Here's this week's slightly updated nondenominational worship service on family -- a topic near and dear to most elders' hearts. What a comfort that we are adopted into God's family by faith -- tying us eternally to our Father and his worldwide family of every age, background, and ability. As always, this service is suitable … Continue reading Dementia-friendly church service: Family
I've made a few minor updates to this week's nondenominational worship service on courage. I love this topic because I see astonishing courage in my elders every time I'm with them. It takes courage to live with constant brain and body changes! Thankfully, God promises his presence no matter what (see Joshua 1:9). As always, … Continue reading Dementia-friendly church service: Courage
I've made slight updates to this week's nondenominational worship service on wisdom. Every time I do this service, I enjoy hearing wisdom from the elders, including those with Alzheimer's and other dementias. I encourage you to take the time to draw out elders' wise thoughts -- and maybe even write them down to create some … Continue reading Dementia-friendly church service: Wisdom
I recorded a brand-new video for this week's nondenominational church service theme of abiding. I especially enjoy the illustrations with the orchid and the balloon -- both visual examples of how God's spirit nourishes and empowers us when we abide!
This week's nondenominational church service focuses on citizenship, coinciding with the U.S. Fourth of July. It aims to engage older adults, including those with Alzheimer’s or dementia, and explores themes relevant to God's kingdom. An older video on security and U.S. history is also available but may be less applicable outside the U.S.
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