DelBene, Ron
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Communicating - Exploring the Sacred in Death and Dying
Type: VHS
Author: DelBene, Ron
Author: DelBene, Ron
Communication during the process of death is not always easy. However a family has communicated or failed to, the stress of illness and death make communication both more difficult and more necessary. This program explores ways to open up or improve meaningful communication in families and with friends.
Living Through Grief - Exploring the Sacred in Death and Dying
Type: VHS
Author: DelBene, Ron
Author: DelBene, Ron
Grief is a natural reaction to loss. It is the acknowledgment that we have lost something of great importance. The loss leaves us with a broken heart, and it is through grieving that our spirit mends and our heart is healed. This program emphasizes the importance of accepting our feelings.
One Family's Story - Exploring the Sacred in Death and Dying
Type: VHS
Author: DelBene, Ron
Author: DelBene, Ron
In a family there are several persons' stories, all revolving around the same events but experienced differently. We become aware of the diversity of thoughts and feelings of the members of one family. We also learn more about recognizing and embracing the sacred moments.
Our Questions About Prayer
Type: VHS
Author: DelBene, Ron
Author: DelBene, Ron
A Guide to Prayer in Six Sessions. Through conversation and reflection, Rev. DelBene guides viewers along a path to a more satisfying prayer life. Del Bene is an Episcopal priest who has been a campus minister, parish priest, and Assistant Professor of Theology.
Recognizing the Sacred - Exploring the Sacred in Death and Dying
Type: VHS
Author: DelBene, Ron
Author: DelBene, Ron
There are moments that lead us to a deeper level of experiencing life and death. We learn that being present and attentive to the person we are with provides a greater opportunity to recognize these holy moments. We also learn about the importance of recognizing and trusting our instincts.
Saying Goodbye - Exploring the Sacred in Death and Dying
Type: VHS
Author: DelBene, Ron
Author: DelBene, Ron
Saying goodbye is not generally an easy thing to do in our culture. It's even more difficult when someone we love is dying. This program shows a number of ways people have said goodbye and explores some rituals that have been helpful in the closure process.
Telling the Stories - Exploring the Sacred in Death and Dying
Type: VHS
Author: DelBene, Ron
Author: DelBene, Ron
Every death has a story that needs to be told in order for the healing process to begin. In this program, people tell their stories and we experience some of the many faces of death. We also hear stories about what one person describes as the porous nature of the curtain between life and death.