Senior Adult Ministry in the 21st Century
Senior Adult Ministry in the 21st Century

Author: David P. Gallagher

Publisher: Wipf and Stock Publishers

Published: 2006-05-01

Total Pages: 149

ISBN-13: 1597526630

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The Complete Guide for Senior Adult Ministry Over one quarter of Americans are age fifty or older. This sizable group has unique needs and requires specialized ministry. In this resource, pastor to senior adults Dr. David Gallagher offers invaluable insights, practical ideas, and successful strategies for ministering effectively to people over 50. In this book you'll find: Ð THE BIG PICTURE AND NUTS AND BOLTS OF SENIOR ADULT MINISTRY. This book offers a fresh framework of ministry goals and vision, as well as the practical insights to accomplish them. It includes steps for effective senior adult ministry, characteristics of senior adults, ways to involve senior adults in ministry, and more! Ð 150 SOLID GOLD MINISTRY TIPS, TIME-SAVERS, AND LIFE-SAVERS. This priceless help will be useful to both those new and experienced at senior adult ministry. Ð POWERFUL OUTREACH ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS. These tested and proven-effective ideas help meet the social, emotional and spiritual needs of seniors! Ð REPRODUCIBLE WORKSHEETS AND HANDOUTS. Found in most chapters, you'll find these reproducible helps invaluable for sparking creativity for all areas of senior adult ministry. A must-have, fresh, new resource for churches who truly desire to effectively reach everyone in their community.

A Vision for the Aging Church
A Vision for the Aging Church

Author: James M. Houston

Publisher: InterVarsity Press

Published: 2011-10-10

Total Pages: 281

ISBN-13: 0830869522

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James M. Houston and Michael Parker believe now is the time for the church to offer ministry to its increasing numbers of seniors and to benefit from ministry they can offer. They issue an urgent call to reconceive the place and part of the elderly in the local congregation, showing that seniors aren't the problem--they are the solution.

Baby Boomers and Beyond
Baby Boomers and Beyond

Author: Amy Hanson

Publisher: Jossey-Bass

Published: 2010-06-15

Total Pages: 224

ISBN-13: 0470632925

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How ministry leaders can help older adults be a vital part of Christian community With the explosion of the older adult population, this important book explores the opportunities and challenges that this presents for the Christian community. Amy Hanson challenges us to let go of many old stereotypes regarding aging and embrace a new paradigm that sees older adults as active, healthy and capable of making significant contributions. Debunks the myths of aging that keep us from fully embracing the potential of people in life's second half Offers suggestions on how to re-invent ministry with older adults Focuses on unleashing older adults to serve and make an impact on churches and congregations A volume in the Leadership Network series The author shows church leaders how they can unleash the power of the baby boomer population to strengthen their congregations.

Engaging in Ministry with Older Adults
Engaging in Ministry with Older Adults

Author: Dosia Carlson

Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

Published: 1997-10-01

Total Pages: 183

ISBN-13: 1566995175

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In these pages congregations will find information about the aging process as well as about implications for ministry. In addition to being beneficial for churches and synagogues, this book has a place in seminary education. Study groups may find especially useful the "Points to Ponder" page concluding each chapter. The questions found on those pages can also stimulate older readers to reflect on their life pilgrimage. If the illustrations sprinkled generously throughout the book motivate readers to adapt ideas or create their own responses to identified needs, then faithful engagement can result.

Insights for the Senior's Ministry
Insights for the Senior's Ministry

Author: Joseph R. Rogers, Sr.

Publisher: CreateSpace

Published: 2010-05-20

Total Pages: 130

ISBN-13: 9781452874579

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The book shares with its readers some insights on the aging process from a phsical and spiritual perspective

A Spirit-Empowered Church
A Spirit-Empowered Church

Author: Alton Garrison

Publisher:

Published: 2015-09

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781681540016

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In A Spirit-Empowered Church, Alton Garrison points us to the heart of dynamic church growth: creating Spirit-empowered disciples who are involved in five activities--connect, grow, serve, go, and worship--to change individuals, families, and communities with the love and power of God's mighty Spirit.

Catch the Age Wave
Catch the Age Wave

Author: Win Arn

Publisher:

Published: 1998-10

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780834118003

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It is time to reexamine our ideas of senior adult ministry. Comfortable assumptions and outdated programs are being challenged in a time when an increasing number of seniors do not regularly attend church. Authors Win and Charles Arn have updated and supplemented their classic book, Catch the Age Wave, in an effort to provide ideas, examples, and advice for starting and maintaining a senior adult program. In addition, they have added practical program ideas to use in any local church setting.

Completing the Race
Completing the Race

Author: Marsha MacLeod

Publisher: WestBow Press

Published: 2016-08-19

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781512747768

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Completing the Race: Seniors in the Bible focuses on older men and women in the Bible running the race set before them. By faith many of them persevered despite unexpected, challenging circumstances. They learned to trust God more fully for the wisdom and strength needed in their senior years. A number of them endured personal losses or coped with national disaster. Some lived to have relationships with their grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and some outlived their children. A few found new ministry as their lives continued to produce fruit. Many became well known as men or women who prayed. They recognized God's mercy and grace. These men and women ran life's race with an ever-present awareness that life on earth is fleeting and that eternity is a reality. Abraham, Sarah, David, Anna, Peter, John, and many others lived long lives to the glory of God. Their lives offer insights for us as we run our race.

Don't Write My Obituary Just Yet
Don't Write My Obituary Just Yet

Author: Missy Buchanan

Publisher: Upper Room Books

Published: 2011-04-01

Total Pages: 76

ISBN-13: 0835812049

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Even when we're old, God can still use us. In Don't Write My Obituary Just Yet, Missy Buchanan will warm your heart with her stories of older adults living with a sense of purpose and gratitude for the life God has given them. As Buchanan writes in the introduction, "Good stories leave an imprint on our hearts and inspire us to live differently." The 30 stories in this enlarged-print book give us glimpses into the lives of ordinary people ranging from 70 to 100 years old. Some of these folks are active; others are dealing with physical or mental decline. All exemplify how strong faith can help us overcome struggles and sorrows and live in hope. A scripture and prayer accompany each story. This book will uplift any older adult who needs to know that their life still matters to God and others. It's also an encouraging guide for middle-aged people wondering how they can live meaningful lives in their later years, even if they are ill or frail.

Joyfully Aging
Joyfully Aging

Author: Richard Bimler

Publisher:

Published: 2012

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780758637727

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Celebrate the blessing of aging and the gift of life. In Joyfully Aging readers will gain insight on the limitless opportunity to witness their faith to others and live vibrant, grace-filled lives.