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Sam Oliver

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May 26, 1962 in Russelville, Ky., The United States

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Sam has cared for the needs of the dying in palliative care for over 17 years. During that time, Sam has served as the Chair, and now, Co-Chair of the Hospice Ethics Committee at a Hospice Care Center in Northern Ohio. He has served several years as a State Continuing Education Chairperson for the Association of Professional Chaplains. For well over a decade, Sam has been an active editorial review board member and contributing writer for Healing Ministry Journal, The Journal of Terminal Oncology, and The American Journal of Hospice and Palliative Care.

Sam began his speaking about spiritual care over 15 years ago and continues to speak at public engagements on the local, national, and international levels. He has spoken at several college...more


Throughout history, angels have been known as guiding spirits. They have been called "Messengers of God." Angels have been seen as encouraging souls whose purpose is to lead us through transformative events in our lives.

Often, these guiding spirits are embraced so that a sense of comfort can be felt in the midst of despair. A dying patient and family members who believe in the presence of angel... read more »
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Published on April 28, 2009 13:22 • 304 views • Tags: angels, authors, books, healing, spirituality
Average rating: 4.33 · 57 ratings · 20 reviews · 8 distinct works
A Fish Named Ed
4.47 of 5 stars 4.47 avg rating — 15 ratings — published 2004 — 3 editions
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Angel of Promise (Volume 1)
4.3 of 5 stars 4.30 avg rating — 10 ratings — published 2010 — 2 editions
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Another Path into Healing
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Angel Marie
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The Path Into Healing
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Mondays with Mary
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An Open Heart (Religion & Spirituality)
1 chapters   —   updated May 04, 2009 02:52pm
Description: ...a pondering upon eternal awareness
The Wind in my Heart (Religion & Spirituality)
1 chapters   —   updated Apr 29, 2009 04:46pm
Description: This poem leads into the heart of soul.
Echoes of the Distant Past (Religion & Spirituality)
1 chapters   —   updated Apr 28, 2009 11:53am
Description: This is a poem about drawing soul into your heart.
The Heart of Soul (Religion & Spirituality)
1 chapters   —   updated Apr 24, 2009 08:43am
Description: Notice what happens when you play Hide and Seek with a small child.
A New World Order (Poetry)
1 chapters   —   updated Apr 23, 2009 06:22am
Description: ...just a simple pondering upon birth.
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This is a book of reflections on ebook sold through kindle of amazon.com. It is a series of relections on healing, faith, love, and much more. It could be used for church bulletins, church signs, a book of encouragement in hospitals and hospice progr...more
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" Beautiful. My book was signed by the author, "Follow your dreams, your soul knows the way", which really summarizes the feelings behind the book. This book is the story of the creation of Angel Marie, in short and is a quick, yet complex read. The... "
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Angel Marie by Sam Oliver
" I received the book for free through Goodreads First Reads.

Imagine a world where a child actually chooses his or her mother and father. What a magical thought. Perhaps this is true. Angel Marie: The Making of an Angel tells the story of Angel Mari... "
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Sam made a comment in the group Angel Marie: The Making of an AngelA Reflection topic
"The mind enters into areas of the soul your heart and Angels fear to tread. Listen well to your heart, your guardian angel will love it. Sam Oliver, a...more "
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17133 "Angel of Promise" — 109 members — last activity Dec 05, 2011 10:43pm
Have you ever wondered if you have an angel walking beside you through life? This book shares insights into how we are guided personally and helped to...more
17740 Q&A with Beth Groundwater — 156 members — last activity May 16, 2012 10:43am
...April 8, 2012 to May 5, 2102... In conjunction with the release of the second book in her Rocky Mountain Outdoor Adventures mystery series, WICKED E...more
25350 THE JAMES MASON COMMUNITY BOOK CLUB — 5890 members — last activity 8 hours, 58 min ago
ALL GENRE COMMUNITY OF BOOK LOVERS-Perfect for those interested in good books of any genre, film and lively discussion!-(300 PLUS DISCUSSION TOPICS)fr...more
46008 Angel Marie: The Making of an Angel — 26 members — last activity Oct 29, 2011 11:23am
This group is based on my latest Novel "Angel Marie." It is a story told through the eyes of a child about being born into her mother's heart and beco...more
Groups_nophoto-25x33 Q&A with Daniel Clausen — 4 members — last activity Apr 30, 2009 05:57am
...April 27, 2009 to May 27, 2009...
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this group is where you tell us a bit more about ur self
16557 PPS BOOK TITLE PROMOTION — 661 members — last activity May 18, 2012 05:24am
"Calling All Readers" Discover new books for your shelf and read the reviews from Premium Promotional Services. Authors, here's your chance to post your...more
24770 Love Inspired Historicals — 539 members — last activity 43 minutes ago
Group for anyone who wants to discuss books published by Harlequin's Love Inspired Historical line
26570 Enything && Everything — 203 members — last activity 10 hours, 6 min ago
i need more older people in here. so PLEASE join. Enything goes in here.
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Alexander Devereux Happy Valentine’s Day! Live More, Laugh Much, Love Often!!!

