Christine met her husband, Dale Rose, through a roommate while they both were in Connecticut—Christine as a nurse and Dale as a Navy submarine officer. When Dale “left the boat” […]
Knowing the Nearby God
Submitted by Rev. Dr. Diana Leaf, Chaplain [Paul said], “Athenians, as I went through the city and looked carefully at the objects of your worship, I found among them an […]
KCH employee retires after 41 years
If you know Kansas Christian Home, then you know Noel E. Noel has been a dedicated member of the KCH team for 41 years and in August we honored him […]
Kansas Christian Home (KCH) ranks #1 nursing home in Newton, KS
Kansas Christian Home (KCH) is 5-star rated for quality measures. To learn more about KCH’s living options, services and amenities, click here to schedule a personalized tour: Kansas Christian Home […]
Who’s That Knocking?
Submitted by Rev. Dr. Diana C. Leaf, Chaplain As soon as Peter realized he was free from prison, he went to the house of Mary. When he knocked at the […]
Meet Our Residents: Joan S.
Joan Stoval was born in Newton and sixteen years later became an older sister of a brother, Don, who today handles the IT (information technology) needs at Newton High School. […]
Sent Home
“For this month’s newsletter I am submitting to you the following meditation by Mary Luti, a long time seminary educator and pastor.” –Rev. Dr. Diana Leaf, Chaplain The man who had […]
Meet Our Resident: Betty Y.
Betty was the oldest of three children born to her parents in Newton at Axtell Hospital. Her parents farmed (wheat, milo, hay, livestock) east of Walton. She began her education […]
Mission Group Coming from Iowa!
KCH is excited to welcome the arrival of the Youth Mission Group from First Christian Church in Keokuk, Iowa. They’ll be volunteering their time and talents in various capacities throughout […]
Chaplain’s Message: Refuge
Submitted by Rev. Dr. Diana C. Leaf, Chaplain God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear. – Psalm 46.1-2a (NRSV) The Bosque del Apache […]






