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POAMN Network News (PNN) is published quarterly to share news concerning older adult ministry in the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), program ideas, worship materials, articles on older adult issues and helpful resources for ministry with older adults. View recent issues below. Subscribe to receive PNN directly in your email box. Subscription is free.
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Issue 78 | January 2024
PNN will now be published monthly, bringing news about older adult ministry to you more frequently! The theme of the January, February, and March 2024 issues is “Is anything too wonderful for the Lord?” Older Adult Ministry IS wonderful! Thanks for all you do to inspire, support, and build community for and with older adults around you.
I hope you enjoy the articles in this issue and that they support your ministry.
Quentin A. Holmes
PNN Editor
In This Issue
- Planning for the Future
- Introducing Our 2024 Board
- Erickson Recipient of 2023 Legacy Award
- Tribute to Pat Baker on Conclusion of Her Term as President
This issue of PNN can be read entirely online. A printable copy is not available.
Issue 77 | Autumn 2023
The theme of this issue of PNN is, “To do Justice, love Kindness, and Walk Humbly with God”. We are currently living in an era when much of the news we get is disturbing – again and again we hear reports of hateful words and violent acts towards innocent citizens. I’m sure that there are far more situations where justice, and kindness, and humbleness take place. However, these don’t seem to be as newsworthy. You and I aspire to let our actions speak for us – that doing Justice, loving Kindness, and walking Humbly with God ultimately is stronger than hate and divisiveness.
I hope you enjoy the articles in this issue and that they support your ministry.
Quentin A. Holmes
PNN Editor
In This Issue
- Walk Back Through the Conference
- Nonprofit Groups Thrive on Gifts of Older Adults
- Walking Humbly with God and Others
- Congratulations to Four Older Adult Ministry Certificate Recipients
- Michigan Church Serves Special Group Through its Crossroads Club
- A Taste of Return to the Table
- Spirituality and Aging: Some Perspectives
This issue of PNN can be read entirely online. A printable copy is not available.
Issue 76 | Summer 2023
The theme of this issue of PNN is “Be Strong and Courageous. Do Not Be Afraid.” We are living in a very stressful time. There is no end to the things one can be very worried about: the ongoing war in Ukraine and the suffering it is causing, the harsh strife between political views/ political parties within America, our domestic inflation rate, and perhaps your own health concerns. In the Old Testament Joshua 1:9, the setting is one wherein a fierce battle is about to ensue. The Israelite warriors are told not to fear for the LORD is on their side. Today, we too need to keep in mind that the LORD is our strength and shield and will go with us wherever we go.
I hope you enjoy the articles in this issue and that they support your ministry.
Quentin A. Holmes
PNN Editor
In This Issue
- Inspiring Words from SuperAgers
- In Fearful, Challenging Times, Remember God is in Charge
- New Footwear Can Lead to New Adventures
- A History of POAMN and Older Adult Ministry in PC(USA)
- POAMN Creating Online Resource for Starting an Older Adult Ministry
- Healthy Aging is Strong Aging (shared with permission from 3rd Act Magazine)
- Volunteering in Poland: Helping Those Who Help Ukraine Refugees
- A 5K at 92
This issue of PNN can be read entirely online. If you prefer to read a paper copy, download this printable version.
Issue 75 | Spring 2023
Our culture dotes on staying young – each year, people spend countless dollars on lotions and potions and programs to delay their physical aging. However, the Bible speaks of old age as being a blessing from God. All of us know individuals who exemplify that blessing. You and I aspire to provide a similar example as we ourselves grow older.
I hope you enjoy the articles in this issue and that they support your ministry.
Quentin A. Holmes
PNN Editor
In This Issue
- Together We Can Do It
- Doing What God Needs Me To
- Plans Progressing for POAMN’s 2023 Conference
- A Good Read For Difficult Times
- Aging in Place: Choice or Necessity?
- POAMN Members Have Fruit to Bear
- Remembering Influential POAMN Members
- My Third Act – Destination: Old Age (shared with permission from 3rd Act Magazine)
This issue of PNN can be read entirely online. If you prefer to read a paper copy, download this printable version.
Issue 74 | Winter 2023
The theme of this issue of PNN is My Peace I Give to You.
Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you.
I do not give to you as the world gives.
Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.
Down through the ages, this scripture from John 14:27 has meant so much to Christians. The words speak volumes when you are beset by really tough times. The words express the result of God being with us – always.
I hope you enjoy the articles in this issue and that they support your ministry.
Quentin A. Holmes
PNN Editor
In This Issue
- New Year’s Greeting from President Pat Baker
- Join Us in Michigan This September
- Begin Planning Now for Older Adult Month in May
- Memo from Membership
- Congratulations, Ginny Nyhuis, on Well-Earned Retirement
- Kelley Hope Joins POAMN Team
- Introducing the Care Partner Tool Kit
- POAMN’s Winter Solstice Service Brings Comfort to Those Hurting at Christmas
- Fellowship of Support for Spiritual Caregivers Serving Older Adults
- Peace With God
This issue of PNN can be read entirely online. If you prefer to read a paper copy, download this printable version.
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