STEM Press Number: AP073

Shipped From: This item will be shipped by STL/Authentic Distribution from Johnson City TN within 2 business days.

Publisher: Authentic Publishing

ISBN: 978-1934068397

Description: HOT OFF THE PRESS OCTOBER 2008!! A comprehensive handbook for all POMs (Parents of Missionaries), based on co-author Cheryl Savageau’s research, and co-author Diane Stortz’s POM experience — coupled with the experiences and stories others shared with the authors.

The book has four main sections:
1. Can I Tell You How I Feel? — Honestly dealing with four key life issues (handling grief, relating to adult children, facing an empty nest, and dealing with complex emotions) allows POMs to adjust and thrive.
2. Hello, Good-Bye, Hello, Good-bye — POMs can meet the challenges of preparation, send-off, understanding life on the field, and reconnecting at furlough time.
3. Staying Connected — Practical, inspirational insights for creating and keeping strong family bonds across the miles, including connecting with grandchildren, using technology to stay in touch, traveling to the field to visit, and celebrating holidays.
4. From Surviving to Thriving — The POM journey can lead to good places if we are willing to find help for ourselves and offer help to others.

Parents of Missionaries lets parents know they aren’t alone in their thoughts and feelings and provides practical suggestions for dealing with them. A wonderful gift for missionaries to give to their parents, especially missionaries leaving for the first time. Agencies may also want to give it to parents of new missionaries (order 10 or more copies and save more than 22% off list price!). 304-pg paperback.