{"product_id":"parting-a-handbook-for-spiritual-care-near-the-end-of-life-9780807855294","title":"Parting: A Handbook for Spiritual Care Near the End of Life","description":"At times we may be called to be companions on a journey we would rather not take--the journey of a loved one toward the end of life. For those who choose to serve as close companions of terminally ill relatives or friends, \u003ci\u003eParting\u003c\/i\u003e offers the collective wisdom of people from many cultures and faith traditions as a travel guide for meaningful companionship--helping someone toward a peaceful transition from this life. Sections of the book discuss how to cross the bridge from ordinary conversation to spiritual reflection; how to provide comforts for the body, mind, and soul; and how to care for yourself while concentrating on the needs of another. Transcending any specific religion or culture, this handbook addresses universal spiritual needs.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDesigned for easy reading by weary travelers, this practical, pocket-sized guide prepares the spiritual companion for an enriching experience, even on the journey toward life's end. It is an indispensable tool for family members and friends, hospice workers, religious leaders, counselors, and medical providers. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e University of North Carolina Press\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 03\/29\/2004\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9780807855294\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 80\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.19lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 7.60h x 5.06w x 0.21d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReview Citations: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ci\u003eUniv PR Books for Public Libry\u003c\/i\u003e 01\/01\/2005 pg. 4 - Outstanding\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eLibrary Journal\u003c\/i\u003e 03\/01\/2004\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Jennifer Sutton Holder, Jann Aldredge-Clanton","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36644190781596,"sku":"9780807855294","price":17.85,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0473\/0804\/6492\/products\/img_afbd72f5-7bd1-41e9-97ea-2f4bf4f27a21.jpg?v=1603858067","url":"https:\/\/pastforward.org\/products\/parting-a-handbook-for-spiritual-care-near-the-end-of-life-9780807855294","provider":"Past Forward","version":"1.0","type":"link"}