Hospice Encounters

Hospice Encounters

By Marie BetcherReligion & Spirituality
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Hospice Encounters episodes

  • 28 Hospice Encounters: Recognizing Loved Ones at End of Life
    Hospice Encounters: Recognizing Loved Ones at End of Life In this short episode of Hospice Encounters, host Marie Betcher shares a touching story from the vault about a loved one recognizing a family member moments before passing. Marie encourages listeners to find hope and comfort in these end-of-life encounters and invites them to share their own stories via email. Marie appreciates her audience and extends warm wishes for the end of 2024 and a Blessed 2025. 00:00 Introduction to Hospice Encounters 00:21 Host Introduction and Episode Context 00:35 A Heartfelt Encounter from the Vault 01:26 Sharing Your Stories 02:09 Closing Remarks and Contact Information [email protected] [email protected]
    3 min
  • 27 Exploring Near-Death and Supernatural Experiences with Matthew McGuire
    Exploring Near-Death and Supernatural Experiences with Matthew McGuire In this episode of 'Hospice Encounters,' the host welcomes Matthew McGuire, author of 'A Magical World, How the Bible Makes Sense of the Supernatural.' They discuss the themes of McGuire's book, focusing on near-death and other supernatural experiences. Matthew shares his initial skepticism about near-death experiences, his journey from disbelief to belief spurred by scientific evidence and theological inquiry, and the various types of supernatural encounters described in his book. They delve into stories of veridical perceptions, out-of-body experiences, encounters with deceased loved ones, and the profound impact these experiences have on individuals. The discussion also touches on the intersection of these experiences with Christian theology, the importance of having a well-rounded view of the supernatural, and the comfort such experiences can offer to believers. The episode concludes with an invitation for listeners to read McGuire's book and to share their own stories with the podcast. 00:00 Introduction to Hospice Encounters 00:21 Meet Matthew McGuire: Author of A Magical World 00:47 Exploring Near Death and Supernatural Experiences 02:05 Skepticism and Scientific Evidence 04:33 Personal Stories and Veridical Perceptions 06:16 Emotional Impact and Life Changes 17:48 Encounters with Deceased Loved Ones 24:12 Theological Reflections and Prayer 37:30 Conclusion and Final Thoughts https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/211743880-a-magical-world https://mattmcguire.net/home.html [email protected] [email protected]
    45 min
  • 26 Finding Faith and Peace in Hospice: Chaplain John Wenderlein's Encounters

    26 Finding Faith and Peace in Hospice: Chaplain John Wenderlein's Encounters

    In episode 26 of Hospice Encounters, the host Marie Betcher interviews Chaplain John Wenderlein, a seasoned hospice chaplain from Daytona Beach with a background in theological studies. John shares heartfelt stories from his time with hospice patients, illustrating moments of faith, peace, and spiritual awakenings at the end of life. His anecdotes highlight the profound impact of spiritual care, with stories of elderly patients finding solace and peace in their final days. John emphasizes the reality of God and the importance of faith, touching on personal experiences with his own family. The episode aims to provide hope, healing, and comfort to listeners through these deeply personal encounters.

    00:00 Introduction to Hospice Encounters

    00:28 Meet Chaplain John Wenderlein

    01:27 Stories of Faith and End-of-Life Experiences

    03:09 A Sweet Lady's Journey to Faith

    08:56 Another Encounter: Nursing Home Reflections

    15:59 The Mystery of End-of-Life Visions

    21:12 Concluding Thoughts and Reflections

    25:23 Closing Remarks and Contact Information

    https://www.amazon.com/Remember-Me-through-Hospice-Chaplain-ebook/dp/B0CGNZNMJJ

    https://www.amazon.com/Delayed-Honor-John-Wenderlein-ebook/dp/B0CTKPX7DT

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    27 min
  • 25 Piercing the Veil: A Journey of Faith and Miracles – Interview with Sonyia Kuipers

    Piercing the Veil: A Journey of Faith and Miracles – Interview with Sonyia Kuipers

    In this episode of Hospice Encounters, host Marie Betcher welcomes guest Sonyia Kuipers, who shares a profound near-death experience she had at the age of seven. Sonyia describes her spiritual encounter where she visited heaven and conversed with God and her angel. Despite experiencing God's perfect peace and a welcoming heavenly family, Sonyia chose to return to Earth due to her desire to have children. She discusses her struggles with illness, family dynamics, depression, and a near-suicide attempt. Despite these challenges, Sonyia emphasizes the importance of faith and God's unwavering presence in her life. The discussion also covers her journey back to faith, the difficulties she faced during her marriage, and her eventual redemption and healing. Sonyia closes by detailing another spiritual experience post-childbirth and offers insights into recognizing God's voice. Her story is captured in her book, 'The Treasure Within,' which is available on Amazon. The episode serves as a powerful testament to the complexity of faith, life's trials, and the enduring hope found in GOD's love.

