About the Book

When does the book release?

October 3, 2025.

What’s the book about?

A memoir-meets-day-in-the-life look at hospital chaplaincy—real stories of grief support, spiritual care, and how presence, humor, and humanity shape end-of-life moments.

Where can I read early praise?

Endorsements from medical, chaplaincy, and ethics leaders appear on the Writing page.

Speaking & events

How do I invite you/Keith to speak?

Use the “Inquire” link on the Speaking page to reach out.

What topics does he speak on?

Empathic listening, existential chaplaincy (death, isolation, meaninglessness, freedom), lessons from the bedside, and practical presence for caregivers and leaders.

Where can I see upcoming events?

Current listings (e.g., Oct 5–9 Nijmegen conference; Oct 27 Spiritual Integration Hour, Loma Linda/Zoom) are on the Speaking page.

Teaching & workshops

What classes or seminars does Keith offer?

Introductions to hospital chaplaincy and CPE, grief & loss, trauma-informed spiritual care, “How to be Present in Another’s Pain,” “Lessons Dying People Taught Me about Living,” and more.

Does he do multi-session or weekend events?

Yes—example formats combine film screenings + Q&A, talks/sermons, and didactics over a two-day schedule.

Films & screenings

What films has Keith worked on?

A Certain Kind of Light (2015) and G-Ride: The Mike Griffith Story (2019). The Filmmaking page includes trailer/teaser links and press mentions.

Can events include a film screening + discussion?

Yes. There are 90-minute screening + Q&A formats with themes tailored to healthcare, listening, spirituality, recovery, and more.

Contact & media

What’s the best way to contact Keith?

Use the site form or email contact@keithwakefield.me.

Where can media request a press kit or interview?

Start via the contact form; speaking and film pages provide context on topics and past events.