A Different Dream for My Child: Meditations for Parents of Critically or Chronically Ill Children

by Jolene Philo

For years, Jolene Philo’s son was hospitalized many times as he battled a life-threatening birth defect. Far from home, without friends and family to support them, Jolene and her husband felt utterly and completely alone. Today, support networks for parents of critically or chronically ill children have improved, but most only provide for urgent physical needs. The devotional meditations in this book address the spiritual needs of these parents as the author shares her own life lessons, as well as those of other parents who have walked this road. No matter how difficult the road, Philo says, you do not have to lose hope.

272 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2009

Reviews

[Beth · Rating 5 out of 5]

I learned of this book while my daughter was in the midst of a 5 1/2 week hospital stay earlier this year. It has taken a long time to get through the whole thing, but it has been truly a balm on my frayed feelings and fears. I will always keep this book close so that I may return to specific stories and prayers in a time of need.

[Kay Mcaloney · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this book and have so many pages with highlights on it because I know it will be a book I refer to the rest of my life! I appreciate the author and all the other parents sharing their stories and prayers and their new dreams for their child. Lots of good ideas in the book for parents with a child with a disability or chronic illness. I will keep it near me always!