LONGWOOD, FL-If you have ever wondered what Jesus played with as a child, how Mary cared for Him, or what kind of father Joseph was, you're in for a treat. Judi Wiley has brought the thoughtful perspective of a storyteller to these familiar musings in The Manifold Cross (paperback, 978-1-60266-973-4), an exploration of potential scenarios that could have been a part of young Jesus' story.
Wiley has a gift for detailed narration. She believes that thoughtful fiction has the power to change her readers. She has traveled extensively in the Holy Land and has a vast knowledge of the culture in which Jesus was raised; a doctorate in theology gives her an expert's approach to the doctrinal relevance of her subject.
The Manifold Cross is written with specific attention to the heart of Mary. Wiley knows that her readers will be able to identify with the story of a caring mother dealing with the struggles and joys of raising a very special child who belongs to God. "We need a simple story to put into perspective our own fears, struggles, and joys," says Wiley. "Looking at our own issues helps us find ways to help others."
From her small farm in rural Minnesota, Judi Wiley serves as an Episcopal priest and shares stories with the intention of making a lesson come to life. She is a wife, mother, and grandmother of six beautiful grandchildren.
Xulon Press, a part of Salem Communications Corporation, is the world's largest Christian publisher, with more than 3,900 titles published to date. Retailers may order The Manifold Cross through Ingram Book Company and/or Spring Arbor Book Distributors. Salem Communications is the country's leading Christian communications company with interests in radio, Internet, and magazine publishing.
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