Thomas N. Hart

This book enables the Christian helper to understand better his or her role, as well as to comprehend the objectives and limits of such a role. The author clearly shows the many ways in which we can serve others through listening to their stories. At the same time, the book demonstrates how this listening role is different from that of the psychological counselor.

Discusses how one can serve others by listening to their stories, and describes the objectives and limits of the role of a Christian listener.

An excellent follow-up to a weekend retreat. It gives you a 2-3 page reflection with a Bible quote and a small action item.

Teacher, counselor, and spiritual director Hart has written a thoughtful and contemporary book for the spiritual pilgrim. Not preachy, not new-agey, the book finds many intersections between traditional Roman Catholic theology and the modern search for meaning in today’s world. Brief chapters make the book easy to read and possibly well-suited to discussion groups.