At a time when loneliness and isolation have reached unprecedented
levels, it has never been more important for Christians to embrace
the practice of hospitality. For many, it is a lost art - a
practice we have forgotten, neglected or distorted beyond all
recognition. Amid material comforts and rife individualism,
practising hospitality can often hold unrealistic expectations and
insurmountable pressure. But what if the practice of hospitality
was simpler and yet more profound than we imagined? From the simple
act of preparing vegetables to the warm welcome of a stranger,
co-authors Miranda Harris and her daughter Jo Swinney re-define
hospitality for the modern age. Drawing on biblical insights and a
deep well of experience - most significantly within the community
in the A Rocha family - this is a warm invitation to embrace the
loving kindness of others. To be hospitable doesn't require
culinary excellence or matching cutlery - it doesn't even require a
home of one's own; true hospitality offers a welcome into
imperfection and messiness, a place to belong and be embraced.
Following the progression of a meal, from its planning to the
moment every guest has departed, A PLACE AT THE TABLE is a
heart-warming invitation into a life of thoughtful food
preparation, shared meals and meaningful conversation.
General
Imprint: |
Hodder & Stoughton
|
Country of origin: |
United Kingdom |
Release date: |
September 2023 |
First published: |
2022 |
Authors: |
Jo Swinney
• Miranda Harris
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Dimensions: |
198 x 129mm (L x W) |
Format: |
Paperback
|
Pages: |
224 |
ISBN-13: |
978-1-5293-9206-7 |
Categories: |
Books
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LSN: |
1-5293-9206-3 |
Barcode: |
9781529392067 |
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