Discernment: A Way Of Life 1st Edition

by Rosemary O'Toole CSJ (Editor) (Author)

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ISBN-13: 978-0968006146

ISBN-10: 0968006140

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Living our lives in harmony with God’s wisdom flows from the practice of deep contemplative listening that matures over time and with experience. This wise, little book, Discernment: A Way of Life is the fruit of practical experience and thirty some years of spiritual direction ministry. It brings us the seasoned wisdom of centuries, especially from John of the Cross and Thomas Merton. Building upon the understanding that discernment is a charism of the Holy Spirit, it calls for a psychological awareness that is willing to explore the root causes of our surface problems. Thus Discernment: A Way of Life speaks to the practical needs and discernment issues of people today. This contemplative process of discernment speaks of four dispositions that prepare your heart for ‘knowing’ God’s will for your life. These four - solitary prayer, desire for the truth, an openness to outcome and a willingness to wait in patience – awaken interior stirrings facilitating the emergence of a spiritual direction. Like good spiritual gardeners working the soil into readiness, one finds oneself now more awakened and ready to frame a clear and specific question asking God for an answer, for clarity, for direction in a specific decision. There is a helpful chapter that describes the seven confirming signs that help us know in faith that we are being led by the Spirit of God. Discernment, A Way of Life offers a trustworthy guide to spiritual seekers, directors and those in leadership ministries. The ultimate goal is that discernment becomes a way of life. It can become a permanent attitude of listening to the interior voice of Spirit. So freeing, so liberating, so joyous!

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Rosemary O’Toole, CSJ and spiritual directors from The Upper Room Home of Prayer in Ottawa, Canada are creating a library of these small books on various core spiritual teachings. This Future Full of Hope series of 15 small books is their 30th anniversary ‘pay it forward’ gift to the People of God. These books can be purchased for individual study and reflection or used in school, parish or home groups. Concise, yet comprehensive, these teachings can guide and inspire many on their spiritual journeys.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Discern Products; 1st edition (April 29, 2016)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 66 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0968006140
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0968006146
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 8.4 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 0.15 x 6.5 inches

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Ellen C

great guide to discernment for any kind of decision

Reviewed in the United States on July 23, 2020

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Excellent resource that's already been helpful and will be part of my permanent library. I've already ordered copies for two friends

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Rosanne Belpedio

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Reviewed in the United States on July 21, 2016

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Very comprehensive and forthright presentation of the discernment process.

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Sister Margaret Hartnett

THis is an excellent booklet, readable and full of wisdom and isnight ...

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 30, 2016

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THis is an excellent booklet, readable and full of wisdom and isnight forged by persnal experience. It is addressed to all readers who are serious aobut discerning in daily life.

Alcide DeGagne

Debunking Discernment

Reviewed in Canada on July 21, 2016

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This is an excellent spiritual discernment tool. It is easy to use and debunks the futility of praying "Lord tell me what you want me to do".

Michel Boivin

Five Stars

Reviewed in Canada on June 11, 2016

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Always great info from Rosemary

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