April 10, 2010

Presenters: Jenny Chin Hansen, president AARP; John J. Shea, O.S.A., STM professor of pastoral care and counseling; Rev. Michael J. Himes, professor of theology, Boston College Theology Department; Michael St. Clair, professor of psychology, Emmanuel College; and Myles Sheehan, S.J., M.D., New England Provincial, Society of Jesus

This day-long conference featured experts from the fields of theology, ministry, and health, focusing on the different spiritual challenges that women and men encounter as they move into the second half of life, and the unique resources faith offers to make this a time of deep purpose.

Hosted by the Boston College Alumni Association, the Church in the 21st Century Center, the School of Theology and Ministry, the University Institute on Aging, and the Sloan Center on Aging & Work.  Co-sponsored by the Connell School of Nursing and the Graduate School of Social Work and generously supported by Liberty Mutual Insurance.