From the beloved author of Horses Speak of God comes a warm and inspiring guide to the life lessons we can learn from horses
Laurie Brock, Episcopal priest, messy Christian, and horse lover, shares the experiences of love, grief, humility, joy, and deep wisdom that she discovers day to day with horses. From barely-there trails in the Grand Tetons to muddy fields in the Kentucky Bluegrass, God is revealed in the simple ways of these magnificent creatures. For anyone feeling doubtful, distracted, or anxious in these challenging times, Laurie brings us back to center, reminding us to breathe, get back on the saddle, and move beyond the familiar into the freedom of something new.God, Grace, and Horses
Paperback
|English
|1640606076
|
9781640606074
God, Grace, and Horses
Paperback
|English
|1640606076
|
9781640606074
Overview
ISBN: 1640606076
ISBN13: 9781640606074
Author: Laurie M. Brock
Publisher: Paraclete Press
Format: Paperback
PublicationDate: 2022-01-11
Language: English
PageCount: 224
Dimensions: 5.5 x 0.75 x 8.25
inches
Weight:
8.96 ounces
Description
From the beloved author of Horses Speak of God comes a warm and inspiring guide to the life lessons we can learn from horses
Laurie Brock, Episcopal priest, messy Christian, and horse lover, shares the experiences of love, grief, humility, joy, and deep wisdom that she discovers day to day with horses. From barely-there trails in the Grand Tetons to muddy fields in the Kentucky Bluegrass, God is revealed in the simple ways of these magnificent creatures. For anyone feeling doubtful, distracted, or anxious in these challenging times, Laurie brings us back to center, reminding us to breathe, get back on the saddle, and move beyond the familiar into the freedom of something new.Editorial Reviews
"In these essays, Laurie Brock takes bold and imaginative steps on a holy trail. Even if you are not a horse person you will find plenty to love in God, Grace, and Horses. In the tradition of Anne Lamott, Brock explores the barn, the arena, and the trail with quirky humor and earthy insights about the relationship between creature and Creator." --Amy Frykholm, author of Wild Woman: A Footnote, the Desert, and My Quest for an Elusive Saint
"To read this book is to experience centering prayer, an invitation into the holy relationship between humans and horses, between chance and change. Laurie Brock invites us to examine our intimate, embodied connection with other species who share this Earth with us." -- Mallory McDuff, author, Our Last Best Act: Planning for the End of Our Lives to Protect the People and Places We Love "God, Grace and Horses is exactly the balm we need in these uncertain times. Brock lyrically and intelligently reminds me of the importance of my faith, and of how animals can help center that. 'Horses take me on the holy trails where God walks with us, ' she writes. So does this lovely book." -- Silas House, author of Southernmost "The horses she rides are angels and the insights she receives while astride them are blessings from God. For Laurie Brock, Episcopal Priest and equestrian, all creation declares the glory of God, but it is through horses that she has learned some of the most ordinary and therefore profound truths about life. Whether it is Maverick taking his own path through the brush in the driving rain or Brock's Aunt Tote (the person, not a horse) who drove across the United States without ever putting the car in anything but Drive or Park ("Aunt Tote could drive--just not in reverse") Brock offers reflections on how God is present with us on every trail ride and journey with great wit, humor, and warmth. Horses are exotic to most Americans now, most of us do not have the opportunity to ride on a regular basis, as Mother Laurie does, yet what she is teaching us is how to reflect upon our own lives, rides, and trails. While we gain immensely from her insights and wisdom, Brock gently encourages us to examine our own life, to listen for the voice of God in nature and our friends, and to experience the grace and presence of God." -- Christian M.M. Brady, author of Beautiful and Terrible Things: A Christian Struggle with Suffering, Grief, and HopeAbout the Author
Laurie M. Brock is an Episcopal priest and attorney with roots in Alabama and Mississippi. Upon moving to Kentucky over a decade ago, she realized she needed a hobby. A call to a riding lesson barn later, she found a passion and life in horses. Horses teach her about God and provide endless opportunities for laughter and learning. Laurie also serves as a crisis chaplain, retreat leader and speaker (especially when she can work with horses), and is the author of
Horses Speak of God.
A former attorney, Laurie M. Brock is an Episcopal priest serving St. Michael the Archangel in Lexington, Kentucky. She also volunteers as a crisis chaplain with the Lexington Police Department. She blogs at revlauriebrock.com, is a contributor to Lenten and Easter devotions for Forward Movement, co-authored Where God Hides Holiness in 2012, and is a frequent retreat leader for ecumenical and interfaith gatherings about sacred brokenness, sharing the Gospel through social media, and the balance between thinking our faith and feeling our faith.
