by Henry Close

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With sensitivity for people of various faith traditions, Henry Close offers creative resources and formats for planning and conducting meaningful ceremonies for a wide array of situations.

His work, in this unusual and much needed resource for pastors and therapists is filled with messages for healing on all levels: physical, mental, emotional and spiritual.

And Ceremonies for Spiritual Healing and Growth covers many circumstances that are often avoided, lack ritual acknowledgment, are seldom attended to. Included are public ceremonies such as weddings, funerals, and memorial services, and more private ones including, grieving, loss of a baby, adoption, leaving home and going to a nursing home, providing care to an unconscious person, forgiveness, and spiritual growth. Suggestions are given for creating personalized ceremonies.

This unique collection offers compassion, guidance, and endless opportunities to assist professionals in designing meaningful ways to validate life and loss.

Paperback, 160 pages.