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Flirting With Monasticism: Finding God on Ancient Paths
Flirting With Monasticism Finding God on Ancient Paths Author:Karen E. Sloan This is the true story of Karen Sloan's breathlessly confusing and ultimately fulfilling year in the company of a Dominican novitiate. Flirting with Monasticism is a courtship of sorts: a young would-be pastor learning ancient prayers and practices from young would-be priests.As you enter into this story you'll gain a fresh appreciation for the ... more »many ways we pray, worship and serve, and a deeper understanding of our unfolding relationship with God and the people of God. This is a story of loving and letting go, of moving through novice dreams to a greater vision. Flirting with Monasticism gives us a new appreciation for how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ.
Market/Audience
Emergent church
Young adults
Features and Benefits
Narrative exploration of monasticism.
Appreciation and critique of Dominican spirituality from a young, emergent, Protestant minister.