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The Centered Life

Awakened Called Set Free Nurtured

  • Christian Living
  • Publisher: Augsburg Fortress
  • Published: 2005

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Publisher's Description

Is there an alternative to a fragmented, frantic, meaningless life? Jack Fortin finds it in a life centered in God. Spiritual exercises, questions for reflection, and discussion in every chapter make this a timely and valuable resource for individuals and congregational study groups.


Endorsements (3)

“Hooray for Jack Fortin, who busts open the myth of a 'balanced' life. A better goal is a 'centered' life, one which is faithful to God, moment to moment, in everything we do — at work, at home, in our communities, and in our congregations. Full of engaging stories and practical suggestions, this little book can help show us the way.”

Kelly Fryer

“With this exposition of 'the centered life,' Jack Fortin contributes a theologically solid guide for the congregation that takes the ministry of the laity seriously. He translates the biblical doctrine of vocation into the language and experience of the lay person without diluting the gospel of grace or reducing the Christian life to simplistic 'how-to's.' The book is written in a lively, readable way, enriched by truly relevant illustrations and the judicious use of an impressive range of resources.”

Darrell L. Guder

“Through richly described stories and theological insight, Jack Fortin provides for us a compelling and accessible case for a centered life — a life not just of being in 'balance,' but a life that begins to see the profound richness of our faith in the concrete particulars of our work, home, congregation, and community.”

Michael J. Naughton

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