While in seminary, Pratt Dean felt a call to missions. He was appointed as an IMB missionary to Japan in 1966, and in 1970 he married Rita, who had been serving in Taiwan. The two served in Japan together until their retirement in 1999.
Everyone in church leadership seems to be talking about how to reach next gen individuals. But what do you do when your church is filled with seniors?
“Across the board, [experts on dementia] say socialization is the thing people need. … They are still capable of creating new memories,” Leigh Simmons, director of Pathways, said.
“I’m thankful God bestowed on me gifts and abilities I’ve tried to faithfully use in His kingdom work.” —Janet Erwin upon her retirement in December 2020
Kenneth Alan Farley of Leesburg, Alabama, formerly of Albertville, died April 6. He was 66.
This year, May 4 is the day designated by the Southern Baptist Convention to celebrate and recognize the contributions of older adults in our congregations.
“My goal with music is to lift up the good things, things like marriage, things like stopping and spending time with your wife and your kids,” Guy Penrod said.
In his five years as Samford’s coach, Bucky McMillan led the team to four 20-win seasons. Samford president Beck Taylor said they were “indebted” to him for “reestablishing the Samford men’s basketball program’s tradition of excellence.”
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