Volunteering in missions can give us that sense of identity we lose when we retire. Burton advised retirees to begin with a short-term mission project. You'll get involved with something you'll enjoy right away, and will do well. Preacher for the week will be Dr. Frank Pollard, pastor of First Baptist Church, Jackson, Mississippi. Put the dates Sept. 14-18 on your planning calendar.
Casual dress is the style for all activities and meetings.
New benefit option available For persons who have been receiving a limited fixed period benefit that has to be renewed each year, a new benefit option is available. Hundreds of participants have elected this option, including many who were at renewal time for their fixed period benefits. Use of the installment option gives participants more flexibility than fixed period benefits, does not require renewal, and reduces administrative costs. If you currently receive a fixed period benefit, you will automatically be offered the installment option at the next time of renewal. 1997 Annuitant Conference Tapes Available Jack and Kinley of Phenix City, Ala., recorded sessions of the 1997 Annuitant Conference at Ridgecrest, and through their Vision Volunteer Missions, makes them available.