November/December 2014
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New Skills, New Markets
Healthcare executives walk a difficult line – by David Lichter
Telechaplaincy: Personal (but not in-person) spiritual care – by Rev. Amy Strano
Outpatient chaplaincy: Mercy goes where the people are – by David Lewellen
Comprehensive senior care also includes in-home spiritual care – by David Lewellen
Focus on patients’ spiritual health, not distress – by Matt Kronberg
Spiritual care providers can find a new basket of skills – by Janet Stark
Chaplains can serve valuable role on ethics committee – by David Lewellen
2015 National Conference
Four noted plenary speakers to honor 50th anniversary conference – by Jack Crabb, SJ
2015 50th Anniversary Conference Theme: Honoring the Gift – by Beverly Beltramo, BCC
We’d like names of deceased NACC members
Explore the gift of a good workshop – by Bridget Deegan-Krause
Certification Update
What does personal integration look like in a certified chaplain? – by Gordon J. Hilsman
Regular Features
David Lichter, Executive Director
Seeking, Finding: Advent helps nurture the waiting heart – by Charles W. Sidoti
Book review:
Mortal Blessings. A Sacramental Farewell