--- title: Abundant Aging - Center for Abundant Aging (13) description: Aging abundantly. What is it? Is it achievable? Are you living it? Find out how to live abundantly through this thought-provoking blog series designed to inspire and come alongside your journey of aging with purpose. (13) --- [![Center for Abundant Aging](https://www.unitedchurchhomes.org/wp-content/uploads/uch-logo-200x84.png "Center for Abundant Aging")](https://www.unitedchurchhomes.org/parker-center) [Back to United Church Homes](https://www.unitedchurchhomes.org/) This is a search field with an auto-suggest feature attached. - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. - [Educational Opportunities](https://www.unitedchurchhomes.org/parker-center/educational-opportunities/) - [Overview](https://www.unitedchurchhomes.org/parker-center/educational-opportunities/) - [Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE)](https://www.unitedchurchhomes.org/parker-center/educational-opportunities/clinical-pastoral-education-cpe/) - [Quellhorst Endowment Fund](https://www.unitedchurchhomes.org/parker-center/educational-opportunities/quellhorst-scholars/) - [High School Community Service Opportunities](https://www.unitedchurchhomes.org/parker-center/educational-opportunities/high-school-community-service-opportunities/) - [Internships-Undergraduate and Graduate](https://www.unitedchurchhomes.org/parker-center/educational-opportunities/internships-undergraduate-and-graduate/) - [Research Opportunities](https://www.unitedchurchhomes.org/parker-center/educational-opportunities/research-opportunities/) - Engagement with Congregations - [Resources for Worship and Reflection](https://www.unitedchurchhomes.org/parker-center/resources-for-worship-and-reflection/) - [Age-Friendly Congregations](https://www.unitedchurchhomes.org/parker-center/age-friendly-congregations/) - [Church Resources](https://www.unitedchurchhomes.org/parker-center/church-resources/) - [About the Center](https://www.unitedchurchhomes.org/parker-center/about-the-center/) - [Overview](https://www.unitedchurchhomes.org/parker-center/about-the-center/) - [Meet Rev. 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[Read More](https://blog.unitedchurchhomes.org/the-power-of-divine-love) ### Meaning, Purpose & Redefining Retirement: Resources By Parker Center Staff  •  September 05, 2024 For the past month, we have been writing on the theme of Purpose and Meaning as we approach our annual Abundant Aging Symposium, Meaning, Purpose, and Redefining.. [Read More](https://blog.unitedchurchhomes.org/meaning-purpose-redefining-retirement-resources) ### On Purpose, For a Purpose By Kim Moeller  •  August 29, 2024 To psychologists, purpose is an abiding intention to achieve a long-term goal that is both personally meaningful and makes a positive mark on the world. More simply,.. [Read More](https://blog.unitedchurchhomes.org/on-purpose-for-a-purpose) ### The Incredible Gifts of Purpose and Meaning By Rev. Dr. Bobbie McKay  •  August 22, 2024 I was born in 1931 in Chicago, Illinois, the youngest of four children. 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[Read More](https://blog.unitedchurchhomes.org/meaning-and-purpose) ### Summer Reflections: Journal to Preserve the Memory By Parker Center Staff  •  July 25, 2024 Journaling your summer memories allows you to preserve the past and capture the essence of those precious memories and experiences forever. By writing down your.. [Read More](https://blog.unitedchurchhomes.org/journal-to-preserve-the-memory) ### Summers are for Friendships By Kim Moeller  •  July 18, 2024 Think back. In what season are your favorite memories with your best friends? I’ve asked a number of people and summer seems to be the most common answer. 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