Senior Adult Ministry


Hello... Welcome and God Bless you,
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My name is Brinda Peterson, I am the minister to Senior Adults. As pastor to the seniors, I believe it is our responsibility to minister to both the spiritual, as well as, the practical needs of the people.
With that in mind, we offer a variety of programs and events that are especially developed for those either close to retirement or already enjoying that season of their life.

A well rounded ministry takes a lot of work and a lot of workers; therefore, we'd like to encourage you to join our ministry team in the service of the Lord.  
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"God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us." Romans 5:8

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pcoming Senior Adult Events
 
    
Name the ministry contest...
We are looking for a fun name for our ministry and for our ministry groups. Place your name suggestion in the box in the sanctuary. We will be voting on the various suggestions in next month's liftletter. Top three choices will when a prize.


NEW FOR 2012


We will be dusting off the Hymnals and Bibles.

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especially for adults 55+
Thursday's at 10:30 AM

Be prepared to meet the Lord during this midweek worship service.

   
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(All movies begin at 2:00 PM - Movies are subject to change, depending on availability.)
* June 11th  * September 10th  * December 10th

 
 
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(Events and dates are subject to change, depending on overall church activities.) 

* January 27th  * February 24th * March 30th
* April 27th  * May 25th  * June 29th
* July 27th  * August 31rd  * September 28th
* October 26th  * November 30th  * December 28th



HAVE A BLESSED WEEK




Senior Adult Bible Studies
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We currently have two opportunities to study God's word with other senior adult believers. Our studies are on Sunday Night at 5:00 PM downstairs in the Gray Zone, and Wednesday Mornings at 10:30 AM at McCall Village in the social hall. We invite you to join us as we dig into God's word and learn what it means for us today. Be prepared to learn something new in this question/discussion style study. Beginning in January "2nd Corinthians."

Please note: Our Wednesday study meets in the social hall at McCall Village on Dinuba Avenue. Be sure to call the church for directions if you're not sure where it is. This study is open to all senior adults regardless of residence. If you live at the park, plan on joining us. 

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We believe that socialization is a key to healthy living, especially if one is no longer in the work force.  We offer a variety of fellowshipping events that help us connect with others and make new friendships. They are:

Friday Fun Fellowship... Each month we get together either on Friday afternoon or Friday evening for FUN. We try to schedule at least two Friday Fun Fellowship events a month. In the past we have played the "Price is Right" Game, enjoyed an Old Time Gospel Hymn Sing, had a Pot Luck accompanied by a fun hour of Bingo and we gathered to play the "Let's Make a Deal" which was a hoot and had a night of dominoes. To add to our fun, when we play the games there is always an opportunity to win fun and usable prize. In addition to "in house" activities, we go bowling the last Friday of every month, during the warmer months we enjoy picnics in the park, concert in the parks and more.

Monday Matinee Movies...
At least three times a year, we turn back the hands of time to yester-year with our 10 cent movies and 5 cent popcorn. The type of movies vary from month to month (western, comedy, musical, ect.) but we guarantee that the newest of these movies will be from a day gone by. And that's not all, your 10 cent ticket automatically puts you into our drawing for a grocery store gift card, pharmacy gift card or postage stamps. We invite you and your senior friends to come out and join us at the movies.
 

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Along with these type of events, we also fellowship together about once a quarter, as we go on either a Day trip or an overnight trip.


 

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Day Trips are a great way to combine fellowship with outreach...  We have a grand time on the road. In the past, we have toured the Blossom Trail and ate lunch at the Blossom Trail Cafe, shopped in Gilroy at the outlets and went to the Getty Musuem. We have gone to Roger Rockas Dinner Theater to see "Man of La Mancha," and Second Space Playhouse to see "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" and "A Christmas Carol." We have also gone to see several of the Wrinkles performances at City College.


