SENIOR ADVENTURES
IN MINISTRY
SeniorAIM is a ministry for retired or semi-retired citizens in the Lord's body. Students study the Bible and Bible-related topics in detail, with emphasis on how they apply to our lives today.
Due to their many years of life experience, senior Christians have much to offer. They want to use their experience, knowledge, perspective, resources, and time to make a difference for the Lord. SeniorAIM students can unite these attributes with the biblical teaching and training they receive in SeniorAIM to increase their capacity to minister to others.
SeniorAIM is designed to:
Engage Christians in spiritual growth and service to others through teaching and short-term mission efforts.
Encourage individuals to use life experiences and skills to promote God's kingdom.
Edify disciples with a greater understanding of scripture and by fostering fellowship.
SeniorAIMers can serve anywhere — across town, across the country, or across the world. They participate in evangelistic campaigns, provide teaching in congregations, help with benevolent efforts, and contribute to the kingdom in a host of other ways.
Seniors know it’s not just about where you’ve been, but where God is taking you next.
GARY WITCHER
Director of Senior AIM
COURSE OFFERINGS
There are four terms in a school year (August–May)
Each term is 2½ months with a one-week break midterm
Mid-August through mid-October
Mid-October through mid-December
Early January through early March
Mid-March through mid-May
Two SeniorAIM audit courses are offered each semester, on Tuesday/Thursday mornings or Friday mornings
$20 course fee per class
In-person classes are streamed live via Zoom
It is possible to take SIBI degree courses for audit or credit while taking one or two SeniorAIM courses
CURRENT SECOND TERM CLASSES BEING OFFERED
October 22 – December 13
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Parables taught by Ed Jones
Gospel and Epistles of John taught by Gary Witcher
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Parables taught by Ed Jones
Gospel and Epistles of John taught by Gary Witcher
BENEFITS
INSPIRATION — given by teachers with experience and knowledge
ETERNAL GOALS — encouraging one another in mind, body, and spirit
PRAYER SUPPORT — "Prayers of righteous persons avail much."
WORTHY USE OF TIME — educational, social, and spiritual growth enhanced
CAMARADERIE — nurtured during class, house to house, and on trips
VALIDATION OF SENIORHOOD — adds value, respect, and honor to this life stage
INTERGENERATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES — Three generations can have schooling together
VALUE-ADDED TRAVELS — spiritual dimension while teaching and learning
INCREASED WORLDVIEW — exposure to other cultures possible during travel
ELECTRONIC DIMENSION — Zoom allows people outside of Lubbock—in other states and other countries—to enter our classroom
SENIOR ADVENTURES IN MINISTRY FACULTY/STAFF
ED JONES
Sr. AIM
AMY WITCHER
Sr. AIM Assistant
GARY WITCHER
Director of Senior AIM