Grief counselor June Cerza Kolf is repeatedly asked for specific guidance in helping suicide survivors function and heal. Their grief is unique in that the trauma of suicide leaves them in such a devastated state that the typical coping mechanisms no longer work. With deep sensitivity, Kolf leads readers through mourning to acceptance. She helps them realize the tragedy was out of their control, release their guilt and anger, and gain the power of prayer. Standing in the Shadow covers the heart of thirty-four topics, including depression, forgiveness, and the salvation of those who commit suicide. The gentle, honest writing provides answers, hope, and comfort for the bereaved.
When my father passed away, a friend gave me When Will I Stop Hurting? It was such a help to me, that whenever I know someone who loses a loved one, I send them this book to read." Since its 1987 release, When Will I Stop Hurting? has received praise like this from readers grateful for June Cerza Kolf's understanding and beneficial guidance. With almost 70,000 copies in print, this small but powerful book has been a boon to many wounded souls. Readers have found in Kolf a gentle guide to lead them through the stages of grief and eventually the healing process. This new edition of her book is revised and updated and includes a study guide ideal for bereavement groups.
Grandparents are often overlooked when a grandchild dies, yet they carry a double burden--the loss of their grandchild and the sorrow of their own grieving children. Author Kolf offers support and hope in brief chapters that do not overwhelm the bereaved. She intertwines practical strategies for surviving grief with first-person accounts from grandparents.
How do you support someone who is grieving? When do you call? How do you help with practical matters? What kind of emotions can you expect to encounter? June Cerza Kolf, long-time hospice coordinator and bereavement director, lends you a helping hand with these difficult issues. Listen to real-life stories that are easy to relate to, and benefit from concrete ideas to help others in each stage of grief. Being a support for someone who is grieving can be draining. June helps you remember to take care of yourself so you can keep on giving. This supportive resource takes the mystery out of grief. Gain strength and knowledge from June's expert advice, and benefit from her hard-earned experience. You are needed--you can help.
This is a sympathetic guide for anyone who has to cope with a terminal diagnosis. It tackles the practical considerations -- how to limit visitors, how to decide about treatment and palliative care, and how to talk about funeral arrangements. There is also advice for the emotional consequences -- how people react to a terminal diagnosis, ways of coping, and how to talk to your friends and family members. It also addresses the spiritual considerations surrounding the end of a life. A supportive book which will reassure you that you're not alone.
When my father passed away, a friend gave me When Will I Stop Hurting? It was such a help to me, that whenever I know someone who loses a loved one, I send them this book to read." Since its 1987 release, When Will I Stop Hurting? has received praise like this from readers grateful for June Cerza Kolf's understanding and beneficial guidance. With almost 70,000 copies in print, this small but powerful book has been a boon to many wounded souls. Readers have found in Kolf a gentle guide to lead them through the stages of grief and eventually the healing process. This new edition of her book is revised and updated and includes a study guide ideal for bereavement groups.
Grief counselor June Cerza Kolf is repeatedly asked for specific guidance in helping suicide survivors function and heal. Their grief is unique in that the trauma of suicide leaves them in such a devastated state that the typical coping mechanisms no longer work. With deep sensitivity, Kolf leads readers through mourning to acceptance. She helps them realize the tragedy was out of their control, release their guilt and anger, and gain the power of prayer. Standing in the Shadow covers the heart of thirty-four topics, including depression, forgiveness, and the salvation of those who commit suicide. The gentle, honest writing provides answers, hope, and comfort for the bereaved.
What do you do when you have 200 hungry people waiting to be fed and the meal has not been delivered? What do you do when a woman throws her plate of food at the meal coordinator? What do you do when a mother of five has no food and lives in an unheated apartment? You pray. And then you wait to see how God answers your prayers. Standing on Holy Ground tells the way these prayers were answered and is a compilation of many more stories that show the way God works in everyday situations. The "Holy Ground" is Grace Resource Center, an emergency service center that helps the homeless, those with low income, and other at-risk people.
Whether you or someone close to you has received a terminal diagnosis -- this period of time can be a final gift. Guidance for the patient You've been terminally diagnosed, and you need advice to help you make the best of the situation and the time you have left. Here's guidance, including: -- Emotional adjustment -- Medical care -- Hospital vs. home care -- Legal and financial arrangements -- Saying goodbye Support for the caregiver As a caregiver to someone who is terminally ill, you can be a guiding light. June's practical advice for the caregiver's role will simplify the process. Some helpful topics are: -- Honest communication -- Listening skills -- Physical support -- Caring for yourself -- avoiding burnout -- Final arrangements
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