It’s a wonderful feeling when someone remembers you.

In busy cities, such as those in Singapore, a need commonly lies within—the need to be remembered, the need for community. Many elderly people carry this quiet longing.

Mrs. Chan spent most of her time alone. “I would just watch TV. I didn’t know what to do,” she shared. Then, she met Alan, a Global Mission pioneer who visits isolated seniors across the city.

Alan invited her to join a care group hosted at the Thompson Chinese Seventh-day Adventist Church. These care groups are part of a larger effort by Adventist churches in partnership with Adventist Care Centers. Volunteers dedicate their time to planning meaningful gatherings. They organize transportation, activities, meals, and more to ensure a safe space where people can connect and feel cared for.

Before each meeting, a large bus picks up participants, but some seniors struggle with the steps. To help with this issue, Alan drives a smaller van for those who need extra help. He talks with seniors during his rides, reminding them they haven’t been forgotten.

For many seniors, the care group meetings are more than just weekly gatherings. Participants build friendships and find a true sense of belonging.

Seventy-two-year-old Amy Leong didn’t expect much the first time she attended a care group gathering. “I had no idea what we would do. I just tried to have a positive mindset,” she said. However, she noticed that there were people her age, so she embraced the unknown. Soon, the weekly gatherings became a regular part of her life. Her husband, Simon Chiang, wasn’t initially interested but eventually joined his wife.

Amy was a nominal Christian, and Simon was a non-believer when they started attending. But something began to stir in their hearts. As they spent time with other seniors, participated in worship, and studied the Bible with Pastor Kevin Tain, their interest in faith deepened.

“There are times when I feel unhappy. But I feel better when I go to the church and sing,” Amy said.

Today, they’re preparing for baptism, and Amy even invites others to join. Her sister, son, granddaughter, and friends have received invitations from her to join Bible study.

These care groups are restoring hope and reminding people that they matter. This is what Christ’s method is all about—meeting people where they are, loving them, and gently leading them to Jesus.