Amazing Grace Ministries - Reaching out to those confined in Nursing Homes

Dedicated to Bringing Christian Love to Those Confined to Nursing Homes

Currently Serving in 29 Care Facilities
Every Week
in
Orange County, California
and
Prescott, Arizona

Inasmuch as you have done it unto one of the least of these My bretheren, you have done it unto me." Matthew 25

A much needed outreach in our nation

There are 2.7 million men and women occupying nursing homes in America. And who are these forgotten people? They are people who were (not too long ago) farmers, merchants, carpenters, teachers, doctors, nurses, and fisherman. They sang in choirs, played church organs, taught Sunday school, and yes, some were even missionaries and pastors.

The pastors and ministers at Amazing Grace Ministries of Orange County (and all people) are commanded by Jesus to "visit orphans and widows in their trouble" - James 1:27. and to serve "the least of these" Matthew 25. Each year during National Nursing Home Week, and Christmas holiday time there is attention focused on the several millions of men and women now spending their last days in Nursing Homes and Assisted Care Centers across America, and we so appreciate the volunteers who take their time and show their love. And we know that these Nursing Homes provide the basic care to sustain life and provide warm shelter, an adequate number of calories and proper bodily care,but they do not meet the deeper needs of many. Many are looking for something of eternal value.

For over 5 years now Amazing Grace Ministries has been there every week, not just on special occasions. Our retired Pastors and Ministers are their Pastors and Ministers, they see them each and every week. These Pastors are taking Church to them, they are hearing each heart, they are feeding the sheep. Even with us seeing men and women in 29 nursing homes every week we are not keeping up with the needs. Our Pastors need volunteers to come along side them, to help them lead worship, to help them listen, and pray individually. Can you join us? Do you have an hour a week? Often those sitting in their wheelchairs in our Bible Studies or Church services, never respond until they hear an old favorite hymn, then they open their eyes, and we see them singing along. Maybe its you who can help pass out the large print song sheets, maybe its you who can sing these songs for them when they are too weak to have a voice. Maybe its you....

EIGHTY PERCENT (80%) OF THE SENIORS IN THE "HOMES" NEVER GET ANY VISITORS—they live in TOTAL LONELINESS…. What a tragedy! They are forgotten and left to die. With your help and the help of many like you, Amazing Grace will train and organize Christian ministers and volunteers to reach out and help curtail the loneliness of the seniors by bringing companionship and fellowship. Not just on a special day once a year, but on an ongoing basis.

If you feel our efforts are worthy of support, would you consider making a small tax-deductible contribution?

Amazing Grace Ministries provides to Nursing Homes:

Worship Services/ Bible Studies - one hour a week singing of hymns, Reading of Scripture, Prayer, Message, and Communion.
Visitations-Listen Talk and pray. Prayer for what he or she is grateful for or hopeful of.
Sitting Vigil- At the time of pending death we sit with the person who is dying sometimes joined by the family. This is a sacred time, and we treat it as such, providing companionship, support, comfort and blessing, listen and pray.
Funeral Services/ Celebration of Life- as requested.
Memorial A time to Remember- After a long time resident dies, or on an Annual Basis. Remembering all who have died. Light candles, pray, special music
Emergency Services – Crisis care- When needed
Holiday Celebrations- Christmas, Thanksgiving, Easter
Recourses for Residents and Families – Booklets and Talks
Family Support Groups – As the Lord leads. When placing your parent in a nursing home facility it is a difficult. They are confronted with feelings of guilt, helplessness, inadequacy and fear. Helping the caregivers, emphasis on the need to take care of one’s own physical, emotional, and spiritual health.

The elderly are often left in the care of strangers. Amazing Grace Ministers can build bridges of friendship from resident to staff.

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