FOREVER YOUNG
A Ministry created specifically for the “Mature Adult” parishioners who are 50, 60 and 70+ years of age.
The mission of the Forever Young Ministry is to INSPIRE the Mature Adult Members of St. Mary Magdalene parish and community to Live Life with Purpose to Love, Serve and Revere God as they continue to mature in life and spirituality; thus,
Creating a fresh image of those who have passed their 50th birthday, for within them we find a deep pool of resources and skill, vitality and usefulness;
Creating a sense of self-worth, integrity, dignity, and spirituality in order to LIVE life fully in their service to God and to one another; and
Creating opportunities that encourage and edify the mature adult to be productive and spiritually fruitful, while building relationships with compatible individuals that will value and respect each other as Forever Young.
FOR THE MATURE ADULTS 50 YEARS OF AGE EXPERIENCING CHANGE – WHAT DO I DO NOW?
APPROACHING RETIREMENT
CHILDREN GROWN AND GONE
DIVORCED
ILLNESS
A SENSE OF ALONENESS
FOR THE MATURE ADULTS 60 YEARS OF AGE
EXPERIENCING CHANGE – WHAT DO I DO NOW?
RETIREMENT
ILLNESS
DEATH OF A SPOUSE
ALONENESS
FOR THE MATURE ADULTS 70 YEARS OF AGE
EXPERIENCING CHANGE – WHAT DO I DO NOW?
RETIREMENT
CAREGIVER
ILLNESS
DEATH OF A SPOUSE
ALONENESS
A “Single” Purpose For Maturing Adults Guided by the Holy Spirit to LOVE God :
Love Tenderly= Using the daily events of our lives to become a better version of ourselves.
Love God, Neighbor and Self
Respect Dignity of self and others –
We are created in God’s Image
Do “little things” with Great Love (St. Therese)
Perform deeds of charity - Be merciful to one another
A “Single” Purpose For Maturing Adults Guided by the Holy Spirit to SERVE God:
Serve - Helping to meet the needs of others.
Assisting other Ministries as needed. Complete trust in Jesus to help us meet all our needs.
help disabled seniors who are homebound or confined to nursing homes
Communion to the Sick
Provide care, meals, transportation to
our mature adults in need
Engage in active listening to others
A “Single” Purpose For Maturing Adults Guided by the Holy Spirit to REVERE God:
Revere - Encouraging one another to walk faithfully through the “spiritual experiences" and "personal encounters" of life as we continue to mature and journey through life.
Praying with and for one another – Ask for Mercy
Rosary
Chaplet of Divine Mercy
Adoration before the Blessed Sacrament
More frequent (daily) Mass
Going on Retreats
Going on Pilgrimages
Fellowship – Social Gatherings - Getting to know one another more intimately as we share life together.
Monthly Social Gatherings for ALL MEMBERS will include: News updates, social/activity hour, faith sharing/development. This meeting time can include: BBQ’s, Themed dinners, or just desert time.
Once a month excursions.
Weekly luncheons, breakfasts or donuts on Wednesdays.
Faith Development – Bible Study, Faith Sharing, Retreats, Pilgrimages - Digging deeper into the Word of God and challenging each member in his/her spiritual journey will boost one’s spiritual growth with fulfillment and meaning.
Education/Catechesis – Helping to keep all of our Forever Young Members informed of “what’s happening” in our world can bring a sense of financial security, health awareness and peace of mind.
Catechesis is ongoing no matter the age group.
For the Forever Young Members who are 60 years and older, medical updates can be helpful and useful
How can Medicare/Medical help those reaching 65+?
Should you retire before age 60?
Leadership – Each age group will be partnered with other mature adults of their age group in MOST cases.