End of Life Issues

Does God Prefer Longevity Over Quality Of Life?

Rev. Dr. Martha R. Jacobs | Posted 06.02.2012

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Rev. Dr. Martha R. Jacobs

For Christians, this is one of the most important weeks of our liturgical calendar. This is the week that we should be contemplating what we never want to contemplate: death.

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Talking About The Horse On The Table

Rev. Dr. Martha R. Jacobs | Posted 07.23.2011

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Rev. Dr. Martha R. Jacobs

What does God expect you to do when a loved one is clearly dying: to encourage them to let go or to plead with them to "not die"?

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What's More Important To You, Quality Or Quantity Of Life?

Rev. Dr. Martha R. Jacobs | Posted 11.17.2011

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Rev. Dr. Martha R. Jacobs

We need to determine for ourselves what our "bottom line" is. The question becomes: When is enough, enough?

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You Don't Have To Believe In Heaven To Find Life After Death

Rabbi Gary S. Fink | Posted 05.30.2011

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Rabbi Gary S. Fink

Charlie wanted life after death, but not in some far off, heavenly place. He explained that most of all, he wanted to live in the mind and heart of his grandchild.

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Knowing When To Let Go And Accept Death

Andrew Kneier, Ph.D. | Posted 11.17.2011

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Andrew Kneier, Ph.D.

In our culture, it seems more acceptable to "rage against the dying of the light" and fight to the bitter end than to take stock of what your life has been about and to be at peace with your coming death.

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