Transfiguring Loss: Julian of Norwich as a Guide for Survivors of Traumatic Grief [Paperback]

Jane F. Maynard (Author)

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Publication Date: November 30, 2006

Maynard explores the contributions that 15th century Julian of Norwich's (who lost her own family to the Plague) theology and spirituality may offer to survivors of traumatic loss--the losses suffered by survivors of September 11 and the Tsunami as well as those who have lost a loved one to AIDS. Reading Julian's work taught Maynard that a transcendent experience of love offers hope in the midst of loss, and she shares that inspiration in this resource.

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Jane F. Maynard is priest-in-charge of Good Samaritan Episcopal Church in Sammamish, WA. She received the Ph.D. from Claremont School of Theology, CA.

Product Details

• Paperback: 240 pages
• Publisher: The Pilgrim Press (November 30, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0829816011
• ISBN-13: 978-0829816013
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 5.9 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,669,886 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Especially recommended for church and pastoral libraries,, March 4, 2007

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This review is from: Transfiguring Loss: Julian of Norwich as a Guide for Survivors of Traumatic Grief (Paperback)

Written by Jane F. Maynard, whose service includes time spent in interim ministry, Transfiguring Loss: Julian of Norwich as a Guide for Survivors of Traumatic Grief is an exploration of the works of fifteenth-century mystic Julian of Norwich's theology and spirituality, and modern-day applications of Julian's wisdom to aid and comfort those suffering from terrible grief and loss - such as from large-scale disasters like the September 11th attacks or losing a loved one to AIDS. Chapters discuss the theological and psychological analysis of multiple loss, as well as pastoral praxis for traumatic loss. A gentle, thoughtful search for spiritual insights into appropriate counseling and comfort, written in plain terms for readers of all backgrounds. Especially recommended for church and pastoral libraries, and as supplemental reading for ministers, pastors, and religious counselors.