A Bowl of Perfect Light - Print

A Bowl of Perfect Light: Stories of Forgiveness, Reconciliation and Repairing the World

By Megan McKenna

A transformative collection of stories and practices on forgiveness, reconciliation, and healing that guide us toward repairing our lives and the world.

Benefits

This book:

• Offers practical guidance on forgiveness and reconciliation through diverse cultural stories.
• Draws on spiritual wisdom from the Gospels, Jewish midrash, Native American traditions, and more.
• Provides tools for healing from trauma and finding peace in broken relationships.
• Encourages participation in restorative justice and “repairing the world.”
• Includes reflective practices and questions for personal journaling or group discussions.
• Is written by renowned theologian and storyteller Megan McKenna, with deep spiritual insights.
• Inspires hope and action for individuals facing uncertainty, anxiety, or relational challenges.

Features

• Includes stories and teachings from a wide range of spiritual and cultural traditions.
• Each chapter includes practical exercises and questions for reflection or group study.
• Explores the intersection of justice, healing, and forgiveness in the face of trauma.
• Endorsed by prominent figures like James Martin, SJ, and Claudette Laverdiere, MM.

Soft cover 272pp
1.5cm H x 21.0cm L x 13.9cm W (0.32 kgs)
ISBN 9781626985896
Orbis Books (2024)

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Description

In A Bowl of Perfect Light, Megan McKenna draws from an extraordinary well of wisdom, weaving together stories from the Gospels, Jewish midrash, Hassidic tales, and Native American traditions.

This inspiring and insightful book offers readers profound reflections on the themes of forgiveness, reconciliation, and healing from trauma, all while grounding these concepts in tangible practices for personal and communal transformation.

In the face of an uncertain and often overwhelming world, McKenna invites us to participate in "repairing the world" – a Jewish concept known as tikkun olam. Through stories that cross cultures and centuries, she highlights the ways in which forgiveness and restorative justice are at the heart of healing.

Each chapter not only provides stories and reflections but also practical steps and questions for journaling or group discussions, making this book a valuable resource for individuals or small groups seeking spiritual growth.

Endorsements from influential Christian figures like James Martin, SJ, emphasize the book’s power to challenge and inspire readers to approach the struggles of life with renewed faith.

A Bowl of Perfect Light is for anyone searching for healing, hope, and guidance in the sacred practices of forgiveness and reconciliation, as we all work to bind ourselves together in peace and justice as children of God.