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About This Issue November/December 2011 NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2011 VOLUME 24, NUMBER 7 The Grace of Aging THE MAGAZINE OF PRESBYTERIAN WOMEN The Grace of Aging Aging. Does that word create an ache in your knee or a song in your soul? Maybe both? Granted, aging often means a weakening body—a new ache or cloudier vision. But aging can also have a way of IFC strengthening our spirits. Each day on earth, we've had an opportunity to build our relationship with God, our families and friends and the world around us; to find our strengths and passions; to overcome challenges. So while our bodies may be slowing down, our spirits remain lively, engaged. And that spirited engagement with the world is certainly true of Presbyterian women. The following pages highlight how Presbyterian women (just like you) are embracing the grace of aging—the opportunity to live out their faith and passions in loving community. Features 4 Hearing Stories That Can No Longer Be Told Cynthia L. Rigby explores the gift of sharing our stories with our elders. Not Yet 7 p. 10 Engaging New Seniors and Older Adults in the Life of the Church Michele Shultz Hendrix reveals what the church can do to engage older adults in the life of the church. 10 To Every Season Anitra Kitts contemplates the opportunities available in the later seasons of life. 13 Global Action on Aging Meagan Manas interviews Susanne Paul, president of Global Action on Aging and longtime advocate for older persons worldwide. 16 Ethical Wills: The Great Gift of Legacy Désirée Youngblood explains the process and benefits of writing an ethical will. 19 Becoming a Wise Woman Kathy Bostrom reflects on the wisdom and grace that come with age. p. 19 2 22 Aging Well in Faith Mary Austin offers lessons learned on aging with grace.