The Lifesaving Church by Rachael A Keefe
Brand: Chalice Press
Product Description
Theres so much silence around suicide in the church that it is quite literally killing us. Rachael Keefe Would you know how to respond if the person sitting next to you in your pew was contemplating suicide Every year millions of people engage in suicidal activity including those in our faith communities. Yet the Church remains largely silent around the topics of mental health depression and suicide prevention. How can you and your faith community be prepared to recognize and respond to those struggling for their very lives in your church In The Lifesaving Church pastor Rachael Keefe shatters the taboo of suicide by sharing her own painful story of lifelong depression and suicidalityand how her various faith communities responded for better and for worse. Opening a window into her suicidal behaviors as a young person Keefe helps us recognize the signs and struggles of those who suffer silently. Reminding us of the Churchs call to be the Body of Christ for each other Keefe empowers us to recognize the hurting in our communities and recover the lifesaving message of the Gospel forgiveness acceptance and love that helped her to heal. With chapters on how to educate your church in suicide prevention group study reflections around the common questions surrounding suicide and specific resources scriptures and prayers for clergy suicide loss survivors and those struggling with suicidality The Lifesaving Church is critical reading for faith communities seeking abundant life for all of its members. show more
Condition : New
Author : Rachael A Keefe
Weight : 280
Publisher : Chalice Press
Language : English
EAN : 9780827221826
ISBN10 : 0827221827
Format : Paperback Softback
Date of Publication : 20160901
Place of Publication : United States
Pagination : 112 Pages
Dimensions : 190 X 230 X 10