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How to Live and How to Be

Written by: Judith Valente, Paul Quenon OCSO, Martin E. Marty - afterword, Kathleen Norris - foreword, Joan Chittister OSB - foreword
Narrated by: Pam Ward
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How to Live: What the Rule of St. Benedict Teaches Us About Happiness, Meaning, and Community

In How to Live, Judith Valente explores the key elements of the rule and clearly demonstrates how incorporating this ancient wisdom can change the quality and texture of our lives offering a way forward from the divisions gripping our country. These fresh and profound explorations are inspiring and thoughtful and will motivate listeners to live a meaningful life.

How to Be: A Monk and a Journalist Reflect on Living & Dying, Purpose & Prayer, Forgiveness & Friendship

How to Be offers a window into two people living their lives on purpose (or not) and struggling to come to terms with the big issues everyone faces: faith, mortality, mystery, prayer, work. It is a book that provides insight and inspiration for those walking the spiritual path - particularly for those interested in the contemplative path.

©2018 Judith Valente "How To Live"; copyright 2021 by Judith Valente and Paul Quenon "How to Be" (P)2022 Tantor

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