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The Oldtimers' Grapevine: Creating Communication ~ Connection ~ Community for Readers
The Oldtimers' Grapevine is a free print and electronic newsletter published three times a year, supported by our readers' free-will, tax-deductible donations. Affiliated with the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), the ministry networks older adults/retirees and those who support them throughout the denomination.
Newsletter stories and content are designed to:
1) Enhance communication and sharing of mutual experiences;
2) Convey a holistic view of aging and health;
3) Advocate for older adults to become a supportive, loving and caring community;
4) Give honor and dignity to the lives of those included in "For Whom The Bell Tolls" and
5) Highlight opportunities for the maintenance of a high-quality lifestyle and service in retirement.
With deep roots in the National Christian Missionary Convention and the National Convocation of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), the Grapevine values its diversity in readership, newsletter content, board leadership, editorial staff, and contributing writers; always striving to reflect our oneness in Christ.
The Grapevine invites the broader community to Join Us To Grow the Grapevine. In addition to older adults; we invite clergy, denomination staff & local church members involved in older adult ministry, and all those who are committed to the welfare of older adults and retirees to Sign-Up to join the Grapevine family.
Embrace the warmth, joy, and profound spiritual insights of the Advent, Christmas, and Epiphany seasons with this unique devotional collection, specially compiled for African American churches and families. Compiled by Dr. Charisse L. Gillett, president of Lexington Theological Society, and edited by Tanya J. Tyler, this devotional weaves together cherished memories, beloved hymns, and reflective meditations that resonate deeply with the African American faith experience.
Melodies of Faith: An Advent Devotional for African American Churches & Families is more than a devotional—it's a journey through the heart of the holiday seasons, designed to deepen your faith and bring your family closer together. Daily reflections from distinguished contributors guide you through the sacred seasons, offering hope, peace, joy, and love. Engage with scripture and music that celebrate the rich heritage and traditions of the African American church. Thought-provoking reflection questions encourage meaningful conversations at home and in church communities. Special litanies, prayers, and songs for Advent, Christmas, and Epiphany enrich your worship experience. Join us in celebrating the miracles of Advent, the joy of Christmas, and the revelations of Epiphany with this beautifully crafted devotional.
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Since February 1991, when William K. Fox published the first issue of The Oldtimers’ Grapevine, the newsletter has been about: networking older adults and retirees by sharing the stories of readers as they successfully traverse the many challenges of aging; sharing the wider news of the denomination; and connecting readers to our common faith history as Disciples. Conveying a positive view of aging and highlighting the rewards of continuing service in retirement, the Grapevine proclaims the endless love, grace, and mercy of God that calls and carries us through each stage of life.
The Grapevine celebrated its 30th anniversary in 2021 and marked the occasion with a special issue of the newsletter and this video.
The premiere issue of The Oldtimers' Grapevine.
After you read the Summer 2024 Issue of The Grapevine, we invite you to Connect & Share your thoughts! What did you like most about it? Where can we improve?
Do you have a story idea you'd like to share? Do you know someone who is a perfect candidate for the Eighty Eighty Plus Class of 2024? Visit the Connect & Share page to discover other ways to connect with us.
We hope you will be uplifted and enriched by this edition of The Grapevine and are eager to receive the fall issue distributed in early December. Remember, when you sign up for email delivery of the newsletter, you'll receive it weeks earlier than regular mail!
When you sign up to receive The Oldtimers' Grapevine newsletter via email, it's like getting a SNEAK PEEK...at updates about our wider church mission, stories from fellow "grapes," "shout outs" of appreciation, clergy news, and all the other features you've come to enjoy!
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