Mountain Toppers
Our Senior Adults Ministry, also known as the Mountain Toppers, consists of 4 distinct and separate types of activity. It is open to individuals of both genders who are over age 50 and older.
Fellowship:
The third Friday of each month, at 6:30 PM, is a special time for the older members of our congregation, as that is when we hold a pot-luck dinner, so that we may share good food and good fellowship in the joy of our Lord.
Care Group:
We also provide, through this ministry, support, care and encouragement tothe church at large. Rides, meals, notes and cards are just a few of the activities of our care group.
Nursing Home Ministry:
On the first Tuesday of each month, at 10:00 AM, we have a fellowship meeting with the residents of the Montgomery County Geriatric Center.
Evangelism:
The most broad-based of our Senior Adult ministries, this simply involves reaching out and providing to those in need. This also involves the sponsoring of church events for children, youth and adults.
Mountain Toppers Potluck Supper
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An Open Door
Read Acts 14:1 through 16:40
Paul…having been kept by the Holy Spirit from preaching the word in the province of Asia…. the Spirit of Jesus would not allow them to…. During the night Paul had a vision of a man of Macedonia standing and begging him, “Come over to Macedonia and help us” (Acts 16:6,7,9).
Twice God forbade Paul and his missionary party to go north into Asia, but directed them to Macedonia on the mainland of Greece. This caused the gospel to be spread in Europe instead of Asia. Because the gospel was planted in Europe it came to America on the Mayflower.
Because God directed Paul to Troas, hundreds of years later the United States of America was founded as a Christian nation and has been used of God to send missionaries all over the world. These few verses in Acts should cause tears of thankfulness and joy as we humbly realize, God in His sovereign grace sent Paul to Europe. What a challenge for Christians to take the gospel to those who have not received it!
Challenge for Today: When you are actively seeking the Lord’s will and He closes doors, watch for Him to open another door instead.
Quicklook: Acts 16:6–15
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Ten Goals for Senior Adults
1. Admit you are a senior adult. In many cultures those over fifty are highly esteemed. Look for ways to honor those who are older than you, setting precedence for the younger generation.
2. Assess your past and prepare for the future. Consider how God has provided spiritually for you and determine now to begin or continue your relationship with Him.
3. Avail yourself of education regarding health issues. Many communities and medical centers provide free screenings and classes to keep you aware of symptoms and treatment before they become serious.
4. Accompany older senior adults to activities and doctors' visits. Your help is invaluable to them, and you will learn from their experiences how to enhance your own life as a senior.
5. Allow yourself to set new priorities and commitments. Determine what is important to you and approach these ideals with a renewed commitment of achievement.
6. Account for your financial status and goals. Examine your insurance policies, bank accounts, wills, and trusts and decide what you can do to enhance your finances for the future.
7. Attend activities provided by your church and community. Fellowship with others stimulates the mind and eliminates self-pity.
8. Approach others and encourage them to attend senior adult classes and activities. You will add to your circle of friends and benefit both you and them.
9. Analyze anxieties and give them to God. His assurance of care and peace allows you to mature spiritually.
10. Anticipate all God has for you as a senior adult and become aware of the blessing you can be to others.
The World's Graying Population
- There are 600 million people older than 60, a number that is projected to triple over the next 50 years to 2 billion.
- By 2050, the number of people older than 60 will exceed the number of children younger than 14 for the first time in history.
- The population of people older than 60 is growing by 2 percent each year, considerably faster than the general population.
- The fastest growing group is those 80 years or older. Now, one in 10 people are in the group; by the middle of the century, one in five will be in the category.
- In 2000, nearly twice as many women as men were older than 80 and nearly five times as many women as men were older than 100.
Senior Adult Resources
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Renew Your Faith
Tired of the same old stuff? Make an effort to renew your relationship with God. -
Prayer
How do YOU pray? -
Grandma's House
Willing to reach out to students who need grandparents? -
Change Happens
Stuck in the same old rut? Open your heart to change and see what God has for you. -
What to Expect in a Nursing Home Atmosphere
Helpful advice before heading into the nursing homes to minister.
