WOODSTOCK, VIRGINIA—Jerry John, a native of Browerville Minnesota and a former resident of Vienna, VA, has a love story to tell… a story of the love between father and son. Having shared life’s dreams and hopes together for twenty-nine years, Jerry was separated from his son Eric by a tragic twist of fate. After Eric’s accidental death, he was left alone to search for solace…and for answers to his suffering.

    In his newly released book, A Father’s Love, Jerry shares the journey of healing following this most devastating event of his life. 
Through “Journaling” prayer, Jerry sought answers and enlightenment from God. Why would God take his son away before his time? Answers found in journaling brought Jerry a new and enlightened outlook on life. “There is life after life, and God is a God of mercy,” Jerry concludes.

    Parents grieving over fallen children can find solace in Jerry’s incredible story, which attempts to guide them on a path to wholeness again. His story encourages parents to embrace their faith, and look for the many signs of God’s love and mercy. God clearly showed him that Eric’s life was not in vain, Jerry explains. “The signs and wonders are so profound that there is no doubt about the message.”

    Sixty-eight years old and the father of four children and grandfather of five, Jerry has dedicated his life to “the service of others” in both business and politics. He holds a B.A. in Business Administration from the University of Minnesota, and has worked as a senior procurement official and business executive. In his second career, he worked in home construction with his son, Eric.

    Very active in the Charismatic and Cursillo movements of the Catholic Church, Jerry has lead and challenged others to greater service throughout his life. Jerry explains that, with the help of his undaunted faith in God, he has surmounted one of the greatest pains life can deliver—the death of a child, and returned to peace in life again.

    His book A Father’s Love, by Jerry John, (ISBN 0-75961-469-5) is available from 1stBooks Library at http://www.1stbooks.com/ or 1st Books Order Hot line at 888-280-7715.