‘In God We Trust’: Westwood senior adults celebrate red, white & blue at VBS
July 21, 2026
Around 150 senior adults celebrated 250 years of the United States of America recently during the first day of Vacation Bible School.
First person: Dealing with dementia — A skill I’m having to learn
May 31, 2026
Our world changed in August 2024. A neighbor called to say, “Your wife is lying on the pavement.” When I got there, Bertha was on the ground surrounded by several neighbors.
‘Heavenly minded’ senior adults gather for encouragement
May 21, 2026
An author and former pastor suggests Christians often neglect the doctrine of heaven to their detriment.
As populations age, what does this mean for missions?
April 16, 2026
European streets and sidewalks still bustle with a young generation that is growing through immigration. However, more and more neighborhoods are filled with senior citizens.
Ministry connects churches with people living with dementia
February 20, 2026
Respite for All (RFA), an Alabama-based non-profit that began in 2012 to assist people living with dementia and their caregivers and families, has grown dramatically over the past 13 years.
Alabama churches minister to families living with dementia
February 20, 2026
Two Alabama Baptist churches have seen a tremendous need and are making a difference in the lives of people and families living with dementia.
Felt Needs series: Supporting caregivers in your church
January 28, 2026
Caregiving the elderly is a major and growing concern in our society — a concern that affects all of us at one time or another.
Second annual 55-plus Vacation Bible School blesses senior adult ministry
October 30, 2025
Great ideas for church activities are found in many places — some through association newsletters and newspapers like The Alabama Baptist, others through word of mouth at meetings and conferences.
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