Religion and Aging: An Anthology of the Poppele Papers

These essays and research studies investigate the role of faith in older people's lives. Ranging from discussions of the consolation of the Psalms to research into belief patterns of older Americans, Religion and Aging: An Anthology of the Poppele Papers offers ideas and attitudes to help pastors, rabbis, and other clergy minister more effectively to the older members of their flock. Originally published in the Quarterly Papers on Religion and Aging, many of these classic studies have been updated with new information.

Derrel R. Watkins, PhD, MSW, MRE, is Professor Emeritus of Social Work at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, Oubri A. Poppele Professor of Gerontology (Retired) at the Saint Paul School of Theology, and currently serves as Adjunct Professor at the Institute for Gerontological Studies, Baylor University in Waco, Texas