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Overview
From the beloved author of Horses Speak of God comes a warm and inspiring guide to the life lessons we can learn from horses
Laurie Brock, Episcopal priest, messy Christian, and horse lover, shares the experiences of love, grief, humility, joy, and deep wisdom that she discovers day to day with horses. From barely-there trails in the Grand Tetons to muddy fields in the Kentucky Bluegrass, God is revealed in the simple ways of these magnificent creatures. For anyone feeling doubtful, distracted, or anxious in these challenging times, Laurie brings us back to center, reminding us to breathe, get back on the saddle, and move beyond the familiar into the freedom of something new.ISBN: 1640606076
ISBN13: 9781640606074
Author: Laurie M. Brock
Publisher: Paraclete Press
Format: Paperback
PublicationDate: 2022-01-11
Language: English
PageCount: 224
Dimensions: 5.5 x 0.75 x 8.25
inches
Weight:
8.96 ounces
Description
From the beloved author of Horses Speak of God comes a warm and inspiring guide to the life lessons we can learn from horses
Laurie Brock, Episcopal priest, messy Christian, and horse lover, shares the experiences of love, grief, humility, joy, and deep wisdom that she discovers day to day with horses. From barely-there trails in the Grand Tetons to muddy fields in the Kentucky Bluegrass, God is revealed in the simple ways of these magnificent creatures. For anyone feeling doubtful, distracted, or anxious in these challenging times, Laurie brings us back to center, reminding us to breathe, get back on the saddle, and move beyond the familiar into the freedom of something new.Editorial Reviews
"In these essays, Laurie Brock takes bold and imaginative steps on a holy trail. Even if you are not a horse person you will find plenty to love in God, Grace, and Horses. In the tradition of Anne Lamott, Brock explores the barn, the arena, and the trail with quirky humor and earthy insights about the relationship between creature and Creator." --Amy Frykholm, author of Wild Woman: A Footnote, the Desert, and My Quest for an Elusive Saint
"To read this book is to experience centering prayer, an invitation into the holy relationship between humans and horses, between chance and change. Laurie Brock invites us to examine our intimate, embodied connection with other species who share this Earth with us." -- Mallory McDuff, author, Our Last Best Act: Planning for the End of Our Lives to Protect the People and Places We Love "God, Grace and Horses is exactly the balm we need in these uncertain times. Brock lyrically and intelligently reminds me of the importance of my faith, and of how animals can help center that. 'Horses take me on the holy trails where God walks with us, ' she writes. So does this lovely book." -- Silas House, author of Southernmost "The horses she rides are angels and the insights she receives while astride them are blessings from God. For Laurie Brock, Episcopal Priest and equestrian, all creation declares the glory of God, but it is through horses that she has learned some of the most ordinary and therefore profound truths about life. Whether it is Maverick taking his own path through the brush in the driving rain or Brock's Aunt Tote (the person, not a horse) who drove across the United States without ever putting the car in anything but Drive or Park ("Aunt Tote could drive--just not in reverse") Brock offers reflections on how God is present with us on every trail ride and journey with great wit, humor, and warmth. Horses are exotic to most Americans now, most of us do not have the opportunity to ride on a regular basis, as Mother Laurie does, yet what she is teaching us is how to reflect upon our own lives, rides, and trails. While we gain immensely from her insights and wisdom, Brock gently encourages us to examine our own life, to listen for the voice of God in nature and our friends, and to experience the grace and presence of God." -- Christian M.M. Brady, author of Beautiful and Terrible Things: A Christian Struggle with Suffering, Grief, and HopeAbout the Author
Laurie M. Brock is an Episcopal priest and attorney with roots in Alabama and Mississippi. Upon moving to Kentucky over a decade ago, she realized she needed a hobby. A call to a riding lesson barn later, she found a passion and life in horses. Horses teach her about God and provide endless opportunities for laughter and learning. Laurie also serves as a crisis chaplain, retreat leader and speaker (especially when she can work with horses), and is the author of
Horses Speak of God.
A former attorney, Laurie M. Brock is an Episcopal priest serving St. Michael the Archangel in Lexington, Kentucky. She also volunteers as a crisis chaplain with the Lexington Police Department. She blogs at revlauriebrock.com, is a contributor to Lenten and Easter devotions for Forward Movement, co-authored Where God Hides Holiness in 2012, and is a frequent retreat leader for ecumenical and interfaith gatherings about sacred brokenness, sharing the Gospel through social media, and the balance between thinking our faith and feeling our faith.