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Like Day Trips, Overnight trips allow us to get better acquainted with our brothers and sisters in Christ. In years past, the seniors have gone on week long vacations together.  In the last few years, we have been on a trip to Hoover Dam, on an Alaskan Cruise, and flew to Florida to watch the Space Shuttle Launch. Besides trips for fun, we also enjoy trips for the purpose of renewing our spirits and worshipping God. A group of senior adults went to beautiful  Murieta Hots Springs for a three day Retreat/Conference and to Saddleback Church to hear Josh McDowell, H.B. London and Gavin McLeod speak. Be sure to keep watching for the exciting trips we will be planning each year.

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Outreach is about reaching out to others, especially those who do not know Jesus as their Lord and Savior. But sharing one's faith is not always as easy as it sounds. To assist individuals in this area we offer programs that allow us to share Jesus in practical ways first. One of the ways we achieve this is by offering Free Public Seminars about issues that apply to all seniors. We have offered a Senior Safety Seminar with guest speakers from the Fire Department, Police Department and Senior Center; a "Free Senior Entitlements" seminar with Dr. Kieth Lane a Certified Senior Advisor; a seminar on living wills and trusts. In 2010, we held a "Fit for Greater Things" seminar on physical and spiritual health with guest speaker Dr. Shetty a board certified cardiologist. Keep an eye on our calendar for upcoming dates.


Besides outreach programs and events that apply primarily to senior adults, the senior adults actively lend their assistance to other ministries within the congregation to reach out to the community, such as helping with VBS, sponsoring youth, and other adult ministry events. Our seniors are strong financial supporters within the church at large, allowing the church's outreach efforts to expand beyond what is described here.

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We are all called to be servants. Even Jesus said he "did not come to be served, but to serve." With our Seniors Helping Senior Program, it is our hope that all senior adults at SFBC will have their needs met whether they are practical needs or spiritual needs. This is especially important for our elderly and our widows/widowers. As mentioned earlier, a wholeistic ministry takes work and a lot of workers. Scroll down to see the variety of sevice opportunities available and let us know where you can best be of service.

 


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Being the Hands and Feet of Jesus!

Senior Ministry Opportunities

Transportation ministry involves helping to provide transportation for senior adults; such as to church, a doctor’s appointment or grocery shopping.
Love Connection ministry involves visiting senior adults in their homes or rehabilitation centers, also making periodic phone calls and sending out encouragement cards.
Helps Ministry is about helping where needed. The main purpose of this ministry is to run errands for those who find themselves temporarily in need of assistance; such as picking up groceries, postage stamps, medications and such.
Meal Ministry involves preparing a meal for seniors who are ill or who have just returned from a hospital stay.
Events Ministry includes but not limited to: helping with advertising such as, passing out flyers and making phone calls; helping prepare for events such as set up tables and chairs prior to an event, making copies and preparing packet information, supplying raffle prizes and other supplies needed; helping at the event such as, greeters, passing out information or supplies, kitchen helpers preparing snacks, drinks and occasional meals, or clean up after an event. 
Phone Ministry involves making phone calls for the minister of Senior Adults when a large number of people need to be contacted. Its easy to do and all you really need is the time and a phone... but you can always make the calls from the church too. 
Senior Adult Ministry Team involves being the eyes and ears in order to make suggestions for upcoming events, speakers and trips, also helping to build enthusiasm within the senior population about the ministry.
Mission Opportunities are available. The church supports local, national and worldwide missions. We also adopt various short-term and long-term "hands on" mission opportunties which we encourage you to get involved in.

There are so many areas where you can be of great assistance to our ministry. Let us know which areas we can call on you for help.




light, heart“Adults 55+ Ministry”
By Pastor Brinda Peterson
Minister to Senior Adults


Let the LIGHT of Christ’s love SHINE forth.

 
Daily Bible Verse
“For the word of Jehovah is right; And all his work is done in faithfulness. He loveth righteousness and justice: The earth is full of the lovingkindness of Jehovah.” (Psalm 33:4-5)
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