Bibliograph

The monastery of the heart, an invitation to a meaningful life, Joan Chittister

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The monastery of the heart, an invitation to a meaningful life, Joan Chittister

Language

eng

Index

no index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

The monastery of the heart

Oclc number

676725187

Responsibility statement

Joan Chittister

Sub title

an invitation to a meaningful life

Summary

"[A] spiritual guide for [those] who are seeking a more purposeful life today, in a time of social upheavals and global transformations. It is written for seekers of any faith or none--individuals, couples, families, and small groups--who are looking for true meaning while facing seemingly countless options, both spiritual and secular, and are feeling overwhelmed by choices. It builds on the ancient Rule of Benedict to show us new ways of meaningful living in the very center of our own world--without ever withdrawing from it. The Monastery of the Heart is anchored in the Rule, rooted in its values, but attempts to redefine it for seekers today...."--Provided by publisher

Table Of Contents

Our search: A gentle invitation ; A seeker's path ; A single vision -- Our interior life: Prayer ; Silence ; Prayerful reading ; Retreat and reflection -- Our community: Mutuality ; Equality ; Direction and counsel ; Sufficiency and sharing ; Nourishment -- Our service: Good work ; Co-creation ; Loving care ; Responsibility ; Hospitality -- Our promise: A listening heart ; Conversion of heart ; Stability of heart -- Our spiritual growth: Humility ; Spiritual tools ; Sacred art ; Good zeal ; Peace -- Epilogue -- Appendix. A reader's version of the Rule of Saint Benedict in inclusive language: The chapters

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