ALOA sponsors a variety of events for active older adults. These gatherings provide opportunities for spiritual growth, fellowship and fun in relaxed, inter-Lutheran settings.
- ALOA LUTHERHOSTELS
are national events held in various locations throughout the U.S. These events are planned by local committees and are often held in retreat-like settings for 4-6 days.
- ALOA SENIORFESTS
are regional events, often co-sponsored by synods, districts, seminaries and other institutions. These events are also planned by local committees and are generally 1 or 2 day events.
- ALOA PILGRIMAGES
are extended educational trips, often to other countries, and focus on sites of historical significance to Christians in general and/or Lutherans in particular. Pilgrimages are led by knowledgeable leaders with insight into the both the history and the culture of the land(s) visited.
- ALOA CRUISES & TOURS
are opportunities for Lutheran Older Adults to travel in the company of congenial companions with experienced tour leaders. While primarily recreational, ALOA cruises and tours also provide opportunities for learning and spiritual growth.
- OTHER SENIOR EVENTS OF INTEREST
are educational opportunities offered by other organizations.
Schedule of Events
Note: The event schedule is updated monthly. If registration information is not yet available on line, please call the office at 1-800-930-ALOA.
| 2008 Lutherhostels |
| August 23-29 |
Camp Arcadia Lutherhostel |
Arcadia, MI
Click here for more information |
Sept. 28-Oct. 3 |
Colorama Lutherhostel I |
Heartwood Conference Center, Trego, WI
Co-sponsored by Thrivent Financial for Lutherans
Click here for more information |
Oct. 5-10 |
Colorama Lutherhostel II |
Heartwood Conference Center, Trego, WI
Co-Sponsored by Thrivent Financial for Lutherans
Click here for more information |
Oct. 12-17 |
Colorama Lutherhostel III |
Heartwood Conference Cetner, Trego, WI
Co-sponsored by Thrivent Financial for Lutherans
Click here for more information |
Oct. 12-17 |
Camp Pioneer Lutherhostel |
Camp Pioner, Angola, NY |
Oct. 26-31 |
South Carolina Lutherhostel |
Coastal Retreat Center, Isle of Palms, SC
Click here for more information |
| 2009 Lutherhostels |
Mar. 9-13 |
Arizona Lutherhostel |
Keynote Speaker: Dr. Loren Kramer |
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| 2008 SeniorFests |
None scheduled for the remainder of 2008 |
| 2009 SeniorFests |
Mon. Feb. 2 |
Florida SeniorFest I |
Christian Life Center, Leesburg, FL |
Tues. Feb. 3 |
Florida SeniorFest II |
Christian Retreat Center, Bradenton, FL |
Wed. Feb. 4 |
Florida SeniorFest III |
Riverside Retreat Center, LaBelle (Ft. Myers), FL |
Thurs. Feb. 5 |
Florida SeniorFest IV |
John Knox Village, Pompano Beach, FL |
Sat. Feb. 7 |
Florida SeniorFest V |
University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL |
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Other 2008 Events and Continuing Education Opportunities
For more information on these events, contact the organizing sponsor.
*Designed for Pastors and/or Professional Caregivers |
| Aug. 11-13 |
Concordia Seminary
Port Charlotte, FL |
“Equipped to Serve”
Contact Rev. Kenneth Redmann, 941-627-6060; pastor@lccross.org |
| Aug. 11-15 |
Pioneer Camp & Retreat Center
Angola, NY |
Grandparents Week: Intergenerational Activities
Contact: www.pioneercamp.org |
| Aug. 24-31 |
Concordia Seminary
Ft. Wayne, IN |
Alaskan Cruise: “The Splendor of God’s Creation”
Leaders: President & Mrs. Dean Wenthe; Rev. & Mrs. Wayne Graumann
Contact: ctsfw.edu |
| Aug. 29-Sept. 1 |
Camp Arcadia
Arcadia, MI |
Labor Day Family Weekend
Contact: 231-889-4361; www.camp-arcadia.com |
Tuesdays
Sept. 9-Oct. 7 |
Concorida University
Mequon, WI |
“The Concept and Practice of Parish Nursing and Congregational Health”
Contact Carol Lueders Bolwerk, 262-243-4233, carol.lueders.bolwerk@cuw.edu |
| Sept. 12-14 |
Camp Arcadia
Arcadia, MI |
Women’s Retreat: “Cultivating Margin—Making Space in our Lives for the Things that Matter Most”
Contact: 231-889-4361; www.camp-arcadia.com |
| *Sept. 16-17 |
Concordia Seminary
St. Louis, MO |
19th Annual Theological Symposium
Contact: www.csl.edu |
| Sept. 19-21 |
Camp Arcadia
Arcadia, MI |
Women’s Retreat: “Sacred Moments”
Contact: 231-889-4361; www.camp-arcadia.com |
| Sept. 21-24 |
Camp Aracadia
Arcadia, MI |
Church Music Symposium
“Worshipping Because It Matters: The Design of Effective Congregational Song”
Contact: 231-889-4361; www.camp-arcadia.com |
| Sept. 25 |
Trinity Seminary
Columbus, OH |
Trinity Days: Prophetic Politics
Contact: 614-235-4136 or TrinityLutheranSeminary.edu |
| Sept. 27-Oct. 12 |
Rev. Larry Koehn, Ret.
