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Patched Together: A Story of My Story
Written by Brennan Manning
Narrated by Paul Michael
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About this audiobook
With "Patched Together," Brennan Manning reminds us that the freedom and joy of acceptance is rooted in the forgiving love of God. From the beloved author of "The Ragamuffin Gospel" comes a tender story for anyone who has ever said: "life didn't quite turn out the way I thought it would, but..." In this warm and charming three-part story, Willie Juan moves from orphaned boy to prodigal adult to ragamuffin friend of Abba. As with any parable, there is one overarching truth: the unconditional love of God. "Patched Together" is a charming retelling of the Gospel story of forgiveness, acceptance, and joy in God's friendship.
Author
Brennan Manning
Brennan Manning spent his life and ministry helping others experience the unconditional love of Jesus Christ. A recovering alcoholic and former Franciscan priest, his own spiritual journey took him down a variety of paths, all of them leading to the profound reality of God’s irresistible grace. His ministry responsibilities varied greatly – from teacher, to minister to the poor, to solidary reflective. As a writer, Brennan Manning is best known as the author of the contemporary classics, The Ragamuffin Gospel, Abba’s Child, Ruthless Trust, The Importance of Being Foolish, Patched Together, and The Furious Longing of God.
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Rating: 4.235294117647059 out of 5 stars
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- Rating: 3 out of 5 stars3/5An unexpected story that is not a memoir, but more like an allegorical novella. Some moving moments and questions of faith, sadness and joy involved.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Love the story. Written for all ages it is full of eternal truth and love
- Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Manning's beautiful parable of love surrounding with deep, deep meaningful imagery.