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A Habit of Service:: My Convent Story Paperback – Jan. 14 2018
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Nancy J Davis
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A dreamy young girl, only wanting to be a woman of love and service, entered the convent, adapting to centuries-old traditions. Within a few years, she faced radical change. It was the 1960s and religious and societal norms were exploding like fireworks. Flares of unrest challenged what she had know was sacred. This epic memoir, told in honesty and humility, touches the heart of anyone whose journey forced a decision far different than one dreamt.
- Print length194 pages
- LanguageEnglish
- Publication dateJan. 14 2018
- Dimensions15.24 x 1.12 x 22.86 cm
- ISBN-101979760306
- ISBN-13978-1979760300
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- Publisher : CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform (Jan. 14 2018)
- Language : English
- Paperback : 194 pages
- ISBN-10 : 1979760306
- ISBN-13 : 978-1979760300
- Item weight : 268 g
- Dimensions : 15.24 x 1.12 x 22.86 cm
- Best Sellers Rank: #1,714,268 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #95,874 in Science Fiction (Books)
- #173,431 in Biographies & Memoirs (Books)
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Heidi
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A positive story about convent life
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 27, 2021Verified Purchase
As an ex religious Sister myself I related to much of what Nancy wrote. Life in community is joyful. God leads people into community but sometimes only for a time, not for life. That time is a gift and is never a waste. A lovely account.
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Lakegirl
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Refreshingly Truthful Portrayal of Convent Life
Reviewed in the United States on April 6, 2020Verified Purchase
Finally, an accurate, perceptive portrayal of pre and post Vatican Il
convent life in the United States. This memoir sheds light on a generation of wholesome, intelligent Catholic young women who entered American convents in response to a call for service and spiritual fulfillment. When their community lives were suddenly disrupted and transformed by the Secondary Vatican Council, they forged alternate paths to serve God and society. Despite seeking dispensation from their relgious vows, many, like the author, value their time spent in these religious communities as an integral, formative part of their lives which they do not regret. Having lived such a life, I can personally attest to it!
convent life in the United States. This memoir sheds light on a generation of wholesome, intelligent Catholic young women who entered American convents in response to a call for service and spiritual fulfillment. When their community lives were suddenly disrupted and transformed by the Secondary Vatican Council, they forged alternate paths to serve God and society. Despite seeking dispensation from their relgious vows, many, like the author, value their time spent in these religious communities as an integral, formative part of their lives which they do not regret. Having lived such a life, I can personally attest to it!
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Cheryl D
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Poor layout and design
Reviewed in the United States on August 16, 2021Verified Purchase
I just started reading this book. The Kindle version has numerous issues with layout (headers inserted in the middle of the page), photos blacked out or chopped up, graphics upside down. Really distracting.
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D. J. Bragg
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A fulfilling life of service
Reviewed in the United States on February 6, 2018Verified Purchase
Beautifully written memoir of the author's years in a convent and the reasons that led her to it as well as led her to leave. Her descriptions of religious life are detailed and vivid and, unlike many memoirs about convent life, she remembers her time there with happiness. She found religious life fulfilling and often joyful. She describes her spiritual and emotional growth from a teenager to a young woman and the influence of the1960s on her. The author includes many letters and pictures that further brings the story to life.
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Pat Perrier, Author
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I'm addicted...
Reviewed in the United States on May 12, 2019Verified Purchase
I've always been fascinated by nuns, and I've known a few "formers" in my life. Nancy's book is a clear-eyed view of convent life and I can hear her voice as the story goes on. I appreciate her candor and how she relates to the lay person the intricacies of the life without the sense that she's angry or harboring any kind of negativity.
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