Home > Culture > Blessings of the Poor: 48 stories of faith, hope and joy

Blessings of the Poor: 48 stories of faith, hope and joy

in Culture 15/01/2008 676 Views

Strand Publishing, Sydney 2007

RRP: $14.95.

Paul O’Rourke has compiled this collection of stories of the work of Compassion.  The stories, contributed by 29 writers, will inspire, challenge, change your mind and re-order your priorities.

Those who support the work of Compassion in releasing children from poverty will know the names of many of the writers and will enjoy the stories they tell of their visits to projects amongst the poor.

If your congregation supports this work, the stories could provide material for use with children in church.

 

Blessings of the Poor: 48 Stories of Faith, Hope and Joy can be ordered via www.compassion.com.au. Priced at $14.95. All royalties are being donated to the work of Compassion Australia.

 

Reviewed by Bob Warrick, retired minister and valuable member of the Journey team.

Journey is published for the Queensland Synod of the Uniting Church in Australia. Opinions expressed in Journey do not necessarily reflect those of the editor or the policies of the Uniting Church. Acceptance of advertising does not imply endorsement; inclusion of advertising material is at the discretion of the publisher.