Spirituality in the Mother Zone
Staying Centered, Finding God
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If you hunger for a deeper, more passionate spiritual life but don't find sustenance in most religious institutions, you are not alone. If you sometimes wrestle with loneliness, exhaustion, guilt, and anger, this book will help you embrace both motherhood and full personhood; it will help you bring your whole self to God. A mix of personal stories, theological reflection, and practical wisdom, Spirituality in the Mother Zone offers both comfort and courage. A professor and mother "in the trenches," Trudelle Thomas articulates the problems faced by mothers today in fresh language, and points to new paths for women and their faith communities.If you're a stressed out mom or know someone who is, this book is an invaluable resource! It helps women identify the need to take care of themselves--so they can be healthy and whole parents and people. Topics covered include
* adding delight to your life
* spiritual discernment and motherhood
* counter-cultural parenting
* the value of intergenerational friendships
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