Course Offerings
The following courses are designed to provide a working
knowledge of the components of an effective, growing senior adult ministry. The
“100” and “200” level courses are primarily content courses, which
include selected reading (textbook/s are included as part of tuition), a Study Integrator,
reprinted articles, and/or cassette tapes.
The “300” and “400” level courses involve researching different people and/or senior adult programs, surveying and analyzing attitudes of seniors on various topics and initiating senior- oriented programs or activities in a church. A "Study Integrator” provides direction for the research and development activities.
101 INTRODUCTION TO THE “AGE WAVE”
The “over 55 years” population group in America is growing three times faster than the national average. Business, education, health care, churches, and other social institutions are feeling the impact. This course presents an overview of the “age wave” which is impacting the American culture.
102 CHARACTERISTICS OF A SUCCESSFUL SENIOR ADULT PROGRAM
Most senior adult programs in churches tend to be “maintenance-oriented” and focus on service to existing members. There are an increasing number of churches, however, that are focusing on this “target group” of people and developing creative ministries that are successfully attracting and reaching senior'. This course examines case studies and characteristics of such programs.
201 STARTING AND GROWING SMALL GROUPS FOR SENIOR ADULTS
The caring, sharing, and personal growth which occurs in small groups is an important part of a holistic life. This course helps students understand the dynamics of a small group and directs the application of these principles to the senior adult ministry.
202 VOLUNTEERISM FOR SENIOR ADULTS
With the greater available time many senior adults now have, these persons provide a natural resource for the church's volunteer ministries. But there are important elements of successfully recruiting and involving volunteers which leaders need to know. This course examines the dynamics of volunteerism and encourages application of these principles to senior adult ministry.
301 EVANGELIZING SENIOR ADULTS
Do unchurched older adults come to Christian faith for similar reasons as unchurched younger adults? Is evangelism strategy “cross-generational”? Indications suggest there are major differences. This course examines the conversion process in various older adults, and helps students develop strategies for evangelism in their church.
Simply call, fax, mail, or e-mail a note to Church Growth, Inc. expressing your interest in NEW SENIOR STUDY CENTER. You will be contacted and any questions you have will be answered.