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Seniors<\/h1>\n

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<\/span>Connection for Seniors<\/span><\/h3>\n

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We believe the church is intentionally crafted by God to unite believers of all life stages, fostering mutual support and sharing life’s journeys infused with His presence.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n

Engaging beyond Sunday worship services creates a web of connections to enhance your spiritual growth and extend a lifeline of assistance in times of need. Senior adults are valued for their unique perspectives, talents, and life experiences and play an integral role in enriching the fabric of our church community.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Seniors of the Rock Kickoff Event | Friday, September 5<\/span><\/h5>\n

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Seniors of the Rock is Black Rock’s ministry for adults 55 and older. Our fall kickoff event takes place on Friday, September 5. The day begins with a Bible study at 10:30AM followed by a catered lunch and photo report from a summer mission trip to Egypt. To register for this event, email slemke@blackrock.org<\/a><\/span>\u00a0or call the church office, 203.255.3401.<\/span><\/p>\n

Cost: $6 per person for lunch paid at the door<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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Ways to Grow<\/span><\/h3>\n

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Worship in a Service Style that Speaks to Your Heart<\/span><\/h5>\n

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Black Rock Church is blessed to provide multiple worship service styles on Sundays including:<\/span><\/p>\n

Traditional Service<\/span><\/strong> (8:30AM) with hymns, classical instruments, a reverent atmosphere and a quieter volume.<\/span><\/p>\n

Contemporary Service<\/span><\/strong> (10:00 and 11:30AM) with upbeat energy, recently written worship music and louder volume.<\/span><\/p>\n

Sanctuary Young Adult Service<\/span><\/strong> (5:00PM) designed for adults age 18-35 in a similar style to the morning Contemporary service.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Connect with Others Through a Community Group<\/span><\/h5>\n

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Community Groups meet regularly throughout the year in various towns to study the Bible and encourage one another as they seek to apply spiritual truths to everyday life. Groups intentionally blend older and younger, single and married, newer and more seasoned Jesus-followers into one local space to equip and encourage each other.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n

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Serve on a Team and Make a Difference<\/span><\/h5>\n

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Use your gifts and abilities by joining a serving team where you serve God, meet needs inside or outside our church and build friendships with others passionate about making a difference in a similar way.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n

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Connect with Others at Seniors of the Rock<\/span><\/h3>\n

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Our senior adult community (55 years & older) meets for luncheons on the 1st Friday of each month (Sept-June) from 12:00-2:00 PM.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n

The Senior of the Rock (SOR) focus is on building supportive relationships that help seniors grow as Christ-followers. SOR also hosts special activities throughout the year.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n

Join the group to stay involved!<\/span><\/p>\n

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Resources\u00a0To Thrive As A Senior Adult<\/span><\/h3>\n

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Sign-up to receive event info<\/span><\/h5>\n
and resources for men<\/span><\/h5>\n

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Sign-up to receive event info<\/span><\/h5>\n
and resources for women<\/span><\/h5>\n

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CONTACT<\/h2>\n

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GAYLORD LEMKE<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n

CARE PASTOR<\/strong><\/p>\n

glemke@blackrock.org<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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