The Australian scenery, lifestyle and rhythm of the seasons offer rich opportunities to acknowledge God's presence in our journey in this vast and ancient land. Be Still Awhile Along the Track is a resource to help us touch the sacred in our lives. It is a resource to help us reflect on our lives and review how we are responding to God's invitation to life to the full. Be Still Awhile Along the Track is designed to be used first thing in the morning and at the closing of each day. It offers brief reflections to begin the day, using images, thoughts and insights from an Australian perspective.It also includes short scripture readings, evening prayers and adaily question for reflection for use at a time of your own choosing during the day. Taking these few moments of prayer and reflection at the beginning and end of each day can transform the way we think, the way we greet and work with others, the way we appreciate the gift of Creation. Beginning our day with these few moments of prayer and reflection can help us to rejoice in God in whom we live and move and have our being. ""Because Jim speaks in a gentle, encouraging way he continues to touch many people of all ages, and to call them into reflection and prayer sharing with them what is essentially the fruit of his own experience along life's track. Those who respond to the invitation this book presents will join the many who, over the years, have grown in confidence as the result of Jim's gracious and skillful leadership."" Therese D'Orsa, Professor Mission and Culture, BBI - The Australian Institute for Theological Education ""Jim's latest contribution to Australian spirituality reflects a deep understanding of the presence of God in all that exists. He invites the reader to take the time to explore and savour the experiences offered in the everyday where the ordinary becomes extra-ordinary."" Dr Rose Duffy, CSB Spirituality and Faith Formation Leader, Diocese of Sale Jim Quillinan is the author of numerous articles on teacher formation, Catholic identity, and adult spirituality, and conducts retreats for adult groups around Australia. He is the former Deputy Director of Catholic Education in Townsville, and has chaired or been a committee member on Religious Education, Adult Education, and Spirituality in the Diocese of Sale and for the National Catholic Education Commission. He is the author of the popular fortnightly newsletter Along the Track and has published two previous books: Along the Track and Further Along the Track.
