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Seeds of Faith: Practices to Grow a Healthy Spiritual Life

Paperback |English |1557254397 | 9781557254399

Seeds of Faith: Practices to Grow a Healthy Spiritual Life

Paperback |English |1557254397 | 9781557254399
Overview

In every moment and event in our lives, God plants seeds which we may or may not notice in our paths. Our challenge is to prepare the soil of our lives to receive and nurture these seeds so that they may take root and help us grow closer to God.

By tapping into the spiritual practices revealed in scripture and throughout Christian tradition, we come to embrace what God the Gardener is doing in our lives and, in turn, to share God's grace with the world. The healthier our spiritual lives, the more abundant will be the fruits of our love, hope, joy, and kindness.

This book is for seekers of all ages and walks of life - college students, parents, professionals, the lapsed and the weary, as well as seasoned saints who wish to deepen their faith in small but meaningful ways, and it covers topics such as:

  • Why Believe? The Practice of Doubt
  • Awareness: The Practice of Seeking
  • Loneliness vs. Being Alone: The Practice of Solitude
  • Spiritual Exercise: The Practice of Practice
  • Touchstones of the Sacred: The Practice of Living Sacramentally
  • How, Then, Shall I Live? The Practice of Vocation
  • Happy Are They: The Practice of Celebration
  • When Did We See You Hungry? The Practice of Mercy
  • Following Christ: The Practice of Discipleship
ISBN: 1557254397
ISBN13: 9781557254399
Author: Jeremy Langford
Publisher: Paraclete Press
Format: Paperback
PublicationDate: 2008-03-01
Language: English
PageCount: 176
Dimensions: 5.13 x 0.5 x 6.5 inches
Weight: 4.96 ounces

In every moment and event in our lives, God plants seeds which we may or may not notice in our paths. Our challenge is to prepare the soil of our lives to receive and nurture these seeds so that they may take root and help us grow closer to God.

By tapping into the spiritual practices revealed in scripture and throughout Christian tradition, we come to embrace what God the Gardener is doing in our lives and, in turn, to share God's grace with the world. The healthier our spiritual lives, the more abundant will be the fruits of our love, hope, joy, and kindness.

This book is for seekers of all ages and walks of life - college students, parents, professionals, the lapsed and the weary, as well as seasoned saints who wish to deepen their faith in small but meaningful ways, and it covers topics such as:

  • Why Believe? The Practice of Doubt
  • Awareness: The Practice of Seeking
  • Loneliness vs. Being Alone: The Practice of Solitude
  • Spiritual Exercise: The Practice of Practice
  • Touchstones of the Sacred: The Practice of Living Sacramentally
  • How, Then, Shall I Live? The Practice of Vocation
  • Happy Are They: The Practice of Celebration
  • When Did We See You Hungry? The Practice of Mercy
  • Following Christ: The Practice of Discipleship
Editorial Reviews

"Seeds of Faith by Jeremy Langford covers an astonishing variety of spiritual practices, and does so in such a joy-filled and inviting way that we instantly feel at home. Buy this book." --Richard J. Foster, author of Celebration of Discipline and Life with God

"Jeremy Langford's multiple talents as a superb writer, a loving father, a dedicated worker, and an ardent believer, combine to make his new book perfect for anyone seeking to lead a faith-filled life in the real world. Through an artful use of the Christian tradition, insights from the spiritual masters, and compelling real-life examples, Langford shows seekers and believers alike how God can be found in all things, and how the ordinary events in our lives can be places of extraordinary grace." --James Martin, SJ, author of My Life with the Saints

"Langford, who in many ways has spoken for and to his own generation of Catholic believers, is now, in my view, speaking to all of us in this wide-ranging exploration of Iived faith and spiritual formation. He raises a battery of questions: Who am I? Why believe? What do I really want? Then he thoughtfully answers with a coherent, nuanced and authoritative treatment of the spiritual life, exploring meditation, prayer, solitude, friendship, thinking, spiritual direction, discipleship and more." -- America National Catholic Weekly

Jeremy Langford is a popular presenter and the author of God Moments: Why Faith Really Matters to a New Generation and The Spirit of Notre Dame: Legends, Traditions, and Inspiration from One of America's Most Beloved Universities. Jeremy is the director of communications for the Chicago Province of the Jesuits in the U.S. and lives in Evanston, IL, with his wife and their three children.

