HEAVEN ON EARTH

A collection of sublime prayers and teachings from a variety of traditions; an inclusive "how to" book on achieving spiritual joy and peace written by Australia's leading spiritual author.

Heaven on Earth offers a collection of some of the most sublime prayers and teachings from a variety of traditions, together with some new prayers directly relevant to the needs and concerns of contemporary readers. Some of these new prayers are particularly suitable for families and people who want a contemporary feel to the words they are saying and praying. Heaven on Earth is highly supportive, especially for the many thousands of people who have taken to meditation, for example, yet want more. It is attractive to believers and cautious seekers alike. This is a timely collection that presents an explicit and universal "how to pray" framework. There is a special depth and immediacy to Heaven on Earth that comes from Stephanie Dowrick's teaching and ministry, observing first-hand the difference that inclusive, uplifting prayer can make for and with people in many diverse situations. Stephanie Dowrick, PhD, writes critically acclaimed, much-loved best sellers. Her books include In the Company of Rilke, Forgiveness and Other Acts of Love, Creative Journal Writing, Choosing Happiness and Seeking the Sacred. Formerly a publisher and also a trained psychotherapist, Stephanie writes and teaches on a variety of spiritual, psychological and ethical issues. Her particular gift is anticipating key social issues and writing about them in ways that are encouraging and transformative. She also writes widely in the Australian media. Born in New Zealand, Stephanie lived in London for many years where she founded The Women's Press. She has lived in Sydney since 1983 and is the mother of two adult children.