"Remembrance of Things Forgotten" invites readers to rediscover compassion, dignity, and the divine in everyday moments of healing and hope.
MOUNT VERNON, NY, September 10, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ -- In a world often defined by division, deadlines, and disconnection, author and former prosecutor Steve Chananie offers a powerful reminder: the human spirit yearns for meaning—and healing happens when we meet each other with presence and compassion.
With his debut memoir, Remembrance of Things Forgotten: Lessons Learned During My Brief Time as a Hospital Chaplain, Chananie delivers a heartfelt chronicle of spiritual awakening and the sacred dimensions of caregiving.
A Journey from Law to Love
A veteran of the courtroom, Chananie spent over a decade as a prosecutor, rising to lead the Appeals Bureau in the Queens District Attorney's Office in New York City. Yet behind the accolades and arguments was a quieter calling—one that would lead him from legal briefs to chaplain visits, and from judicial chambers to hospital hallways.
"While prosecution fulfilled a part of my journey, there was always a deeper call I wanted to answer," Chananie reflects. "That call led me to chaplaincy, where I found sacredness not in grand gestures, but in small, quiet moments of connection."
Lessons from the "Cathedral of the Spirit"
In Remembrance of Things Forgotten, Chananie shares personal stories from his time as a hospital chaplain—experiences that reshaped his understanding of justice, grace, and human vulnerability. His writing offers an intimate glimpse into moments of pain, courage, and deep spiritual connection.
One particularly moving narrative involves Maria, a leukemia patient whose strength and dignity made a lasting impact.
"I wrote this book not just to remember, but to awaken others to the power of presence," he says. "It's about listening with the heart. About showing up, even when words fall short."
Guided by his mentor Jose Maria Collazo, Chananie began to view spirituality as fluid, inclusive, and transformative. He introduces the concept of the soul as a Cathedral of the Spirit, where lived beliefs become portals to divine connection—offering readers of all faiths a blueprint for inner reflection and purpose.
Bridging Spirituality and Social Advocacy
Chananie's transformation didn't stop at the hospital doors. A long-time advocate for environmental ethics and interfaith dialogue, he is a founding member of the Society for Earth Law and an active contributor at the Interfaith Center of New York.
"In both law and spirituality, there's a shared commitment to truth and to honoring the intrinsic value of life," Chananie shares. "My hope is that this book inspires others to bridge their inner and outer worlds—to lead with heart in whatever field they serve."
A Timely Message of Empathy and Renewal
Remembrance of Things Forgotten lands at a moment when the world is longing for renewal, vulnerability, and authentic leadership. Chananie's voice cuts through the noise—not with dogma, but with a spiritual invitation to remember what truly matters.
"This book is a reminder that our core values have always been about love, compassion, and respect for all life," he explains. "In remembering these truths, we find a path toward wholeness."
As Chananie prepares for speaking engagements and resumes chaplaincy this fall, he sees this memoir not as a conclusion—but as a call to action.
"The work is never done," he concludes. "But every soul touched is a victory."
Listen to the Interview
Learn more about Steve's journey in his featured podcast appearance:
Close Up Radio – Part 1
Order the Book
Remembrance of Things Forgotten: Lessons Learned During My Brief Time as a Hospital Chaplain now available at:
Amazon
Barnes & Noble
For interviews, speaking engagements, or media inquiries, contact:
Steve Chananie
Email: schananie@gmail.com
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