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.

 
 
 

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.

 
 

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.

 
 
 
 
 

Gatherings & Seminars

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.

 
 
 
 

May 6 - 7, 2024

Country Inn & Suites | Mankato, MN

 

Rev. Dr. Dean Nadasdy

 

Featured Presenter

rev. Dr. dean nadasdy

President Emeritus of the Minnesota South District, LCMS

 
 

Save the date for The GATHERING - filled with workshops, music, vendors, and a banquet!

To view the information in the categories below, click on the “+” and then on the link provided. If you would like to read all of the information in one document, you may do so by clicking here.

 

  • For an overview of the GATHERING and meal information, click here.

  • View how you will spend your time at the GATHERING by clicking here.

  • Which workshops interest you? Read the descriptions here.

    Find out the cost and how to reserve a room at the hotel here.

  • Ready to register for the GATHERING? View the registration fee, print the REGISTRATION FORM and send it off by April 15th.

Please use THIS FLYER to promote The GATHERING in your congregation!

 
 

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)