In a world which pushes us to move faster and work harder, carving out the space for a traditional quiet time every day can feel impossible, leaving people desperate to connect with God regularly but feeling as if they're failing.
Beloved is Where We Begin encourages us to build a sustainable rhythm of grace with 52 extended reflections and blessings for people to read and ponder through the week.
Using the liturgical year, the book gently guides the reader through the Christian seasons of Easter, Ordinary Time, Advent, Christmas and lent, encouraging them to tune into the rhythm - and hear the echo of God's voice calling us beloved whatever we are facing.
"In Beloved Is Where We Begin, Rachael crafts a clear pathway through mental and spiritual uncertainty, reminding us that divine love persists even when our capacity to feel it falters. This deeply personal journey through the liturgical year offers gentle, accessible wisdom for the overwhelmed and weary - you could call it a sanctuary in book form that beautifully demonstrates how our belovedness
Revd Dr Cris Rogers, author of Making Disciples (Lion Hudson, 2018)
"In our worrying world and busy lives, faced by constant challenges of work, money, health, relationships, confidence and responsibility, how difficult it is to hear that "still small voice of God" that we know brings calm and comfort. This intuitive, beautifully-written book offers gentle company along the bumpy road of day-to-day life, reminding us that God never lets us stray from the palm of H
Pam Rhodes, English television, radio presenter and author
"This gentle, accessible devotional speaks love and truth in every breath. I felt encouraged, nurtured and loved as I read its words. Far from a superficial read, however, I was equally challenged by insights which exposed where my thoughts and feelings had diverted from God's best. I recommend Beloved for all!"
