We Are the Lord's: A Catholic Guide to Difficult End-of-Life Questions
We Are the Lord's: A Catholic Guide to Difficult End-of-Life Questions
by Fr. Jeffrey Kirby STD
No one likes to think about death and many are not ready for it, either as the patient or a loved one. And yet, the dying process is oftentimes marked by an array of diverse and confusing questions that can catch anyone off guard.
We Are the Lord's is a succinct, quick-reference guide to difficult end-of-life questions, framed by divine wisdom and Church teaching. Its easy-to-read chapters and question-and-answer format can be a welcomed help to any person or family who are searching for answers during a difficult and traumatic time.
We Are the Lord’s answers such questions as:
- What's the difference between medical care and medical treatment?
- Are pain medications okay? How much is too much?
- What should I do if my loved one refuses to eat or drink?
- When is it okay to suspend nutrition and hydration?
- What to do if medical personnel pressure you to accept treatment that you feel is not morally acceptable?
- Is a breathing tube considered “extraordinary care”?
- Is a breathing tube morally different from a feeding tube?
- How do I know when it’s okay to let go and stop treatment of my loved one?
- How to handle challenging situations concerning DNR (“do not resuscitate”).
- How do I handle the guilt of making a decision that ended a person’s life?
- ...and more
This book is an invaluable resource for direct and focused responses to some of life’s most difficult and painful questions. It straightforwardly addresses end-of-life questions, such as the gift of life, redemptive suffering, judgment, and the hope of eternal life, as well as how to properly understand the Catholic Funeral Mass.
Whether as a preparation for a future journey or as an immediate guide for you now, We Are the Lord's is available and ready to help.
Paperback · ENG- English · 79 Pages · 13.97 x 0.51 x 21.59 cm
ISBN: 9781505114614
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