"I am determined to be cheerful and happy in whatever situation I may find myself. For I have learned that the greater part of our misery or unhappiness is determined not by our circumstance but by our disposition."


Harlequin Books Hello Sam, it is a pleasure to meet you. I've family members who have had Hospice and Thank God they were there to help.


message 27: by Natalie

Natalie Walker Thank You for the brilliant book; "Angel of Promise"; I just received it today, I'm reading it right now, and I have got to say I am enjoying it alot.
Hopefully, I will one day be able to write a book myself.
Until then,
Thanks Again,
Natalie



Shalonda Williams Thank you for the invitation Sam. I love making new friends. I pray that your new year is going wonderfully. Peace


Shalonda


message 25: by Barbra

Barbra Hi Sam,
Thanks for asking to be my friend. I think I'm going to have to read "Angel of Promise" mainly because I know that there are angel's among us!


message 24: by Vickie

Vickie Hi Sam!
Thanks so much for adding me to your frinds list. You seem to read some seriously inspirational literature and I look forward to following your selections on this site. Have a great 2010!


message 23: by Jen

Jen Knox Hi, Sam. Good to meet you!


Christine Hi Sam,just dropping by for a visit. I would like to invite you to check out Shadow Forrest Authors for charity and help support illiteracy issues.
http://www.shadowforestauthors.com
We also have a SFA group here on goodreads. Have a great week.
Blessing CJ



message 21: by Brien

Brien Jones I hope this is the right place to write this! Jones Harvest Publishing has had a PHENOMINAL 10 days. Everything that could have gone wrong went right! Plus a couple of amazing surprises! We have truly been blessed. Who knew praying worked?

This week we hired three new colleagues, printed our catalog and we are looking now for a retail store! Take that BK and VS!



message 20: by LuAnn

LuAnn Hi, Sam. Thanks for the friend invite!
I grew up in Akron, but I live in Washington state now.


message 19: by Rowena

Rowena Hello, Sam,

Thank you very much for befriending me. Good luck with the Cleveland Review site!


Best wishes,
Rowena Cherry

Please vote for my blurb, cover and title in a blurb/popularity contest



message 18: by Ruth

Ruth Khanna Thanks for the book recommendation Sam! Will definitely check it out!


message 17: by Sam

Sam Yes, we are friends on shelfari. I don't see too many on here from there. I hope you had a wonderful weekend.
Sam


message 16: by maricar

maricar hi Sam! thanks for add here! (I think we're friends, too, in Shelfari c") lol.)


message 15: by Nadia

Nadia Hi Sam,

Thank you for the friend add! It is nice to meet you.


message 14: by Rae

Rae Thanks for the GR friendship, Sam! Hope you have a wonderful weekend. :-)


message 13: by Sam

Sam Andrea wrote: "Hi & thank you for being a friend... also- for all you do for hospice."

It is my joy and my calling.


message 12: by Lynai

Lynai Hello.
A Fish Named Ed seems interesting.
Thank you for the recommendation.:)


message 11: by Andrea

Andrea Kulman Hi & thank you for being a friend... also- for all you do for hospice.


message 9: by Laura

Laura Hi Sam,

It is great to see all the books you have written! It has been about 4 years since we connected. Give me a call and let me know what is going on in your life.
Laura Lewandowski


message 8: by Ilyn (last edited Apr 27, 2009 08:10pm)

Ilyn Ross Hello Sam,

How are you? Thank you for accepting my friend-request and for joining Goodreads Tea Party. I wish you all the best. Good fortune on your books.

Please visit these groups when you have a chance: Happy & Brainy Group, To the Glory of Man, and Reason Reigns. Have a marvelous week. Warmest regards.


Brigid *Flying Kick-a-pow!* sounds nice! the weather got really great here, too. :)


Brigid *Flying Kick-a-pow!* my weekend was good, thanks :) how about yours?


Brigid *Flying Kick-a-pow!* cool, i'll check it out :]


Brigid *Flying Kick-a-pow!* hi sam! thanks for the add. hope ur having a wonderful day too! :]

-Brigid


message 3: by Beth

Beth Hi Sam,
Thanks for befriending this mystery author!


Shawnette Hi, Sam...WELCOME to goodreads...thanks for the invite into your circle of friends...CONGRATS on your books...and best of luck with all your future writings...looking forward to sharing chats, reviews and any/all recommendations...have a blessed week...and as always Happy Reading & Writing :-)


message 1: by Vanessa (last edited Apr 10, 2009 08:20pm)

Vanessa Hi Sam!

Thanks for the friendship!

Vanessa


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