Basic Ministry for the Second Half of Life and the New Beginnings website promote societal awareness of second-halfers' unique DNA; mobilize more effective ministry to, with, and by second-halfers alongside talented pastors; publicize the need for intentional evangelism to reach second-halfers; encourage intergenerational benevolence and generosity development; and help second-halfers make the most of their 50-plus life. Bob's prayer for seminary and church leaders is that they may use this manual to create momentum to properly equip and train students and laymen about the process and realities of aging. His prayer for second-halfers is that they will discover God's plan of significance for them and will live out their legacy for His glory in a brave new social sector. "Basic Ministry for the Second Half of Life is a refreshing look at the opportunity--and, yes the mandate and guidelines--for second-halfers to have a vigorous productive life and make a difference in the world." --Charles Arn President of Church Growth, Inc. Professor of Outreach and Ministry, Wesley Seminary (Marion, Indiana) Author of Heartbeat! How to Start a New Service, and White Unto Harvest "Bob's godly optimism shines brightly in this practical manual of step-by-step strategies of reaching second-halfers. Each chapter covers important topics, relevant Scripture, practical steps, and evaluation points plus resources galore." --Dr. Dave Gallagher On staff, Green Lake Conference Center Author of Aging Successfully, Healing Takes Time, and Senior Adult Ministry in the 21st Century "Bob Chism's work is a multifaceted manual detailing where we are at in ministry to adults, how we got there, where we are going and he provides tools that can be applied in reaching, winning and working with second-halfers everywhere." --John Heide US Missionary to the Second Half Generations Author of Finishing Life Strong!

Could brain science be the key to spiritual formation? Why does true Christian transformation seem fleeting? And why does church often feel lonely, Christian community shallow, and leaders untrustworthy? For many Christians, the delight of encountering Christ eventually dwindles—and disappointment sets in. Is lasting joy possible? These are some of the questions Michel Hendricks has considered both in his experience as a spiritual formation pastor and in his lifetime as a Christian. He began to find answers when he met Jim Wilder—a neurotheologian. Using brain science, Wilder identified that there are two halves of the church: the rational half and the relational half. And when Christians only embrace the rational half, churches become unhealthy places where transformation doesn’t last and narcissistic leaders flourish. In The Other Half of Church, join Michel and Jim's journey as they couple brain science with the Bible to identify how to overcome spiritual stagnation by living a full-brained faith. You'll also learn the four ingredients necessary to develop and maintain a vibrant transformational community where spiritual formation occurs, relationships flourish, and the toxic spread of narcissism is eradicated.

A valuable new companion journal for the best-selling Falling Upward In Falling Upward, Fr. Richard Rohr seeks to help readers understand the tasks of the two halves of life and to show them that those who have fallen, failed, or "gone down" are the only ones who understand "up." The Companion Journal helps those who have (and those who have not) read Falling Upward to engage more deeply with the questions the book raises. Using a blend of quotes, questions for individual and group reflection, stories, and suggestions for spiritual practices, it provides a wise guide for deepening the spiritual journey. . . at any time of life. Explains why the second half of life can and should be full of spiritual richness Offers tools for spiritual growth and greater understanding of the ideas in Falling Upward Richard Rohr is a regular contributing writer for Sojourners and Tikkun magazines This important companion to Falling Upward is an excellent tool for exploring the counterintuitive messages of how we grow spiritually.

"Longevity Response-Ability is a collection of readings compiled to encourage and motivate you to finish strong regardless of your beginning or where you are now. All of us who have contributed in some small way have done so to encourage you to make adjustments and finish well. The choice is yours!" -Chuck Stecker President Center for InterGenerational Ministry President/Founder A Chosen Generation "Longevity Response-Ability helps put focus on developing an eternal perspective with great insights from those that have a godly worldview." -NelsonMalwitz Founder Chief Innovation Officer, Mission Next "Longevity Response-Ability provides church leadership and second-halfers with help-ful directions for building God's Kingdom." -Chris Holck President Encore Generation, Planter and Pastor "Longevity Response-Ability has to say what Church leaders and second-halfers need to hear." -Brian McCaffrey Chair of the Northeast Forum on Spirituality and Aging, Chaplain Longevity Response-Ability readings are by the New Beginnings longevity response-ability think tank members to create awareness, provide momentum, and attract others to make social change. The first step is to educate theological educational institutions, corporate church bodies, local congregations, nonprofit and private enterprises and governmental legislative bodies about the realty of a new "life stage." The second step is to educate those in the second halfer of life to their choices of making a difference.

Re-Designing Your Life: A Practical Spirituality for the Second Half of Life is a timely and engaging book for living out the second half of your life with spiritual integrity. In this study you are invited to think about your life as a house undergoing renovations where, with God’s grace, you get to design something new and life-giving. Through practical exercises, thought-provoking discussion topics and memorable anecdotes, Re-Designing Your Life will guide you through: Coping with endings, empty-nesting and retirement; Caring for self while caring for elderly parents and grandchildren; Letting go of the things that get in the way of becoming your true self; Creating a spiritual legacy; Strengthening relationships; and Finding your passion in your second half of life. Re-Designing Your Life is a must-read for pastors, congregations and individuals who want to discover God’s calling in the second half of life. Video resources for group studies are also available.

This book presents a vision of Christ and the church. It then goes on the emphasize the need to experience this Christ as the Spirit in our spirit and to practice the church life on the ground of oneness.