Five Steps to Spiritual Growth: A Journey

by Peter M. Kalellis

Overview

Drawing from philosophical thought, scriptural sources, and writers of the early church, the author offers options and practical tools to mentor the reader in his or her spiritual journey.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781587683381
Publisher:	PaulistPress
Publication date:	10/10/2014
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
File size:	318 KB

About the Author

Peter M. Kalellis, who holds a doctorate in clinical psychology, has a private practice in NJ. A former Greek Orthodox priest, he has taught in the Graduate School of Psychology at Seton Hall University and is the author of several books on spirituality. He lives with his family in NJ.

Table of Contents

PROLOGUE

FOREWORD

STEP ONE: YOUR INNER JOURNEY

1. A New Beginning
2. Faith - The Anchor of Hope
3. God - The Author of Life

STEP TWO: YOUR SACRED SELF

4. Self - Knowledge
5. Self - Awareness
6. Self - Acceptance

STEP THREE: BODY, NOT THE TOTAL SELF

7. Soul - Your Immortal Self
8. The Voice of Your Soul
9. Caring for Your Soul
10. The Soul after Death

STEP FOUR: AUTHENTIC SPIRITUALITY

11. Spirituality
12. Purification
13. Letting Go
14. The Art of Fasting
15. The Art of Praying

STEP FIVE: THE ULTIMATE REALITY

16. Combating Resistances
17. Combating Resistances
18. Refining the Soul
19. Metanoia - Repentance
20. Confession - A Choice
21. Theosis - Deification

EPILOGUE

What People are Saying About This

Demetria DeLia

Spirituality and psychotherapy are interrelated essences of personal development. Hope, self-acceptance, serenity, forgiveness, and empathy for others are the goals of both disciplines. As a Christian counselor and psychotherapist, Dr. Kalellis is at the crossroads of these goals in Five Steps to Spiritual Growth, A Journey - a book I highly recommend.
—Ph.D. Dean of Curriculum, The New Jersey Center for Modern Psychoanalysis

Frank J. Esposito

Five Steps to Spiritual Growth: A Journey, is a practical and insightful guide to spiritual development. The wisdom of Dr. Kalellis transcends all religions.
—Ph. D, Distinguished Professor and Former President of Kean University, New Jersey

Editorial Reviews

Peter Kalellis....takes us through the winding roads of life and helps us find real answers to real problems. In a world that sorely needs a voice of reason and comfort, Five Steps to Spiritual Growth: A Journey, comes through loud and clear.
—TV News Anchor, CBS 2, New York

Ernie Anastos

Truly this book does enrich the ascent of each step with insights and valuable material that, put into practice, will bring peace of mind, direction in life, strength, and wisdom to anyone who chooses to accept the offering.

The Westfield Reader