Friend of the Soul. A Benedictine Spirituality of Work - Vest, Norvene

a Benedictine spirituality of work

KORTE INHOUD

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."
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1997Uitgever: Cambridge/Boston MA, Cowley Publications156 paginasTaal: EngelsISBN-10: 156101138XISBN-13: 9781561011384

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