PUBLICATIONS

Forming Health Care Leaders: A Guide

Forming Health Care Leaders: A Guide – outlines and explains the themes that are essential for the formation of leaders for the kind of health care that strives to achieve the highest ideals of human dignity and fulfillment. Production of the guide was a joint project of the provincial Catholic health associations, the Network of Public Juridic Person (PJP) Sponsors, and the CHAC.

Price: $12.50
10 or more copies: $10.00 each

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Health Ethics Guide (2000)

"It is important for all health care professionals and Roman Catholic patients and families to know how difficult issues of medical ethics should be approached from a Catholic faith basis. These guidelines set out this basis in a clear, succinct and readily accessible way" (Margaret Somerville)

This newest and most up-to-date revision of the popular ethics guide presents a handy reference of the fundamental values and principles used in ethical decision-making. It presents a moral vision reflecting Roman Catholic teaching on health ethics as it applies to the complex ethical issues of contemporary society. It covers pertinent aspects pertaining to those receiving care from health and social service organizations and the moral obligations of those who govern and administer such organizations. The publication is relevant for caregivers, personnel and all those interested in sound ethical reflection.

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10 or more copies: $10.00 each

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Lift Up Your Hearts to the Lord

Now in its 7th printing - December 2006

"Caregiving and comfort wrapped up in a book"

This popular pocket-sized prayer book contains an inspirational collection of prayers for those who are sick and those who care for them. Filled with reflections, this book will be invaluable to persons providing spiritual guidance in times of illness, acute stress and suffering. Whether it sits on a table beside your favourite armchair or at the bedside, in your purse or suit pocket, Lift Up Your Hearts provides a compendium of common prayers and valuable reflections.

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Price: $4.00 (no bulk order price)

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Living With Hope in Times of Illness

A pamphlet that contains ten meditations and reflections that bring comfort in sickness and the many kinds of suffering it brings; suitable for patients, parishioners or anyone who is sick or cares for them.

Price: $2.00
10 or more copies: $1.60 each

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Facing Death, Discovering Life 

"There is much literature on death and dying in our library but nothing quite so suitable for both palliative care patients and their families."

This book explores a paradox - facing death and entering into the anguish and suffering that accompany it can be an experience in discovering life. Death, which we will all live one day, is not an encounter with meaninglessness; it is the fulfillment of life. This book is intended primarily for those who are dying and for those who may face the loss of a loved one. The final section of the book is intended for caregivers (family members, nurses, aides, doctors, pastoral care providers and all those who work closely with those who are dying). Short reflections to inspire and comfort.

Price: $10.95
10 or more copies: $8.75 each

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Spirituality and Health

"What's good for the soul can be good for the body too."

This booklet presents a thorough discussion of the relationship between spirituality and health. After reflecting on what is behind the current interest in health, complimentary medicine, it describes spirituality and illustrates the richness of Christian spirituality in particular. In part two, the various elements of a spiritual life are examined in light of their potential impact on health. Building on the latest scientific research, Spirituality & Health argues that the striking
connections between spirituality and health are no longer a matter of conjecture but of fact. This booklet provides compelling evidence showing that spirituality and care for the soul promote health, nurture healing and recovery from illness, and provide an important means for adjusting to chronic illness

Price: $9.95 (no bulk order price)

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