by afladmin | Jun 7, 2018 | End of Life
When we hear discussions about the sanctity of life, it’s natural to begin by thinking about the abortion epidemic, unplanned pregnancies, and preborn babies. Often, we forget that caring for the vulnerable among us includes caring for those entering the later stages...
by afladmin | May 4, 2018 | End of Life
In addressing life issues, I’ve found many people avoid thinking or talking about aging, dying and end-of-life issues. Not only will all of us die one day, but many of us will care for parents, family, and friends going through the aging and dying process. Whether you...
by afladmin | Mar 5, 2018 | End of Life
We have all watched scenes like this in movies or theater. Two people are in grave discussion. “How bad is it?” one asks, mournfully. The other person struggles with their emotions for a moment, hesitates, and then confirms the worst. “It’s bad. We’re looking at...
by afladmin | Sep 29, 2017 | End of Life
The other day I was scrolling through Facebook and this title jumped off the screen: End-of-life chatbot can help you with difficult final decisions. Given Anglicans for Life’s work to prevent euthanasia and assisted suicide, while upholding the dignity of every human...
by afladmin | May 5, 2017 | Bioethics, Emotional Health, End of Life
A study in 2008 reviewed the reasons given by the surviving family members of a number of patients in Oregon on why the patients requested assisted suicide. Family members ranked 28 possible reasons based on what was of less or more importance to the patient. ...