For nearly two years, Dr. Arnold has been driving all the way from Sturgeon Bay to offer chiropractic care to guests and visitors at St. John’s Ministries. He does it entirely as an act of care and service.
Dr. Arnold spent 30 years running a chiropractic practice in Sturgeon Bay before retiring in December 2022. But retirement didn’t slow down his desire to serve.
“I was always one of those that would treat you even if you couldn’t pay me. I’m a Jesus follower. If they come through my door, it’s His doing and I’ll serve them. They need the care, and I don’t care if I get paid — that’s my heart.”
His connection to St. John’s Ministries began through our Program Coordinator, Tollef, a longtime friend. A tour with Tollef and Rob opened his eyes to the realities of homelessness in our city.
“It made me more aware of the issues in this city. And in Sturgeon Bay, too.”
Now, once a month, he shows up with a simple attitude: “If I can be there for one, I’ll be there for one. If I can help somebody have a better day or week… I’ll be there.” Sometimes that “one” is a guest living in chronic pain. Sometimes it’s someone who hasn’t been physically touched in a caring way in years.
“I appreciate hearing their stories. And I pray for them. Most of them don’t want to be here.”
“It’s got to be something you pay attention to. I think it’d be great if more people knew.”
Dr. Arnold reminds us that care begins with attention and heart — one person, offering what they have with compassion, can make a meaningful difference.
