A place to gather as Methodist Elders

Adella Paul

A place to gather as Methodist Elders

Time and space for over 60’s to Fellowship

That unites each one in M E F.

God’s grace to cross three score years given to members of the EMC family, are the assembly that hearts and minds moved by the Spirit brought together as the M E F about a decade ago. Some of us have had the privilege to be part of this fellowship right from the start. We are grateful to God that the Fellowship of God’s children is extended to all without discrimination, from infants to tottering age covering all—zero to above sixty.

Therefore Emmanuel gives recognition to elders for a number of factors. A decennium of assemblies has afforded rich Christian fellowship. Understanding the length of morning service, the physical bodies of the elderly get nourished with a sandwich or bun and coffee served with warm hearted smiles. Prayer and singing are the first. Carefully chosen themes relevant to elders and thoughtfully picked speakers to deliberate on them have been a source of spiritual strength like soup for the soul.

Like grated cheese in the soup we have extra delights at times, with doctors giving us tips for the oldies to follow, to make life and mobility easier and stronger to continue to be active.

We have enjoyed a variety of games that we have played, sometimes in groups and at other times collectively. Who doesn’t enjoy a game? The lighter moments of laughter and fun are also shared to make every one happy.

Every time there is intercessory prayer in smaller groups, to show concern for those in need in the church and outside. Small groups give opportunity for each elder to take part in lifting up at least one petition to the throne of grace.

Festivals call for celebration. We have had celebrations as Elders for Christmas and Easter with several items of performance of various types. They proved to be a feast for the eyes. Birthdays were always recognised though we met bi-monthly.

Every M E F meeting finished with a Sunday lunch with chicken, a variety of rice dishes , vegetable and a sweet, for the sweet taste of home.

We thank God for our church, EMC and the MEF Committee which has enriched our lives as part of the church family.