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Thérèse Vanier: Pioneer of L'Arche, palliative care and spiritual unity

Thérèse Vanier: Pioneer of L'Arche, palliative care and spiritual unity

by Ann Shearer (Author)

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Synopsis

Therese Vanier, founder of L'Arche in the UK, was also a distinguished doctor who worked with Cecily Saunders at the world-renowned St Christopher's Hospice in London, and a tireless contributor to Christian ecumenism and interfaith understanding. This biography draws on the memories of nearly fifty people who knew her, as well as her own published and unpublished writings, to offer a tribute to Therese and a critical assessment of her lasting legacy in the three areas of her work. Includes photo section.

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Format: Paperback
 Pages: 176
 Publisher: Darton, Longman and Todd
Published: 23 Jun 2016
ISBN 10: 0232532516
ISBN 13: 9780232532517

Media Reviews
`There is still much that we can learn from Therese's approach to working with people with disabilities and to others who are too often pushed to society's margins.' -- Jean Vanier
'Therese's life was sheer grace to those who met her and knew her. This beautiful tribute speaks of a life of service to Jesus Christ, and captures how the light of Christ shone through her in her deep faithfulness, tireless work for justice and presence in love to those most vulnerable.' -- Most Revd and Rt Hon Justin Welby, Archbishop of Canterbury
`This life of Therese Vanier is truly inspiring. Her commitment to the sick and dying, to those with intellectual disabilities and to Christian unity shine out from every page. Her story offers real hope for the renewal of humanity.' -- Cardinal Vincent Nichols
`In this precious volume we encounter a pioneer of great intelligence, grace and humility as she walks the path through experiences of both light and darkness. Those who knew Therese, will find themselves in her company once again; those who did not, will come to feel they did, and all will discover more than one cause for personal reflection and profound gratitude.' -- Balfour Mount OC QC
Author Bio
Ann Shearer is a Jungian analyst in London and was a friend of Therese for many years. She has known L'Arche since the 1970s, and also knows quite a few of the people who are contributing to this project. She has written 10 books and many articles and chapters and is an experienced editor. In 2013, she translated Jean Vanier's Signs of the Times for DLT.