Biblical Perspectives on Aging: Recent Episodes
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In this week’s episode of Biblical Perspectives on Aging, Dr. Ron Mackey joins the podcast again talking about our “Welcome Home” campaign. He’s going to talk about why that name was chosen and what that means for Baptist Homes.
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In this month’s episode of Biblical Perspectives on Aging, we have a speech from Dr. Michael McMullen, who is the Chairman of the Board of Baptist Homes and Healthcare Ministries. This speech took place at our recent Christmas dinner, which is an annual event, where the trustees come to the Baptist Building in Jefferson City to have a dinner the night before the end-of-year board meeting.
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This month’s episode of Biblical Perspectives on Aging is rather different. Listen in as two of our staff, Dr. Rodney Harrison and Spencer Hutson are interviewed by Bill Cooper, podcast host of Living the Dream Outdoors.
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In this month’s episode of Biblical Perspectives on Aging, we have a real treat. Oftentimes, we’ve done interviews in the past. But today, even though it’s an interview, it is actually more of a conversation, but not just with anybody, with someone who was there nearer to the beginning. Listen in as Dr. Rodney Harrison, President/CEO, speaks with Jeanette (Burney) Ashley, daughter of John Burney, the third Superintendent of The Baptist Home.
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In this month’s episode, you’re going to hear from our Directors of Nursing (DONs) from three of our facilities of Baptist Homes & Healthcare Ministries
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In this month’s episode of Biblical Perspectives on Aging, we are going to continue to give you a glimpse into the recent workshop that we did for the leaders of Baptist Homes & Healthcare Ministries. The first part of the episode is a time of devotion was led by Dr. Neil Franks, a local pastor and also the President of the Missouri Baptist Foundation who shared what it means to be made in the image of God. After hearing from Dr. Neil Franks, we will hear from Dr. Rodney Harrison shared about the lowest stave.
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Join us in part 3 of our "Workshop Series". In this episode you are going to hear from Dr. Rodney Harrison as he continues to talk to the same group of people about the upcoming campaign called, Welcome Home. There will also be a snippet of what Dan Reynolds (who will be guiding and directing our campaign for us) has to say about us telling our story and the need to get that story out there because Baptist Homes does have a great story.
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Join Dr. Andy Braams as he interviews Dr. David Sundeen the new Vice President of Culture & Care at BHHM.
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Join Dr. Andy Braams as he interviews Brandy Parker the new Vice President of Workforce Excellence at BHHM.
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Click here to read the Pathway article about Parker joining BHHM
Join Dr. Andy Braams as he interviews Nathan and Amanda Evans, the Directors of Communication at Baptist Homes.
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Join Dr. Andy Braams as he interviews Tammy Weis, acting Vice President for Workforce Excellence.
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Join Dr. Harrison as he interviews Dr. Andy Braams, the new Vice President of Operations for BHHM.
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Tune in to hear the new schedule changes coming to the Biblical Perspectives on Aging Podcast.
Join us for the full episode of a Q&A panel with our Baptist Homes and Healthcare Ministries Campus Pastors.
Join us for part 2 of a Q&A panel with our Baptist Homes and Healthcare Ministries Campus Pastors.
Join us for part 1 of a Q&A panel with our Baptist Homes and Healthcare Ministries Campus Pastors.
Join us for full episode of a discussion with Patrick Omwoha, administrator at the Smithville campus and Dr. Ron Mackey, Vice President for Community Engagement. Dr. Braams receives an update about the Smithville campus and its veteran care focus.
Join us for part 2 of a discussion with Patrick Omwoha, administrator at the Smithville campus and Dr. Ron Mackey, Vice President for Community Engagement. Dr. Braams receives an update about the Smithville campus and its veteran care focus.
Join us for part 1 of a discussion with Patrick Omwoha, administrator at the Smithville campus and Dr. Ron Mackey, Vice President for Community Engagement. Dr. Braams receives an update about the Smithville campus and its veteran care focus.
Join us for the full episode of the discussion with David Sundeen, Executive Director of Baptist Homes Hospice with Baptist Homes & Healthcare Ministries. Dr. Braams speaks with David about his work launching the new ministry endeavor to provide hospice care as a service of Baptist Homes.
