"Albert," the neighbor said, "your mom needs you to come home." That's
how it began for Albert Hsu when his father died. Anyone who has lost a
loved one to suicide experiences tremendous shock and trauma. What
follows is a confusing mix of emotions—anger, guilt, grief, and despair.
Suicide raises heartrending questions: Why did this happen? Why didn’t
we see it coming? Could we have done anything to prevent it? How can we
go on? Many also wonder if those who choose suicide are doomed to an
eternity separated from God and their loved ones. Some may even start
asking whether life is worth living at all. After his father's death,
Hsu wrestled with the intense emotional and theological questions
surrounding suicide. While acknowledging that there are no easy answers,
he draws on the resources of the Christian faith to point suicide
survivors to the God who offers comfort in our grief and hope for the
future. For those who have lost a loved one to suicide and for their
counselors and pastors, this book is an essential companion for the
journey toward healing. This revised edition incorporates updated
statistics, has expanded resources for suicide prevention and mental
health ministry, and now includes a discussion guide for suicide
survivor groups.
