In God's Holy Light: Wisdom from the Desert Monastics

Written by Joan Chittister

Narrated by Joan Chittister

The Desert Monastics, thousands of monks and nuns who lived in the Egyptian wastelands between the third and fifth centuries, have come to be seen as the Olympians of the spiritual life. Renowned spiritual writer Joan Chittister explores the sayings of the Desert Mothers and Fathers, finding wisdom from that ancient tradition that speaks to your life today. This popular introduction to a powerful source of Christian wisdom can be a companion to your own spiritual journey.

The audio edition of this book can be downloaded via Audible.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Franciscan Media
• Release date: Sep 4, 2015
• ISBN: 9781616369866

Joan Chittister

Sister Joan Chittister, OSB, is a Benedictine nun and an international lecturer. In her more than 50 years as a nun she has authored 40 books, including her most recent, the critically acclaimed The Gift of Years.  Sister Joan is the founder and current executive director of Benetvision, a resource and research center for contemporary spirituality that located in Erie, PA.

Reviews for In God's Holy Light

[John Bickerton · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Wonderfully written and read by the author. Great insights and lessons from the Desert Fathers elucidated and expanded by the author. A very valuable read/listen.

[Olga de Juana · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

It was enlightening, interesting and made me think more extensively about my spiritual life.