Care for the Elderly

Be Shepherds of God's flock that is under your care,
watching over them. 1 Peter 5:2

The eldest members in our congregation with the youngest hearts, came together to start this group, "Care for the Elderly" (CFE).

The aim was to have fellowship with one another, and a mind to "Care and Serve." The group was graced by our Presbyter, Rev. Dr. Dexter S. Maben, along with our Pastorate Committee members for the Triennium 2021-2024. Care for the Elderly was started in August, 2019.

The Care for the Elderly Sunday was planned for Sunday, the 26th of September 2021, to celebrate the day's theme, 'Wisdom of the Elderly', during both Kannada and English Worship Services.

The Kannada Service had Rev. I. J. W Ambler who delivered the Sermon in Kannada speaking on the importance of elders and their contribution in participating in the fellowship of the church. We would like to thank Stuthi@standrew's for joining us with a Special Song especially for the elders. The English Service had Rev. Dr. Moses Jayakumar, who delivered the Sermon stressing on the importance to Care for the Elders in our community. He quoted many references from the Bible to reiterate the care given. We would like to thank our Sunday School children for their Special Song for our elders.

During both the Services, the Elders actively participated and led the Liturgical Prayers in the Order of Worship. The Elders were given a Memento for their love and support in nurturing the younger ones, which was followed by the Report of the Convener, Mr. Praveen Shiri, on the activities from September 2020 to March 2021.

The Objectives and the Key Focus areas for the Triennium 2021- 2024, was laid out with a continuous set of activities planned for the coming years. We pray that you will continue to support and uphold this Ministry in your prayers.

Mr. Praveen Shiri
Convener