Older Adults Ministry Opportunities
The Older Adults Ministry Team exists to develop
programs and fellowship opportunities to support and encourage older adults
in their Christian walk.
There are many ways for older adults (age 50 and over)
to become involved here at Edmonds United Methodist Church in areas of service
and fellowship.
The Older Adults Ministry Team is always open to those
who wish to join the team in the planning of events and activities.
The Older Adults Ministry Team
The
Older Adults Ministry Team consists of individuals who plan and facilitate
programs and events for the older adult population of our church, so that
their Christian walk can be more meaningful and can help further their faith
development in a variety of ways, as well as providing multiple
opportunities for making new friends and building relationships.
The Team meets monthly on the second Friday at 10:00
a.m. to discuss updates on existing programs, visioning for new ways to
reach out to others, and finding ways to facilitate fellowship.
Older Adults’ Camp
Each
year during the second week in September, a group of older adults heads for
eastern Washington to spend 3 days at Lazy Daze Camp. This is a relaxing
time to spend in the Lazy F Camp and Retreat Center enjoying getting to know
others from around the Annual Conference, hiking, workshops, campfires,
great food, and other outdoor and relational experiences. There is also an
Older Adult Spiritual Retreat held at Camp Indianola the first week in May.
On-the-Move Choir
The
On-the-Move Choir is a group of singers who meet on the third Thursday of
each month at 9:30 a.m. to sing hymns and other favorite songs. Then the
choir travels to nursing homes, rehab centers, etc., to bring the gift of
music to those who are less mobile.
Fellowship Groups
The Older Adults Team hosts a monthly potluck for all
interested adults 50 and older. Contact Mary Grinnell (425)778-0622 or Ginny
Scribner (425) 697-2682.
The Saturday Niters meet several times
per year on Saturday afternoon or evening for activities, events, and
fellowship experiences. Contact Norma Lamson (206) 542-3945.
The Senior Singles get together on the
first Sunday of each month following worship and go out to lunch at a local
restaurant. Contact Peggy Cousins (425) 697-3126.
For further information, please contact the church
office office@edmondsumc.org.
