Timothy V. Olson

Aging and Loving

Ethics, Culture & Social Issues

“" Aging and Loving addresses matters we often ignore, avoid, or talk about clumsily--growing old and sex. James Childs names our failings and illuminates the truth with insight, grace, and compassion. He charts a faithful, ethical path that reframes our vision of what the autumn of life can be when we live with the joy and love that are central to the anticipation of God's coming reign. He does so with the discipline of a scholar and the grace, eloquence, and care of a pastor. This is an essential book for all who age and all who care for the aging.”

ReEngaging ELCA Social Teaching on The Church in Society

Ethics, Culture & Social Issues

“political,” and the church should never “meddle” in public affairs. His work is a lifeline for preachers and leaders searching for a way through the troubled waters that create a deepening sense of irrelevance and fear. Child’s renewed and refreshed assertion of the essential place of the church in society is an essential tonic for these troubled times.”

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