Rev. Barb Sholis
Pastor for Senior Adult Ministries and Wind Crest
Rev. Barb Sholis serves our senior adults at St. Andrew. She joined the staff in January 2023 after ‘retiring’ from serving for 30 years in ministry, including as the senior minister at Parker UMC in Parker, Colorado. Under Barb's leadership, a number of new initiatives have been introduced including a summer Vacation Bible School for seniors and weekly coffee chats.
Barb is a native of Louisville, Kentucky, and was a longtime resident of Columbus, Ohio, where she served in local churches, as a District Superintendent, and as the clergy assistant to the Bishop of West Ohio Conference. Married to her husband, Robert, (also retired clergy), they moved to Colorado in 2018 to be closer to family.
Upcoming Events
Hit the Road: Denver Mint Tour
Tour of the Denver Mint: Connecting America Through Coins
The United States Mint in Denver manufactures coin dies, stores silver bullion, and mints coins. The Denver Mint produces circulating coins, numismatic products including annual uncirculated coin sets, and commemorative coins as authorized by Congress. The Denver Mint treasures its historic building, which is one of Colorado’s oldest institutions. Learn the rich history of the Mint and how they make coins with a guided tour.
No ticket needed. Limited to 28 guests. Tour starts at 9:45am. Meet at St. Andrew by 9 am. Plan to return by 1 pm.
The United States Mint in Denver manufactures coin dies, stores silver bullion, and mints coins. The Denver Mint produces circulating coins, numismatic products including annual uncirculated coin sets, and commemorative coins as authorized by Congress. The Denver Mint treasures its historic building, which is one of Colorado’s oldest institutions. Learn the rich history of the Mint and how they make coins with a guided tour.
No ticket needed. Limited to 28 guests. Tour starts at 9:45am. Meet at St. Andrew by 9 am. Plan to return by 1 pm.
Fall Prevention Class
Monday, October 5
9:30–11:30 am
Join us for a two-hour Falls Prevention Workshop with Mindie from AdventHealth. Using props and printed resources, Mindie will cover fall statistics, developing a plan to get help, how to safely get up if you do fall, the significance of exercise, how poor vision and medications can contribute to falls, and the importance of home and community safety. Giveaways and light snacks will be provided.
9:30–11:30 am
Join us for a two-hour Falls Prevention Workshop with Mindie from AdventHealth. Using props and printed resources, Mindie will cover fall statistics, developing a plan to get help, how to safely get up if you do fall, the significance of exercise, how poor vision and medications can contribute to falls, and the importance of home and community safety. Giveaways and light snacks will be provided.
Chair Yoga with Becky Palmer
First Friday Monthly | 10–11 am
Back by popular demand from our VBS for Seniors, our Seniors ministry will offer chair yoga with certified yoga instructor, Becky Palmer. The cost is $5 per session at class to Becky. The class size limit is 20 participants. No registration needed at this time; bring cash or check payable to Becky Palmer.
Prime Time
Second Friday Monthly | September–May | 11:30 am – 1 pm
Enjoy great food, fellowship, and entertainment at Prime Time, our monthly gathering for seniors held on the second Friday of each month, September through May. October’s program features Derek Evilsizor, performing the music of Frank Sinatra. The menu includes lasagna and breadsticks, green salad, and dessert. Gluten-free and vegetarian options are available when you make your reservation. The cost for the 2026/2027 season is $15 per person.
Reservations may be made online, or by calling the Prime Time reservation phone number, 303-351-0096. Reservations must be made by the Tuesday prior.
2026/2027 Dates: October 9, November 13, December 11, January 8, February 12, March 12, April 9, Note Date Exception: May 7
Reservations may be made online, or by calling the Prime Time reservation phone number, 303-351-0096. Reservations must be made by the Tuesday prior.
2026/2027 Dates: October 9, November 13, December 11, January 8, February 12, March 12, April 9, Note Date Exception: May 7
Mahjong
Third Friday Monthly | 1–4 pm
Come and join with friends to learn this fun game.
No reservation is necessary.
No reservation is necessary.
Coffee Chat
Fourth Friday Monthly | September–May | 9:30–11 am
Enjoy coffee, donuts, and great conversation in the Harmon Library. Friday Coffee Chat meets monthly and returns in September. Stay tuned for details about September's guest speaker and conversation topic. No registration required.
Women's Game Group
Fourth Friday Monthly | 1:30–4 pm
Join women of all ages for fun, fellowship, cards, and board
games in Harmon Library. No reservation is necessary for this
non-competitive fun!
games in Harmon Library. No reservation is necessary for this
non-competitive fun!
Helping Hands
Mondays and Fridays | 6:30–8 am
Join our Helping Hands ministry and build community and friendships while you support the church through hands-on assistance with tasks like vacuuming, mowing, trimming shrubs, window cleaning, and more under the direction of the Facilities team. Teams meet Monday and Friday mornings and enjoy coffee, donuts, and fellowship after completing their tasks. Email facilities@gostandrew.com for more details.
Wind Crest Offerings
Wind Crest Senior Living in Highlands Ranch is a village of over 1800 residents. St. Andrew brings an active United Methodist presence with a weekly Bible study along with special worship services throughout the year. Long-range plans include providing a weekday worship experience.
Our study group at Wind Crest has a growing class of attendees who study together every Thursday from 10–11:30 am in the Cultural Learning Room in Parry Landing. If you are a resident of Wind Crest and want to know more about our gatherings, email Rev. Barb at bsholis@gostandrew.com or send her your email address and she will include you in her Wind Crest email group.
Our study group at Wind Crest has a growing class of attendees who study together every Thursday from 10–11:30 am in the Cultural Learning Room in Parry Landing. If you are a resident of Wind Crest and want to know more about our gatherings, email Rev. Barb at bsholis@gostandrew.com or send her your email address and she will include you in her Wind Crest email group.
