How ministry leaders can help older adults be a vital part of Christian community With the explosion of the older adult population, this important book explores the opportunities and challenges that this presents for the Christian community. Amy Hanson challenges us to let go of many old stereotypes regarding aging and embrace a new paradigm that sees older adults as active, healthy and capable of making significant contributions. * Debunks the myths of aging that keep us from fully embracing the potential of people in life's second half * Offers suggestions on how to re-invent ministry with older adults * Focuses on unleashing older adults to serve and make an impact on churches and congregations * A volume in the Leadership Network series The author shows church leaders how they can unleash the power of the baby boomer population to strengthen their congregations.
- ISBN10 0470500794
- ISBN13 9780470500798
- Publish Date 20 August 2010 (first published 1 January 2010)
- Publish Status Active
- Publish Country US
- Imprint John Wiley & Sons Inc
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 226
- Language English