Family caregivers are among those for whom we give thanks every November. While family caregivers should be celebrated every day, this is a time to recognize and honor caregivers nationally, raise awareness around caregiving issues, educate congregations, and work to increase support for family caregivers.
Gordon Memorial United Methodist Church’s Best Years program has served church and community members for more than 10 years. During that time, church members applied for and received several ENCORE Ministry Foundation grants. Here’s a glimpse into the program’s start and lasting legacy. “Our Best Years program evolved from a Bible Study program that began over 10 years ago,” said …
Dr. Richard Gentzler provides tips and resources for Celebrating Older Americans Month and/or Older Adult Recognition Day.
Free downloadable resource provides ideas and worship resources for church leaders wanting to celebrate Older Adult Recognition Day 2024
Honoring Kent McNish’s service as ENCORE Ministry’s founding executive director, the Kent McNish Fund for Older Adult Food Security was established.
Watch older adult ministry training event held on October 26, 2023. Downloadable resource also available.
Our churches are graying. But aging and growing older shouldn’t be thought of as a negative life stage. Aging can be the path leading toward maturity, growth, and wisdom.
On October 26, 2023, ENCORE Ministry – in partnership with engAGING Communities TN, UT Chattanooga’s School of Nursing’s older adult initiative – is hosting an event for older adults and older adult ministry leaders.
Each May, congregations are invited to observe Older Adult Recognition Day – the same month our nation observes Older Americans Month. Ideas and links to resources are provided in this article.
Free resources to help church leaders plan Older Adult Recognition Day.