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From this book you will gain sound direction and guidance in helping family members who are caring for a loved one who suffers form mental illness. You'll find many avenues of care and counseling that will greatly enhance your ability to lend support and encouragement in situations where the burden of care seems too great for only a few individuals to lift. In reading In the Shadow of Our Steeples: Pastoral Presence for Families Coping with Mental Illness, you'll find your options increase tenfold, and you'll become a better symbol and resource of faith for these unique families. This book contains 8 chapters: Chapter 1. The Challenge Chapter 2. Family Impact Chapter 3. From Madhouse to Mad House Chapter 4. Negotiating Contact Chapter 5. Telling the Truth Chapter 6. Teaching the Congregation Chapter 7. Willing to Care Chapter 8. Habits of Presence
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