Posts by Alex Drew
14th November 2024: Supporting Bereaved People in Later Life
Later life often comes with a number of challenges, not least the increasing loss of loved ones. In the Bible we find helpful examples of how people mourned their losses,…
Read More23rd January 2025: Building a happy, sustainable, and motivated Seniors Team
We have all been part of teams that haven’t worked terribly well – perhaps we’ve felt unappreciated, never thanked, or our opinions haven’t really counted, so maybe we’ve not felt…
Read MoreMay 8th 2025: Gospel Ministry in the Midst of Dementia
On May 8th 2025 at 1.30pm and 7.30pm we’re looking forward to our Church Champions events with Ben Boland. More info and a bookings link to follow. In the…
Read MoreSame Roots: Fresh Shoots
We’re excited to unveil our refreshed logo at Faith in Later Life, designed to better reflect our vision and enduring faith in later life. Replanting for Fruitfulness Just like replanting…
Read MoreIs your Church faith in later life friendly?
Our population is ageing fast. That means more older people in our churches and communities – what a wonderful opportunity for the gospel, and to demonstrate God’s unfailing love! Helping…
Read MoreWe’re not all going on a Summer Holiday
Cliff Richard’s sixties hit ‘We’re all going on a summer holiday’ describes a summer break away from it all; having fun, laughing, free of worries, doing things we’ve always wanted…
Read MoreEmpowering Communities to Care
In our ageing society, the efforts of community groups, churches, and individuals such as Faith in Later Life Church Champions play a crucial role in supporting and promoting flourishing in…
Read MoreLater Life and the Mission Field
Following my appearance on Episode 10 of London City Mission’s the Everyday Evangelism podcast on the same topic, I was invited to further explore the major gospel impact of older…
Read More50 and Fearful?
Well if I haven’t already been in ‘the second half’ for a while now, I’m definitely in it now! To some people, 50 is the proverbial ‘spring chicken’, but for…
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