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Home/Churches and Ministries/12 Reasons to Have Monthly Lunch with a Senior Adult…Or a Bunch of Them

12 Reasons to Have Monthly Lunch with a Senior Adult…Or a Bunch of Them

I know that some senior adults struggle with change in the church, but I’ve found them to be welcoming and loving.

Written by Chuck Lawless | Friday, September 29, 2017

They—like all of us—still need discipleship. They may not always understand how deeply they need discipleship, but I’ve always found senior adults open to learning from someone who loves them.

 

If you’re a church leader, you need to spend intentional time with a senior adult – or with a lot of them. Even a monthly lunch and conversation will pay dividends in your ministry. Here’s why you need to prioritize this time:

  1. They have gospel stories to tell. They’ve lived life, and they know the faithfulness of a God who has never let them down. Their testimonies are worth the time to listen.
  2. They’ll be grateful for the attention you give them. Few people appreciate face-to-face time like senior adults do. They’ll remember the hour you spent with them more than you likely will.
  3. They will encourage you. Most senior adults have great respect for their church leaders. Even when they disagree, they still respect the position – and they want to be an encouragement.
  4. They might tell you something you need to hear. Sometimes they’re “in the know” more than you think. They might know a ministry need or concern that you need to hear so you can follow up.
  5. They can be really funny. Some will say whatever they’re thinking, and they’re not worried about making an impression.  I love listening to seniors laugh about their own lives.
  6. They need to know your heart as much as your message. They usually trust the Word of God; what they need to do is trust you. You can earn that by spending time with them.
  7. They’ll pray for you. Some folks say they’ll pray, but they never get to it. Others—like many senior adults—really do pray.

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