Prayer at the Pole

The expression “rally round the flag” refers to coming together for a common purpose. And what could be a more fulfilling purpose than coming together to express and share our faith? As a faith-based senior community, many of our Magnolia Manor residents and staff love to do just that. So once we were able to congregate in person again, our Americus campus started a new tradition – prayer at the flagpole.

Prayer at the Pole: Sharing Our Faith

The gathering usually takes place on Tuesday mornings at 9:30 – rain or shine, though if the weather is inclement we may move undercover nearby.

Residents and staff who wish to participate gather round for fellowship. They share prayer requests along with current joyful moments in their lives, and of course they pray. Rev. John Walker, our V.P. for Spiritual Care, starts with a devotion and allows ample time for residents to share with the group. Then he closes the event with another prayer. If Rev. Walker isn’t able to attend, Ty Kinslow, our Senior V.P. for Communications, fills in and leads the prayers.

Prayer at the Pole: Sharing Our Sense of Community

Sharing faith-related activities is part of daily life for many of our residents and staff at all of our campuses, whether they gather round a flag pole or in some other specific location. Sharing life’s joys and challenges is a regular occurrence among all of our residents as they go about their daily activities, since we consider our communities to be our extended family.

During the holiday season, these opportunities for fellowship and sharing can be all the more important, especially for those who have no nearby or visiting relatives. In the true spirit of Christmas, residents and staff can take comfort in knowing they belong, sharing their faith, receiving support for trying times in life, and having someone to share their happy moments.

The power of prayer and togetherness lifts our spirits during this special season, and it’s a tradition we can continue year round. And if you happen to be in Americus on a Tuesday morning, we encourage you to join us for Prayer at the Pole.

All Faiths Welcome at Magnolia Manor

Magnolia Manor is deeply rooted in the Methodist Church, but we gladly welcome seniors of all faiths and from all walks of life. We might all look different and practice our faith or feed our spirit in different ways, but we consider ourselves one big family. That’s why we treat one another with dignity, compassion, respect, and love.

To learn more about our faith-based community, where you can openly share and practice your faith with other like-minded residents and staff, give us a call at 855-540-LIFE.