Seniors

Someone’s later years are hugely significant – but people are increasingly isolated and lonely as they get older, and have fewer opportunities to hear the gospel.

When we see older people giving their lives to Jesus, there's great potential not only for spiritual growth, but also for giving and serving in unique ways in the church.

We come alongside churches to meet older people in their local area, to build friendships and to start gospel conversations which are so often fruitful. Our vision is that thousands of older people will be shown the love of Jesus and will be invited to follow him, and enjoy an eternal future with him!

“I have found a new family”

Henry's story

Henry is a retired doctor. He received a visit from missionary Simon Knightly, who had been out with members of Redeemer Church, meeting people in the local area.

It was the second time that Simon had called by to see Henry. Henry remembered this initial visit, and he'd been thinking about the conversation they'd had about Jesus.

After a long conversation he agreed to come to church that Sunday. He came for the next four Sundays, and the pastor took him to one side, explained the gospel thoroughly and led him in a prayer of commitment. He’s become a part of the church community, and Simon has been discipling him ever since.

Examples of our work

Visiting people at home

We come alongside churches to meet older people in their local area, to build friendships and to start these gospel conversations which are so often fruitful. Visiting someone at their home and saying hello is still an effective way of doing this. So, we help churches map out their local area to methodically and regularly visit people in their homes – meaning no-one is left behind.

Seniors' events

Many churches have started hosting regular events such as lunch clubs with our support. These provide a great way for older people to enjoy community as well as to hear the gospel in a way they can relate to.

Care home ministry

We also have a lot of experience of going into care homes with churches, where there are many opportunities to share the gospel – especially with those in the latter stages of later life.

"The partnership between LCM has been at the heart of our ministry here on the Vauxhall Gardens Estate. LCM have helped us pioneer and relaunch ministries including our Friday Lunch Club which has seen Hope members and LCM pioneers working together and equipping each other to bring the gospel to many of the older members of the community."

Sam Gibb, Hope Church Vauxhall

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