    00:00 Introduction to Hospice Encounters

    00:53 Interview with Sonyia Kuipers

    01:28 Sonyia's Early Encounter with Illness

    04:52 A Miraculous Experience

    12:30 Return to Earth and Immediate Aftermath

    17:40 Life After the Experience

    20:16 A Dark Turn and a Message of Hope

    20:58 A Desperate Decision

    21:21 A Divine Intervention

    22:06 A Mother's Concern

    23:28 Leaving Home for Freedom

    24:22 Strained Family Ties

    24:56 A New Chapter Begins

    25:23 A Test of Faith

    27:47 Glowing with Joy

    31:37 Turning Away from God

    33:37 Finding Redemption

    37:32 Lessons Learned and Moving Forward

    38:55 Conclusion and Farewell

    https://www.amazon.es/Treasure-Within-Sonyia-Kuipers/dp/B0CY9R94D2 If you are having thoughts of Suicide: Help is available Speak with someone today CALL or TEXT 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

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    40 min
  • 24 Karin Wilkinson's Near-Life Experience: A Journey of Love, Peace, and Miracles
    Karin Wilkinson's Near-Life Experience: A Journey of Love, Peace, and Miracles In this episode of Hospice Encounters, hosted by Marie Betcher, Karin Wilkinson shares her profound near-death experience during a major spinal surgery. Karin recounts the traumatic event where she was mistakenly administered a paralytic before surgery, leading to her feeling trapped in her own body. During this ordeal, she experienced a sense of peace and love outside her body, which she describes as a 'near-life experience.' Karin was later comforted by what she believes were angels in the hospital. This life-changing experience left her unafraid of death and more committed to cherishing every moment. Karin's testimony serves as a source of hope, healing, and comfort for listeners. 00:00 Introduction to Hospice Encounters 00:21 Host's Message and Disclaimer 01:12 Introducing Karin Wilkinson 01:56 Karin's Near-Death Experience 05:09 Out-of-Body Observations 10:56 Return to the Body and Recovery 15:45 Angelic Encounter in Recovery 19:43 Reflections and Life Changes 21:36 Closing Remarks and Contact Information
    23 min
  • 23 Spiritual insights and Encounters with Tanya Hackney

    23 Spiritual insights and Encounters with Tanya Hackney

    Tanya shares her experience and spiritual insights during the death of her sweet mother in law Mary.

    Tanya is very active on Social Media and is an author! Tanya will also be a guest on an upcoming episode of Hospice Explained Ep. 90

    Tanya's Links: Blog www.taketwosailing.com Book https://ingeniumbooks.com/LTSH Facebook https://www.facebook.com/tanya.hackney.71https://www.facebook.com/TakeTwoSailing/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/taketwosailing/ Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/tanyataketwo/

    Marie's Contact:

    [email protected] www.hospiceexplained.com http://buymeacoffee.com/hospice [email protected] Leave a Voicemail: 206-705-3080

    9 min
  • 22 Near Death Experience with Janice Callahan

    Episode 22 with Janice Callahan.

    Janice Experienced a near death encounter after using drugs.

    Listen to this encounter with Janice. Learn how being this close to death changed Janice forever.

    If you want to share your Encounter, either email or voicemail to read or be on the podcast:

    Marie's Contact: [email protected] www.hospiceexplained.com http://buymeacoffee.com/hospice [email protected] Leave a Voicemail: 206-705-3080

    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unrefined-podcast-com/id1654611365?i=1000644227374

    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unrefined-podcast-com/id1654611365?i=1000622147440

    38 min

About Hospice Encounters

From the publisher's feed

This is a podcast to share Encounters and Experiences related to a Loved one's End of Life. An Encounter is defined as an unexpected casual meeting or experience. This is not just about end of life…