Aging: God's Challenge to Church & Synagogue

Aging: God's Challenge to Church & Synagogue
ISBN-10
0881771449
ISBN-13
9780881771442
Series
Aging
Category
Religion
Pages
167
Language
English
Published
1996
Authors
Richard H. Gentzler, Donald F. Clingan

Description

This practical and encouraging book contains important information necessary for understanding our aging society and the impact longer life is having on our congregations.

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