Condition Guidelines
Books - New and Used
The following guidelines apply to books:
- New: A brand-new copy with cover and original protective wrapping intact. Books with markings of any kind on the cover or pages, books marked as "Bargain" or "Remainder," or with any other labels attached, may not be listed as New condition.
- Used - Good: All pages and cover are intact (including the dust cover, if applicable). Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May include "From the library of" labels. Shrink wrap, dust covers, or boxed set case may be missing. Item may be missing bundled media.
- Used - Acceptable: All pages and the cover are intact, but shrink wrap, dust covers, or boxed set case may be missing. Pages may include limited notes, highlighting, or minor water damage but the text is readable. Item may but the dust cover may be missing. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting, but the text cannot be obscured or unreadable.
Note: Some electronic material access codes are valid only for one user. For this reason, used books, including books listed in the Used – Like New condition, may not come with functional electronic material access codes.
Shipping & Delivery
Shipping Fees
- Stevens Books offers FREE SHIPPING everywhere in the United States for ALL non-book orders, and $3.99 for each book.
- Packages are shipped from Monday to Friday.
- No additional fees and charges.
Delivery Times
The usual time for processing an order is 24 hours (1 business day), but may vary depending on the availability of products ordered. This period excludes delivery times, which depend on your geographic location.
Estimated delivery times:
- Standard Shipping: 5-8 business days
- Expedited Shipping: 3-5 business days
Shipping method varies depending on what is being shipped.
Tracking
All orders are shipped with a tracking number. Once your order has left our warehouse, a confirmation e-mail with a tracking number will be sent to you. You will be able to track your package at all times.
Damaged Parcel
If your package has been delivered in a PO Box, please note that we are not responsible for any damage that may result (consequences of extreme temperatures, theft, etc.).
If you have any questions regarding shipping or want to know about the status of an order, please contact us or email to support@stevensbooks.com.
Returns & Refunds
You may return most items within 30 days of delivery for a full refund.
To be eligible for a return, your item must be unused and in the same condition that you received it. It must also be in the original packaging.
Several types of goods are exempt from being returned. Perishable goods such as food, flowers, newspapers or magazines cannot be returned. We also do not accept products that are intimate or sanitary goods, hazardous materials, or flammable liquids or gases.
Additional non-returnable items:
- Gift cards
- Downloadable software products
- Some health and personal care items
To complete your return, we require a tracking number, which shows the items which you already returned to us.
There are certain situations where only partial refunds are granted (if applicable)
- Book with obvious signs of use
- CD, DVD, VHS tape, software, video game, cassette tape, or vinyl record that has been opened
- Any item not in its original condition, is damaged or missing parts for reasons not due to our error
- Any item that is returned more than 30 days after delivery
Items returned to us as a result of our error will receive a full refund,some returns may be subject to a restocking fee of 7% of the total item price, please contact a customer care team member to see if your return is subject. Returns that arrived on time and were as described are subject to a restocking fee.
Items returned to us that were not the result of our error, including items returned to us due to an invalid or incomplete address, will be refunded the original item price less our standard restocking fees.
If the item is returned to us for any of the following reasons, a 15% restocking fee will be applied to your refund total and you will be asked to pay for return shipping:
- Item(s) no longer needed or wanted.
- Item(s) returned to us due to an invalid or incomplete address.
- Item(s) returned to us that were not a result of our error.
You should expect to receive your refund within four weeks of giving your package to the return shipper, however, in many cases you will receive a refund more quickly. This time period includes the transit time for us to receive your return from the shipper (5 to 10 business days), the time it takes us to process your return once we receive it (3 to 5 business days), and the time it takes your bank to process our refund request (5 to 10 business days).
If you need to return an item, please Contact Us with your order number and details about the product you would like to return. We will respond quickly with instructions for how to return items from your order.
Shipping Cost
We'll pay the return shipping costs if the return is a result of our error (you received an incorrect or defective item, etc.). In other cases, you will be responsible for paying for your own shipping costs for returning your item. Shipping costs are non-refundable. If you receive a refund, the cost of return shipping will be deducted from your refund.
Depending on where you live, the time it may take for your exchanged product to reach you, may vary.
If you are shipping an item over $75, you should consider using a trackable shipping service or purchasing shipping insurance. We don’t guarantee that we will receive your returned item.
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