Review

It has been suggested that this book be carried in stock by quite a few different people. It is an invaluable resource for all walks of life who provide care and service to others: health care workers, clergy, educators, social workers, volunteers, therapists, church staff members, missionaries -- anyone who has a strong sense of Christian calling or purpose in the care they provide for others. Some issues addressed are: Difficulties of staying focused on calling, How servanthood affects the soul, The hard work of spiritual life and how easily it is prone to neglect, Pursuing one’s vision while following God’s purpose, How to balance values of interdependence and individualism, Finding and renewing the power of spirituality, and the last chapter is devoted to practical suggestions to integrate spirituality into a life of service. Inspiration comes from scripture and from the writings of John Donne’s Divine Meditation.