Helping Those Who Hurt: A Handbook for Caring and Crisis

by Barbara M. Roberts

Whether you’re a layperson or a professional counselor, Helping Those Who Hurt will help you care for others encountering life crises such

Genres: Counselling

208 pages, Paperback

First published March 1, 2009

Reviews

[Jim Hutson · Rating 5 out of 5]

When I was faced with the daunting task of preparing both my dearest sister in Christ, her family and the congregation for the ending of her earthly journey, it was my first experience as a chaplain and I was woefully unprepared.

There is a wealth of denominational handbooks that speak doctrinal traditions, but there have been no concise, structured handbooks available that make this journey as a layperson, a chaplain, or even a pastor somewhat less daunting….

Barbara Roberts has put the wealth of her experience, tested and tried upon the field of ministry, into such a handbook. Less of a personal story of lessons learned, it is rather a precise and no-nonsense reference guide that anyone facing the call of ministering to those facing life's challenges can quickly read, understand, and then apply the support of the Holy Spirit to so that the expression of God's love can be realized in the midst of the heartaches of this world.

This is a 'must-have' for anyone called to go into the mess of life with the heart of the Savior so that the needs of the ministered can be met with Christ-like love and compassion. Lay-counselors, Chaplains and even Pastoral staff will find this a vital and welcomed help.

[Matt · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great, practical book. A bit outdated and doesn't touch on certain cultural pressures in 2025/26. However, the framework is excellent. Empathetic and accountable. Not something you often find in these kinds of reads.

[Sarah · Rating 5 out of 5]

My review is posted here: http://quivermom.blogspot.com/2009/06...