Wyatt is a 68-year-old man from Pennsylvania who fell in love with music six decades earlier, but finally found his voice after turning 50.

Michael has talked with men in their 70s who admit to never having heard from their fathers that they were loved, valued or appreciated. To overcome that sense of rejection, fatherless people often spend their entire lifetime seeking approval from others.

Joan wrote a book recalling her experiences in contending with multiple sclerosis, getting her service dog and growing closer to God in the process. The book is titled “A Matter of Faith: Surviving Life's Crises with Four Wheels, Four Paws and a Loving God” and is available on Amazon and in other bookstores.

The good news is that with proper attention now, the likelihood of experiencing dementia can be reduced by as much as 50%. Two major studies have confirmed that statistic in recent years.

Angie's biggest contribution has been in starting what she calls a ministry of presence to walk with people who are experiencing grief. Her book describes things that are helpful and not-so-helpful when ministering to grieving people.

Pat and some of his coworkers would go backpacking every year, which gave him an opportunity to invest extended time outdoors where he really came to appreciate God as a creator.

Jeff said participating in just one medical mission is like doing 1,000 good deeds for people who often have no access to even basic medical care, let alone life-saving and life-changing procedures.

Beverly knows how important language is not only understanding other people, but for fitting into society as well. She has devoted her life to teaching adults and kids to speak different languages.

Joseph feels called to ministry in Kenya, so he is working to develop income streams that would help finance his mission and support his family.

Without that hope, people can fall into addictions or depression when they try to numb the pain of feeling there is no hope for a better life.