The School of Dying Graces: Lessons on living from two extraordinary . . .

by Richard Felix, Rob Wilkins

2005 Gold Medallion Award finalist!
The School of Dying Graces is the deeply honest and beautifully written account of two very different spiritual journeys--the journey of Dr. Richard Felix, then president of Azusa Pacific University, and that of his beloved wife, Vivian, a terminal cancer patient. From observing his wife prepare herself spiritually for dying, Dr. Felix discovers that special gifts--living graces--come to those who persevere through suffering. In this thought-provoking and inspiring story forged through his wife's victorious dying, Dr. Felix offers profound truths for those who want to live victoriously.

Genres: Memoir

Hardcover

First published July 29, 2004

Reviews

[Mike E. · Rating 3 out of 5]

Tens of thousands of people prayed for Vivian Felix as cancer ravaged her body. She thought that she had received a vision from God that she would be healed (pp 16-17). God's plan, however, was to enroll Vivian and her husband Richard (former president of Azusa Pacific University) in His "school of dying graces." In this transparent and vulnerable book you will read of a deeply personal journey toward Christ and eternity. "The greatest curse and blessing of cancer . . was the shattering of the illusion of control."

Throughout the book you will read excerpts from Vivian's personal journal.
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It is possible to stand on the cusp of our very worst fears, endure the nightmare of their coming true, and find that on the other side we have been transformed rather than destroyed. (10)

[Karen · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was difficult to read but I believe it will be personally significant

[Arlene · Rating 3 out of 5]

Vivian is diagnosed with cancer. They pray for God's healing and fully expect it, yet it does not come in the way they prayed for. A couple's faith journey through her battle with cancer.

[nate]

I read this moving and well-written story of marriage, cancer, and community in one sitting. Felix takes you right into the most vulnerable places of his mind and heart as a man who watches his wife suffer through the agony of cancer. In a world of transitory relationships and shallow love, this is a beautiful story of deeply rooted faith and commitment.