professor, Yale University; director, Program in Spirituality and Health Care, Yale University School of Nursing - Ann Ameling
"When our inner and outer worlds are in harmony, we find peace, joy, and healing. This book is a gift for mind, body, and spirit."
director, St. Louis Labyrinth Project - Robert Ferre
"This book is at once philosophical and practical, informational and instructional, traditional and contemporary ... a warehouse of treasures for labyrinth walkers of all experience levels."
From the Publisher
"Invaluable.... The breadth of topics and depth of presentation assures that [this] will be a
significant resource for seminary education and practical ministry for years to come."
Dwight H. Judy, PhD, professor emeritus of spiritual formation, Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary; author, A Quiet Pentecost: Inviting the Spirit into Congregational Life
"Timely, informative and inspirational … much needed in a world yearning for the creation and nurture of the fundamentally new that is also fundamentally better."
Lester Edwin J. Ruiz, MDiv, PhD, director, Accreditation and Institutional Evaluation, Association of Theological Schools
"Bold.... Offers most helpful guidelines for seasoned caregivers as well as a new generation of potential leaders who recognize the extraordinary gift of spirituality."
Cain Hope Felder, professor and editor, The Journal of Religious Thought, Howard University School of Divinity
"The book we have been waiting for to move the church forward in an uncertain age. An outstanding resource for congregational leaders. Every member in every pew needs this book."
Ralph B. Watkins, PhD, DMin, associate professor of evangelism and church growth, Columbia Theological Seminary
"A practical and necessary resource in theological education…. It models in content and format the richness, multidimensionality and flexibility characteristic of contemporary spiritual leadership."
Dr. Carmen Nanko-Fernández, associate professor of pastoral ministry and director, Ecumenical Doctor of Ministry, Catholic Theological Union
"When the nation, corporations and religious communities cry for creative and effective leadership with integrity, this timely book answers the challenge."
Hak Joon Lee, professor of theology and ethics, Fuller Theological Seminary
"An incredible cadre of leaders … provides insights and tools to help empower the next generation to shape our communities and shepherd our journeys."
Rev. David Emmanuel Goatley, PhD, executive director, Lott Carey Baptist Foreign Mission Society
"A treasure chest.… I felt blessed being in the company of leaders, being mentored all at once, at the flip of every page."
Rev. Prof. Neal D. Presa, PhD, moderator, 220th General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church (USA); pastor, Presbyterian Church, Middlesex, NJ; affiliate assistant professor for preaching and worship, New Brunswick Theological Seminary
"Persuasive [and] compelling…. Provides a contemporary leadership model that integrates emotional, physical and spiritual aspects of humanity, thereby offering future leaders the tools needed to pursue personal growth and realize self-fulfillment."
Yvonne Simons, executive director, the Anne Frank Center, USA
"Helps spiritual leaders … develop their leadership gifts in the crucible of caring, crisis, community and congregational environments. Your investment in walking through this book will bring gracious and generous returns as you identify and implement the lessons offered by gifted, wise and tested leaders."
Rev. Dr. Thomas R. De Vries, MDiv, DMin, general secretary, Reformed Church in America
"Should be on the shelf of every religious leader…. A great resource."
Manna: The Voice of Living Judaism
"Draws on a wealth of experience and provides a compendium of realistic scenarios…. A comprehensive resource for clergy, pastoral counselors and caregivers of all faiths."
Catholic Library World
"This highly recommended resource will provide clergy with a practical guide grounded in hard-earned experience [and] will also offer congregations a tool for self-assessment."
Congregational Libraries Today
"Practical…. Comprehensive and … well systematized…. I suggest it be compulsory on every minister’s bookshelf."
Insights
"A valuable and comprehensive resource for faith communities."
New York Disaster Interfaith Services Newsletter
"An important reference for all…. Will answer our new questions and help us respond appropriately."
Rabbinical Assembly Newsletter
"Comprehensive…. There is something for everyone amidst the abundance of information and suggestions."
Reflective Practice
"Well integrated…. Rich in practical advice…. Covers a lot of ground…. Highly recommend[ed]."
Traumatology
author, The Artist's Way and God Is No Laughing Matter - Julia Cameron
"Both elegant and open-hearted, both practical and mystical, this slender, lovely book walks us home to the heart."
author, Walking a Sacred Path: Rediscovering the Labyrinth as a Spiritual Tool; canon, Grace Cathedral in San Franci - Lauren Artress
"Labyrinths, labyrinths, labyrinths! They are popping up all over. If you are not sure what they are, or want to learn more after one intriguing labyrinth walk, this is a great place to start!"
Bishop, the Episcopal Diocese of Connecticut - James E. Curry
"Donna Schaper and Carole Ann Camp take one gently by the hand.... Makes the spirituality of the labyrinth readily accessible to novices and adds foundation and insight for those who are already practitioners of this way of prayer."