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Overview

In every moment and event in our lives, God plants seeds which we may or may not notice in our paths. Our challenge is to prepare the soil of our lives to receive and nurture these seeds so that they may take root and help us grow closer to God.

By tapping into the spiritual practices revealed in scripture and throughout Christian tradition, we come to embrace what God the Gardener is doing in our lives and, in turn, to share God's grace with the world. The healthier our spiritual lives, the more abundant will be the fruits of our love, hope, joy, and kindness.

This book is for seekers of all ages and walks of life - college students, parents, professionals, the lapsed and the weary, as well as seasoned saints who wish to deepen their faith in small but meaningful ways, and it covers topics such as:

  • Why Believe? The Practice of Doubt
  • Awareness: The Practice of Seeking
  • Loneliness vs. Being Alone: The Practice of Solitude
  • Spiritual Exercise: The Practice of Practice
  • Touchstones of the Sacred: The Practice of Living Sacramentally
  • How, Then, Shall I Live? The Practice of Vocation
  • Happy Are They: The Practice of Celebration
  • When Did We See You Hungry? The Practice of Mercy
  • Following Christ: The Practice of Discipleship
ISBN: 1557254397
ISBN13: 9781557254399
Author: Jeremy Langford
Publisher: Paraclete Press
Format: Paperback
PublicationDate: 2008-03-01
Language: English
PageCount: 176
Dimensions: 5.13 x 0.5 x 6.5 inches
Weight: 4.96 ounces

In every moment and event in our lives, God plants seeds which we may or may not notice in our paths. Our challenge is to prepare the soil of our lives to receive and nurture these seeds so that they may take root and help us grow closer to God.

By tapping into the spiritual practices revealed in scripture and throughout Christian tradition, we come to embrace what God the Gardener is doing in our lives and, in turn, to share God's grace with the world. The healthier our spiritual lives, the more abundant will be the fruits of our love, hope, joy, and kindness.

This book is for seekers of all ages and walks of life - college students, parents, professionals, the lapsed and the weary, as well as seasoned saints who wish to deepen their faith in small but meaningful ways, and it covers topics such as:

  • Why Believe? The Practice of Doubt
  • Awareness: The Practice of Seeking
  • Loneliness vs. Being Alone: The Practice of Solitude
  • Spiritual Exercise: The Practice of Practice
  • Touchstones of the Sacred: The Practice of Living Sacramentally
  • How, Then, Shall I Live? The Practice of Vocation
  • Happy Are They: The Practice of Celebration
  • When Did We See You Hungry? The Practice of Mercy
  • Following Christ: The Practice of Discipleship
Editorial Reviews

"Seeds of Faith by Jeremy Langford covers an astonishing variety of spiritual practices, and does so in such a joy-filled and inviting way that we instantly feel at home. Buy this book." --Richard J. Foster, author of Celebration of Discipline and Life with God

"Jeremy Langford's multiple talents as a superb writer, a loving father, a dedicated worker, and an ardent believer, combine to make his new book perfect for anyone seeking to lead a faith-filled life in the real world. Through an artful use of the Christian tradition, insights from the spiritual masters, and compelling real-life examples, Langford shows seekers and believers alike how God can be found in all things, and how the ordinary events in our lives can be places of extraordinary grace." --James Martin, SJ, author of My Life with the Saints

"Langford, who in many ways has spoken for and to his own generation of Catholic believers, is now, in my view, speaking to all of us in this wide-ranging exploration of Iived faith and spiritual formation. He raises a battery of questions: Who am I? Why believe? What do I really want? Then he thoughtfully answers with a coherent, nuanced and authoritative treatment of the spiritual life, exploring meditation, prayer, solitude, friendship, thinking, spiritual direction, discipleship and more." -- America National Catholic Weekly

Jeremy Langford is a popular presenter and the author of God Moments: Why Faith Really Matters to a New Generation and The Spirit of Notre Dame: Legends, Traditions, and Inspiration from One of America's Most Beloved Universities. Jeremy is the director of communications for the Chicago Province of the Jesuits in the U.S. and lives in Evanston, IL, with his wife and their three children.

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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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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