“This is hard.” 

With those words, a hospital chaplain acknowledges the pain we feel after the death of someone we love. And then he slowly reflects on our questions:

• “Why can’t I think?” 
• “Why am I sad when they are at peace?”
• "Why do people say stupid things?"
• "Is this my fault?"

Formed in hospital rooms and walks down hallways, this short book is like a conversation with someone who understands loss, with words of clarification for our feelings and space to write what is worth remembering in the future. 

This book is helpful for people in the hours and days after a loss. It's helpful for pastors, friends, and family members wanting to know what to say and what not to say. It's helpful for anyone who, at some moment needs to hear, "This is hard." 

Are you feeling disillusioned this Christmas? Do you need help to focus on what really matters? What if you could talk with a friend of Jesus and ask how he feels about Christmas?

In Saint John of the Mall you will experience 26 conversations with Saint John, a white-bearded man at a shopping mall, that will lead you to peace and ease your frustration.

Like you, Dr. Jon Swanson, a pastor and professor, has often been frustrated by Christmas. Let him (and Saint John) help you find hope and rest this Christmas. Click Add to Cart for this Advent devotional like none you have read before.