Category: Seniors

Senior’s Summer Picnic 2026

Senior’s Invitation to BelongSenior’s Summer Picnic 2026 Every August, I looked forward to the senior’s picnic—not only because it brought us together around a generous meal, but because it marked the beginning of another year of fellowship. When I first inherited the event, it served as a summer closing and a kickoff for fall. Over […]

Gospel Hymn Sing

When a Hymn Brings You Back Home For the last four years, I had the joy of helping shape something simple and yet deeply meaningful at Community Church: our Gospel Hymn Sing. When we gathered for the eighth one this spring, I was reminded again that music carried memories in a way few things could. […]

Behind the Scenes with the Minards

I’ve had the joy of serving in ministry alongside Dan and Sharon Menard for several years now, and I honestly don’t know what I’d do without them—especially Dan. He started attending Encore events not long after I became involved, and little by little, he stepped in to help, always offering to serve wherever he could. […]

Scoops, Smiles, and Sweet Fellowship

The Seniors Ice Cream Tradition Every summer for the past four years, we’ve wrapped up our Encore senior ministry season with an ice cream social—and let me tell you, it’s become one of the favorite events. Unlike our regular monthly luncheons, which involve a full meal, this event keeps it light and simple: just dessert. […]

From BBQ to Blessings: God at Work in Our Community

Seniors Summer Picnic This year’s Encore Summer Picnic was more than just a meal – it was our kickoff to the 2025-2026 season, and it’s become a tradition I genuinely look forward to. Our friend Bill Bender grilled up a delicious spread of salmon and two kinds of chicken, and everyone else pitched in with […]