Ignoring the realities of aging can also adversely affect the lives of our loved ones. It is imperative therefore that we strive to embrace our aging, especially in our Third Thirty (ages 60-90) and be at peace with the typical inevitabilities. The webinar will discuss how we can Pray, Plan and Prepare for our own aging journey so that the last chapters of our lives can be the best possible, both for us and our loved ones. Getting rid of our “stuff”, downsizing, discussing with our extended family our end of life wishes and discerning what God wants us to do with our post-retired life are just some of the topics that will be covered. Every church thinks they are welcoming. Today’s unchurched though have different ideas about what it means to be truly welcoming! This workshop will cover three aims of modern hospitality: safe place, people matter, joyful energy.

Chris Pomfret is the Treasurer of the Presbyterian Older Adults Ministries Network (POAMN) and founded the Third Thirty concept in 2014 after witnessing the aging and demise of his parents. Born in the UK, Chris came to the USA with the Royal Air Force in 1992 and, after leaving the military, founded his own aerospace consulting business in 1995. He and his wife of 44 years live in New Orleans where he is enjoying a very full and happy retired life and endeavoring to follow his own Third Thirty advice. He has given Third Thirty seminars and workshops across the world and has a freely available curriculum for those wishing to moderate discussions on the subject within their Church or other community.