Unlikely Ways Home: Real-Life Spiritual Detours

by Edward L. Beck

Edward L. Beck’s first book, God Underneath , was hailed as “a graceful and gracious work of self-revelation and spiritual wisdom” by the Los Angeles Times , and a review in the Dallas Morning News declared, “Edward Beck is a heck of a writer, and his gem of a book is not to be missed . . . you will not be able to put this book down.” In Unlikely Ways Home , Beck once again uses anecdotes and observations from his work as a Catholic priest to reveal the spiritual dimensions of ordinary life.

The stories in Unlikely Ways Home encompass a wide range of topics, from the 9/11 attacks to such ongoing issues and concerns as addiction, adultery, and sexuality. Beck shares the poignant reflections of a man who lost his fireman son in the attack on the World Trade Center and describes, with refreshing honesty and compassion, the efforts of a gay couple to find a place for themselves within the Catholic Church. Written in a friendly, conversational style, Unlikely Ways Home is a moving, spiritually inspiring book that will appeal to both Catholic audiences and the general reader.

304 pages, Paperback

First published July 20, 2004

Reviews

[Betsy · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read this during a time of intense spiritual searching. Beck's stories are honest, sweet and inspirational. I would recommend this to anyone looking to reaffirm the belief that God's love is unconditional.