Aging and Ministry in the 21st Century

The church is in the hands of its elders. While the popular perception is that the aged are needy and infirm, Rick Gentzler affirms that the majority of older adults have plenty to give. The church needs to tap into their wisdom, energy, experience, and talents.

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The Art and Joy of Giving Money Away

[cs_content][cs_element_section _id=”1″ ][cs_element_layout_row _id=”2″ ][cs_element_layout_column _id=”3″ ][cs_element_text _id=”4″ ][cs_content_seo]by Charles Hewgley, Chair, Golden Cross Foundation The Golden Cross Foundation (GCF)

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Learning to Grow Old

[cs_content][cs_element_section _id=”1″ ][cs_element_layout_row _id=”2″ ][cs_element_layout_column _id=”3″ ][cs_element_text _id=”4″ ][cs_content_seo]By Dr. Richard H. Gentzler, Jr., director, ENCORE Ministry Recently, when I

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Retire-To Volunteering Podcast

Host Ed Zinkiewicz uncovers engaging—sometimes surprising, but never dull— volunteer opportunities available to retirees. Interviewing volunteers and volunteer coordinators each

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2025 Annual Impact Report

Empowering Churches.

Honoring Senior Adults.

Strengthening Communities.