Messy Vintage is a new way of being ‘church’ with older people in care homes, in churches and in the community. This book offers practical advice and 52 session outlines.
Being ‘church’ with older people in care homes, congregations and the community
Messy Vintage is Christ-centred and creative, full of celebration and hospitality and open to all, aspiring to include people of all ages while specifically reaching out to older people. A typical session involves hands-on creative activities to explore a Bible story, a short celebration with story, song and prayer, and refreshments.
Whether you’re just getting started with Messy Vintage or looking for new session material, this book offers practical advice and resources to help you reach out to the older people in your community.
‘The Messy Vintage team always make me feel welcome – they are worth their weight in gold.’
Messy Vintage participant
‘We love Messy Vintage. It’s like a breath of fresh air!’
Care home social activities coordinator
• Offers creative activities and short acts of worship in a community based setting for older people
• Meets the spiritual needs of older people and fosters a sense of community
• Provides an introduction to Messy Vintage
• Contains practical advice on running a Messy Vintage session • Includes 52 short, user-friendly session outlines – enough for one a week through the year!
• Messy Vintage session leaders
• Messy Church leaders
• Anyone leading worship services in care homes
Inclusive, creative and Christ-centred worship for older people
