Ep. 221: Caring for older members
How should a pastor approach shepherding an older church member? How aware of his own age should a pastor be when shepherding older saints? How can a pastor help older members find their place of ministry in the church?
Jim and Brian discuss these questions and more on this episode of Trench Talk.
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(03:18) Biblical understanding and setting up the topic
(09:35) Uncovering potential immaturity and valuing practical maturity
(12:51) Practical ways to care for the older members in your congregation
(13:11) Go to their home
(14:47) Be conscious but not self conscious of your age
(19:18) Be humble in your relationship with them
(21:00) Be ready to learn from them.
(24:45) Helping older members find their place
(29:18) Older members want to be heard and honored
(32:05) Final words and prayer