Senior Saints Upcoming Events

They're back at it again with entertainment, education, and always food and fellowship. Whether you're officially of retirement age or have some free time once a month, you're invited to participate in the 2026 line up of events for The Senior Saints, a fantastic group who's mission is to engage and connect empty nesters, young retirees, and older adults.  Add these Lunch N' Learn or Fieldtrip dates to your calendar and plan to attend, and invite a friend or neighbor.

• March - FREE Lunch and Euchre - Friday, March 13th starting at noon: welcome to a very a special invitation by some of our Day School students led by teacher, Zach Burchardt, for the Senior Saints to join them for an afternoon of intergenerational fun. Some will know how to play, some might need a good partner to teach them the ways of Euchre.

• April - Monday, April 13th starting at 11:00 am
  Lunch Menu ($10) beef stroganoff, vegetables, bread, dessert, drinks
  Speaker: Rev. Greg Klotz, LCMS Missionary
  
  Many questions surround worship these days. Some like contemporary; some like traditional. Let’s look at the possible ways why we ‘argue’ or ‘prefer’ one way or another when it comes to worship. The answers lie in examining who are as humans and who God is as Divine Savior. We will take step back and look at our humanity and what that all entails (culture, language, communication) and then, look at God: how He becomes incarnate and present among us through His gifts.”
  

• May - Monday, May 12th starting at 11:00 am
  Lunch Menu ($10) chicken stir fry, salad, bread, dessert, drinks
  Speaker: Pastor Danny Eggold
  
  Pastor Danny Eggold will share with us "How We Got the Bible." How did the books of the Bible come to be recognized as Holy Scripture? In this presentation, we’ll walk through the big-picture story of how the Old and New Testaments were received by God’s people, why some writings were included, and others were not, and what Christians mean when we talk about “the canon.” We’ll touch on key moments in the early Church, clarify common misunderstandings (like the idea that a church council “invented” the Bible), and highlight how the Church received the Scriptures as a gift: anchored in the apostles, proclaimed in worship, and trusted because they bear witness to Jesus Christ. Pastor Danny Eggold serves as Senior Pastor at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in Fort Wayne. He previously served at Grace Lutheran Church (Lafayette, IN), Concordia Seminary Seminary (St. Louis, MO) as an Admissions Officer, Our Savior's Lutheran Church (Springfield, IL), and Immanuel Lutheran Church (Valparaiso, IN). Pastor Danny is married to Lindsey (a daughter of St. Peter's!), and they have been blesssed with four children. Pastor Eggold and his wife are grateful to be part of the St. Peter’s family.

• June - Friday, June 12th show time at 1:00 pm - Blue Gate Theater in Shipshewana
  For transportation options, call Larry Goeglein
  A Simple Sanctuary: The Hit Mystery Musical
  
  She prayed the day would never come, but when her past comes calling, Melissa James has no choice but to flee. Pursued and living on the run, she finds desparate sanctuary and surprising friendship in Amish country. Part suspense, part romance, A Simple Sanctuary is a compelling story of love tested, the cost of freedom, and the solace found in true community. Based on the best-selling books by Beverly Lewis, A Simple Sanctuary is infused with Blue Gate Musicals' signature blend of humor, heart, and harmonies that make for an uplifting and entertaining evening at the theatre.