books by Richard H. Gentzler Jr (ministries retirement guidelines)

books by Richard H. Gentzler Jr

books:

Designing an Older Adult Ministry
Richard H. Gentzler Jr.

Discipleship Resources, 1999

Building on the success of Designing a Ministry by, with, and for Older Adults, author Rick Gentzler gives readers new ways to develop and strengthen ministries with older adults, providing: information about the needs and life issues of older adults; tools to help congregations evaluate their current situation; models for ministry with older adults; and suggested resources. 6"" x 9"" (1999) For more information on ministries with older adults: ...

Adult Ministries: Ministries that help adults love God and neighbor (Guidelines for Leading Your Congregation)
Jr. Richard H. Gentzler, Bill Crenshaw

Cokesbury, 2000

Forty-Sixty: A Study for Midlife Adults Who Want to Make a Difference
Richard H. Gentzler Jr., Craig Kennet Miller

Discipleship Resources, 2003

Designed to be used individually or in a small group, Forty-Sixty identifies 10 significant issues many people in their 40s, 50s and 60s face as they experience midlife. Gentzler and Miller help individuals understand the problems of midlife and suggest ways to cope constructively. Each chapter explores a midlife issue and includes a Bible study guide to enable the reader to draw upon God's word and wisdom for direction and meaning. Issues ...

Aging and Ministry in the 21st Century: An Inquiry Approach
Jr. Richard H. Gentzler

Discipleship Resources, 2008

The church is in the hands of its elders. While the popular perception is that the aged are needy and infirm, Gentzler affirms the majority of older adults have plenty to give. The church needs to tap into their wisdom, energy, experience, and talents. Gentzler stresses that older adult ministries need to be by and with elders as well as for them, since participants will represent all stages of retirement and activity levels. In addition to the ...

Rock of Ages: A Worship and Songbook for Retirement Living
General Board of Discipleship - UMC

CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, 2011

This large-print ecumenical songbook and worship guide is perfect for use in nursing homes, retirement communities, hospitals, homes and other older adult settings. It includes resources for leading worship, as well as the lyrics to more than 95 familiar hymns.

Gen2Gen: Sharing Jesus Across the Generations
Craig Kennet Miller

CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, 2012

Gen2Gen: Sharing Jesus Across the Generations is a collection of articles about the newest trends and issues that are impacting individuals, families, churches, and communities. Developed by a staff team at GBOD of the United Methodist Church, Gen2Gen is a valuable resource for pastors, teachers, and leaders in your church.