Finding a Sacred Oasis in Grief

This work includes a foreword by John D Morgan Professor Emeritus of Philosophy Coordinator for Kings College Center for Education about Death and Bereavement Ontario Canada. This practical resource guides the reader though all aspects of the grieving process and offers thought-provoking and inspirational advice on support. 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. Gives caregivers the tools to help dying and grieving persons face the best and worst that life has to offer. It is the worst because death means the end of the attachments that make life worthwhile. It is the best because it shows us what is truly meaningful and important in life. Mortality is a great gift if we have the knowledge and the courtesy to face it. - John D Morgan in the Foreword.