiver’s caregiving, is truly a ministry whether professional or lay in nature; but all caregiving begins with a caring, unselfish heart! Continue reading
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Why Was Baptist Hospital Sold? Secrets of How Nashville’s Largest Hospital Changed Hands
The stunning story of Baptist Hospital’s disastrous condition under ex-CEO David Stringfield and its subsequent miraculous recovery and sale is largely unknown…and as riveting as any tale of suspense. Continue reading
Journal of Sacred Work 