And the desert shall rejoice and blossom as the rose” . Isaiah 35:1
The sad realities of our modern church growth movement is the fact that senior citizens have been neglected. The primary mission our Grace Chapel’s Seniors’ Ministry is to honor them for their contributions, long lives and wisdom. We desire to minister the love of Jesus to these seasoned and important members of Grace Chapel who are our prayer warriors and givers. We provide activities and fellowship for them and allow them every opportunity to serve and share their gifts, wisdom, and knowledge with others as they continue their walk with the Lord.
Some of our objectives for this ministry are to involve the seniors in the works of ministry:
- build up their personal knowledge of God’s Word
- Encourage them in the ministry of prayer and other ministries of the church
- Encourage, visit and help seniors who are homebound or confined to nursing homes.
- Promote a spirit of evangelism to help fulfill the great commission
- To help them at the end of their lives to get ready for eternity
We are blessed that God has allowed us to make this ministry available for Seniors as we know that God made this a part of His divine plan. As David wrote in Psalms 92:14, “They shall still bring forth fruit in old age; they shall be fat and flourishing”
Monthly Meeting and Luncheon
This group of wonderful, vibrant, and exciting people are known as the ‘Senior Saints’ Ministry and is under the direction of Irene Clark with the assistance of her husband, Dr. Grant Clark. Every 3rd Thursday of the month, a Meeting and Luncheon, from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon, is provided.
Our dedicated kitchen staff have been such a blessing for many years. Irene Clark and other volunteer, make a wonderfully delicious meals that are healthy, are prepared and provided to the Seniors on a suggested donation basis.
Senior Monthly Trips
The monthly trips that the ‘Senior Saints’ take are as the weather permits. The weekly church bulletin help to keep everyone aware of when and where the trips will be. Those interested may call the church or sign up for these trips at the Hospitality Desk in the church foyer.
The Senior Saints Newsletter
The monthly newsletter will be under the guidance of Rosemary Weaver with others contributing helpful hints on health etc., birthday and anniversary reminders, and uplifting and encouraging words from God’s Word.
For more information contact Grace Chapel.
