Cross of a Different Kind: Cancer & Christian Spirituality

by Anthony Maranise, Mirjana Walther (Illustrator), MD Melissa Hudson (Foreword by)

Overview

CANCER: with often abrupt and unwelcome entry into human lives as well as profound multi-dimensional impact, such an illness is, for many, considered to be a ruthless thief, intent on stealing not only joy, but life itself. Of course, even as cancer attempts to steal life and captivate those under its hold, lest we forget that as powerful an adversary as it may seem, it is no contestant against the power of the One who “has come to set the captives free” (Luke 4:18) and who is Life itself (John 14:6) and its Source.

Cross of a Different Kind: Cancer & Christian Spirituality draws upon the richness of Christian spiritual theology with the aim of rejuvenating hope within and imparting eternal Truth to all persons who have been “touched” by cancer in any of its wicked forms. Divided into three parts addressing those who have lost loved ones to cancer; those currently confronting their diagnoses; and survivors, this book serves as both a “spiritual field-guide” as well as an informative, yet practical helpmate to ensure all facing such adversities that they are never alone in their journey.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780692107225
Publisher:	Eternal Insight Press
Publication date:	04/24/2018
Pages:	188
Product dimensions:	5.00(w) x 8.00(h) x 0.40(d)

About the Author

Anthony Maranise is an instructor of Religious Studies at The University of Memphis, a certified life-coach, chaplain, and is the author of 4 other books and numerous academic pieces. Primarily a theological scholar with expertise in the intersections between sports and spirituality, Anthony received his Masters from Christian Brothers University in Memphis, TN. At the time of this book's publication, he is also a 20+ year cancer survivor, treated at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, and remains active in advocacy for advancing cancer research as well as in facilitating spiritual direction for persons affected by cancer.

Melissa M. Hudson, MD is a member of the faculty, Director of the Cancer Survivorship Division, Co-Leader of the Cancer Control & Survivorship Program, and The Charles E. Williams Endowed Chair of Oncology-Cancer Survivorship at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Memphis, TN.

Table of Contents

Foreword (by Melissa Hudson, M.D.); Personal Preface from the Author; Introduction; Ch. 1: Only the Body, Not the Soul; Ch. 2: What Kind of God Does This?; Ch. 3: Strength in Support; Ch. 4: We Believe in the Resurrection; Ch. 5: Continual Communication; Part I Spiritual Exercises & Resources; Ch. 6: The Language of Combat; Ch. 7: Dealing with Diagnosis; Ch. 8: Soul-Care; Ch. 9: Soul-Friends; Ch. 10: Cross of a Different Kind; Part II Spiritual Exercises & Resources; Ch. 11: Physical & Spiritual Life; Ch. 12: A Life Not Our Own; Ch. 13: The “New Normal”; Part III Spiritual Exercises & Resources; Ch. 14: Take Courage!; Appendices; Acknowledgements; and Bibliography

Editorial Reviews

"In his book Cross of a Different Kind: Cancer & Christian Spirituality, Anthony Maranise, M.A. provides spiritual insight to help the reader as they explore the various difficulties that cancer can cause. He gives a very detailed, insightful view concerning God, Jesus' death upon the cross, and the agony they both experienced in their own way...

This is a very rewarding and encouraging book to help both the cancer patient as well as family members, and those who desire to better understand how cancer affects others."

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Cross of a Different Kind: Cancer & Christian Spirituality is a 5-star award recipient from Reader's Favorite.

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