To have an effective senior adult ministry, we need to begin with a biblical view of old age. As we look at Scripture we find that seniors matter to God and still have a purpose to fulfill.<\/p>\n
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Based on a biblical foundation, these three factors should enter into the development of a senior adult ministry.<\/p>\n
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- treating them with respect and honor, dignity and worth<\/strong><\/em> (Lev. 19:32; Prov. 23:22) not pitying them or seeing them as bothersome or in the way — ready to learn from and gain wisdom from them<\/em> (Job 12:12)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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- meeting their needs in accordance with our God-given responsibility<\/strong><\/em> (1 Tim. 5:1ff) not ignoring or forgetting about them — ready to reach out to them with love and compassion<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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- Resource: Age Level Characteristics: Adults Module Download<\/a> (One of the four adult age levels included in this resource relates to older-aged adults.)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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- encouraging them to keep growing in their walk with God and to live out His continued purposes for them<\/strong><\/em> (Ps. 71:18; 92:12-15) not to feel useless and give up regardless of their physical condition and life circumstances — ready to integrate them into the Body and open meaningful doors of opportunity for them<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
Articles:<\/p>\n
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- Mentoring by Older Men<\/a><\/li>\n
- Mentoring by Older Women<\/a><\/li>\n
- Motivating Senior Adults to Learn<\/a><\/li>\n
- The 87-year-old Missionary<\/a> – sees her retirement home as a mission field<\/li>\n
- When Are You Too Old To Be a Children’s Minister?<\/a><\/li>\n
- Why You Need Senior Adults in Your Church<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Books:<\/p>\n
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- 101 Ways to Reinvest Your Life<\/a> by Steve Sjogren, Janie Sjogren<\/li>\n
- Don’t Write My Obituary Just Yet: Inspiring Faith Stories for Older Adults<\/a> by Missy Buchanan<\/li>\n
- Extending Your Heritage<\/a> by J. Otis Ledbetter, Randy Scott<\/li>\n
- Growing Older & Wiser<\/a> (Lifeguide Bible Studies) by Dale & Sandy Larsen<\/li>\n
- Improving with Age: God’s Plan for Getting Older and Better<\/a> by Stuart & Jill Briscoe<\/li>\n
- Joy Boosters: 120 Ways to Encourage Older Adults<\/a> by Missy Buchanan<\/li>\n
- Living with Purpose in a Worn-Out Body: Spiritual Encouragement for Older Adults<\/a> by Missy Buchanan<\/li>\n
- No Wrinkles on the Soul: A Book of Readings for Older Adults<\/a> by Richard L. Morgan<\/li>\n
- Senior Saints: Growing Older in God’s Family<\/a> (Fisherman Bible Studyguide Series) by James & Martha Reapsome<\/li>\n
- Talking with God in Old Age<\/a>: Meditations and Psalms by Missy Buchanan<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Other Helps:<\/p>\n
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- Large Print Bibles<\/a><\/li>\n
- resources on grandparenting<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Helpful Resources about Senior Adults Ministries<\/h2>\n
Articles:<\/p>\n
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- 5 Ways to Serve Elderly Church Members<\/a><\/li>\n
- Why You Need Senior Adults in Your Church<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Books:<\/p>\n
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- An Age of Opportunity: Intentional Ministry by, with, and for Older Adults<\/a> by Richard H. Gentzler Jr.<\/li>\n
- Catch the Age Wave : A Handbook for Effective Ministry With Senior Adults<\/a> by Win and Charles Arn<\/li>\n
- Senior Adult Discipleship: Essentials for Effective Church Ministry to Senior Adults<\/a> by Bernard M. Spooner, ed.<\/li>\n
- Senior Adult Ministry in the 21st Century: Step-By-Step Strategies for Reaching People over 50<\/a> by David P. Gallagher<\/li>\n
- Senior Adult Ministry Volunteer Handbook<\/a> by Mikal Keefer<\/li>\n
- Vision For The Aging Church: Renewing Ministry For And By Seniors<\/a> by James M. Houston, Michael Parker<\/li>\n
- Working the Gray Zone : A Call for Proactive Ministry by and with Older Adults<\/a> by Charles G. Oakes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Resources for Caregivers of Aging Adults<\/h2>\n
Books:<\/p>\n
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- Caring For Your Aging Parents<\/a> by Barbara Deane<\/li>\n
- Complete Guide to Caring for Aging Loved Ones<\/a> by Focus on the Family<\/li>\n
- The Complete Eldercare Planner Start, Which Questions to Ask, and How to Find Help<\/a> by Joy Loverde<\/li>\n
- The Caregiving Season: Finding Grace to Honor Your Aging Parents<\/a> by Jane Daly<\/li>\n
- The Eldercare Handbook: Difficult Choices, Compassionate Solutions<\/a> by Stella Mora Henry R.N.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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