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Join us for part 3 of a discussion with David Sundeen, Executive Director of Baptist Homes Hospice with Baptist Homes & Healthcare Ministries. Dr. Braams speaks with David about his work launching the new ministry endeavor to provide hospice care as a service of Baptist Homes.
Join us for part 2 of a discussion with David Sundeen, Executive Director of Baptist Homes Hospice with Baptist Homes & Healthcare Ministries. Dr. Braams speaks with David about his work launching the new ministry endeavor to provide hospice care as a service of Baptist Homes.
Join us for part 1 of a discussion with David Sundeen, Executive Director of Baptist Homes Hospice with Baptist Homes & Healthcare Ministries. Dr. Braams speaks with David about his work launching the new ministry endeavor to provide hospice care as a service of Baptist Homes.
Join us for the full discussion with Aaron Meraz, Director and Kyle Scott, Operations Director of Mission: Dignity, Guidestone. Mission:Dignity® honors retirement-age Southern Baptist ministers, workers and widows struggling to meet basic needs through advocacy and financial assistance. Mission:Dignity is the heart of GuideStone® and has been at the center of our work since we started more than 100 years ago.
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Join us for part 2 of a discussion Aaron Meraz, Director and Kyle Scott, Operations Director of Mission: Dignity, Guidestone. Mission:Dignity® honors retirement-age Southern Baptist ministers, workers and widows struggling to meet basic needs through advocacy and financial assistance. Mission:Dignity is the heart of GuideStone® and has been at the center of our work since we started more than 100 years ago.
Join us for part 1 of a discussion Aaron Meraz, Director and Kyle Scott, Operations Director of Mission: Dignity, Guidestone. Mission:Dignity® honors retirement-age Southern Baptist ministers, workers and widows struggling to meet basic needs through advocacy and financial assistance. Mission:Dignity is the heart of GuideStone® and has been at the center of our work since we started more than 100 years ago.
Listen to the full panel discussion with Baptist Homes administrators at the August 2021 board meeting.
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Join us for part 2 of the panel discussion with Baptist Homes administrators at the August 2021 board meeting.
Join us for part 1 of the panel discussion with Baptist Homes administrators at the August 2021 board meeting.
Listen to our full interview with Dr. Randy Bennett as he shares from a pastoral and personal perspective some of the challenges associated with death and dying, the grieving process and caring for the caregiver.
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Join us for part two of our interview with Dr. Randy Bennett as he shares from a pastoral and personal perspective some of the challenges associated with death and dying, the grieving process and caring for the caregiver.
Join us for part one of our interview with Dr. Randy Bennett as he shares from a pastoral and personal perspective some of the challenges associated with death and dying, the grieving process and caring for the caregiver.
In this episode of Biblical Perspectives on Aging, Dr. Ron Mackey, vice president of community engagement for Baptist Homes & Healthcare Ministries, shares his personal story about the journey he and his family encountered to find a permanent lifecare home for his parents. Listen as he offers words of encouragement and advice borne out of this personal experience to those who may be faced with making this difficult decision for a parent, a spouse or even themselves.
Dr. Rodney Harrison, President
Join us for the full roundtable discussion between Baptist Homes' leadership, Dr. Rodney Harrison, Kate Flinn, Tamera Weis, and Brook Witt as they share about the acquisition of a new Baptist Homes' campus in Independence, Missouri. In addition to discussing the new campus and plans for its future, each leader shares about their love of ministry to the aging, and what they most look forward to about their role in serving in Baptist Homes and Healthcare Ministries.
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Dr. Rodney Harrison, President
Join us for part two of this informative roundtable discussion between Baptist Homes' leadership, Dr. Rodney Harrison, Kate Flinn, Tamera Weis, and Brook Witt as they share about the acquisition of a new Baptist Homes' campus in Independence, Missouri. In addition to discussing the new campus and plans for its future, each leader shares about their love of ministry to the aging, and what they most look forward to about their role in serving in Baptist Homes and Healthcare Ministries.
Dr. Rodney Harrison, President
Join us for part one of this informative roundtable discussion between Baptist Homes' leadership, Dr. Rodney Harrison, Kate Flinn, Tamera Weis, and Brook Witt as they share about the acquisition of a new Baptist Homes' campus in Independence, Missouri. In addition to discussing the new campus and plans for its future, each leader shares about their love of ministry to the aging, and what they most look forward to about their role in serving in Baptist Homes and Healthcare Ministries.
