Praying with women of the Bible

Spiritual & inspiring, this powerful collection by Bridget Mary Meehan acknowledges the influence that women have had throughout history &, more specifically, throughout the pages of the Bible. The cross section of women depicted - women from both Hebrew & Christian Scriptures - stand forth as prophets, visionaries, activists, saints, martyrs, & heroines. Radiant reflections of the feminine face of God, their lives epitomize courage, compassion, & understanding in the face of hostility & discrimination. Each chapter focuses on a particular biblical woman & includes a short biography, a reflection, discussion questions, & a prayer experience. Praying With Women of the Bible helps us realize that the stories of the women of the Bible are our stories & that their lives are a rich source of inspiration & renewal in our commitment to work for justice, peace, & equality in our world.… (more)