Writing to God (PDF)

"e;Hackenberg's words have a heartbeat---sometimes they are beautiful and otherworldly; other time they are simple and earthy. When I read her prayers, I'm sure I have just prayed. But she wants me to take up my pen and pray. With a prayer, a Scripture passage, and a task, she gives me a personal invitation and permission to enter the incarnational practice of writing my words to God."e; - Sybil MacBeth, author of Praying in Color: Drawing a New Path to God"e;For some, speaking to God comes naturally---for others, speaking to God feels awkward, especially when we can't find the words or begin to stumble in mid-sentence. Hackenberg offers an alternative way. Writing to God is an expression of deep humility---it seems to say, "e;If I can write to God, so can you."e; - Donald capps, Professor of Pastoral Theology (Emeritus), Princeton Theological Seminary"e;Inspiration can come at any time or place, awakening the artist, writer, and creator in all of us just by picking up a pen and letting the words flow. Living with this book will make each day a holy adventure."e; - Bruce Epperly, author of Holy Adventure: 41 Days of Audacious LivingDesigned for use during any 40-day period, Writing to God relieves you of the self-conciousness of trying to pray "e;the right way."e; Ideal for Lent, this innovative new addition to the "e;Active Prayer Series"e; includesa a special section of prayers and prompts for Holy Week and Easter, for anyone using the book during Lent to deepen a life with God.