Mission

SAGES is organized to enhance the Older Adult Ministry of the Minnesota South District by providing experiences in Christian fellowship, service, and life enrichment.

 

Purpose

- To recognize older adults as gifts of God to the church.
- To affirm the unique worth of older adults as members of the body of Christ by nurturing their spiritual life.
- To enable and encourage older adults to share their faith, gifts and talents.
- To respond to the needs of older adults in the Church and community.
- To encourage congregations to organize older adult groups.

 
 

An annual gathering and regional seminars are held to achieve the purposes of this organization and demonstrate leadership in conducting activities which can be replicated in congregational older adult groups. Membership in S.A.G.E.S. can be held as an individual, or through group affiliation. Members have voice and vote at the annual GATHERING. All who consider themselves to be older adults are encouraged to join S.A.G.E.S. organization.

Sagacity Newsletter

Sagacity is a quarterly publication to encourage and connect older adults with God and each other. Email minnesotasouthsages@gmail.com to be added to the newsletter distribution list.

 
 
 
 

Gathering XXXV

Overcoming Life’s Sorrows

May 5 - 6, 2025

The registration form will be coming soon!

Cost:
2 days - $100/person; includes banquet & Tuesday lunch

There will be a reduced cost for one day attendance.

Held at Country Inn & Suites | Mankato

1900 Premier Drive
Mankato, MN 56001

A block of rooms has been reserved at Country Inn and Suites, Mankato. Reservations must be made directly with the hotel by individuals no later than Saturday, April 5.

Room rate is $129 plus tax for Standard room (Double Queen Non-Smoking) or Studio (King/Sofa Non- Smoking).

Make your hotel reservations by calling 507-388-8555 and request a room in the SAGES room block.

Complimentary breakfast for hotel guests.

Rev. Dr. R. Reed Lessing

The featured presenter is Rev. Dr. R. Reed Lessing, Concordia University professor and noted author.  Dr. Lessing will have three presentations during the two-day event.

Dr. Lessing is The Edwin F. and Esther L. Laatsch Chair of Old Testament Studies, Concordia University’s (St. Paul) Pre-Seminary Director, and the University’s Director of the Center for Biblical Studies. With over twenty years of parish ministry and fourteen years as a professor at Concordia Seminary in St. Louis, Dr. Reed is well positioned to provide biblical resources for leaders in the LCMS and beyond. He is aprolific author, having written sermon series, Bible studies, and devotional materials for Concordia Publishing, Concordia Seminary, and Creative Communications for the Parish.

His book, “Overcoming Life’s Sorrows” will be available to purchase through the registration form or at the GATHERING.

Entertainment

The banquet entertainment will feature the group, Gracenotes.

Closing Devotion

The Gathering will close with a devotion led by Sean Martens, Assistant to the District President- Education & Commissioned Ministers.

 
 

Activities

- Bible study and sharing the Word
- Mind enrichment and promotion of physical well being.
- Serving in the Church and community.
- Visitation and special ministries.
- Fellowship, recreation, and hobbies.
- Educational opportunities to understand and deal with the issues of aging.

 
 
 

More Information

For more information on S.A.G.E.S., contact minnesotasouthsages@gmail.com.

 

They still bear fruit in old age; they are ever full of sap and green

Psalm 94:14 (ESV)