Death remains a difficult topic to address openly, left to professionals in hospitals and hospices. Talking About Death aims to equip ministers and pastoral carers to enable individuals and families to say and do the important things on their minds. It includes: Learning How To Die: How the medicalisation of death has affected thinking around death; the role of Christian faith. Talking about death positively: exploring the string feelings around death; how theories of loss can be helpful. Christian Approaches to Talking About Death and Dying Societal Attitudes To Talking About Death And Dying What is to be gained by talking about death and Dying Practical examples and stories Contemplating our own death – resources for end of life conversations

Susan Walker

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Acknowledgements

Dedication

Introduction: Learning How to Die

1. Talking About Death and Dying Can Be Difficult

2. Christian Approaches to Talking About Death and Dying

3. Societal Attitudes to Talking About Death and Dying

4. Some Benefits of Talking About Death and Dying

5. Examples of People Talking About Death and Dying

6. The Way Ahead:Talking About Our Own Death

Conclusion: A Few Last Words

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Death remains a difficult topic to address openly. We leave it to the professionals in hospitals and hospices. This book aims to equip ministers and pastoral carers to enable individuals and families to say and do the important things on their minds.

"Talking About Death" by Susan Walker offers insights for ministers and pastoral carers on addressing death. It covers Christian perspectives, societal attitudes, and practical examples for meaningful conversations.

\["For ministers and pastoral carers supporting grieving families", "Addresses the challenges of discussing death openly", "You will empower others to engage in meaningful conversations"\]

This insightful guide helps ministers discuss death with compassion.

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