Encounters with Animals

Linder, Barbara

ISBN 13: 9798987838709

Published by Independently Published, 2023

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Encounters with Animals
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Publication Date: 2023
• Language: English
• ISBN 13: 9798987838709
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: New

About this title

Synopsis

Because of the long-standing focus on sin and redemption, Christians often neglect God's desire for us to be in loving relationship with Him, with our neighbors near and far, and with animals as fellow creatures. In a collection of essays, retired pastor Barbara Linder describes the surprising and inspiring encounters she has had with nine animals-dogs, snakes, squirrels, spiders, bears, eagles, songbirds, elk, and monarch butterflies-while sharing what she experienced during each encounter, what the animal has symbolized in some cultures, and what we can learn from these animals. Included are suggestions for how to compassionately co-exist with our fellow creatures, introspective questions designed to inspire reflection, applicable scripture, and encouragement to spend more time outdoors to sit in silence to become aware of the animals that help us, in their own way, to grow personally and spiritually. Encounters with Animals shares personal essays from a retired pastor about her encounters with wildlife and what she has learned from each of them to grow personally and spiritually.

About the Author

Barbara Linder earned her masters and doctorate degree from the University of Denver where she also served as Assistant Dean of Women. She was later Dean of Women and taught at Idaho State University. Following a felt call from God, she went to theological seminary and spent 25 years serving congregations in Oregon and Minnesota. Today, she relishes retirement in Loveland, Colorado and enjoys hiking book clubs, walks with her dog, time with friends, doing puzzles, and volunteering.