I've updated this week's nondenominational worship service video with better captions and cropping. The theme is justice, in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, celebrated in the U.S. on January 15 this year. As frequently as we witness the lack of justice in our country and around the world, I love scripture's admonition to … Continue reading Dementia-friendly church service: Justice (MLK Jr. Day)
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Dementia-friendly worship services for 2024: a suggested lineup
Hello dear friends! Thank you for your continued service to elders with dementia. I am honored to continue to create resources to serve their and your needs. As you probably know, I've recorded more than a year's worth of dementia-friendly video church services on YouTube, and they're designed to work well year after year. Although … Continue reading Dementia-friendly worship services for 2024: a suggested lineup
Dementia-friendly church service: Gifts (Epiphany) — plus a volume tip!
This week's nondenominational worship service celebrates Epiphany, the final week of Advent and the story of the three wise men coming to worship the baby Jesus. Because these first Gentile believers brought gifts, the theme for this week's service is ... gifts 🎁 As always, this service is suitable for older adults with Alzheimer's disease … Continue reading Dementia-friendly church service: Gifts (Epiphany) — plus a volume tip!
How to lead a Bible study for people with dementia: Practical advice and resources
Happy new year! If you've been thinking about volunteering to lead a Bible study in a long-term care or nursing home but aren't sure where to start, this post is for you ☺️ You Can Do This Last week I received this wonderful email from a reader named Cindy: "Thank you so much for these … Continue reading How to lead a Bible study for people with dementia: Practical advice and resources
Dementia-friendly church service: New Year’s Eve 2023
I hope you all had a lovely Christmas! This week's nondenominational worship service for Advent week 5 aligns with New Year's Eve -- the Sunday following Christmas Eve. In this updated video, we look at God's promises for the future as we follow God's direction today in faith and hope. As always, this service is … Continue reading Dementia-friendly church service: New Year’s Eve 2023
