Seniors
The Bible teaches us that ‘seniors’ are important and valuable to God. For example, it was an ‘eighty-something year old’ who led Israel out of Egypt, and other elderly people played important roles in God’s story. The Bible is full of encouragement to value older people.
At ABC caring for the older people, those within the Church and those in the wider community of Ampthill, is regarded as a highly valued and rewarding responsibility. Seniors have a lot to offer us all as they share the wisdom and experiences of life, as well as the time, enthusiasm, and service of their retirement years. We particularly value the prayers of those who are now less able to attend services but remain important members of the church community.
There are now 11 million people aged 65 or over in the UK and this figure is expected to rise. This is both a challenge and an opportunity for the Church. To paraphrase the words of the Apostle Paul, “There is a wide-open door for a great work…” (1 Corinthians 16:8).
ABC ministry to ‘seniors’ aims to demonstrate the love of Jesus Christ in word and action to those within the ABC congregation and also senior citizens in the wider community. We invite everyone to engage in prayer support, help or to participate in the various seniors ministries.
Fellowship Lunch
Fellowship Lunches are for everyone who is available during a weekday. We enjoy a meal, time to chat, and a brief talk about a hobby, an interest, something topical, and when appropriate a Christian theme. Lunches are held monthly on a Tuesday at 12:30pm, finishing at 2:30pm. It is normally the second Tuesday of the month.
Typically, around 60 people gather from the Ampthill community and ABC to meet in a friendly Christian atmosphere. Please do join us - you will be very welcome.
Particular dietary needs accommodated. Transport available.
Holiday at Home
Crafts, guest speakers, outings and activities. Refreshments and lunch every day.
Holiday at Home is an event held each summer to provide a week of interesting activities and friendship for older people who may be unable to get away for a traditional holiday. Those who have been before look forward enthusiastically to the event each year. We would love to welcome more seniors to enjoy the holiday, and we are always eager to recruit additional helpers to the ‘HaH Team’. It’s held at Ampthill Baptist Church and costs approximately £40 for the week, including all lunches and transport. Day rates are available for those who can't attend the whole week's programme. Scroll down to find out the dates for all upcoming events.
Ministry in Care Homes
ABC makes regular visits to Richmond Manor care home here in Ampthill
Events for seniors
Upcoming events for seniors:
Meet our Associate Pastor
Ken Argent
Ken is one of our associate pastors at ABC. He leads the seniors work at the church and organises outreach to seniors in local care homes.
If you’d like more information about any of our seniors work, please feel free to get in touch with Ken.
The safety and well-being of seniors and vulnerable adults is of the highest priority in our activities and events. All our leaders and helpers are required to have DBS clearance, and we operate a safeguarding policy which covers all aspects of our events.