Beyond Casseroles: 505 Ways to Encourage a Chronically Ill Friend (Conquering the Confusions of Chronic Illness)

Call me if you need anything. . . Most of us have said this because we didn't know what else to say. We care, but how do we show it? Does a casserole really encourage someone? Why don't people ever call? If you have picked up the phone to call someone who is ill and have had a wave of fear wash over you (what do I say?) This book is for you! As a pastor's wife with five chronic illnesses I wholeheartedly recommend Copen's book from the dual perspectives of ministry and one who lives with pain and illness everyday. Ministry to the chronically ill has sorely been overlooked by our churches. This book needs to be in every pastor's study and every church library. If you would like to learn how to minister to a friend or how your church can touch the life of someone who is truly in need of God s love, this book should be #1 on your to-read list! It's full of practical ways you can put feet on your prayers on an ongoing basis. Donna Toxey, Opelika, AL