Author Archives: Sean

Advent tiptoes in

Needless to say, it has been an unsual Advent this year. Finding us outside of our normal busy mode of Christmas parties and congregational care, as well as active participation in church life, Advent came tiptoeing in with December. But … Continue reading

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Video of the Last 4 Months

The following is an 8-minute video that played at both the Seattle and Manila benefit events. This documents the approximately last 4-months of the Ruetschle family experience, from the accident to… well, you’ve just got to watch it.

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Seattle Benefit Concert – Oct 15

There will be a benefit concert for Steve at University Presbyterian Church, on Friday, October 15, at 7:30pm. All are invited–please spread the word. The evening will be led by Walt Wagner and Sue Nixon, with musicians from University Presbyterian … Continue reading

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Manila Benefit Concert – Oct 25

For all of those living in Manila or the surrounding area, there will be a benefit concert for Steve on Oct 25, 2010, at Onstage at the Greenbelt Theater. This concert features a wide variety of talent, including Gary Valenciano, … Continue reading

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Four videos of Steve

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3 Videos of Steve Walking

These first two were shot by Michelle during a rehab session at Harborview This video was shot by Mark Ruetschle (Steve’s brother) at Pushing Boundaries:

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Steve standing in the kitchen

With a little assistance Steve is able to stand on his own for brief periods of time.

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A note from Kim

A note from Kim… (Steve’s Sister) My husband Greg and I spent last weekend in Seattle. It was great to see Steve, Michelle, the boys and to meet new friends like Heather, Sean and Annie. Greg and I arrived Friday … Continue reading

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Prayer, healing, and home.

From Sean. Sept 02, 2010. When we last had time and space to write an update for this blog, Steve was on the verge of leaving Harborview and coming home to the house in Edmonds. His release date was in … Continue reading

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Looking back, looking forward

From Michelle. 26 August, 2010. 11 p.m. Dear friends and family, Every night I long to write and record the many events, mostly out of my longing to touch base with the awesome wellspring of prayers, good wishes, and wonderful … Continue reading

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