St. John Senior Connections
Many thanks to Serena Kendrick for creating our logo.
“Therefore encourage one another and build each other up. . .”
Age 60 or older? Interested in learning, getting to know others at St. John, finding ways to volunteer, and growing together in faith and community? Join us for a monthly event at St. John! Bring a friend!
Since May 2025 St. John Senior Connections has connected our church, members and resources with St. John participants and Clark County residents over age 60 to build Christian faith and relationships, encourage and support individuals in their daily challenges, and have fun! The monthly event facilitates connections and support for everyday life.
RSVP requested! We do require an RSVP for each event so we have enough lunches for all. You are invited to come to all or a portion of each program. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the program start time to register and find a seat of your choice! It’s also a good time to meet and mingle with new and returning friends!
St. John's and Senior Connections thanks Lutheran Church Extension Fund and Northwest District Vice President, Mike Madison, for their generous support throughout our first year!
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Resources for Maturing Clark County, May 7 10:45-2: St. John has been discussing community demographics in the Vision Clarity process. The population 65+ is the fastest growing life stage, with 18% recent growth rate, and indicators that it will rise. Clark County has key resources to support our mature citizens, seeking and utilizing their skills/talents/knowledge, and educating so our community can be as mature-welcoming as possible. Come learn about two organizations spearheading these initiatives.
10:45 Arrival, refreshments, meet our guests
11:00 Opening devotion, Pastor Brian
11:20 Presentation: Clark County Sheriff’s Department: Sheriff Deputy Holly Kipp will share about Clark County, and what we can each do to promote home and neighborhood safety. Outreach Program Coordinator Kasey Frazier will discuss S.A.L.T., Seniors and Law Enforcement Together, a program designed to improve safety and decrease crimes against senior citizens through prevention efforts.
12:05 Lunch – Kitchen Goddess catering – salad time!
12:50 Presentation: Dementia-Friendly Clark County: Learn how we each can best support those in our community with dementia. Julie Donovan, Program Manager for HOPE Dementia Support, will introduce Dementia Friends USA, a global movement that is changing the way people think, act, and talk about dementia. This initiative is a collaboration between HOPE Dementia Support and the Area Agency on Aging and Disabilities of Southwest Washington.
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September 11: Introduction to the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra and Introduction to Estate Planning: Wills and Trusts -- graciously sponsored by Lutheran Church Extension Fund
October 9: St. John Health Fair -- hosted in partnership with sponsor Area Agency on Aging and Disabilities
December 4: Who are our neighbors? Clark County Food Bank, Council for the Homeless, and the Fourth Wise Man!
January 8: “Embracing New Adventures:How to Thrive in the Second Half of Life “with Benjamin Surmi, Social Gerontologist with Koelsch Communities
January 24, Special Event -- Estate Planning Workshop
February 5: The Work of His Hands: Addressing the perceived conflict between science and Scripture, Astronaut Colonel Jeff Williams
March 5: Emergency Preparedness Day: Expecting the Unexpected
April 9: Unleashing your creative potential! Together we created fused glass tiles with Ann, Megan and Kim from Cavanaugh Fused Glass (look for the finished project soon!), and refined our writing skills with Cassie Moore, author of the Gallivanter Saga.
May 7: Resources for Aging Clark County: Clark County Sheriff’s Department Deputy Holly Kipp and Outreach Program Coordinator Kasey Frazier will discuss S.A.L.T., Seniors and Law Enforcement Together, and Julie Donovan, Program Manager for HOPE Dementia Support, a collaboration between HOPE Dementia Support and the Area Agency on Aging and Disabilities of Southwest Washington.
June 4: Summertime -- let's get outside! Container Gardening with Master Gardener Marcia Sherry, Getting to know Ridgefield Wildlife Refuge with Board Vice President Jean Stemp, and end-of-the-year surprises!
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A devotion
Lunch
Presentations from experts and leaders in our community
Introduction to local and church resources
Information about ways you can serve throughout the month
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If you would like to watch our previous recordings, visit our YouTube Channel using the link below:
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St. John sponsored a full day Estate Planning workshop in partnership with Lutheran Church Extension Fund on Saturday, January 24. We hope you will find these resources from that day helpful.
Videos:
Powerpoint
What to Expect When You're Expecting to Pass, Matthew Sharpe, Community Services Counselor, Evergreen Memorial Gardens
Handouts
My Funeral Plan
Connections
In case you missed the event and have questions or would like a will guide, contact Diana Raasch at Lutheran Church Extension Fund (LCEF). LCEF has various other estate planning resources. LCEF also has a newsletter; click here to start receiving a personal planning newsletter.
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Lutheran Church Extension Fund of Northwest District
Three Creeks branch of Ft. Vancouver Regional Library
Area Agency on Aging and Disabilities of Southwest Washington
Clark County's Council for the Homeless.
To inform the Council of someone living outside you can complete their Community Outreach FormTo donate essential winter gear, review this flyer.
Clark County Food Bank.
Their Food Finder can be accessed 24/7.
Sean Ericson, U.S. Geological Society
Charles Ingalls, American Red Cross, Southwest Washington
Jodi Blackwood, Clark Regional Emergency Services Agency (CRESA)
Author Cassandra Moore
A cord of three strands is not easily broken.
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A cord of three strands is not easily broken. 〰️
