The Upper New York Area Older Adult Ministries Team of the United Methodist Church is sponsoring a Conference on November 6, 2010 at the New Hartford United Methodist Church, 105 Genesee St., New Hartford, NY 13413.  The Conference “Celebrating Our Wisdom and Still Learning” aims to help the local church develop a program of ministry by, with and for ALL older adults.

The Conference is open to anyone who hopes to make their church ministry to older adults more effective.  

The keynote speaker is Barbara Bruce, the Northeastern Representative to the United Methodist Committee on Older Adult Ministries.  She is an expert on brain fitness and a nationally known speaker on this subject.  She will also lead a workshop on understanding the implications of the aging in our society and how the church can respond to the needs of the elderly.

Nine workshops are offered from “Aging, Dementia and Alzheimer’s” to “Making Your Church Older Adult Ministry Intentional.”  A book sale will take place and there will be a variety of materials available to help you in your church ministry.

The registration fee is $15.00.  It covers lunch and those churches that send two or more representatives will receive a copy of “Aging and Ministry” by Dr. Richard Gentzler, Jr.  The registration deadline is October 27, 2010.  Register early as attendance is limited.

For registration information you may contact: Winona Stonebraker, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call 716-694-4211. 

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