A
couple years ago on Moody Radio, Tim Kimmel was interviewed about how
to, "Put the 'Grand' back into Grandparenting" and if there
was a reason for churches to focus upon starting a Grandparenting
Ministry.
They
talked about how grandparents actually change culture and
impact/influence generations for Jesus and asked if multiple
generation households were better off than those which do not have
multiple generations living under the same roof.
They
talked about how an Oxford University study showed children are
generally happier if grandparents are heavily involved in the
upbringing of grandchildren and discovered -
1.
Grandparents often have the time to offer support, advice and problem
solving.
2.
Most children welcome the relationship.
3.
There are links between involved grandparents and the well-being of
grandchildren.
4.
Grandparents bring stability to children especially in difficult
times.
In
addition, a study by AARP said, 51 million Americans live in
multi-generational homes; they -
1.
Help in regards to elder care.
2.
75% of boomerangers are satisfied living with parents/grandparents.
3.
82% say it brings them closer.
They
then asked if the church is overlooking the extraordinary potential
for ministry to/with grandparents. Tim Kimmel shared much more which
you will find at this link -
http://www.moodyradio.org/radioplayer.aspx?episode=187576
Take
some time to listen - then share this link with your pastor and other
grandparents you know!
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