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Items From The Fall 2006 Issue
Happenings
(by Stephen B. Sparks)
Meet Dave
 Dave Weston has been appointed as the new director of Senior Adult Ministries for the Assemblies of God. Dave is a native of Springfield, Missouri, who brings many years of ministry experience and expertise. He attended Missouri State University and Central Bible College, acquiring his degree in church music. Dave served on the faculty of the Music Department at Central Bible College and for several years was the pianist for the Blackwood Brothers. After serving as music pastor in several districts, he settled again in Springfield in 1981 as part of the pastoral staff at Park Crest Assembly of God. Since 1988, he has served as the director of Senior Adult Ministries at Park Crest. He is ordained with the Southern Missouri District.
Dave and his wife, LaDonna, have two grown children who are both in fulltime ministry. Their son, Todd, lives in Manhattan, Kansas; and their daughter, Cheri Crabtree, lives in Jamestown, North Carolina.
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Practical Living |
Change Happens
We often think of change as a hooded bandit who sneaks into our lives and steals the youth of our children. We want our life to stay the same. We rebel against change because there is security in sameness and predictability, but change cannot be stopped. Consider the principles of growth that come from change.
Grandmas House
If your church is located near an elementary school, consider opening a “Grandma’s House.” Meet with your pastor to discuss the possibility of offering a before and after school daycare for children with grandparents as volunteer caretakers.
Be sure your church has adequate insurance to cover the children and volunteers. Check with an attorney if necessary.
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Finances |
A Gift That Lasts Beyond a Lifetime
Our passion for gift giving does not end with gifts to our loved ones. According to a comprehensive study conducted by the Independent Sector, 89 percent of American households give to charity. Another study by the Giving USA Foundation revealed that 8 percent of all charitable contributions in 2004 were by bequest, which is a gift made through a person’s last will and testament.
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Ministry |
Grandmas House
If your church is located near an elementary school, consider opening a “Grandma’s House.” Meet with your pastor to discuss the possibility of offering a before and after school daycare for children with grandparents as volunteer caretakers.
Be sure your church has adequate insurance to cover the children and volunteers. Check with an attorney if necessary.
How Can People Help Me?
If you suddenly find yourself a caregiver for a disabled person—permanently or temporarily—think of ways your friends can help you. People will often offer to help you, but they do not know the best ways to be of assistance.
As you think of ways your friends can help, write down the ideas. Keep your list updated and handy. Then when people say, “Let me know how I can help you,” you will be ready to let them know. Most people WANT to help. They are being more than just courteous. Be prepared and be flexible.
Starting a Nursing Home Ministry
The first requirement in starting a nursing home ministry is to have a genuine concern for the salvation of others, recognizing that you may be providing their last opportunity to hear the gospel. Decide beforehand how many times a month you or the team can minister.
To read articles from previous issues of PrimeLine please click here.
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