What happens when we die? I resonate with the deep human longing for the existence of a heaven, and the comfort of angels. Some of the most beloved teachings of the New Church are those regarding heaven. In the face of uncertainty and unknowing, Swedenborg paints a beautiful, soothing, and deeply resonating image of a life where each person has a purpose, and life is more than the pursuit of happiness. What are your thoughts and questions about life after death? Which ideas of Swedenborg’s resonate? Which ones do you question? Check out this thought-provoking content on angels, heaven, near-death experiences and more. Join the conversation on facebook. We’d love to hear your story.

With gratitude,

Bronwen Henry
Managing Editor
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  Changing Lives: I felt myself come out of my body.

  Blane's near-death experience has made a lasting effect on his life. Though dealing with his experience hasn't been easy, he has a sense of peace, not fear, of the afterlife that he wishes to share with others.

  
  
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  Questions about Angels? (Seeking Answers)

  Alan Cowley answers questions about who angels are, what they do, and what our relationship with them is like even here on earth.

  
  
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  Real Challenges: Connections with One Who Has Died

  When someone we love dies, we want to continue feeling close to them. Are we able to still communicate with them or feel their presence? Explore the connection between spirits and those here on earth.

  
  
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  Quotes about Heaven

  
  
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  What Happens When We Die?

  After we die, we each go through a series of stages before we can enter heaven. Rev. Dr. Jonathan Rose describes what this process is like and how close the Lord is to us throughout the process.

  
  
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  Help When Things Get Bad

  The biblical story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in the fiery furnace (Daniel 3) has much to teach us of dealing with our own internal struggles of anger.

  
  
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  Changing Lives: Is my dad happy in the other world?

  Bobbie has her answer now, and it has given her insights about life after death, as well as how to live her life here and now.

  
  
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  Small Group Bible Study: Angels in Training

  What can we do in our earthly lives to prepare us for being angels? Gather some friends together and explore this 6-week small group study.

  
  

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