Sacred Attention: A Spiritual Practice for Finding God in the Moment - Softcover

Margaret D. McGee

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1594732914 ISBN 13: 9781594732911

Publisher: Skylight Paths, 2011

Synopsis

Paying attention is rarely easy to do. In this inspiring book, you will discover ways to develop a practice of attention as a means of talking - and listening - to God. Framed on the Christian liturgical year and paired with images of the seasons ofthe earth, each chapter includes an insightful and poignant narrative which illustrates the surprising richness to be found in every attention-getting moment. Following each narrative is a prayer, suggested scripture readings and a specific exerciseyou can use to develop your own practice of attention as a means to better connect with God. Accessible, humorous and meaningful, these words and practices will lead you further along your path toward discovering a deeper awareness of yourself and your relationship to all that is around you - and within you.

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About the Author

Margaret D. McGee, a writer, teacher and leader of spiritual workshops and retreats, is author of Sacred Attention: A Spiritual Practice for Finding God in the Moment (SkyLight Paths), and Stumbling Toward God: A Prodigal's Return. Her haiku have been published in journals such as The Heron's Nest, bear creek haiku, and Wisteria. Her website, www.IntheCourtyard.com, hosts a forum to write and share haiku in response to the sacred writings of world religions.

Edition details

• Publisher: Skylight Paths
• Publication date: 2011
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1594732914
• ISBN 13: 9781594732911
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 144