Pillars: A Celebration of Senior Adults
Senior Adult Conference
May 24-26, 2010
The motto of Baylor University is Pro Ecclesia, Pro Texana, "for the church, for Texas." In many and varied ways, Baylor University and George W. Truett Theological Seminary have sought to embody that commitment. It is within this tradition that Truett Seminary is excited to announce a new event, one that we believe will continue to draw new and old friends to campus.
The conference name, "Pillars: A Celebration of Seniors," is a reminder of the pillars that stand in Independence, Texas, Baylor's birthplace, representing a rich history of tradition, commitment, and shared purpose. The conference name also acknowledges the ways in which so many of our seniors continue to serve as significant pillars within their own congregations and within society at large. This three-day event will be filled with times of worship, fellowship, seminars, and even for campus tours and activities. In addition, each day will conclude with a Dr Pepper float!
Outstanding speakers will be sharing at each general session:
- Bill O'Brien, former executive vice president with the Foreign Mission Board and past president of the American Society of Missiology
- Paul Powell, Dean Emeritus of George W. Truett Theological Seminary
- Alan Lefever, Director of the Texas Baptist Historical Collection and adjunct professor of Church History and Baptist Identity at George W. Truett Theological Seminary
- Grant Teaff, former Baylor head football coach and executive director of the American Football Coaches Association
- Cindy Wiles, executive director of Global Connection Partnership Network
Schedule
| MONDAY, MAY 24TH |
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| 10:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. |
Registration |
| 1 p.m. |
Session 1 Welcome & announcements - Dennis Tucker Music - Johnny Sorrell Pianist - Jan Cason Speaker - Bill O'Brien - "Unknowns in Our Family Tree" |
| 2:15 - 2:45 p.m. |
Refreshments in the Paul and Katy Piper Great hall |
| 2:45-3:30 p.m. |
Breakout Workshops - Session 1 - Teflon or Velcro: It's All About Relationships - Keith Lowry (Room 113) - Hymns: Alive and Well - Terry York (Paul W. Powell Chapel) - The First Song in the Book of Praises - Steve Reid (Room 115) |
| 3:45-4:30 p.m. |
Breakout Workshops - Session 2 - Teflon or Velcro: It's All About Relationships - Keith Lowry (Room 113) - Hymns: Alive and Well - Terry York (Paul W. Powell Chapel) - The First Song in the Book of Praises - Steve Reid (Room 115) |
| 4:30-6:30 p.m. |
Free time - Dinner on your own |
| 6:30 p.m. |
Mini organ concert by Dr. Joyce Jones, Baylor Organist-in-Residence |
| 7-8:15 p.m. |
Session 2 Welcome & announcements - Jan Cason Music - Johnny Sorrell Pianist - Debbie Sorrell Special Music - VIP Choir, FBC Georgetown Speaker - Grant Teaff - "The Best is Yet to Be" |
| 8:15 p.m. |
Dr Pepper Floats in the Truett Courtyard |
| TUESDAY, MAY 25TH |
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| 8 a.m. |
Continental breakfast in the Piper Great Hall |
| 9-10:00 a.m. |
Session 3 Welcome and announcements - Grear Howard Music - Rick Watts Pianist - Jan Cason Speaker - Cindy Wiles - "Pillars of Strength for a New Day in Mission" |
| 10:30-11:15 a.m. |
Breakout Workshops - Session 1 - Fitness in the Golden Years - Van Davis (Room 309) - Joys and Challenges of Christian Grandparenting - Dennis Myers (Room 114) - The Ghost and Mr. Chicken: Engaging Senior Adults in Outreach & Evangelism - Keith Lowry (Room 113) - Ask an Attorney: Questions You May Have about Estate Planning - Susan Wommack & Chris Holmes (Room 115) |
| 11:30-12:15 p.m. |
Breakout Workshops - Session 2 - Fitness in the Golden Years - Van Davis (Room 309) - Joys and Challenges of Christian Grandparenting - Dennis Myers (Room 114) - The Ghost and Mr. Chicken: Engaging Senior Adults in Outreach & Evangelism - Keith Lowry (room 113) - Ask an Attorney: Questions You May Have about Estate Planning - Susan Wommack & Chris Holmes (Room 115) |
| 12:30 p.m. |
Box Lunch - Paul and Katy Piper Great Hall |
| 1-4:30 p.m. |
Tours of Baylor/Waco places of interest: Mayborn Museum Complex, Armstrong Browning Library, Texas Sports Hall of Fame, Dr Pepper Museum, and a riding tour of the Baylor campus. |
| 6-8 p.m. |
Dinner and Session 4 Welcome and announcements - Dennis Tucker Update on Baylor University - David Garland Music - Rick Watts Pianist - Jan Cason Speaker - Alan Lefever - "That Just Happened" |
| 8 p.m. |
Dr Pepper Floats in the Truett Courtyard |
| WEDNESDAY, MAY 26TH |
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| 8 a.m. |
Continental breakfast in the Piper Great Hall |
| 9-10:30 a.m. |
Session 5 Welcome and announcements - David Hardage Music - Rick Watts Pianist - Jan Cason Speaker - Paul W. Powell - "Looking at Life Through the Rear View Mirror" |
| 10:30 a.m. |
Farewell reception in the Paul and Katy Piper Great Hall |
Waco Area Hotels
| Courtyard by Marriott 101 Washington Ave. Waco, TX 76701 Phone: (254) 752-8686 Fax: (254) 752-1011 Ask for the Truett block rate ($104) available for reservations made by April 30. |
Hilton Waco 113 South University Parks Dr. Waco, TX 76701 Phone: (254) 754-8484 Fax: (254) 752-2214 Ask for Pillars-Truett block rate ($119) available as long as rooms are available. Free airport shuttle. |
Comfort Inn and Suites 1508 I-35 North Waco, TX 76705 Phone: (254) 799-9989 Fax: (254) 412-0688 Ask for the Truett block rate ($85) available for reservations made by May 17. Free breakfast. |
For more information please contact:
Angela Bailey
George W. Truett Theological Seminary
One Bear Place #97126
Waco, TX 76798-7126
Phone: (254) 710-6080
Fax: (254) 710-3753