Books written by Richard H. Gentzler

Birthdays, Holidays, and Other Disasters

On Halloween “ When the frost is on the pumpkin and the fodder's in the shock , " as James Whitcomb Riley once wrote , autumn is really here . If , however , one is not able to observe pumpkins growing and thinks fodder is simply ...

An Age of Opportunity: Intentional Ministry by, with, and for Older Adults

A companion to the author's earlier book Designing an Older Adult Ministry (Discipleship Resources, 1999), this book will provide new information and outline ways to develop and strengthen ministries by, with, and for older adults that can, ...

The Graying of the Church: A Leader's Guide for Older-adult Ministry in the United Methodist Church

The Graying of the Church is based on extensive research which indicates that leaders of older adult ministries want help in identifying new ministry models, ways to motivate older adults, and general resource information.

Aging & Ministry in the 21st Century: An Inquiry Approach

"But don't tell Boomers they're aging. ...They really do expect to stay young and see getting old as an option, rather than a reality." The Leader's Guide is here.

Designing an Older Adult Ministry

Building on the success of Designing a Ministry by, with, and for Older Adults, author Rick Gentzler gives readers new ways to develop and strengthen ministries with older adults, providing: information about the needs and life issues of ...

New Beginnings

Aging: God's Challenge to Church & Synagogue

This practical and encouraging book contains important information necessary for understanding our aging society and the impact longer life is having on our congregations.

Forty-Sixty: A Study for Midlife Adults Who Want to Make a Difference

Each session focuses on one of the 10 issues through background information, discussion questions, biblical reflection, guidance for daily life, and helps for the leader.

An Age of Opportunity: Intentional Ministry By, With, and for Older Adults

A companion to the author's earlier book Designing an Older Adult Ministry (Discipleship Resources, 1999), this book will provide new information and outline ways to develop and strengthen ministries by, with, and for older adults that can, ...

Designing a Ministry By, With, and for Older Adults

Gen2Gen: Sharing Jesus Across the Generations

Gen2Gen: Sharing Jesus Across the Generations is a collection of articles on the newest trends and issues that are affecting individuals, families, churches, and communities.