Though he wrote three thousand years ago, the Psalmist's description could fit people like Arnold and Ann Baerg of Waterloo, Henry and Kay Visch of Winnipeg or George and Carol Braun of Lethbridge. And it could hardly be more relevant than it is today, because a majority of Canadians will live well into old age. In this century more than twenty-five years have been added to our life expectancy. That's something to celebrate. Not only do people now live longer, in general they are also better educated, more skilled and healthier.
Retirees can now contribute years, even decades, of significant service to their church.
That's the new reality. A gift to the church Retirees rank high among God's gifts to the church. God expects faithfulness from his children in all seasons of life. For the church that means providing retirees with opportunities to share their gifts. They have much to give in retirement.