Listen to the full interview with Baptist Homes' Director of Advancement Nick Davis as he answers some common questions about retirement from a biblical perspective. What does the Bible say about retirement, and what is my purpose during my retirement years? When is the best time to start investing for retirement, and what do I do if my retirement plans fail?
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When is the best time to start investing for retirement? Should I retire? What happens if my retirement plans fail? These are just a few of the questions answered in part two of our interview with Baptist Homes Director of Advancement Nick Davis.
Where did the idea of retirement originate? What does the Bible say about retirement, and what is my purpose during my retirement years? These are just a few of the questions answered in part one of our interview with Baptist Homes Director of Advancement Nick Davis.
In this episode, longtime Baptist Homes Administrator Sherri Snider shares her deeply personal story about her mother, who suffers from dementia, becoming part of the care the Baptist Homes provides. Mrs. Snider also discusses ways to recognize when additional care may be necessary for your loved one and shares what she believes is the "hardest part about growing old." Full Transcript
Listen to the full round table discussion with Baptist Homes & Healthcare Ministries staff, Dr. Rodney Harrison, president, Dr. Ron Mackey, vice president of community engagement and Joe Ulveling, chief operations officer as they discuss the future plans for expansion, impact of COVID-19, and the meaning of Inclusive Memory Care and how Baptist Homes' ministries takes a different approach to caring for those with dementia and other cognitive issues, all while honoring the sanctity of life and maintaining dignity for the aging during their final years. Full Transcript
Join us for part 2 of a round table discussion with Baptist Homes & Healthcare Ministries staff, Dr. Rodney Harrison, president, Dr. Ron Mackey, vice president of community engagement and Joe Ulveling, chief operations officer as they discuss Inclusive Memory Care and how Baptist Homes' ministries takes a different approach to caring for those with dementia and other cognitive issues, all while honoring the sanctity of life and maintaining dignity for the aging during their final years.
Join us for this round table discussion and second interview with President of Baptist Homes Dr. Rodney Harrison as he shares his vision for expanded ministry opportunities of Baptist Homes & Healthcare Ministries along with Baptist Homes' staff, Dr. Ron Mackey, vice president of Community Engagement and Joe Ulveling, chief operations officer.
Listen to the full interview with Baptist Home-Chillicothe Campus Pastor Steve Moseley has he and host Dr. Andy Braams have a heartfelt discussion on the impact of Covid-19 on residents, staff, and their families. In addition, Pastor Steve offers wise council to children seeking care for their aging parents. "Make a decision before a decision makes you." Full Transcript
In part two of our interview with Baptist Home-Chillicothe Campus Pastor Steve Moseley, listen as he continues the discussion on the impact Covid-19 has had on the dynamics between himself and resident families. Pastor Steve defines the change in roles as children and their parents age and also provides wise counsel to those who are seeking care for their aging parents.
In this interview, Rev. Steve Moseley, campus pastor at the Baptist Home-Chillicothe, describes how facing Covid-19 on campus was probably the most challenging single event in his lifetime and in most people's careers in the long-term care industry. Listen as Rev. Moseley shares how Covid impacted the way he communicated with residents and their families during a period of crisis, and how feelings of helplessness gave way to hope.
Listen to the full interview with Baptist Home-Ashland Administrator Derek Tamm as he talks about his journey to becoming the administrator at Ashland and the process of overcoming the various challenges during the construction of Phase 1 and the beginning of Phase 2 of the new Ashland campus. Tamm also shares "What Comes Next?" in Phase 2 and offers sage advice about the importance of planning for our future aging needs before a crisis occurs.
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Listen to part 2 of our interview with Ashland Campus Administrator Derek Tamm as discusses the impact COVID-19 has had on residents and the construction progress at our Ashland campus. Tamm shared how important it is to address aging issues early on by making sure important legal documents are in place. Don't wait for a crisis to occur before having discussions with your family about long-term care and healthcare needs. Tamm said, "Waiting until a crisis occurs to have these discussions only adds another level of anxiety to an already difficult process."
