Embracing Rhythms of Work and Rest: From Sabbath to Sabbatical and Back Again Barton Ruth Haley
Embracing Rhythms of Work and Rest: From Sabbath to Sabbatical and Back Again Barton Ruth Haley In our frenzied culture, the possibility of living in balanced rhythms of work and rest often feels…
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Embracing Rhythms of Work and Rest: From Sabbath to Sabbatical and Back Again Barton Ruth Haley
In our frenzied culture, the possibility of living in balanced rhythms of work and rest often feels elusive. Most know they need rest but might be surprised to find within themselves a deep resistance to letting go and resting in God one day a week, let alone for longer seasons of sabbatical.The journey to a meaningful sabbath practice is slow and gradual, and it is a journey we need to take in community. This rings especially true for pastors and leaders who carry the weight of nonstop responsibility.
Sharing her own story of practicing sabbath for the past twenty years, Ruth Haley Barton offers hard-won wisdom regarding the rhythms of sabbath, exploring both weekly sabbath keeping as well as extended periods of sabbatical time.Embracing Rhythms of Work and Rest grounds us in God's intentions in giving us the gift of sabbath, providing