Christian Record Services for the Blind

This August, observe National Eye Exam Month by learning about ways to keep your vision clear and healthy. As we age, getting a baseline eye exam can detect early signs of disease or damage to your eyes. Ophthalmologists recommend periodic eye exams every 2-4 years from the ages of 40 to 65, and every 1-2 years after the age of 65. While most symptoms are often disregarded, getting a simple checkup and following a doctor’s orders can greatly lower risks of more severe and future damage, and you can continue to enjoy healthy vision.

Las relaciones interpersonales y nuestra salud física y mental son clave en la vida de un cristiano. Descubre nuestro Centinela del tercer trimestre del 2024. Llama al 402.488.0981 o escríbenos a [email protected]

The Gospel of John is the subject of the Bible study guide for October-December 2024. To subscribe, members may call 402.488.0981, option 3, email [email protected], or logon to http://Lib.Guide.

Christian Record Services quiere invitarlo a nuestro programa PhoneFaith en español esta noche a las 7:00 pm hora central. Presentamos al Pastor Eddy Perez, como invitado especial con el tema “De la Oscuridad a la Luz”. Para conectarse a PhoneFaith, llame al 774-267-3567.

Christian Record Services wants to invite you to our Spanish PhoneFaith Program tonight at 7:00 pm central time. We present Pastor Eddy Perez, as a special guest with the theme “From Darkness to Light”. To connect to PhoneFaith, call 774-267-3567.

May we pray for you? Christian Record Services staff gather for worship time Monday-Thursday, praying for our members and communities. Share your request at: bit.ly/CRSB-prayer.

On this date in 1908, the Lincoln Star newspaper published the following quote from then U.S. President nominee William Jennings Bryan: "The Christian Record, published in College View, has for many years been a welcome visitor to many blind readers. The journal is published without profit, as a large number of copies are furnished free to those unable to pay for it, and should receive the encouragement of charitably inclined persons. It is therefore with much pleasure that I give my hearty endorsement of the work."

Whether you choose to give at church tomorrow or online today, your gift to Christian Record Services makes a huge difference in the lives of so many people! Thank you for being a lifesaver! Give now: https://bit.ly/CRSoffering2024

We are handing out pins and meeting new friends at the International Pathfinder Camporee in Gillette, Wyoming. What a fun week!

Together with his friend, Thomas rode a tandem bike over 4,000 miles on the TransAmerica Bicycle Route from Oregon to Virginia. Today, he uses his energy to share the gospel wherever he goes. He calls PhoneFaith, a ministry of Christian Record Services, his "lifesaver". If you'd like to support more amazing members like Thomas, please visit https://bit.ly/CRSoffering2024.

This week, a special pin featuring braille will be handed out at the International Pathfinder Camporee in Gillette, Wyoming. We will have a combination of employees, board members, and friends passing out these pins to Pathfinders!

Thomas is a volunteer host for PhoneFaith, a Christian Record Services ministry that features 17 call-in programs each week. Your support can be lifesaving for him and so many of our members who live with visual challenges. To give: https://bit.ly/CRSoffering2024

Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month is observed each year in August to raise awareness about the importance of healthy vision and preventing eye injuries.

It’s reported that 1 in 4 children experience vision problems, and 1 in 20 are at risk of losing their eyesight permanently. This is a great time of year to encourage parents and caregivers to schedule regular eye exams for early detection and proper treatment.

To read more about children’s eye health, go to the following links –

https://www.aoa.org/healthy-eyes/eye-health-for-life/infant-vision?sso=y

https://www.cdc.gov/visionhealth/resources/features/keep-eye-on-vision-health.html

As we head into a new month, we want to remind you about a great opportunity to support one of our members, Thomas, and many others who live with visual challenges. Your gift can help provide "lifesaving" connections like PhoneFaith to many people! To give now, please follow this link: https://bit.ly/CRSoffering2024.

Thomas Hyatt's life is a testament to resilience and faith. Despite learning about his impending blindness at a young age, Thomas never allowed his visual impairment to dim his zest for life. Read more about him here: https://bit.ly/crsbnewsroom

Over the years, Christian Record Services has provided audio materials to its members in many ways. They have utilized vinyl records, cassette tapes, digital cartridges, and mp3 files. In the past couple of years, members have connected with positive content through a new medium: a phone app.

For more information about resources, visit: https://christianrecord.org/member-services/

Christian Record Services has been working on new resources for our Spanish-speaking members. This series of ten lessons gives members Biblical advice while focusing on key parts of a healthy lifestyle.

For more information on resources from Christian Record, please visit: https://christianrecord.org/member-services/

Camp Lawroweld in Maine is set to kick off TODAY! The campers are excited for another fun week of memories. For more information about this camp, please visit: www.blindcamps.org.

When we allow ourselves the grace to rest on the Sabbath, we open the door to healing and rejuvenation.

This comic was printed in the Lincoln Star newspaper on this date (July 26) in 1936. The Christian Record braille magazine has been continuously printed for 125 years.

Discover the impact you can make by leaving a bequest to Christian Record Services in your will or trust. Your gift can bring hope and confidence to individuals who are blind or visually impaired. For more information visit: https://christianrecord.org/give/

On this date in 1916, the Nebraska State Journal published an almost full-page article highlighting our ministry. At that time we were sending 3,600 copies of the Christian Record magazine out each month. That resource is still sent out monthly today, 92 years later!

Pastor Bradshaw sees the strangest creature fall from a tree. What is it? Father is out of work—and money. Then he gets a flat tire. Can blessings come from a flat tire? Emma and Irene sell Christian books all summer to raise money to attend college. Then, a thief demands their money. Will someone come to their rescue? Mike, the garbage collector, rescues Mrs. Jones’ life savings from the dump. Years later, he gets a big surprise! Two catbird chicks need a new home when the tree their nest is in gets cut down. Enjoy these stories and more in this issue of The Children’s Friend.

Light magazine’s July/August 2024 edition highlights “Life Lessons From the Psalms.” Contributing authors for this edition contemplated how this Old Testament book of poetry and music has impacted their lives. Light is available six times per year to Christian Record Services members in audio, braille, and large print. If you know someone who would be blessed by receiving Light magazine, please get in touch with Member Services at 402-488-0981, option 3, or [email protected].

Rest is not a luxury but a necessity for our overall well-being. Embrace the Sabbath as a sacred time for rest and renewal.

July is National Dry Eye Awareness Month. Dry eye disease is a multifactorial disease that affects an estimated 25 million people in the United States. It is often a condition that is under-recognized and under-diagnosed. For more information, visit: https://www.dralanmitchell.com/july-is-dry-eye-awareness-month/

Introducing our 2024 Anne Lowe Scholarship recipients:

Charli Strawn was born blind in a Chinese orphanage, and adopted into an Alabama family who encouraged her to explore the world like her sighted peers. Excelling academically with the aid of adaptive technology, Charli faced challenges head-on, including proving doubters wrong by succeeding in a "highly visual" honors chemistry class. As the first blind student at her high school, she led the marching band to superior ratings as Drum Major. Charli's active church life and partnership with her guide dog, Soldier, reflect her community involvement. Majoring in Information Systems Management with a minor in Psychology at Auburn University, Charli aims to improve employment and living standards for the visually impaired through technology, aspiring to work for companies like Google or Microsoft to advocate for inclusivity and bridge the digital divide.

For more information about the Anne Lowe Scholarship, please visit: https://christianrecord.org/member-services/scholarship/