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Great Ideas
For more information on each idea listed below, please contact Senior
New Ways.
"Great Idea" Number 1:
One way to get an older adult group meeting on a regular basis comes
from Marilyn Wilson (Grass Valley, CA), a layperson in the United
Methodist Church. She began by forming a Senior Task Force of a few
interested older adults and the pastor. They worked on program ideas,
include Meet and Share Our Stories, but it seemed their group was not
quite ready to share on that personal a level. They decided to hold a
special luncheon and program, inviting seniors 70 and older. The
program included a 'Gathering Time' with introductions related to their
personal exercise habits. They sang a blessing, followed by lunch and
another song ("My Favorite Things"). Marilyn then presented "Tips for
Aging Well" from Jane Thibault's work and book, A Deepening Love Affair
(1993). At the tables, they shared which tip they would try in the
following month. They closed with a thought for the month (Phillipians
4:8), evaluated the session, agreed to meet once a month for similar
activities, and closed with a benediction togther.
Ed. note: If you have been wondering how to get something in older
adult ministry going in your faith community, this is an excellent
approach. All it takes is a few dedicated people to make it happen!
"Great Idea" Number 2:
Best Practices Guide available from the Older Adult Ministry Council of
the CA-NV Conference of the United Methodist Church. Contact Susan
Harlan at susan.harlan@pacbell.net for more information.
New Ways.
"Great Idea" Number 1:
One way to get an older adult group meeting on a regular basis comes
from Marilyn Wilson (Grass Valley, CA), a layperson in the United
Methodist Church. She began by forming a Senior Task Force of a few
interested older adults and the pastor. They worked on program ideas,
include Meet and Share Our Stories, but it seemed their group was not
quite ready to share on that personal a level. They decided to hold a
special luncheon and program, inviting seniors 70 and older. The
program included a 'Gathering Time' with introductions related to their
personal exercise habits. They sang a blessing, followed by lunch and
another song ("My Favorite Things"). Marilyn then presented "Tips for
Aging Well" from Jane Thibault's work and book, A Deepening Love Affair
(1993). At the tables, they shared which tip they would try in the
following month. They closed with a thought for the month (Phillipians
4:8), evaluated the session, agreed to meet once a month for similar
activities, and closed with a benediction togther.
Ed. note: If you have been wondering how to get something in older
adult ministry going in your faith community, this is an excellent
approach. All it takes is a few dedicated people to make it happen!
"Great Idea" Number 2:
Best Practices Guide available from the Older Adult Ministry Council of
the CA-NV Conference of the United Methodist Church. Contact Susan
Harlan at susan.harlan@pacbell.net for more information.
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