For the third week of Lent, the nondenominational worship service theme is charity. As always, this video church service is suitable for older adults with Alzheimer's and other dementias. In the New Testament, charity is the same word as love -- the Greek word agape. It connotes an unconditional kindness, a love that's not just … Continue reading Dementia-friendly church service: Charity (Lent, week 3)
First: My deep thanks to all of you who have held me in your thoughts and prayers this week. Grief continues, but the Lord has been and is very present, giving peace that passes all understanding (Philippians 4:7). Second: Here is this week's nondenominational worship service video. It's got even more singing than usual because … Continue reading Dementia-friendly church service: Treasure (Chinese New Year 2021)
I always enjoy making these worship service videos, but this week's church video was particularly fun to put together. It's on the theme of beauty, so I get to reflect on and show off some of my favorite types of beauty. As usual the worship service is suitable for seniors with Alzheimer's and other dementias. … Continue reading Dementia-friendly church service: beauty
Like most people, I'm grieving the events of the past week. And I struggled with how to put together a worship service that honors and balances the spiritual needs of those who are living with dementia -- my primary audience -- with the feelings of any seniors who are aware of what's happening. This week's … Continue reading Dementia-friendly church service: Justice
Following the traditional church calendar, this week's nondenominational church service for seniors is on the theme of baptism and water. As usual, the theme and format are designed for elders with Alzheimer's and other dementias -- but also as usual, the worship service is suitable for anyone. It's a welcome reminder of the refreshment and … Continue reading Dementia-friendly church service: Water and baptism
