{"product_id":"i-will-see-you-in-heaven-dog-lovers-edition-hardcover","title":"I Will See You in Heaven (Dog Lover's Edition) - Hardcover","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eFriar Jack Wintz\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis comforting collection of prayers, blessings, Franciscan wisdom, and heartwarming photos is the perfect gift for anyone who is grieving the loss of a beloved dog. Every page is filled with reassurance that we will see our animal friends in heaven. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe death of a beloved animal friend can be one of the most difficult events we face, often surprising us at the depth of the grief and emotion we feel. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt can be very comforting to know that the animals we love so much are safe with God, who created and loves them. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThroughout his many years as a Franciscan friar, Jack Wintz came to know--the Bible gives us many clues that we will be with our pets in heaven for eternity! St. Francis himself shared a close relationship with animals, preaching to the birds, releasing Brother Rabbit from a trip, or letting Sister Raven awaken him for early morning prayer. Franciscan spirituality tells us that all creatures form one family of creation, and God's plan of salvation includes the whole created world. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis new, expanded edition of the original bestseller includes: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eWisdom from Friar Jack, in 14 short and simple readings \u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eBlessings, prayers, and stories from Scripture \u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial presentation page to personalize the gift \u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdorable photos and short memories of beloved dogs \u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSections of the book include: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eThree Prayers of Blessing \u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Happiness Principle \u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eNoah, the Ark, and the Dove \u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eJonah and the Whale \u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Song of St. Francis \u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eJesus and the World of Creation \u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003ePraying with Creatures \u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Soul of a Dog \u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith it reassuring message of God's eternal love and care for all creation, \u003ci\u003eI Will See You in Heaven\u003c\/i\u003e helps us to know that we are not alone in our grief, and that our \"goodbye\" is not forever. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Cover photo: Hollie Betzler (2001-2018), Michigan's first grief therapy dog, served faithfully at her family's funeral home and area nursing homes for 16 years, giving a comforting paw at just the right time to just the right person. Her family anticipates her serving the same role at the gates of heaven, where she now waits for them. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e This beautiful book is the presentation\/gift edition of last year's Paraclete bestseller, \"Will I See My Dog in Heaven?\" (4 printings). Now, the question mark is removed! The answer is \"Yes!\" Complete with space for presenting the book to a friend who has just lost, or is soon to lose, a beloved pet; prayers and blessings for all animal companions; and plenty of hope and inspiration, Friar Jack says unequivocally: \"All creatures form one family of creation. And the more we see the implications of our belief in the resurrection of Jesus Christ, and accept the biblical vision of God's inclusive love, the clearer we are able to say of our beloved animal companions who have died: We will see you again in heaven!\" \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFriar Jack Wintz, OFM\u003c\/b\u003e, was for many decades an editor at \u003ci\u003eSt. Anthony Messenger\u003c\/i\u003e magazine in Cincinnati, where he interviewed luminaries such as St. Teresa of Calcutta and Gene Kelly. His inspiring books have sold more than a quarter of a million copies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 112\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.6 x 6.7 x 5.6 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e December 06, 2018\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51966688526637,"sku":"9781557257321","price":16.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0938\/3185\/6429\/files\/VDQ0K3kzWmtielZ2RHVjdzJyeUd0UT09.webp?v=1775535350","url":"https:\/\/ishookbooks.com\/products\/i-will-see-you-in-heaven-dog-lovers-edition-hardcover","provider":"iShook Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}