Mending the Heart

In three meditations John Claypool speaks eloquently of the wounds all of us carry through life—the wounds of grievance, guilt, and grief—and how they can be healed. The wound of grievance comes from our suffering at the hands of others, we are pierced by guilt when we inflict pain in return, and we suffer grief when we are hurt by loss. By anecdote and personal example, Claypool helps us see that all these wounds can eventually be healed through the gifts of insight, forgiveness, and gratitude. With the help of scripture and Claypool’s own pastoral wisdom, Mending the Heart is a powerful tool for reflection. Each meditation begins with verses from the psalms and ends with a prayer. This book is a wise resource for pastors and caregivers, especially in times of crisis and bereavement, but its simplicity and insight also make it a good guide to prayer and discernment as well as a fine gift book. Mending the Heart is the fourth in our series of Cloister Books: smaller format, gift edition books designed for meditative and devotional reading.

In three meditations John Claypool speaks eloquently of the wounds all of us carry through life--the wounds of grievance, guilt, and grief--and how they can be healed.

Theological Book Review

This is a practical, pastoral little book which is beautifully designed. ... The book interweaves theology and psychology in a natural way and highlights the choices we have when faced with situations which can easily draw us into resentment or depression. It would be of use both for those grappling with grievance, guilt or grief and for anyone seeking to support them. It struck me as being a little expensive for a book its size, but with the quality of presentation and depth of insight is well on its way to being "worth its weight in gold"

JOHN CLAYPOOL served as rector of St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in Birmingham, Alabama. Widely known as a speaker, preacher, and pastor, he authored numerous books, including Mending the Heart.