Exploring both the Old and New Testament on aging, this article shows how grandparents and senior members in the church can still be of service to Christ and His church. It also shows how Christ can still be their anchor. This article is about Christians aging in hope.

This author maintains that caring for the elderly is first of all a family responsibility. However, the diaconate is called to assist the family in this responsiblity. This article discusses deacons' care of senior members of the church.

How can senior or retired members of the church continue to serve in God's kingdom? What is their task? This article offers advice for elders and deacons on how to use the skills, experience, and abilities of such members for the benefit of the church. It also includes a word to the retired themselves, to encourage and motivate them to carry on with service to the Lord.