Embracing Rhythms of Work and Rest e-bog

In our frenzied culture, the possibility of living in balancedrhythmsof work and restoftenfeels elusive. This rings especially true for pastors andleaders who carry the weight of nonstop responsibility. Most know they need rest but might be surprised to find within themselves a deep resistance to letting goand resting in God one day a week,let alone for longer seasons of sabbatical. The journey to ameaningfulsabbath practice is slow and gradual, and it is a journeywe need to take in community. Sharing her own story of practicing sabbath for the past twenty years, Ruth Haley Barton offers hard-won wisdom regarding the rhythms of sabbath, exploring both weekly sabbath keeping as well as extended periods of sabbatical time. Embracing Rhythms of Work and Restgrounds us inGod's intentionsin giving us the gift of sabbath, providing practical steps forembeddingsabbath rhythms in churches and organizations. Each chapter concludes with "e;What Your Soul Wants to Say to God,"e; an opportunity to reflect and engage God around your own journey with the material. Sabbath is more than a practice-it is a way of life ordered around God'sinvitation toregularrhythms of work, rest, and replenishment that will sustain us for the long haul of life inleadership. Includes a conversation guide for small groups and communities.