The Importance of Saying ‘Goodbye’

Issue 13.11

We are all connected in a deep and abiding way.  This is a spiritual truth held by many of the world’s religions.  We are One in Spirit and through our connection with the Divine,we are one family.

Walking The Sacred Path… The Activity Of Dying

Issue 7.11

When one decides to companion or “be with” a dying person,we enter into a journey that becomes a sacred path.  The two of us journey together for awhile knowing at some point each of us will have to let [...]

Choosing Quality Of Life

Issue 2.11

Diane Sawyer recently interviewed Dr. Tim Johnson who is doing research on terminally ill patients and their responses to the dying process.

He spoke specifically about a grandmother,named Lois,who had cancer and refused [...]

Creative Love And Service…Mindy’s “Living Wake”

Issue 50.10

Nurses,doctors,social workers and caregivers alike strive to make this time of year special for those who are facing the reality of dying. Caregivers are constantly looking for new and creative ways to make life more enjoyable for their [...]

Communing With The Saints… Feast Days

Issue 43.10

Many religious traditions have a belief in “The Community of Saints” in one form or another.  This is believing in our ability to communicate with the heroes of our particular religious traditions.  Perhaps we may even pray to them,that [...]

Angels Among Us… Helping Others In Activities Of Daily Living

Issue 40.10

I am doubly blessed because I love what I do and I meet the neatest people in life.  They are so inspiring and heroic in facing their illnesses and pending death. 

One reason a [...]

Companioning The Dying… The Sweetness Of Life And Death

Issue 33.10

Just like people who care for the physical needs of the dying bring with them their medical bag of instruments,supplies and medications,so those of us who are companions and caregivers must also bring our own “tools” of the [...]

Bring Peace To The Dying… The Prayer Of Peace

Issue 28.10

A person dying from a terminal illness has time to reflect on their life.  In some sense this is a blessing and a benefit compared to dying suddenly from a heart attack or a car/plane accident. 

New Life Through Death… An Expansion Of Awareness

Issue 23.10

No matter what our religious or spiritual beliefs may be,coming to terms with death is difficult on all levels of our human and spiritual experience.  There is a Universal Truth for all of us in the death of every [...]

Listening With The Heart… A Time To Share

Issue 18.10

Dying is not only an individual experience but also a family and community happening.   Just like birth it has a dramatic effect on all those who share and participate in the event.

Often we [...]