Growing in Wisdom was such a wonderful experience. Some of the gifts I received from the GIW program for which I am truly grateful are:
- listening to and learning from a variety of prominent speakers who shared their knowledge, wisdom, and life experience on various subjects regarding faith and aging
- time for reflection that helped me ponder valuable insights
- breakout sessions amongst peers that inspired thoughtful sharing during the intensives
- meeting once a month in an elder circle of women where confidentiality was respected, and trust, love and friendship flourished
- recommended valuable resources that were interesting and informative
- morning and afternoon prayer, meditation, and vespers framed each day of the intensives at its beginning and ending
- expressing myself through art and having a deeper understanding of mandalas from an excellent instructor
- a superb team of leaders who exercised exceptional organization, set a balanced pace, and facilitated with competence, compassion, and grace. Skillfully they created a caring and encouraging environment for which I cannot express sufficient gratitude
My bountiful and deep experience in my Elder Circle and in the program as a whole has nurtured my faith and spiritual growth, giving me an expanded vista on living life. Looking at how we age through the prism of meaning, purpose, grace, prepare for our death, and the legacy we leave behind has been a profound gift of love.
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!
Growing in Wisdom Participant, 2021-23
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