A Grateful Heart: 365 Ways to Give Thanks at Mealtime
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| Rating | : | 4.94 (766 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1573245372 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 280 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-01-02 |
| Language | : | English |
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Inspirations that go beyond mealtime blessings A Customer This diverse collection of beautiful prayers and blessings contains themes which are relevant to whatever gathering I'm a part of. I have used the blessings to begin meetings, as part of a presentation, at family mealtime and for my personal inspriation. I have bought my own copy and have given two other copies as gifts. The language of each blessing speaks very powerfully.. D D Walters said Four Stars. Excellent book. MKF said A gem of blessings and prayers suitable for many occasions!. I received this book as a gift in 1996 and have used it on many occasions. The last time I read from this at a small dinner party, everyone wanted to know the name of the book and where I got it. That in itself is a testimonial. Most interesting was that all agreed that the three separate blessings I chose (before dinner, after dinner, and wishes for the new year "A gem of blessings and prayers suitable for many occasions!" according to MKF. I received this book as a gift in 1996 and have used it on many occasions. The last time I read from this at a small dinner party, everyone wanted to know the name of the book and where I got it. That in itself is a testimonial. Most interesting was that all agreed that the three separate blessings I chose (before dinner, after dinner, and wishes for the new year 2008) were appropriate. Enough said!. 008) were appropriate. Enough said!
To aid readers in selecting a grace appropriate to the occasion, there is a topical index as well as divisions marked by seasons of the year. From Library Journal In today's chaotic world, the common experience of sharing the evening meal can restore a sense of community and humanity to society. More important, the blessing of the meal fosters in us a sense of gratitude for the gifts we have been given. . For general collections.Copyright 1994 Reed Business Information, Inc. This collection of 365 "blessing
A Grateful Heart emphasizes the universal spirit from a variety of traditions, including blessings by St. Augustine, Martin Luther King, Jr., Mother Theresa, Helen Keller, Walt Whitman, May Sarton, Thich Nhat Hanh, and the Beatles, among others, and from such diverse sources as the Tao Te Ching, the Bible, and Native American prayers.. Drawing from a wide range of religious and cultural practices, these 365 blessings celebrate friendship, love, peace, reconciliation, the body, nature, joy, and appreciation of the moment. This collection of beautiful blessings, contemplations, and prayers offers grace and gratitude for everyday mealtime, holidays, and parties
M. She lives with her family in the San Francisco Bay Area. J. Ryan is an inspirational speaker and human development expert, and the author of several bestselling books, including Attitudes of Gratitude and This Year I Will: How to Finally Change a Habit, Keep a Resolution, or Make a Dream Come True. Visit her online at mj-ryan