Aging, Spirituality, and Pastoral Care

James W Ellor

Preface
Introduction
Section 1. Ethical, Theological and Biblical Dimensions
Ethics and Ageing in the 21st Century
Beyond the Biomedical Paradigm: Generating a Spiritual Vision of Ageing
Outward Decay and Inward Renewal: A Biblical Perspective on Ageing and the Image of God
‘Wholeness, Dignity and the Ageing Self’: A Conversation Between Philosophy and Theology
The Getting and Losing Wisdom
Section 2. Issues of Ageing and Pastoral Care
Ageing and Isolation: Is the Issue Social Isolation or Is It Lack of Meaning of Life?
Pastoral Support for Late-Life Sexuality
Understanding the Ageing Process: A Developmental Perspective of the Psychosocial and Spiritual Dimensions
Through a Glass Darkly: A Dialogue Between Dementia and Faith
When Words Are No Longer Necessary: The Gift of Ritual
The Spiritual Dimension of Caring: Applying a Model for Spiritual Tasks of Ageing
The Challenges and Opportunities of Faith Community (Parish) Nursing in an Ageing Society
Epilogue
Radical Discipleship for an Ageing Society
Index
Reference Notes Included