At the Corner of East and Now: A Modern Life in Ancient Christian Orthodoxy -NEW

Description: At the Corner of East and Now: A Modern Life in Ancient Christian Orthodoxy by Frederica Mathewes-Green (Author) -Paperback -NEW The acclaimed author takes us through a typical Divine Liturgy in her little parish of Holy Cross Orthodox Christian church in Baltimore, setting of her well-loved book Facing East; Interspersed with reflections on the liturgy and the Orthodox faith are accounts of adventures around the country. In all the places she visits and all the people she meets, Frederica Mathewes-Green finds insights about faith, American life, and what it means to be human, and she shares these insights with the wit, pathos, and folksy friendliness that have made her one of the most beloved spiritual writers in America. The author, Frederica Mathewes-Green: is an Orthodox Christian convert and wife of a priest. She holds a theology degree, has written 10 books, authored countless discourses for the likes of NPR, Christianity Today, and Ancient Faith Ministries as well as other media outlets. She is a frequent flier because of her popularity as a speaker. I find these facts to be intimidating. However, her style and books have been the most welcoming and helpful I have found on my own recent journey to Orthodoxy. She comes across as warm and approachable. This book is anecdotal and includes stories of the people she has met on her travels as well as of her own family and fellow congregants interspersed with reflections of what it is to be Orthodox. This is not a textbook or the first book one should read for an explanation of the traditions of the Orthodox church. It is a pleasant discourse, not a heavy tome of the early church fathers. It is perfect for where I am now, Orthodox for a few years but still wet behind the ears and in need of some comfort food. I can relate to many of the people whom she is telling me about because I have met their counterparts. There are moments when the storyteller in her voice steps aside for the teacher. I had to hit rewind numerous times in order to better absorb what she was explaining to me, for example the cutting of prosphora. My problem with audio books is that I have not found a satisfactory way to underline, highlight and write in the margins. To me this book deserves all of those things, but if I had held a paper book, or downloaded a kindle version I would have missed her voice which was as comforting as the lasagna she talks about in the final chapter. Product details: Paperback: 270 pages Publisher: Ancient Faith Publishing Language: English ISBN-13: 978-1888212341 Package Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.5 x 0.6 inches Shipping Weight: 9.1 ounces ----------------------------------------- Shipping: Dear Buyers, PLEASE BE PATIENT for your packages to be shipped and to arrive! We have upto 10 business days for our 100% volunteer staff, working hard, as fast as they can to fulfil your order along with ALL the other orders in the order that they were received. If you need your purchase EXPEDITED, please make sure to purchase "PRIORITY MAIL" postage in your purchase and message us to expedited. Only PURCHASED "Priority Mail" postage can be expedited and rushed!Keep in mind: Any mailing delays are due to USPS (or other mail carrier) and that WE have NO control over the mail: the shipping, and the scanning of the packages. We will be happy to help you sort out any issues but are NOT responsible for these issues out of our control! Please remember: Any and all "Import taxes & duties" are the buyer's responsibility! Thank You for your understanding and patience. -Free Local Pickup in DFW area! ----------------------------------------- Instead of clicking "buy it now", -Click "Add to cart" to combine your purchases and shipments! Please see our other items for sale: www.ebay.com/str/stsch-orthodox-bookstore ----------------------------------------------------------- We're building a new church! If you would like to help, please donate to:Saints Constantine & Helen Antiochian Orthodox Christian Church

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