Second Half Now

Christians in the workplace: God’s holy calling

Some people have gone on a short-term mission trip far from home. These are usually eye-opening, rewarding, memorable, even life-changing. How about a long-term mission trip . . . without travelling far? That’s right, your place of work! Do you know that you are called to be salt and light wherever you are? To be a difference-maker, simply by living out your Christian faith on a daily basis? You probably know that, but maybe you need a reminder, or you’re not sure how. This discussion will challenge and encourage you!

Boomers in business: here’s help you don’t want to overlook

Many Boomers and Beyonders are business owners, many others plan to be, and many others are thinking about it.  It’s not easy to make it in business these days, so we need all the help we can get.  And some of that help may come from places we didn’t expect.  SBA resources are available to all small business owners, including help with access to capital, business plans, sales and marketing, mentors, HR, and more.  Lots available, and much of it at no charge.

Major changes in the mortgage world

It’s been pretty tough in the housing market the past several years, affecting everything having to do with the real estate and mortgage industries.  But it’s a new day!  Many changes have taken place, and most of them for the better.  How can folks in the 50-plus stage of life take advantage of these changes, and what do they need to know?  “Dan the Mortgage Man” (Summerfeldt) shares his expertise.  Hear the good news here!

Now is the time to make a difference

Boomers and Beyonders are uniquely positioned in life to use all their experience, training, wisdom, and maturity to hear God’s calling to serve others and to live a purposeful and productive life. This is the life that matters. Now is the time be God’s blessing in ways that are important to you. Carl shares how it is not only possible to do that in this stage of life, but it is necessary.

God's gift of Moms

Valerie is the daughter of Jim and Elisabeth Elliot, who’s efforts to reach the Auca Indian tribe in the Amazon jungle of Ecuador, is one of the best known missionary stories of our time. After Jim was martyred, Elisabeth gained acceptance into the otherwise hostile tribe, and lived among them with her daughter Valerie for several years. After all these years, what does Valerie say about her mom’s life and faith, in the jungle and beyond?

Growing up as Valerie’s daughter and Elisabeth’s granddaughter, how did Christiana receive the heritage of faith, family, and Christian convictions from the women in her life? Hear the power of example, discipline, and joyful Christian living in this warm tribute to her mother and grandmother.

Downsizing: who is it for, and what are the steps

This is a hot topic for Boomers and Beyonders.  What is the right size house to accommodate our new phase in life?  Do we need all this space?  What about all the maintenance?  Can we save money by making the transition to a smaller home?  Will a move help us focus on what means a lot to us now?  There is lots to consider.  Downsizing is not for every for everyone, but for those who are giving it some thought, here are some valuable insights.

The power of Second Half Now sponsorship

James is Executive Director of Serving Our Neighbor, and Maggie is Sponsor Coordinator for Second Half Now. They discuss how the program sponsors help with the mission of the show to energize and equip Boomers and Beyonders for purposeful and productive living. They also explain the significant exposure sponsors receive as they offer their products and services to a generation is looking for value and integrity in all areas of their life.

God calls you to get plugged into His work: what are you going to do?

The 50-plus generation is uniquely positioned to step up and get involved. And the world needs us now more than ever! What do we have to offer, what can we do, and why is it so important? If you are feeling restless, or want a more rewarding and fulfilling life, take a step forward and trust God to guide you. Start a ministry, or get involved in one that is already running. Here’s how...and why!

When Boomers and Beyonders get involved, good things happen!

As an international ministry leader for many years, Don knows how to get people plugged in to rewarding and fruitful service. He has helped countless people find – and fulfill – meaningful positions of service that are uniquely suited for how God has shaped them. His recent book, “I Want To Make a Difference Now” is a call to take that step. Warning: you’ll never be the same!

Bridging the generation gap with daycare for children and seniors

There’s something unique and powerful when young children interact with seniors with various types and stages of dementia. Working a puzzle, painting a picture, reading a story, singing a song, or simply having lunch together, the magic happens every day at GenTog. This is a model of business and ministry that can be replicated by churches around the region. The results are amazing, the smiles are priceless.