The Wisdom of the Desert Fathers type_Akathists & Canons “All of our life is

“All of our life is a school

one more in keeping with the Gospel imperative to honor the physical body as a temple of the Holy Spirit

Many readers will be surprised to learn that it is not at all necessary

the guide includes several longer psalms

They will equally benefit all who suffer physical or spiritual pain

The Wisdom of the Desert Fathers type_Akathists & Canons “All of our life isIn this collection of Sayings, translated by Sister Benedicta Ward SLG, arranged under subject headings, the monks and nuns of fourth century Egypt show us that the spirituality of the desert is for everyone. Their teaching speaks to any who follow the way of Christ; it is concerned more with action and behaviour than with mystical experience, with compassion, forbearance, self knowledge and facing inner conflict. Softcover, 67 pp.