Being with God - books for dementia sufferers

Being with God is a series of Bible and prayer guides for people with dementia and those struggling with memory loss.

You can read all about the books and their features further down this page but first, why not watch these videos with BBC television presenter Pam Rhodes. In the first video, discover the story behind the books as Pam introduces the Being with God series, and in the second video as Pam interviews the series' editor and developer, 'Tricia Williams, find out more about the books and how they might be perfect for you if you suffer from dementia yourself or care for someone who does.

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About the books

Each title includes:

  • 31 daily devotionals
  •  ‘Cues and clues’ box to help engagement with the day’s Bible theme
  • Inspirational CD with a hymn or song for every day
  • ’Expert’ introduction and ‘How to use…’ section

There are three titles in the series; Words of Faith, Words of Hope and Words of Peace (see below), each costing £6.99. This price includes a specially compiled CD of songs and hymns.

The Being with God series is published on 4 May 2010 but you can pre-order your copies now. To pre-order, buy any of the editions below and they will be sent out once they have been published.

‘With its carefully chosen mix of familiar words and evocative music, this imaginative and practical resource is nothing less than a Godsend.’
Pam Rhodes, BBC TV presenter, Patron of MHA

  1. Being with God: Words of Peace

    A Bible and prayer guide for people with dementia. This edition features the following Bible readings series:

    In the beginning, God...
    Words of blessing and peace from the Old Testament.

    Peace - Through Jesus
    Words of peace and joy from the New Testament.

    Price: £6.99
  2. Being with God: Words of Hope

    A Bible and prayer guide for people with dementia. This guide contains the following Bible readings series :

    Jesus - Light and life
    From Christmas to Easter, well-loved words from the Bible tell the story of Jesus' life.

    Psalms - Words of hope
    Familiar words from the book of Psalms bring assurance and hope.

    Price: £6.99
  3. Being with God: Words of Faith

    A Bible and prayer guide for people with dementia. This edition features the following Bible readings series:

    Jesus - Words and stories
    Words and stories of Jesus from the gospels offer comfort and encourage faith.

    God's heroes - Faithful lives
    The old stories of biblical heroes inspire courage and trust in a faithful God.

    Price: £6.99