Finding a sacred oasis in grief : a resource manual for pastoral care givers / Steven L. Jeffers and Harold Ivan Smith.
Publication details: Oxford : Radcliffe Publishing, ©2007.Description: xii, 188 p. : ill. ; 25 cmISBN:- 9781846191817
- 1846191815
Item type | Current library | Call number | Status | Date due | Barcode | |
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Main Collection | John Kinder Theological Library | BV4330 JEF (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | Available | J00876532 | ||
Main Collection | Theology House | BV4330 JEF (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | Available | A00327081 |
Includes bibliographical references (p. 168-182) and index.
Spirituality is like a river flowing -- Pastoral care: grounded in being -- A ministry of presence with the bereaved -- Grief: an anthology -- When a baby dies: the loss of a dream -- When a loved one dies, children play and cry -- Adolescents: grief's in-between generation -- Men and women: do they grieve the same -- Living with suicide: a grief like no other -- Stages of grief: fact or fiction? -- Where is God? -- Is there life after death for me? -- Diversity of beliefs about end-of-life issues among differing religions -- What about funeral arrangements? -- Rituals: a necessity for healthy grief -- Concluding words -- Appendix A: suggestions to those who plan my funeral -- Appendix B: where to find help.
"With exercises, tips, and contacts for further assistance, Finding a Sacred Oasis in Grief provides a comprehensive understanding of this potentially difficult and complex topic. It examines different types of grief and various approaches, along with reference guides to particular religions and their traditions, adopting a comprehensive, multi-faith approach." "Pastoral care providers and religious leaders will find the unique, hands-on approach invaluable, as will members of support organisations and volunteer carers. It is also ideal for seminary and ministry students, counsellors, therapists and other care professionals."--BOOK JACKET.