February 2022
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We sit on the beach in Florida. I listen to the kids laughing and watching pelicans dive. But the talk is of war. The words “nuclear weapons” are being bandied about. How can we relax when this is going on? My son in law, who is From Poland, is…
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If your family member is enrolled in hospice, you will likely receive opioids to administer if your loved one is having uncontrolled pain or is experiencing delerium—or both. When my mother-in-law was on hospice in Ohio the family was given an opioid called Dilaudid and a set of syringes…
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It can take a long time to be born. Sometimes (as in the case of my kids) it is a precipitous event. Other times, it can go on for days. The latter is the case with my mother-in-law, who is now actively dying. Death, too, is another birth—a birth…
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I have been collecting protection prayers from many religious traditions. I believe strongly that we all need protection in these fearful times. I am struck by the similarities between the prayers. Here are some examples: Christian: Ephesians 6:13 KJVWherefore take unto you the whole armour of God, that ye…
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Hi, I'm Greg. I’m a retired board-certified chaplain. I provide spiritual support to the dying and their families. I also support nurses, CNAs, and doctors. I also post on the Chaplain Greg Holden YouTube channel. Welcome to my blog.
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