2011 Spirituality and Aging Seminar

Steven J. Sandage, Ph.D., LP
Bethel University, St. Paul, MN

Friday, November 18, 2011
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Conrad Grebel University College
Great Hall

Registration Fee: $50.00

reduced fee for seniors, students and the underemployed.  Please call (Rebecca Gibbons number) for more information.

9:00 Welcome and Introductions

9:30 Why Forgive?
Forgiveness is a hot topic. It is also a complex concept that varies in meaning depending on personal belief, culture, or religion. The morning presentation will address questions such as What is forgiveness? Why is it important? What are the potential benefits? What is ‘pseudo-forgiveness’? What is the role of forgiveness in human development? What is the role of forgiveness in healthy aging?

11:45-1:00 LUNCH

1:00-3:00 Forgiveness:
Pathways to Transformation
Through exploring and summarizing research focusing on forgiveness and through case presentations, participants will become familiar with various factors associated with forgiveness and will consider how forgiveness work may be utilized in their work with senior adults.

Steven J. Sandage, Ph.D., LP is Professor of Marriage and Family Studies at Bethel University in St Paul, MN, and a practicing Licensed Psychologist. He is co-author of three books, To Forgive is Human, The Faces of Forgiveness, and Transforming Spirituality: Integrating Theology and Psychology. He has also authored numerous articles and chapters in areas such as the positive psychology of forgiveness and spirituality, multicultural psychology, differentiation of self, and philosophy of science.

Dr. Sandage is currently directing a longitudinal study of relational spirituality, forgiveness, and intercultural development. In collaboration with the University of Minnesota Medical School, he is investigating a clinical trial of a forgiveness intervention for the treatment of Borderline Personality Disorder. His research has been funded by grants from the Lilly Endowment, the John Templeton Foundation, and the Fetzer Institute. His areas of specialization as a psychologist include couples and family therapy and intercultural consultation.

For more information call 519-885-0220 x24264.