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Senior Adult Ministries

"Grey hair is the crown of glory, it is gained in a righteous life."--Proverbs 16:31

The Senior Adults at New Hope UMC, informally known as Ole' Hopers', are those members of the congregation who are 60 years of age and over, but all ages are welcome. This ministry is designed to help senior adults continue to grow spiritually to find a comfortable and safe setting to participate in Christian education, fellowship, friendships, travel and support groups.

Mission Statement

To know Christ and to make Him known through special ministry opportunities for senior adults.

Goals and Objectives

• To recognize the importance of maintaining Christian fellowship and spiritual growth
   as we grow older.
• To keep our minds active and alert by participating in study, work and play.
• To be a friend to someone and ease their worries by showing a loving concern for one
   another.
• To reach out and be of service whenever and wherever needed in our church and in
   our community.

Ministry Focus Areas

To meet our mission statement, goals and objectives we have several areas in which our senior adult ministries will be focused.

Spiritual Enrichment
• Devotionals and prayers at all gatherings
• Bible Study Opportunities

Learning Opportunities
• Financial and estate planning
• Educational Opportunities
• Classes for specific skills or hobbies

Socialization
• Luncheons and Dinners
• Covered dish dinners in the Fellowship Hall, usually on the 3rd Thursday of each
   month
• Day Trips to places of interest in the Perquimans area and surrounding communities.
   These trips are usually at minimum expense. Longer travel adventures are offered
   from time to time to various destinations around the state and the country.
   Transportation is provided in cars.
• Overnight Trips
• Game night includes bingo, board games, or cards

Service Opportunities
• Administrative help in office
• Meals on Wheels

Services Needed
• Visitation for the homebound and at nursing homes
• Food when returning home from the hospital
• Simple home maintenance and repairs for the elderly

For more information on how you can help call the Health and Welfare Ministry or the Visitations/Evangelism Ministry.

Rocky Hock Outing September 2007

Mature Adults1

The Mature Adults first outing to the Rocky Hock Playhouse Dinner Theatre on September 25th to see "Carolina Jamboree, was a fun adventure.

Mature Adults2

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