In many small and rural churches, senior adults are the majority of the congregation. They are faithful, experienced, and often underserved by ministry resources that focus on younger demographics. This hub points you to practical resources for ministering to and with senior adults.
Articles
- Men’s Isolation in Rural Churches — Isolation affects senior adults disproportionately. This article addresses the broader isolation challenge in rural congregations.
- Community-Building Practices for Rural Congregations — How to build genuine community across generations in a small church.
- Spiritual Survival and Soul Care — Relevant for pastors caring for senior adults through difficult seasons.
Related Resources
- Rural Church Leadership Hub — Resources for pastors serving congregations with significant senior adult populations.
- Volunteer Management Hub — Many senior adults are your most faithful volunteers. These resources help you recruit, train, and appreciate them well.
- Pastoral Transition Resources — Senior adults often carry the institutional memory of the church through transitions.
In the Shop
- Church Leadership Resources — Governance and administrative tools for churches with experienced lay leadership.