In this episode, we interview Derek Tamm, administrator at our newest campus in Ashland, Missouri. Derek shares how he was called to serve the aging, and what led him to accept a position with the Baptist Homes. He also answers questions about the uniqueness of the Ashland campus, and describes how it is the best combination of 100 plus years of experience and innovation.
Join us for this compelling interview with Baptist Home-Ozark Administrator and author Sonya Newton as she shares her faith journey which ultimately led her to becoming an administrator, a caregiver and advocate for the elderly for 30 years. Full Transcript
Listen to the full interview with Gary Gilmore, retired Senior Army Chaplain for the Missouri Army National Guard, as he shares how we can help all veterans, especially elderly veterans, who suffer from moral injury or traumatic experiences find support and healing in the latter stages of their life. Full Interview
In part two of this interview, Gary Gilmore, retired senior army chaplain for the Missouri National Guard, shares how families can help their loved ones find honor and integrity when they have difficulty finding it for themselves. He also provides guidance on how to help veterans cope with traumatic issues and discusses the important role of community for veterans, especially as they age.
In part one of this two part interview, Gary Gilmore, retired senior army chaplain for the Missouri National Guard, defines the term "moral injury," and discusses how this type of injury can cause unique challenges for our veterans, especially as they age. He also stresses the importance of providing our aging veterans the opportunity to share their life experiences without fear of judgment so they can find healing and peace in their latter years.
Dr. Rodney Harrison, President
Listen to the full interview with President of The Baptist Home Dr. Rodney Harrison as he reflects on his first year as the seventh president of The Home and shares his future plans for the ministry. "We really do hope that not only can we be a leader in providing Christlike, compassionate care, but we also want to provide that education for the members of the church, as well as advocate for the elderly and the sanctity of life." Full Transcript
Dr. Rodney Harrison, President
Listen to Part 2 of the interview with Baptist Home President Dr. Rodney Harrison as he looks to the future of the ministry and describes upcoming new initiatives that focus on expanding healthcare services, education and advocacy to improve care for the aging to the glory of God.
Dr. Rodney Harrison, President
In its 108-year history, The Baptist Home has only had seven presidents. Listen to the journey of seventh President Dr. Rodney Harrison as he tells the story of his calling to care for the aging while reflecting on the incredible challenges he faced during his first year.
Listen to the full interview with Dr. Jeremiah Johnston, author, speaker, and founder of Christian Thinkers Society as he teaches how to experience the shalom or peace of God in our daily lives. The aging process can bring new feelings of fear and uncertainty. Dr. Johnston shares biblical truths and practical ways to help combat feelings of worry, anxiety and fear which can be overwhelming or even crippling. Full Interview
Join us for part 2 of our interview with Dr. Jeremiah Johnston, author, speaker and founder of Christian Thinkers Society, as he shares what God's word teaches us about experiencing "His peace which passes all understanding." For many, the aging process brings a new set of worries and uncertainties that can feel overwhelming. Dr. Johnston shares truths from Scripture that if applied to our daily lives will help us discipline our mind and quiet our fears. "Choose the truth of God's promises. What spiritual deposits are you making today?"
In this thought provoking episode, the founder of Christian Thinkers Society Dr. Jeremiah Johnston explains how as followers of Jesus, we can experience the "Shalom" of God. He addresses the question, "As older Christians, how are we to deal with reconciling our experiences with God's promises in the midst of pain, adversity, and tragic events?"
Listen to the full interview with Dr. Elmer Towns, best-selling Christian author, speaker, and co-founder of Liberty University along with the late Jerry Falwell, discusses the importance of senior mentorship and serving God in the twilight years. "The things that God has taught you, you have to teach them." Full Interview
Listen to part 2 of our interview with Dr. Elmer Towns, best-selling Christian author, speaker, and co-founder of Liberty University. At 88 years young, Dr. Towns continues his discussion on the importance of serving God in the twilight years and shares how he coped with the loss of his beloved wife of 60 years.
In this episode, listen as Dr. Elmer Towns, best-selling Christian author, speaker, and co-founder of Liberty University along with the late Jerry Falwell, discusses the importance of senior mentorship from a biblical perspective. "The things that God has taught you, you have to teach them."
