Hymns of comfort and hope by the Mennonite Hour singers. This CD will reach into the special places of the heart, psyche and soul.  The music will calm the soul, feed the spirit, and renew your faith. Mixed Chorus, Men's Chorus and Quartet, Ladies' Sextet.  Songs: God Of Our Strength/Rock Of Ages/What A Friend We Have In Jesus.  Available on CD.

 

 

A wealth of study materials on social issues in this Beyond The News video set.

 

Only by facing death will our fear of death be reduced and we can live each moment more fully. Our culture has learned that life can be prolonged and death avoided for as long as possible.  We have tried to cope with death by ignoring it. Three families tell their stories of facing issues surrounding death and dying.  Good discussion starter on the topic. Available on DVD (with bonus materials) and VHS.

 

 

Be inspired and challenged as you encounter families moving from fury to forgiveness after the death of a murdered family member.

 

Resources to help families, friends, church members, professionals and small groups deal with and process the many issues related to life's final passage.  Includes music CD, DVD resources, and books.  All items listed below in this package.  Items may also be purchased.  Abide With Me: Hymns of Comfort and Hope music CD; Beyond The News: Facing Death DVD; Journey Toward Forgiveness DVD; Fierce Goodbye: Living in the Shadow of Suicide DVD; Fierce Goodbye: Living in the Shadow of Suicide Book; Reinventing Aging Book; Reinventing Aging DVD; and Glimpses of Hope CD of radio spots (free).

 

By Ira Byock, M.D.

 

"The best and most accurate, informative book yet on the death-with-dignity debate and care at the end of life" says M. Scott Peck, M.D.  Author Ira Byock believes that nobody should have to die in pain and nobody should have to die alone.

 

 

 

 

Sanity & Grace speaks to all who have endured the sorrow of losing a loved one. Renowned singer-songwriter Judy Collins writes with unflinching honesty about the events leading up to and following the death of her only child, Clark, at the age of 33. This is the testimony of a survivor, teetering on the fragile brink between death and life, and finally choosing life.

 

By Stella Mora Henry, R.N. with Ann Convey

 

In this comprehensive and accessible guide, long-term care expert Stella Henry helps readers to navigate the daunting logistics and powerful emotions of making care decisions for an elderly parent or loved one.

 

 

FierceGoodbye.com is the documentary website for Fierce Goodbye: Living in the Shadow of Suicide.  Site includes family stories, articles and links on topics related to suicide.

 

JourneyTowardForgvieness.com is the website for the documentary Journey Toward Forgiveness. Site includes stories, articles, and links on the topic of forgiveness.