Who Was Phoebe? - Phoebe Ministries

Who Was Phoebe?
Who Was Phoebe?
Phoebe's story dates back to the first century A.D., to Paul's letter
to the Romans 16:1-2. In it he writes, “I commend to you our sister
Phoebe, a servant of the church... for she has been a great help to
many people, including me.”
Phoebe's story dates back to the first century A.D., to Paul's letter
to the Romans 16:1-2. In it he writes, “I commend to you our sister
Phoebe, a servant of the church... for she has been a great help to
many people, including me.”
In the ancient world, women were appointed deaconesses to help
one another. Phoebe probably was a deaconess and wealthy widow
living near Corinth, who could travel due to her financial independence. Paul gives her the highest praise. Although he does not say
why she is in Corinth, he urges the Romans to assist her in any
way she needs.
In the ancient world, women were appointed deaconesses to help
one another. Phoebe probably was a deaconess and wealthy widow
living near Corinth, who could travel due to her financial independence. Paul gives her the highest praise. Although he does not say
why she is in Corinth, he urges the Romans to assist her in any
way she needs.
The work of church women in hospitals, orphanages and schools
expanded during the Reformation. In Germany, the deaconess
movement attracted thousands of women to nursing, including
Florence Nightingale. As the movement spread to America, many
churches, including the Reformed Church, ordained deaconesses.
The work of church women in hospitals, orphanages and schools
expanded during the Reformation. In Germany, the deaconess
movement attracted thousands of women to nursing, including
Florence Nightingale. As the movement spread to America, many
churches, including the Reformed Church, ordained deaconesses.
So it was that a single biblical reference to a little known woman
inspired a movement that brought about the Phoebe Deaconess
and Old Folks Home in 1903—a legacy that lives on today in the
communities and services of Phoebe Ministries.
So it was that a single biblical reference to a little known woman
inspired a movement that brought about the Phoebe Deaconess
and Old Folks Home in 1903—a legacy that lives on today in the
communities and services of Phoebe Ministries.
The Phoebe Promise reflects that legacy: no resident will be asked
to leave a Phoebe community, and the quality of a resident’s care
will never change due to lack of funds. For a century, we've kept
both promises without fail.
The Phoebe Promise reflects that legacy: no resident will be asked
to leave a Phoebe community, and the quality of a resident’s care
will never change due to lack of funds. For a century, we've kept
both promises without fail.
Thanks to the support of our friends today, Phoebe continues to
provide a continuum of living and care options that empower more
than 3,000 individuals to live life to the fullest.
Thanks to the support of our friends today, Phoebe continues to
provide a continuum of living and care options that empower more
than 3,000 individuals to live life to the fullest.
A not-for-profit organization affiliated with the United Church of Christ
A not-for-profit organization affiliated with the United Church of Christ
Where We’ve Come in 100 Years
Where We’ve Come in 100 Years
PHOEBE COMMUNITIES FOR SENIOR LIFE include:
Retirement Communities – Perfect for active, independent
adults who like opportunities to participate in planned social
activities and wish to take advantage of the services and
amenities of retirement community living.
Senior Apartments – Safe, secure, affordable housing;
another option for active seniors. All residents must meet
federal income guidelines.
Assisted Living Communities – Accommodations that offer
residents some assistance with activities of daily living, such
as bathing, dressing and taking medications. Includes meals
and housing.
Nursing and Rehabilitation Centers and Health Care
Centers – Centers that provide long-term care, short-term
rehabilitation, respite care and hospice care.
PHOEBE COMMUNITIES FOR SENIOR LIFE include:
Retirement Communities – Perfect for active, independent
adults who like opportunities to participate in planned social
activities and wish to take advantage of the services and
amenities of retirement community living.
Senior Apartments – Safe, secure, affordable housing;
another option for active seniors. All residents must meet
federal income guidelines.
Assisted Living Communities – Accommodations that offer
residents some assistance with activities of daily living, such
as bathing, dressing and taking medications. Includes meals
and housing.
Nursing and Rehabilitation Centers and Health Care
Centers – Centers that provide long-term care, short-term
rehabilitation, respite care and hospice care.
PHOEBE’S SERVICES include REHAB.
Phoebe’s nursing communities feature an outstanding staff
of physical, occupational, speech and other therapy specialists
to treat individuals who need rehabilitation due to strokes,
falls, broken bones, etc.
Our outcomes are excellent! Phoebe’s strong rehabilitation
skills enable individuals to regain their independence, mobility
and productivity, and return home.
PHOEBE’S SERVICES include REHAB.
Phoebe’s nursing communities feature an outstanding staff
of physical, occupational, speech and other therapy specialists
to treat individuals who need rehabilitation due to strokes,
falls, broken bones, etc.
Our outcomes are excellent! Phoebe’s strong rehabilitation
skills enable individuals to regain their independence, mobility
and productivity, and return home.
1925 Turner Street, Allentown, PA 18104
For more information, call
1-800-453-8814
www.phoebe.org
1925 Turner Street, Allentown, PA 18104
For more information, call
1-800-453-8814
www.phoebe.org