Book Description
The perfect complement to her popular book, Behold Your Life, these twenty-eight guided meditations are the ideal way to enter into the sacred space of memory. Each meditation gently leads us to recognize the traces of God's presence throughout our lives. Read by Sr. Macrina who is accompanied by composer Fr. Jose Tharakan, these comforting meditations combine carefully crafted reflections with original music composed specifically for each one. Used on a daily basis, these meditations form the basis of a twenty-eight day retreat. Or they can be selected by theme for occasional use in personal reflection or in small groups. Each one begins with a brief scripture verse and concludes with a heartfelt prayer. Just a few minutes in length, they include appropriate periods of musical background for personal reflection. As the many readers of Behold Your Life have discovered, reflecting on our life's memories can be a source of renewal and healing. These guided meditations provide yet another way to enhance that experience.

About the Author
Jose Tharakan, a Franciscan priest, was born and raised in Kerala, India. His many compositions include a four-cassette album of the Gospel of St. John, au inspiring instrumental composition entitled Anand, The joy of Celebration (available in the U.S.), and a Ballet on Water which was performed on national television in India. He currently ministers as a pastor, spiritual counselor, and teacher in Fort Smith, Arkansas.

FROM THE PUBLISHER

The perfect complement to her popular book, Behold Your Life, these twenty-eight guided meditations are the ideal way to enter into the sacred space of memory. Each meditation gently leads us to recognize the traces of God's presence throughout our lives. Read by Sr. Macrina who is accompanied by composer Fr. Jose Tharakan, these comforting meditations combine carefully crafted reflections with original music composed specifically for each one.
Used on a daily basis, these meditations form the basis of a twenty-eight day retreat. Or they can be selected by theme for occasional use in personal reflection or in small groups. Each one begins with a brief scripture verse and concludes with a heartfelt prayer. Just a few minutes in length, they include appropriate periods of musical background for personal reflection.
As the many readers of Behold Your Life have discovered, reflecting on our life's memories can be a source of renewal and healing. These guided meditations provide yet another way to enhance that experience.

Author Biography: Macrina Weiderkehr, OSB, is a Benedictine Sister at St. Scholastica Monastery in Fort Smith, Arkansas. She travels widely to offer retreats and conferences and is the author of the companion book to this resource, Behold Your Life: A Pilgrimage Through Your Memories as well as Gold in Your Memories (Ave Maria Press). She has also written A Tree Full of Angels, Seasons of Your Heart, and The Song of The Seed (all from HarperSanFrancisco).