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Contemplate, give thanks, and rehearse gratitude for abundant blessings with this elegant keepsake volume of stories, poems, prayers, and art from beloved writers and artists through the centuries. My Heart Overflows beautifully presents this artistically designed gift book, weaving together some of the most cherished literature, scriptures, poems, and songs celebrating the season of Thanksgiving. With its diverse repertoire of classical and contemporary voices -- from the immortal words of Hopkins, Chesterton, Dickinson, and Alcott, to the more recent contributions of Mother Teresa, Angelou, and Sandburg -- this inspiring compilation of beloved works of art and texts appeals to every generation. Artistic expression, in both word and image, gives an authentic, vulnerable glimpse into the human experience, and infuses gratitude and thanksgiving for the Creator. Featuring stunning works by artists throughout the centuries, this collection enhances the text and provides for meditative reflection. Artists represented include Giotto, Monet, Matisse and Homer, along with lesser-known artists from around the world. The anthology contains three sections, each with its own poignant and profound reflections on the practice of gratitude. Gratitude for the Little Blessings: the beauty of life's simple joys and everyday miracles Gratitude for the Saints Among Us: gratitude for ""the gardeners who make our souls blossom"" Giving Thanks to God: prayers and meditations expressing gratitude for the abundant blessings bestowed upon us by the Creator. This timeless collection of cherished writings and inspired art kindles the heart with GRATITUDE and draws the soul towards LOVE.

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"""Our gratitude practices sputter and die in want of fuel and fresh oxygen to sustain us for the counter-cultural practice of giving thanks. In My Heart Overflows, Paraclete Press has compiled a treasury of historical readings and a wealth of lyrical words to inspire worship and wonder, inviting readers to offer thanks to the ""Giver of rain and green lettuce,"" the Maker of ""dappled things."" And the heart overflows."" --Michele Morin, speaker, writer, Living our Days blogger ""Gratitude plays an essential role in our conversion to the way of Jesus; it helps us see the wonder and superabundance of God's new creation that is gradually emerging in us and around us. I am grateful for this elegant collection of poems and prayers that gently nudge us deeper into the life of gratitude."" - C. Christopher Smith, Senior Editor of The Englewood Review of Books and author of How the Body of Christ Talks: Recovering the Practice of Conversation in the Church"

"""Our gratitude practices sputter and die in want of fuel and fresh oxygen to sustain us for the counter-cultural practice of giving thanks. In My Heart Overflows, Paraclete Press has compiled a treasury of historical readings and a wealth of lyrical words to inspire worship and wonder, inviting readers to offer thanks to the ""Giver of rain and green lettuce,"" the Maker of ""dappled things."" And the heart overflows."" --Michele Morin, speaker, writer, Living our Days ""Gratitude plays an essential role in our conversion to the way of Jesus; it helps us see the wonder and superabundance of God's new creation that is gradually emerging in us and around us. I am grateful for this elegant collection of poems and prayers that gently nudge us deeper into the life of gratitude."" -- C. Christopher Smith, Senior Editor of The Englewood Review of Books and author of How the Body of Christ Talks: Recovering the Practice of Conversation in the Church ""Paraclete Press excels in publishing works of devotion combining depth of content and graphical material. This work is one more example of that excellence. Organized around the theme of gratitude, this compilation of quotations, readings, and poetry, and prayers offers ample material for reflection. The text is complemented by reproductions of art that may be used as visio divina on gratitude."" --Bob Trube, Bob on Books"

""You can pray with Francis of Assisi, observe Walden Pond with Ralph Waldo Emerson, celebrate beauty with Gerard Manley Hopkins, consider what your mother has done for you with Maya Angelou, and be thankful for the rain with Luci Shaw. Helen Keller is here, as is John Greenleaf Whittier. The book is profusely illustrated, each painting chosen to illustrate the themes of thankfulness and gratitude. I love beautiful books, and My Heart Overflows is a beautiful book. In fact, you could say I'm grateful for the time, care, and attention the editors at Paraclete used to create this volume.""--Glynn Young, Faith, Fiction, Friends ""Our gratitude practices sputter and die in want of fuel and fresh oxygen to sustain us for the counter-cultural practice of giving thanks. In My Heart Overflows, Paraclete Press has compiled a treasury of historical readings and a wealth of lyrical words to inspire worship and wonder, inviting readers to offer thanks to the ""Giver of rain and green lettuce,"" the Maker of ""dappled things."" And the heart overflows."" --Michele Morin, speaker, writer, Living our Days ""Gratitude plays an essential role in our conversion to the way of Jesus; it helps us see the wonder and superabundance of God's new creation that is gradually emerging in us and around us. I am grateful for this elegant collection of poems and prayers that gently nudge us deeper into the life of gratitude."" -- C. Christopher Smith, Senior Editor of The Englewood Review of Books and author of How the Body of Christ Talks: Recovering the Practice of Conversation in the Church ""Paraclete Press excels in publishing works of devotion combining depth of content and graphical material. This work is one more example of that excellence. Organized around the theme of gratitude, this compilation of quotations, readings, and poetry, and prayers offers ample material for reflection. The text is complemented by reproductions of art that may be used as visio divina on gratitude."" --Bob Trube, Bob on Books

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Paraclete Press offers spiritually enriching literature grounded in Scripture and Biblical principles, fostering spiritual growth, igniting imaginations, and supporting various educational endeavors. Paraclete's books reflect the full expression of Christian traditions, including Catholic, Evangelical, Protestant, and Orthodox. The books from Paraclete Press honor the traditions of the past while speaking to today's current needs. From the wisdom of Christian classics to contemporary writings, Paraclete offers books on Christian living, Orthodoxy, Monasticism, Prayer, Psalms, Saints, Mystics, and the Desert Fathers. Paraclete's complete collection features varied genres and subjects, including fiction, poetry, devotionals, gift books, prayer books, and books about faith, art, and monastic spirituality. Paraclete's commitment to excellence, authenticity, and the transformative power of the word guides their editorial choices.

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