This story you have to read. It's style is conversational, much in the way of Ann Lamott or Donald Miller. However, the horror of this story is at times overwhelming and yet encouraging. Renee' Altson, the author, tells her story of being raped by her "christian" father, abandoned by her mom (who eventually killed herself) and rejected by so many churches and other "christian" institutions. I am anxious to talk about this book, which I will be doing tomorrow night at our high school meeting. This story has taught me much about how to respond to those who have serious hurt in their life...what is it that people really need? Not my pithy, christian bumper-sticker answers for sure. Just read it. It's good stuff, plus it's a quick, short read. More info on Renee Altson
Monday, November 29, 2004
new book and many thoughts
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That book looks quite good.
ReplyDeleteI really enjoyed the 45 seconds of it I got Sunday night.
Next time I get to Waterford, I think I will stop by the Christian book store and try to find it.
Hope you have a great holidays.
Keep in touch.
Mike
IM: Brassedge
PS: If you want to book a Friday or Saturday night open mic night style gig, The Varsity Lineup is down.
How do you get the time to read so many books!? What do I do with my time that I cannot read hardly at all anymore! :) Miss you dude, hope all is well. We want to plan a visit from the Tundra to see you next summer or something... we have a new website (see above). I am trying to be just like you, man.
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