The spiritual task of the later years, says Joan Chittister in her book The Gift of Years, is to embrace the blessings of this time of life and learn how to overcome the burdens of it. These years are not merely an extension of adulthood; they are an entirely new season of life. The spiritual journey of these years is best done with companions alongside and some resources to help us on the way. We hope that the articles here will be that for you.
Reflections and resources for the journey.
Becoming Elders
We are called to be “elders, to bear witness to the world as placeholders for peace, love, wisdom and fearlessness.
Passing on the Blessing
The promise – the blessing of the Holy One from the beginning of time – passes from one generation to the next in the story of Elizabeth and Mary.
Crossing Thresholds
Sometimes a threshold appears as dreams or intentions we have ignored too long. Sometimes we just know it is time to cross.
Hallowing our Diminishments
When we hallow or make holy our diminishments, honoring them and treating them gently, we live in our aging bodies with grace, rather than anger, morbidity, or denial.
The Wisdom Years 