Bethel Lutheran Church
Biloxi, MS |
“Autumn Leaves” Tour
Contact: 1-800-736-7300 (Your Man Tours) |
| Oct. 1 |
*Spiritual Care Basics Seminar
“Spiritual Development in Older Adults” |
Clinton, NY
Contact Brian McCaffrey, bmccaffrey@lutherancare.org |
| Oct. 2 |
*Spiritual Care Basics Seminar
“Spiritual Development in Older Adults” |
Rochester, NY
Contact Brian McCaffrey, bmccaffrey@lutherancare.org |
| Oct. 2-4 |
Wheat Ridge Ministries
Hyatt Regency
Milwaukee, WI |
National Symposium on Health and Hope
Contact: www.symposium.wheatridge.org |
| Oct. 4-7 |
Concordia Seminary
St. Louis, MO |
Lutherhostel
Contact: 314-505-7486, or www.csl.edu |
Wednesdays
Oct. 8, 15, 22, 29 |
Concordia Seminary
St. Louis, MO |
Lay Bible Institute
Contact: www.csl.edu |
| Oct. 13-24 |
Concordia Seminary
St. Louis, MO
Concordia Seminary
Ft. Wayne, IN
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“Highlights of Italy” Tour
Leaders: Dr. & Mrs. L. Dean Hempelmann; Dr. & Mrs. Dale A. Meyer; Dr. & Mrs. Dean Wenthe
Contact: ctstours@ctsfw.edu |
Nov. 5 |
*“The Path of the Heart: Caregiving as Spiritual Practice” |
Claremont Manor Retirement Community, Claremont, CA
Contact Center for Spirituality & Aging, csadirector@frontporch.net
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Nov. 6 |
*“The Path of the Heart: Caregiving as Spiritual Practice” |
Mt. Miguel Covenant Community, Spring Valley, CA
Contact Center for Spirituality & Aging, csadirector@frontporch.net |
Nov. 12-14 |
*CASA Leadership Conference |
“Engaging the Culture-Transformational Leadership for Life’s Second Half”
Contact: www.gocasa.org |
Jan. 6-18, 2009 |
Holy Land Tour (with 3 day extension to Jordan) |
Sponsored by Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago, Leaders: NT Prof. Barbara Rossing and O.T. Prof. Esther Menn.
Contact www.lstc.edu/lifelong_learn/travel/09holyland.pdf
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Jan. 21 |
*“Spiritual Care and the Physiology of Aging” |
Walnut Manor Care Center, Anaheim, CA
Contact Center for Spirituality & Aging, csadirector@frontporch.net
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Jan. 22 |
*“Spiritual Care and the Physiology of Aging” |
Carlsbad by the Seas Retirement Community, Carlsbad, CA
Contact Center for Spirituality & Aging, csadirector@frontporch.net
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March 8-13 |
Lutherhostel: “Wholly Holy” |
Spirit in the Desert Lutheran Retreat Center, Carefree, AZ
Contact: www.SpiritinTheDesert.org
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March 15-20 |
Lutherhostel: “Wholly Holy” |
Spirit in the Desert Lutheran Retreat Center, Carefree, AZ
Contact: www.SpiritinTheDesert.org
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April 1 |
*“Spiritual Care and the Psychology of Aging” |
Villa Gardens Retirement Community, Pasadena, CA
Contact Center for Spirituality & Aging, csadirector@frontporch.net
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April 2 |
*“Spiritual Care and the Psychology of Aging” |
Fredericka Manor/Retirement Community, Chula Vista, CA
Contact Center for Spirituality & Aging, csadirector@frontporch.net
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2008–2009 Online Courses |
May-June
2008 |
Peter and Paul: Agents of Change. Teacher: The Rev. Autumn Fletcher Hardenstine |
Lutheran Theological Seminary at Philadelphia.
Contact: faithandlife@ltsp.edu |
Oct-Nov
2008 |
Singing with Mind and Spirit: Hymns of the Church. Teacher: Mark Mummert |
Lutheran Theological Seminary at Philadelphia.
Contact: faithandlife@ltsp.edu |
Feb-Mar
2009 |
With All Your Mind: An Introduction to Christian Theology. Teacher: Martin Lohrmann |
Lutheran Theological Seminary at Philadelphia.
Contact: faithandlife@ltsp.edu |
Note: The Concordia University Education Network invites individuals to enroll in The Concordia Online Colloguy Program and/or The Seminar Program. Courses include:
| Colloguy Program |
Seminar Program |
- Old Testament
- New Testament
- History of Theology
- Lutheran Confessions
- Christian Doctrine
- Varieties of Belief
- Lutheran Teacher I
- Lutheran Teacher II
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- Lutheran Perspectives on the Old Testament
- Lutheran Perspectives on the New Testament
- History of the Church
- Lutheran Doctrine
- The Role of the Teacher in a Lutheran School
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Collouy courses are $645 per course; Seminar courses are $59.95 per course.
For information, contact CUENet, 1-800-238-3037; www.cuenet.edu.
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ALOA invites you to continue learning and enjoy Christian fellowship.
PARTICIPATE IN AN ALOA EVENT!
Call 1-800-930-ALOA for more information.
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