Friend of the Soul

A Benedictine Spirituality of Work

Nonfiction, Religion & Spirituality, Christianity, Denominations, Episcopalianism, Anglicanism, Other Practices
Cover of the book Friend of the Soul by Norvene Vest, Cowley Publications
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Norvene Vest ISBN: 9781461732907
Publisher: Cowley Publications Publication: January 25, 1997
Imprint: Cowley Publications Language: English
Author: Norvene Vest
ISBN: 9781461732907
Publisher: Cowley Publications
Publication: January 25, 1997
Imprint: Cowley Publications
Language: English

In this second book in her series on Benedictine spirituality, Norvene Vest brings the insights of Benedict's Rule to the world of work. A gifted interpreter of Benedict's wisdom, Vest examines with empathy and clarity the plight of men and women who wish for their work to be life-giving, a service to others, and the place where they can experience the presence of God.

Vest brings Benedict's perspective to three areas of work discontent today: the stress of performance, overproduction, and acquisitiveness. To these she opposes three Benedictine principles: vocation, or being called to what we do; stewardship, or taking care of what we are given; and obedience, or serving one another. Her emphasis is on the words of Benedict's primary text and its application for people today.

Each chapter concludes with extensive spiritual exercises and food for thought.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

In this second book in her series on Benedictine spirituality, Norvene Vest brings the insights of Benedict's Rule to the world of work. A gifted interpreter of Benedict's wisdom, Vest examines with empathy and clarity the plight of men and women who wish for their work to be life-giving, a service to others, and the place where they can experience the presence of God.

Vest brings Benedict's perspective to three areas of work discontent today: the stress of performance, overproduction, and acquisitiveness. To these she opposes three Benedictine principles: vocation, or being called to what we do; stewardship, or taking care of what we are given; and obedience, or serving one another. Her emphasis is on the words of Benedict's primary text and its application for people today.

Each chapter concludes with extensive spiritual exercises and food for thought.

More books from Cowley Publications

Cover of the book Organic God by Norvene Vest
Cover of the book The Shattering Sound of Amazing Grace by Norvene Vest
Cover of the book And God Spoke by Norvene Vest
Cover of the book Always Open by Norvene Vest
Cover of the book Engaging the Word by Norvene Vest
Cover of the book Living With History by Norvene Vest
Cover of the book Informed by Faith by Norvene Vest
Cover of the book Mature Grief by Norvene Vest
Cover of the book The Comforting Whirlwind by Norvene Vest
Cover of the book Brightest and Best by Norvene Vest
Cover of the book Loosening the Roots of Compassion by Norvene Vest
Cover of the book Mystical Hope by Norvene Vest
Cover of the book When Christians Were Jews (That Is, Now) by Norvene Vest
Cover of the book Horizons of Mission by Norvene Vest
Cover of the book Church & Stage by Norvene Vest
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy