Description
Seminary professor, Kate Bowler, describes her experience with a life-threatening disease and tells how some words of faith were helpful to her and others were not helpful.
Features
Deals with words and phrases of support for one dealing with serious illness; thoughts on comments that acknowledge one's suffering but also offer affirmation of the person; ways to steer clear of cliches
Practical Applications
- One resource among others listed on a congregation's resource guide for well-being and faith.
- Encourage individuals to watch at home as part of a congregation's effort to connect the church experience to everyday life.
