New Resource
Building a Ministry
for Homebound and Nursing-Home Residents
By Marie White Webb
Discipleship Resources, 2003
"In this practical resource, Marie Webb gives clear evidence of her understanding and insight into ministry with people who are homebound or living in continuing-care retirement communities. Full of helpful ideas, this book invites readers into the world of the frail elderly and provides valuable information to equip clergy and laity for this important ministry. This approach allows readers to gain a better understanding of some of the issues concerning aging and ways to develop a ministry that meets their needs."— Richard H. Gentzler, Jr., Director, Center on Aging & Older-Adult Ministries General Board of Discipleship, The United Methodist Church
Building a Ministry for Homebound and Nursing-Home Residents includes:
- Sound information about the needs and characteristics of the frail elderly;
- Helpful advice for organizing and implementing a ministry of visitation
- Suggestions for leading worship in care facilities;
- Guidance in dealing with grief, fears, and end-of-life issues;
- A model for training volunteers who will be participating in ministry with the frail elderly.
(DR403) ISBN 0-88177-403-0 • 64 pages