This course examines the role of ritual and liturgy in bringing meaning to the second half of life. We study theories of adult development, particularly spiritual development, in order to gain an understanding of the tasks and challenges facing us in the latter part of the life cycle. We also investigate the nature and function of rites of passage and explore the art of ritual making.
Students have an opportunity to create rituals for important transitions of adulthood and aging.
Finally, we explore means of adapting liturgy and worship to meet the needs of older adults.