Joy In Motion

SHOREVIEW, MN (April 13, 2026) — Marcia Kull is a volunteer, a donor, and is passionate about creating a more active and joyful lifestyle for the people we serve. Marcia’s connection to Ecumen began when her aunt (also named Marcia) and uncle lived at our Ecumen Pathstone community in Mankato. Every week she was in awe of the people who work there, their level of professionalism and dedication to enhancing life-honoring care.

Her remarkable Aunt Marcia, farm wife turned global tourist agent, became a memory care volunteer at Pathstone while her husband John, who had Alzheimer’s, was a resident. Eventually, Aunt Marcia needed assisted living care, so she made her way back to Ecumen Pathstone. Marcia and her sister would take their aunt to Sibley Park, where they had played as kids. During the COVID-19 pandemic, she celebrated her 93rd birthday outside the window with signs, dogs, balloons and a unicycle. With her hair styled, and makeup done by caring team members, Aunt Marcia was glowing and celebrated in style!

When Aunt Marcia passed away in 2020, Ecumen team members sent personal notes of condolence to Marcia and her family, and it was clear she was beloved by many. Because of her uncle and aunt’s phenomenal experience at Pathstone, Marcia wanted to give back to Ecumen in a way that would honor them both. This encouraged her to take on a new role in her retirement as an Ecumen hospice volunteer where she could visit, play games, and talk about life. She felt connected to this community that focused on the wellbeing of patients.

When Marcia learned about the community’s need for a trishaw bike (a three-wheeled bike that can carry passengers), she knew she wanted to give in support of bringing mobility and fun to Ecumen Pathstone and to encourage resident visits to the beauty of Sibley Park. Later, Marcia became an Ecumen hospice volunteer to support seniors and their families, just like she was supported years earlier.

She has continued to volunteer at Ecumen on the Board of Trustees and has served as the chair since June of 2025. As Marcia says, “This is a very exciting time for Ecumen, as Cyrus Batheja takes the helm as our new CEO in Ecumen’s 164 year history. Technology and how people want to be served is changing how and where we want to age with dignity and support. With our enduring commitment to innovation, Ecumen continues to explore ways to expand and enhance our service to seniors and their families consistent with our mission and values, all delivered with love, dignity and support.”