Calm in My Chaos: Encouragement for a Mom's Weary Soul (Paperback)

by Elisabeth K. Corcoran (Author) "At conception, we all are blank slates..." (more)
Key Phrases: Personal Touch, Prayer Dear Father, Mother's Day (more...)

Editorial Reviews

Review
"Calm in my Chaos is a wonderful encouragement for mothers of young children. Elisabeth Corcoran shares her experiences with honesty and sensitivity. Her foundation is Scripture and the manner in which she takes the Word and weaves it through the experiences of her day will encourage many a mom. A wonderful book." -- Carol Jo Brazo, Author of No Ordinary Home

Calm in My Chaos takes an honest look at a motheris world and offers practical advice on common experiences. (WRGN )

Product Description
Finicky eaters, sleepless nights, endless diapers, and too much babytalk. These are the makings of motherhood. Juggling the responsibilities of home and family leaves most moms weary, yet every mom knows the rewards of her calling are many. Taking time to reflect on the exhilarating awe of the task is always time well spent. This refreshing book is the perfect resource for such moments. With an empathetic mother's heart, Elisabeth Corcoran offers the gift of perspective in one of life's most challenging ministries.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 155 pages
• Publisher: Kregel Publications (January 22, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0825423880
• ISBN-13: 978-0825423888
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.5 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #722,000 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A must read for Mothers and Women of all ages, February 22, 2001

By	Lisa M. Hendey "Lisa, CatholicMom.com Webmaster" (Fresno, CA United States) - See all my reviews (TOP 1000 REVIEWER)    (REAL NAME)

I recently had the opportunity to read Calm in My Chaos while traveling cross country on a crowded airplane. My fellow travellers must have wondered what was going on with me...alternating between furious highlighting and underlining, giggles, sobs of emotion and lots of head nodding and smiles. Beth Corcoran's book touched my soul in a way few others have - it spurred me to immediate action. The book is organized into short chapters with "personal touch" life application opportunities and brief devotional offerings at the conclusion of each chapter. Beth's writing style is consice, witty and touching. By the end of the first few chapters, you feel as though you know this woman like a sister or a dear friend and you want to reach out and share your heart with her. The "personal touch" issues will provoke meaningful life change in women of any age, regardless of whether or not you have young children. Beth's goal is to help us grow closer to God and to grow as women, individuals and mothers. The book is a quick and enjoyable read, but you will find yourself coming back to sections and rereading again and again. I would highly recommend this book!

16 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Calm in My Chaos - March 3, 2001, March 2, 2001

By	Lois Clements (Minooka, Illinois) - See all my reviews

Through a God-given gift, Elisabeth K. Corcoran has written an amazing book that mothers and women of all ages will relate to and be encouraged by. I took time out of my own chaos to read this book from cover to cover in one sitting. I am so glad that I did! My relationships with God, my daughter, and my husband will benefit from it, too. This book is personal, honest, humorous, thought provoking, touching, inspiring, comforting, and life changing. Beth is a wonderful example of a Godly woman, mother, and wife. She has helped me put my "chaos" in order and proper perspective by putting many of my own thoughts and feelings into words. This book is very refreshing to read, and it has helped renew the joy of my salvation. It celebrates motherhood, which is the greatest privilege that God has blessed me with. Mothers, our children are only ours to borrow for a little while, so enjoy them while we can! Read Calm in My Chaos and be blessed!

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A delight to read :-)!, February 28, 2001

By	MyParenTime.com "myparentimesfamily" (USA) - See all my reviews

Being a mother, I can't help but relate to the many inspiring stories that are in the book, "Calm in My Chaos", by Elisabeth Corcoran. Each of the stories she has written, each thought, each dream and experience, has been captured and shared in a book for all to read.

Elisabeth touches upon moments in her life that made an impact - both profound and everlasting. She discusses many personal experiences, including the birth of her child and personal reflections. Included in each story are Christian prayers and bible passages, which lend additional support and encouragement to those of the Christian faith. Readers, especially mothers, will no doubtedly be able to relate to Elisabeth's words. In fact, she shares so many personal experiences that readers may find themselves thinking of her as a close friend. I myself have related a few of her stories to experiences and situations in my own life.

My ParenTime recommends "Calm in My Chaos" - it is very well written and beautifully expressed.