Blends sound psychological principles with Christian compassion and prudence, offering numerous tips for carrying out a caring ministry while observing hospital protocol. Wise and practical advice for hospital visitors, whether lay or clergy.
Facilitating Spiritual Reminiscence for People with Dementia
by Elizabeth MacKinlay and Corinne Trevitt
Spiritual reminiscence is a way of communicating that acknowledges the person as a spiritual being and seeks to engage the person in a more meaningful and personal way. This practical guide teaches carers how to facilitate engaging and stimulating spiritual reminiscence sessions with older people, and particularly with people with dementia. After reading the guide, carers will understand the many and varied benefits of spiritual reminiscence, and will have developed the skills, confidence and co...
When Dreams and Destiny Collide (God Is Messaging You!, #1)
by Dr Becky Slabaugh
How People Change (VantagePoint Books)
by Timothy S Lane and Paul David Tripp
Pastoral work has been described as stressful, tough, demanding, sometimes misunderstood, and often underappreciated and underpaid. Ministers devote themselves to caring for their congregations, often at the expense of caring for themselves. Studies consistently show that physical health among clergy is significantly worse than similar adults who are not in ministry. Flourishing in Ministry offers clergy and those who support them practical advice for not just surviving this grueling profession,...