This week's nondenominational church service for elders, especially those with Alzheimer's and other dementias, focuses on the theme of community. It's not easy these days to feel a part of a larger community, but the spiritual truth is that even when we are apart, we are together -- and we need each other (perhaps more … Continue reading Dementia-friendly worship service: Community
If there's one thing that elders, including those with Alzheimer's and dementia, understand clearly, it's suffering. They have no illusions that life is easy or that God owes them happiness at all times and in all things. But they, like the rest of us, also crave reassurance that suffering is not in vain and that … Continue reading Dementia-friendly worship service: Suffering
According to the traditional church calendar, this Sunday, August 9, is Transfiguration Sunday, so that's the theme of this week's nondenominational YouTube church service. It's designed for elders, particularly those with Alzheimer's and other dementias, who are shut in and unable to attend their regular church due to continued covid-19 restrictions. Transfiguration Sunday honors the … Continue reading Nondenominational worship service: Transfiguration Sunday
Greetings! Here is this week's online nondenominational church service video for elders, particularly those with Alzheimer's and other dementias. The theme is mercy. There's so much to say about mercy and forgiveness that this 46-minute service barely scratches the surface. Nevertheless, I hope it blesses and encourages your seniors who are still in isolation due … Continue reading Nondenominational church service for seniors: Mercy
Along with the rest of the world, my heart has been heavy this week. One response: This week's online church service is on the theme of lament. It's important to keep in mind that this 48-minute service is designed specifically for elders with Alzheimer's and other dementias. I do not detail specific news events, which … Continue reading Nondenominational worship service: Lament
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