Brother John A Monk, a Pilgrim and the Purpose of Life [Hardcover]

Through a magical encounter between the author and a Trappist monk,Brother Johnbecomes our guide to the redemptive power of an authentically purposeful life.

Recipient of the prestigious Templeton Prize,Brother Johnis the true story of a meaningful encounter between a man going through a mid-life crisis, and an umbrella-wielding Trappist monk. This magical encounter on Christmas Eve eventually leads the author, and us all, to the redemptive power of an authentically purposeful life. Uplifting, deeply moving,Brother Johnis dramatically brought to life by over twenty full color paintings by Glenn Harrington, a multiple award-winning artist.Brother John's moving story takes place at Christmastime, and its inspirational message and rich illustrations are sure to bring the reader back again and again throughout the year.

Just beautiful. As humble and subtle as the brothers but staggering in southern color and beauty and geometry and light. What a treasure. -Mark Harrington,NewsdayJournalist/Reporter

A gorgeous Christmas present or special occasion book, Brother John is unique and joyful in its message. -Zippy Sandler,Champagne Living

Brother Johnby August Turak is a captivating story that calls each of us to reflect on our own lives. Turak does an incredible job of pulling you into life at the monastery. As with any life of great compassion, we fear that we are incapable of living such nobility, but Turak gives us a compelling reason to try. He asserts that if we allow ourselves to pursue the 'everyday noble' in the same way as Brother John, we will experience the miraculous, and a release of fear that our life is not big enough. I found myself filled with hope after readingBrother John, reminded that growth lays before us, on the other side of fear! -Sarah Heath, author,What's Your Story? Seeing Your Life Through God's Eyes-Brother Johncombilã%