Loved as I Am
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When Sr. Miriam James Heidland’s life as a successful college athlete proved unfulfilling, she went searching for something deeper and ended up falling in love with Jesus. By charting her own journey toward wholeness, Heidland invites young Catholics to pursue their own relationship with Jesus.
Although originally full of athletic ambition and goals for a career in sports news, Heidland was transformed in a very slow but deep way during her undergraduate years, moving from party girl to bride of Christ. In Loved as I Am: An Invitation to Conversion, Healing, and Freedom through Jesus, Heidland helps readers learn from her experience of seeking love in the wrong places and instead finding it in Christ. She shares her struggles—learning she was adopted, battling alcoholism, and healing from childhood sexual abuse—as signs of hope that anyone who desires to know Christ can find him and be loved intimately by him in return. By bringing readers into Heidland’s healing process, Loved as I Am provides a gentle and subtle template for finding peace and freedom in Jesus.
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- Pages: 128
- Trim size: 5.5 x 8.5 inches
- ISBN: 9781594715464
- Imprint: Ave Maria Press
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When Sr. Miriam James Heidland’s life as a successful college athlete proved unfulfilling, she went searching for something deeper and ended up falling in love with Jesus. By charting her own journey toward wholeness, Heidland invites young Catholics to pursue their own relationship with Jesus.
Although originally full of athletic ambition and goals for a career in sports news, Heidland was transformed in a very slow but deep way during her undergraduate years, moving from party girl to bride of Christ. In Loved as I Am: An Invitation to Conversion, Healing, and Freedom through Jesus, Heidland helps readers learn from her experience of seeking love in the wrong places and instead finding it in Christ. She shares her struggles—learning she was adopted, battling alcoholism, and healing from childhood sexual abuse—as signs of hope that anyone who desires to know Christ can find him and be loved intimately by him in return. By bringing readers into Heidland’s healing process, Loved as I Am provides a gentle and subtle template for finding peace and freedom in Jesus.
Product Details
- Pages: 128
- Trim size: 5.5 x 8.5 inches
- ISBN: 9781594715464
- Imprint: Ave Maria Press
Customer Reviews
- MMichelleYesterdayRated 5 out of 5 starsWhat a Godsend
Having grown up with a loving, but alcoholic, father, it became apparent in my adult years that I had harbored many wounds from my childhood. I had continually suppressed and pushed them down, feeling ashamed and worthless that I could no longer manage such strong emotions as a fully grown adult, wife and mother. The Holy Spirit led me to Sister Miriam's book, "Loved as I Am" and it has propelled me into the most wonderful and surprising healing journey. I've read the book twice and soon will start it for the third time. It's that good! You know how sometimes you get asked the question, "Who would you most like to meet?" I would have to say that I would love to one day meet Sister Miriam and tell her in person how much she has helped me in my own healing journey. The Holy Spirit truly works within her. I'm here today to order her book "Restore" and am excited to read it this Lenten season.
- AAdam8 months agoRated 5 out of 5 starsInsightful book
I read this book with my spouse and we loved it. It was very insightful and thought provoking. The end of chapter questions also helped create a structure for reflection and discussion.
- AAAnonymous A.Verified Reviewer9 months agoRated 5 out of 5 starsLearning that I am loved
Sr. Miriam is a modern day saint of our times, and her deep honesty and vulnerability in sharing her healing and identity in Jesus invite even someone like me (a nobody) to step into the deep waters at my own pace. She doesn't push or pull you, but her gentle, compassionate voice is like a soothing balm for the soul. Her authentic heart make this book a lasting companion for anyone longing for greater intimacy with Jesus.
- SStephanieVerified Reviewer10 months agoRated 5 out of 5 starsSr. Miriam is an inspiration
Sr. Miriam is such an inspiration and this book doesn't disappoint! Highly recommended.
