Growing Old in Christ

by Stanley Hauerwas

Book Overview

One of the hallmarks of contemporary culture is its attitude toward aging and the elderly. Youth and productivity are celebrated in today's society, while the elderly are increasingly marginalized. This not only poses difficulties for old people but is also a loss for the young and middle-agers, who could learn much from the elderly, including what it means to grow old (and die) "in Christ."

Growing Old in Christ presents the first serious...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0802846076
• ISBN13: 9780802846075
• Release Date: June 2003
• Publisher: William B. Eerdmans Publishing Company
• Length: 320 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.3" x 9.4"