Through the prayers and poems in Vessels of Love, Joyce Rupp addresses a variety of topics related to the last decades of life. The book includes topics related to the acceptance of physical changes, lessening of energy, loss of peers due to death, a growing serenity, expanding gratitude, the joy of grandparenting, self-compassion, reasons for lamenting and for rejoicing.
Physical pain, surgery, depression, relationships, cancer, aging struggles, issues— these prayers and more contained in this small booklet.
Meditative, uplifting reflections—grown out of the seasons, the Church’s liturgical life, and the small moments that adorn our days—that escort us through the year. With each reflection, we shift beyond the immediate moment to see the timeless truths within, including choosing to hold on to hope, trusting how God speaks to us and how we experience the Divine, and recognizing that there is always something for which to be grateful.
“Living compassionately is rarely convenient and often downright challenging,” writes Joyce Rupp, bestselling and award-winning author and retreat leader. The definitive Christian guide to compassion, Boundless Compassion is the culmination of Rupp's research and work as codirector of the Servite Center of Compassionate Presence.
You will learn to develop compassion as never before. You will discover compassion from science, medicine, theology, spirituality, sociology, and psychology. You will be encouraged to explore personal and professional expressions of compassion, and to re-energize your ability to offer loving kindness to those around you.
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“Whoever you are, wherever you are, may you find inner harmony and a desire to be a loving presence in our world.”
—Joyce
Joyce Rupp is well known for her work as a writer, international retreat leader, and conference speaker. She is the author of numerous bestselling books, including Praying Our Goodbyes, Open the Door, and Fragments of Your Ancient Name. Fly While You Still Have Wings is among her publications earning an award in the spirituality books category from the Catholic Press Association.
“Joyce Rupp is one of the best Christian spiritual guides writing today.”
—Rev. James Martin
