Bøger af Tom McQueen

For years I was blessed as a licensed marriage and family therapist to have a private practice in Florida.I counseled many husbands and wives, children, families, and business professionals during that time. Many of the people I met in counseling I still remember because of the nature of their journeys in life. Faith was always an integral part of my plan to assist them. In addition to using the principles of behavioral science to help people resolve their problems and concerns, I prayed for them. For Christians who came to see me, it was remarkable how many of them became aware of the importance of God in their daily lives. Talking to God in prayer became an important resource in their healing process. I'll never forget the middle-aged woman who, at her last session, stood up, hugged me and said, "Thank you for helping me to finally see that God is the only answer."This book of prayers is dedicated to her and to all of us who struggle with problems, challenges, and obstacles in life. While counseling and coaching is a valuable and reliable resource for troubled minds, hearts, and souls, in the final analysis, when you really think about it, God is the only answer. Have a conversation with him every day and invite him into your life. Even in hard times, you will always be richly blessed.

In this book, I want to share with you some of the lessons I learned from that initial encounter in heaven, lessons that were reinforced by the fellow travelers I journeyed with along the road of life. Tom McQueen, M.Div., is a retired licensed marriage and family therapist, chaplain, and the founder of the American Family Foundation, Inc. (www.americanfamilyfoundationinc.com). He has published numerous books and articles, and his best-selling book, Letters to Ethan, a collection of letters he wrote to his grandson, Ethan McQueen, was the recipient of the Angel Award from the Excellence in Media Foundation. Tom has appeared on the Lifetime Television Network, the This Is The Day program on CatholicTV, and on many shows and radio programs throughout the United States. He has been a keynote speaker for several groups including Marriage Encounter Canada's national convention. His latest initiative, Teach Your Children Well, is a program presented to parents of elementary and high school students in churches and schools.

I first met Major General Karl Horst on a leadership tour of United States Central Command (CENTCOM) at MacDill Air Force Base, one of the most important military installations in the world. As CEO of the NHL''s Tampa Bay Lightning I was privileged to be in this group and honored when the General invited me to tour his office.  I discovered that General Horst was a big hockey fan growing up, playing on frozen ponds in Wenatchee, Washington.  Our connection was immediate, and my admiration for him strong.Our friendship developed by attending Lightning games, joint service in community projects, and more visits to his headquarters. On one occasion the General showed me a series of photos of he and President Obama visiting a 21-year old Medal of Honor recipient''s grave at Arlington National Cemetery, and placement by the President of an honorary Presidential coin there.  When the President left, Karl returned to the soldier''s grave and retrieved that coin. After months of searching, Karl was able to locate the mother of the fallen soldier and personally deliver the coin to her. In sharing that story with me, a tear came to the General''s eye. It was an awesome moment to see that after more than 30 years in the military, this humble leader never forgot the true mission of service and the ultimate sacrifice made by the men and women of our Armed Forces. I came to know the General as an inspirational man who symbolizes all that is great about our nation.  In Common Sense Leadership, General Horst provides invaluable insights as to what constitutes effective leadership.  Use this book to change your life, improve your people, and accomplish your business mission.  God Bless you, General Horst.
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When the inevitability of death becomes a reality, it is typically accompanied by a gripping uncertainty as to which pain is worse --- the grief and sadness over what is happening to our loved one, or the heartfelt ache when we realize what now can never happen. As a Chaplain who has experienced the death journeys of young and old, Tom McQueen has comforted our patients as well as their parents, spouses, family, caregivers, and friends. As a result of those deeply intimate end-of-life conversations, Reflections of a Hospice Chaplain presents a beautiful collection of life lessons intended to enrich our lives and relationships. Each day we have opportunities to enjoy the fullness of life with those whom we love. Before death denies us that time, the insights in Tom's book will enable us to celebrate the endless blessings of faith, hope, and love with our families. Enjoy! Linda Ward President & CEO Gulfside Hospice & Pasco Palliative Care Phone: 800-561-4883; Referral: 800-817-9941 www.ghppc.org

We need to abandon the practice of recruiting, selecting, hiring, and training people tht apply for jobs in the United States. Instead, we need to discover ways to engage passionate team members in our companies who want to communicate, collaborate, and compete in an ever-changing economy.When two out of three workers are either disengaged or actively disengaged in their jobs, not only do businesses suffer horrible economic consequences, our nation''s workforce is saddled with even greater burdens.For more than a quarter of a century, Tom McQueen has facilitated employee engagement initiatives in companies throughout our country. The results have been universal; decreased employee turnover, increased employee engagement, and performance improvement that has yielded a growth in profits, record and sustainable levels of enhanced employee morale and productivity, and rising customer experience scores.

Tom McQueen has the advantage over many advice-givers. His guidance is based on scriptural knowledge and years of working with people who have turned to everyone and everything except Jesus for a resolution to their lifeΓÇÖs problems. In Jesus Therapy, Dr. McQueen takes us on a journey to JesusΓÇÖ most powerful teachings, and then gives us the resources to achieve higher levels of spiritual and emotional fulfillment.Patsy L. McLaughlin, MS Licensed Mental Health CounselorTom McQueen brings magnified insight into the Bible in these pages. His vision is refreshing, practical and sometimes humorous. Superb examples of prayer not only for seasoned prayer practitioners, but also for those new to the practice. He approaches challenging and deeply difficult subjects through compelling personal experience, honorable example of God''s people, and life long reflection. This work is a solid companion for those of us who have lived life in the good and bad times. Reverend Gregory W. HagerPastor, Lutheran Church of the PalmsTom McQueen has accomplished so much by identifying the many challenges we all face each and every day. But most importantly, he helps us learn how we can meet those challenges by looking to Jesus Christ for the answers.Mary MillerPastoral Ministries CoordinatorSt. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church