Sheila’s Books

My Secret Loss: Finding Life after Abortion
A Bible Study bringing a message of love and forgiveness for women suffering emotional pain from an abortion, and for those who love them.

Available through CarePoint Ministries, Inc., www.carepointministry.com

From My Secret Loss:

“...Having had an abortion is often a woman’s deepest secret. She may be afraid to tell her family, friends, or others that are close to her out of fear of retribution or condemnation. Meeting people with compassion for her and with an understanding of the circumstances surrounding her choice is rarely expected. As she hears and sees much of today’s pro-life messages, she is confronted not only with the declaration that her choice was wrong, but that she is personally unacceptable, unforgivable, or unworthy. On occasion, there is the woman who finally confides in a trusted friend, only to be rebuked and shamed by that friend.."

Endorsements for My Secret Loss:

“My Secret Loss is a ministry must—personal, biblical, insightful, purposeful, helpful, truthful, useful and full of grace and truth for those struggling with such a loss.”—Laurie McIntyre, Pastor of Women2Day, Elmbrook Church, Brookfield, WI

“Sheila has opened the pages of her heart to all women who need to know their story is able to be shared. In writing this workbook she has provided an opportunity for hurting women to find the source of all comfort, our Lord, Jesus Christ. May the participants experience the freedom of knowing reconciliation is possible and be aware of God’s healing blessings.” —Jeannie Hannemann, M. A., Founder of Elizabeth Ministry International

"The depth of your pain is my pain ... I truly believe this Bible study needs to have a much greater audience." Debra Butler, BSN, MPA, PhD, co-owner of Pathways to Enrichment and author of "Season's of Grief, What Nature Can Teach Us About Loss"

Grapple with Guilt, Shed the Shame
A Bible Study showing the pervasive impact of guilt and shame, while leaving the reader with a sense of hope. At some point in our lives, we will all grapple with our guilt. At some point, many of us will want to shed our shame.”

Available through CarePoint Ministries, Inc., www.carepointministry.com

Endorsements for Grapple with Guilt

"Grapple with Guilt, Shed the Shame -- a helpful tool to address a common yet complicated issue in a prayerful, biblical manner. The personal stories help the reader to understand how guilt and shame may be impacting his or her life while the discussion and homework facilitate the processing of related emotions." Victoria A. Gossens, LSCW, Appleton, WI

"Guilt and Shame emanate from fear...of what others may think, of failure, of loss, of future emotional hurt or physical harm, and of simple embarrassment. We can hold so much guilt and shame that we can become immobilized. In this workbook, Sheila Luck provides an excellent group process for people to recognize and rid themselves of the guilt and shame that can trap any of us. I strongly recommend it!" Dr. Thomas J. Wiltzius, PhD, LPC, Sr. Vice President, Right Management

"Satan's master plan of deception often uses false guilt and shame, tempting people to doubt the unconditional love of God's forgiveness. However, God uses genuine guilt to alert us to specific wrong actions. In my years of ministry, I have seen great emotional and spiritual struggle in people trying to discern the difference. This Bible study offers an opportunity to reflect on this challenge and discover the powerful grace of God." Jeannie Hannemann, M. A., Founder of Elizabeth Ministry International

The Challenge of Change: Careers, Callings and Work-Life Crossroads

A Bible Study designed to help the reader build a personal mission built on God's plan for his or her life, so that when faced with work-life changes (whether wanted or unwanted) the period of transition may be one of hope.

Available through CarePoint Ministries, Inc., www.carepointministry.com

From The Challenge of Change:

"Whether work-life change is the result of job dissatisfaction, an involuntary layoff or temination, or a voluntary move, it includes a set of endings and a set of beginnings. We can face the endings with sadness, regret, anger, or disappointment; and we can face the beginnings with fear, worry or anxiety. Alternatively, we can accept the endings with peace and look forward to the beginnings with hope, viewing the entire change with a sense of joy and excitement."

Endorsements for The Challenge of Change

"The Challenge of Change is among the best career works I have ever read. It is sound from biblical, developmental psychology, and career theory standpoints. I would encourage the active use of Sheila Luck's career workbook by individuals working through a work-life transition, whether on their own, through a ministry service, or with a professional career counselor." Dr. Thomas J. Wiltzius, PhD, LPC, Sr. Vice President, Right Management

"The Challenge of Change is an important tool for individuals and churches helping people to see careers and callings the way God's Word looks at our work. I would use this material with 20-somethings to get started on the right foot, and with wanting, mid-career folks who have lost their careers or want a change ... This material is a good arrow to have in your quiver." Chuck Schwaninger, Church Relations, Campus Crusade for Christ Int.

"The Challenge of Change: Careers, Callings and Work-Life Crossroads, written by author Sheila Luck allows us to journey through the longings and difficulties of following our own dreams. Only through self inquiry, patience and listening for the next step can we begin to understand the true nature of a perfect Father. Her own story teaches us the human side of the travails of our struggle with 'thy will be done.' All our journeys lead to Truth." Debra Butler, BSN, MPA, PhD, co-owner of Pathways to Enrichment and author of "Season's of Grief, What Nature Can Teach Us About Loss"

"Thank you Sheila for providing a resource that promises to be of significant value to the Body of Christ. Our culture conditions us to habitually define ourselves by means of profession, performance and position -- all external measures of worth; while God weighs our value in a very different scale. The author asks those in the midst of identity-wrenching transition to peer into God's timeless Word for renewed self-definitions; wonderfully poses searching questions that invite the Spirit to open our hearts; alongside vignettes from her own poignant experience that let us know she has walked these paths before. Sheila resists the temptation to tell readers what they should be thinking, instead, allowing the Holy Spirit to bring customized insight to each individual as they walk through her study with Him." Jim Case, Compass Christian Coaching, Appleton WI (www.compasschristiancoaching.com)

Abortion Recovery Directory:

A service of the Abortion Recovery International Network.

A.R.I.N. strives to unite abortion recovery efforts worldwide. Their inclusive effort provides help, healing and hope to those wounded by abortion.

Carepoint Ministries, Inc.

Providing resources for support group ministries

Elizabeth Ministry International

Committed to connecting one another during the joys challenges and sorrows of the childbearing years

Lutherans for Life

A pro-life, pro-family ministry

The National Office of Post-Abortion Reconciliation and Healing

Networks professionals working in the field of post-abortion support services - The web site includes information about Project Rachel, the post-abortion healing ministry of the Catholic Church.

Ramah International

Offering hope to those who suffer from post-abortion syndrome