In a world where hardship and bad news seem like the norm, I know hope can feel elusive. So I hope this week's nondenominational worship service on hope -- placing our trust in God and his goodness for our future -- will be a blessing to you and the elders in your care. As always, … Continue reading Dementia-friendly church service: Hope (2021)
Here is this week's nondenominational worship service designed for older adults with Alzheimer's and other dementias. The theme is patience -- one of the more elusive fruits of the Spirit, in my humble opinion 😉 Watch the 47-minute worship service on patience here. I've really appreciated people's feedback on these videos, as well as suggestions … Continue reading Dementia-friendly church service: Patience (2021)
This week's nondenominational worship service is on the theme of friendship. It's always fun to talk with seniors about the friends they've had in life. In terms of faith, what does it mean that God is our friend, and that we are friends with God? As always, the worship service format is suitable for older … Continue reading Dementia-friendly church service: Friendship (2021)
This week's nondenominational worship service is on the theme of abiding. As always, this video is suitable for older adults with Alzheimer's and other dementias. I love the way the Bible describes abiding in God as connected to his life-giving presence -- the way a branch draws sustenance from the tree. Note that this updated … Continue reading Dementia-friendly church service: Abide (2021)
Hello friends -- I almost forgot to post this resource for those of you who would like a dementia-friendly Bible discussion for today, Maundy Thursday, a remembrance of the Last Supper. "Maundy" comes from the Latin word for mandate. It refers to the new commandment that Jesus gave his followers that night: Love one another. … Continue reading Today: Maundy Thursday and Communion
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