The Summer 2019 issue of Church Health Reader looks at aging and well-being and how congregations can support the challenges and gifts of later life.
Editors Note
Health Ministry Connections: How to Use This Issue in Your Congregation
Features
Starring Roles Late in Life
Biblical perspectives on aging
By Robin Gallaher Branch
Quick Facts on Aging and How the Church Can Help
Limits of Life, Grace in Transitions
Q&A with Martin E. Marty and Peter W. Marty
By Susan Martins Miller
Looking for New Life
A place for congregations to care
By Joyce Dinkins
Changing Ages, Changing Bodies
The church’s call to support wellness as members age
By Laura Todd
Bible Study Outlines
Aging and Well-Being: 4 Bible Study Outlines
Programs and Models
Cords of Grace
Congregational care for memory loss
By Debby Frantti and Molly Henning
Model Moments
Faith Life: Emergency Preparedness
Medicine: Sleep—It’s Not Just for Babies
Movement: My Movement
Work: Bringing Health to Work
Emotional: Reflections for Times of Loss
Nutrition: Tips for Healthy Picnics and BBQs
Friends and Family: Building Healthy Habits in Kids