Synopses & Reviews
First released in 1995, this spiritual classic continues to be a best-seller, as thousands each year accept Marjorie Thompson's invitation to the Christian spiritual life. Offering a framework for understanding the spiritual disciplines and instruction for developing and nurturing those practices, Soul Feast continues to be a favorite for individual reflection and group study. Many new additions, including a new chapter on keeping the Sabbath, make this newly revised edition of Soul Feast a must-have.
About the Author
Marjorie J. Thompson is author of Forgiveness: A Lenten Study. A Presbyterian pastor, she spent thirteen years as Director of Congregational Spirituality with Upper Room Ministries. She currently does freelance work in retreat leadership, teaching, and writing.
Table of Contents
1. Hunger and Thirst for the Spirit: The Spiritual Yearning of Our Time
2. Chewing the Bread of the Word: The Nature and Practice of Spiritual Reading
3. Communication and Communion with God: Approaches to Prayer
4. Gathered in the Spirit: Our Common Worship
5. Reclaiming Sabbath Time: The Sacred Art of Ceasing
6. The Practice of Self-Emptying: Rediscovering the Fast
7. Of Conscience and Consciousness: Self-Examination, Confession, and Awareness
8. Companions on the Journey: The Gift of Spiritual Direction
9. Entertaining Angels Unawares: The Spirit of Hospitality
10. Putting It All Together: Developing a Rule of Life
11. Group Study Guide