A letter this morning came to me asking a question that I can\u2019t answer. But I suspect you pastors have some good suggestions. Here is the note:<\/p>\n
A pastoral question: a lady in our church was informed that she has a terminal illness. She told me on the phone that she does not know how to prepare for dying (who does?). I have appreciated so much of the pastoral advice you\u2019ve given through your blog and thought I\u2019d send you an email to ask if you have any suggestions on resources for dying well and\/or for those who are shepherding someone who is dying.<\/p>\n
Thanks for all you do\u2026<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
We are looking then for books to hand to folks who believe they are in a terminal condition.<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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