Pastor's Handbook: Complete Guide To Suicide Bereavement Ministry - Theology & Practice

Astrid is not writing as a psychologist or counsellor, but as a researcher bringing together key tools from qualified psychologists and those practiced within the area of social sciences and biology, along with biblical wisdom and practical experience. Equipping the Christian community to minister the Father's heart to those with suicidal ideations, self-harmers and those bereaved of suicide. This comprehensive handbook is broken down into 8 pieces of a puzzle, exploring the complexity involved in suicide ministry. This handbook is designed specifically for a Christian audience to move beyond comfortable Christian clichés.This is a valuable resource for pastoral caregivers, pastors, chaplains, social workers,and any desiring to be involved in this challenging area. Equipping the Body of Christ not just theoretically, but practically to do the work of the ministry. Astrid also conducts workshops for Professional Development (See blog site for details).