Listen to the full interview with Tom Turner, president and CEO of South Carolina Baptist Ministries of Aging, as he shares about the important ministry work his organization is doing to provide opportunities for enrichment and continued service for residents in their retirement communities. With more than 27 years of experience in senior care, Tom brings a unique perspective on the importance of mission in caring for the aging in a non-profit versus for-profit environment. Full Interview
Join us for part 2 of the interview with Tom Turner, president and CEO of South Carolina Baptist Ministries of Aging, as he discusses both the similarities and differences in the approaches to providing senior care in a non-profit versus a for-profit environment. As Christians, why do these differences matter when selecting a senior living community for ourselves or a loved one?
In this episode, enjoy an interview with Tom Turner, president and CEO of South Carolina Baptist Ministries of Aging (SCBMA). Tom shares about the exciting work Baptists in South Carolina are doing to provide both continued opportunities for ministry work and personal enrichment for aging adults who live in their retirement communities.
Listen to the full interview with Dr. Ron Mackey, vice president of Community Engagement at The Baptist Home, as he shares the "why" of The Baptist Home ministry and answers the question, "What does God's Word say about aging?" Full Transcript
What does God's Word say about aging? In part two of our interview, Dr. Ron Mackey, vice president of community engagement at The Baptist Home, examines Psalm 71 and explains how having a biblical worldview can help us age well to the glory of God. He also shares how The Baptist Home has responded to COVID-19 and future plans for expansion of the ministry.
Curious about the ministry of The Baptist Home? Listen as Dr. Ron Mackey, vice president of community engagement at The Baptist Home, answers the "why" of this 107 year old ministry to the aging. What is their mission? Who do they serve? Why do they do what they do?
Listen to the full interview with Dr. Alan Branch, ethicist and professor at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, as he discusses Euthanasia, Eugenics, and the concept of Developmental Personhood as it relates to aging and the way we, as Christians, should evaluate these difficult topics from a biblical perspective.
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We live in a culture addicted to beauty and increasingly desensitized to the value of human life. In part 2 of our interview, Dr. Alan Branch, ethicist and professor at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, explains the meaning of eugenics and developmental personhood while explaining the moral issues with both arguments that "making a person better from birth can also make the person better at the end of life" and "loss of attributes equals loss of personhood."
Is there such a thing as good death versus bad death? Listen as Dr. Alan Branch, ethicist and professor at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, explains what Euthanasia means, and how the impact of addressing aging issues with a biblical approach can significantly impact the effects of loneliness, depression, and chronic pain management which often leads to requests for euthanasia.
Listen to the full interview with Sherri Snider, MSW, administrator at The Baptist Home-Arcadia Valley and Certified Validation Therapy Instructor, discuss the differences between Validation Therapy vs Reality Orientation in communicating with the aging and especially those suffering with dementia. Full Transcript
In part 2 of this series, Sherri Snider, MSW, administrator at The Baptist Home and Certified Validation Therapy Instructor, continues her discussion of the benefits of using Validation Therapy vs Reality Orientation. Drawing from her 37 years of experience in working with the aging in a long-term care setting, Sherri shares what she describes as "personal experience data." "When you argue with your loved one with dementia, you lose every time. Even when you think you've won the argument, you've lost the relationship."
How we cope or don't cope with losses as we age, impacts our overall physical health. Listen as Sherri Snider, MSW, administrator at The Baptist Home-Arcadia Valley and Certified Validation Therapy Instructor, explain how focusing on the emotional and spiritual needs of the aging is of equal, if not greater importance, than meeting physical needs alone.
Listen to the full interview of Dr. Ben Mitchell, author of Ethics and Moral Reasoning and retired Graves Professor of Moral Philosophy at Union University in Tennessee, discuss Moral Relativism's Impact on Ethics and Aging while answering the question, "How does an understanding of ethics challenge us to provide dignity to the aging?" Full Transcript
Dr. Ben Mitchell, author of Ethics and Moral Reasoning and retired Graves Professor of Moral Philosophy at Union University in Tennessee continues his discussion of Moral Relativism's Impact on Ethics and Aging while answering the question, "How does an understanding of ethics challenge us to provide dignity to the aging?"
Dr. Ben Mitchell, Graves Professor of Moral Philosophy at Union University in Tennesee (retired) and author of Ethics and Moral Reasoning discusses Moral Relativism's Impact on Ethics and Aging. This is part 1 in a 2 part series.