I participated in an online training Cathy Loerzel co-led and know of Dan Allender by reputation, so when I heard about their book together I was intrigued. The premise of this book as described on the flap copy also resonated with me. And I wasn’t disappointed. 

Loerzel and Allender write different sections of the book and it’s always clear who is writing. Stories and personal illustrations are interspersed with scripture and secular writings and psychology.  Our core traumas and other experiences lead us to be widows, orphans, and strangers. These archetypes are not the end of the story. With faith and community we can be on the path to grow into roles of priest, prophet, and king/queen. 

Monthly, I met with others at my church to slowly and carefully read this book and discuss. That experience was rich and rewarding - to hear their stories and perspectives and to affirm ways we are living out these roles. It was a great way to absorb the content and to grow in deeper connection with them. We all know something is not right in the world and we are trying to get back to Eden. Looking to our past to move to the future - in community and truth - is redeeming heartache. This isn’t a how-to book but will orient your heart to pursue your calling as priest, prophet, and/or king/queen.