Day 32 — Seniors Communions
Thursday, March 29, 2007
God’s Word
“'In the last days, God says, I will pour out my Spirit on all people. Your sons and daughters will prophesy, your young men will see visions, your old men will dream dreams.” – Acts 2:17
Remember Me
Picture… People gather in wheelchairs. People are helped into chairs in the main sitting room. People who were unable to attend church the previous Sunday gather to hear a message and receive communion.
Description… A pastor leads communion at one of our local seniors homes for residents who are members of this church and others who wish to participate.
Why… The worship experiences are an extension of the congregational worship services bringing word and sacrament ministry to those in later life. These services communicate to participants that they are not forgotten.
Lives Are Changed… After a lifetime of faith, old memories are rekindled. After a lifetime of faith, people still gather as God’s people. Facing illness or difficulty late in life, the message of Jesus Christ and the good news embodied in the bread and wine of communion, communicate hope and renewal.
Connect… Anyone can join for communion at the various seniors homes such as Riverwood, Mill Ridge, Cambridge Health Care Center, Grandview, River Hills and others. The schedules vary.
Prayer… Lord, speak to us your will and word of hope to those in later life. May your presence be strong and clear. Amen
God’s Word
“'In the last days, God says, I will pour out my Spirit on all people. Your sons and daughters will prophesy, your young men will see visions, your old men will dream dreams.” – Acts 2:17
Remember Me
Picture… People gather in wheelchairs. People are helped into chairs in the main sitting room. People who were unable to attend church the previous Sunday gather to hear a message and receive communion.
Description… A pastor leads communion at one of our local seniors homes for residents who are members of this church and others who wish to participate.
Why… The worship experiences are an extension of the congregational worship services bringing word and sacrament ministry to those in later life. These services communicate to participants that they are not forgotten.
Lives Are Changed… After a lifetime of faith, old memories are rekindled. After a lifetime of faith, people still gather as God’s people. Facing illness or difficulty late in life, the message of Jesus Christ and the good news embodied in the bread and wine of communion, communicate hope and renewal.
Connect… Anyone can join for communion at the various seniors homes such as Riverwood, Mill Ridge, Cambridge Health Care Center, Grandview, River Hills and others. The schedules vary.
Prayer… Lord, speak to us your will and word of hope to those in later life. May your presence be strong and clear. Amen
