I promised I'd let you know whenever I post a new worship service, so here's the latest one. This week I chose the theme of Abiding. I'm not sure why I decided on this theme. Maybe it's because the old hymn "Abide With Me" has been running through my head: Abide with me, fast falls the … Continue reading Abide: new worship service for elders with Alzheimer’s
Tag: bible
Why the crown of thorns gets me every time
Of all the graphic images of the pain and indignities that Jesus suffered on his way to and upon the cross, for some reason it’s the crown of thorns that gets me every time. (Yes, there is a tie-in to spiritual care for elders, so stay with me.) Why does the crown of thorns bother … Continue reading Why the crown of thorns gets me every time
The value of humor with Alzheimer’s
You’ll notice that in many of the worship services offered on this site, I include some kind of humorous story or jokes. In addition, during bible studies I often stop and point out amusing notes that pertain to the passage, like the stinky smell of sheep (Luke 15) or the image of the persistent widow […]
Widows, orphans, and prisoners: God’s heart for elders with dementia
“Religion that is pure and undefiled before God the Father is this: to visit orphans and widows in their affliction …” (James 1:27) “Remember those who are in prison, as though in prison with them …” (Hebrews 13:3) “‘When did we see you sick or in prison and visit you?’ And the King will answer, ‘Truly, I say to you, … Continue reading Widows, orphans, and prisoners: God’s heart for elders with dementia
How to lead a Bible study for elders with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia
You'll find numerous bible study guides on this site, but you may still have questions about how to do it, especially if you've never led a bible study before.
