About Eldr

Who We Are

We are a community of skilled, ecumenical, and diverse Eldrs and care providers trained in pastoral care and spiritual development. Our team is dedicated to sharing God’s love and hope, caring for the lonely, and inspiring well-being throughout the world.

We believe that faith and community are powerful antidotes to loneliness. Our mission is to make pastoral care accessible to all, enriching lives through spiritual connections and faith-based support.

Who Can Benefit from Eldr?

Older adults seeking connection and purpose
Individuals grappling with loneliness or isolation
Those navigating life transitions or spiritual questions
Anyone seeking to deepen their faith and personal growth
Caregivers seeking support

Our Mission

Eldr connects individuals and families with a rich, skilled, ecumenical, and diverse community of Elders trained in pastoral care, chaplaincy, and spiritual development & exploration in order to share the love and hope of GOD, care for the lonely, share & co-create stories, identify & explore lived theologies, and inspire well-being throughout the world.

Our Values

At Eldr, our values guide everything we do. They shape our interactions, inform our decisions, and drive our commitment to serving our community. Here are the core values that define us:

01.

Love

We believe that the cruelty, tragedy, and inequity of the human condition is healed through kind and loving relationships amongst individuals, families, communities, and the Divine.

02.

Service to the Church

Eldr serves, and is an expression & ministry of, the Church and the Gospel of Jesus Christ. We believe that the Church is best served through efforts toward reformation, reconciliation, and celebration.

03.

Continuous Improvement

We are committed to intentionally searching for and actualizing strategic initiatives toward growth and development.

04.

Systems-Focused

We understand individuals within the context of the multiple systems of life, recognizing that sustainable change occurs within these interconnected systems.

05.

Trauma-Oriented

We acknowledge that trauma often drives maladaptive behavior and approach our work with this understanding.

06.

Rediscovering Collegiality

We strive to foster long-term, meaningful, and progressive relationships between all stakeholders.

07.

The Joy of Faith

We create a space where people are free to practice and are driven by their faith.

08.

Right Livelihood

We believe that the way we become and sustain profitability should celebrate our vision for a kind, compassionate, and equitable community.

09.

Undoing Racism

Our efforts are dedicated to undoing the wicked and corrupting forces of racial bias and inequality.

Our Commitment

Eldr is committed to becoming a place of peace, safety, liberty, wellness, wholeness, and prosperity for all our Partner Providers and the individuals we serve. We strive to create an environment where everyone can experience a sense of well-being, fairness, and support.

Join Us on This Journey

Whether you’re seeking spiritual guidance, meaningful connections, or support in life’s journey, Eldr is here to walk alongside you. We invite you to join our community and experience the transformative power of virtual pastoral care:

Reduced feelings of loneliness and isolation
Increased sense of purpose and spiritual fulfillment
Improved emotional well-being and resilience
Stronger connection to your faith and values
Enhanced resilience to face life’s challenges with grace and wisdom

Together, let’s share stories, explore lived theologies, and inspire well-being throughout the world.