Longing for Intimacy
Glimmers of Hope
A Book of Prayers and Poems
for Shining Light on Life's Mystery
by Catherine Coates
Longing for Intimacy
Glimmers of Hope
A Soulful Collection of
Prayers and Poems
Longing for Intimacy: Glimmers of Hope is a collection of poems and prayers depicting a search for Holy Mystery and for peace—the same thing, really. This is a journey through the depths of depression with glimmers of hope on the other side. It is a trip to remember who we are and whose we are.
Holy Mystery.
I have spent years trying to figure out a way to You:
engaging my mind;
searching for answers. But it turns out I won’t find You with my intellect. Only love opens the door to You.
These are my hopes for you as you peruse this volume. May you find an outlet for your grief and pain. And may you find glimmers of faith that there is Holy Mystery who loves you beyond measure.
May you laugh and cry; sorrow and rejoice. Because the light at the end of the tunnel is not an on-coming train, rather it is the glimmer of hope.
What People Are Saying...
Praise for Longing for Intimacy
"Catherine Coates Beautifully Lays Her Heart Bare In This Brave And Thoughtful Collection That Illuminates The Journey Through Depression And Offers Hope At The Same Time.
The Work Of Finding And Keeping Faith Will Resonate With Those Struggling With Adversity Or Questioning Their Beliefs. Coates' Resilience Is Inspiring"
Suzanne Washburn
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Praise for Longing for Intimacy
"This Is A Very Honest Book. We Hear The Author's Long Struggle With Depression, But Also Witness Her Abiding Faith In What She Names As Holy Mystery.
Despite The Pain, Her Well-Chosen Words Help Provide A Pathway For Others To Find Love And An Appreciation Of Life.
I Hope Others Find This Book Inspirational As Well."
Jaz Girl
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Praise for Longing for Intimacy
"What Catherine Coates Has Pulled Together Is An Entirely Honest And Raw Set Of Poetic Ponderings.
If You Read These Poems Slowly Enough, You Begin To Sense The Depth Of Inquiry They Are Opening To, And It Becomes Clear That This Isn't Just About Catherine's Journey.
These Poems Are Bread Crumbs, Leading Us Toward Transcending But Including Our Past.
This Is A Journey Toward Wholeness."
N. Brisby
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Praise for Longing for Intimacy
"Too Often, Modern Spiritual Writing Points To A Self-Affirming Positivity Which Ignores The Difficulties Of Walking A Surrendered Spiritual Path.
Luckily, In These Intimate Pages Catherine Coates Has Dared To Show A Less Naïve Experience, Giving Impassioned Voice To The Shadows Which Accompany Any Encounter
With Light!"
DW
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Praise for Longing for Intimacy
I've Been Walking Through Grief Lately, And This Book Was Like A Candle In The Dark. Catherine Coates Writes In Such A Heartfelt And Relatable Way.
Some Lines Moved Me So Much I Had To Stop And Just Sit With Them. If You Need A Reminder That Hope Still Exists, This Book Is For You."
Pily. Rivero
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Praise for Longing for Intimacy
"The Honesty And Vulnerability In These Poems Touched My Heart Deeply. I Could Feel The Author's Compassion And Faith Shining Through Every Page.
It Reminded Me That Even In Sorrow, There's Always A Glimmer Of Hope Waiting To Be Found.
I'll Definitely Be Recommending This To Friends Who Are Going Through Hard Times"
Solange Roe
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Praise for Longing for Intimacy
“Wow! It is truly astounding! There is such an outpouring of Grace, Hope, Devotion, and Love with the turn of each page. It’s clear that the author is not just putting pretty words on a page, but persevering the turbulence of life with something greater that flows like a river throughout the book, throughout her life. It is an inspired work of Love, born out of her resilience, tenacity and devotion to Holy Mystery and respect for what has been gifted to her as life.”
Don DeMercurio,
Integral Life Path Counselor and Spiritual Healer
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Praise for Longing for Intimacy
"From The Very First Page,
I Felt A Calmness Settle Over Me.
Catherine Coates Has Such A Gift For Putting Feelings Into Words.
The Combination Of Laughter, Tears, And Hope In These Poems Made Me Feel Lighter After Reading.
It's One Of Those Rare Books That Stays With You Long After You Close It."
TJ Brown
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