Comments from Readers

f you’ve read the book, or want to send comments to the author, you can email her directly using the email address june at maffin dot ca

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“Well, I finally got a copy of your book. Read it all. Cover to cover.   Every word.    I’d like to say it brought tears to my eyes, but I can’t… it brought tears *from* my eyes.   I cried through every single chapter.   How did you know so many of the feelings I have been wrestling with, that have been “disturbing” me.   So unsure why God is doing this to *me*… Couldn’t he pick someone who was more holy, who was better… who at least had a clue what was going on??   You even described the dreams that I have had.  Your book has truly touched me, very deeply.  Thank you for writing it.
   — (via Internet email)

“Dr. Maffin uses experiences from her own life journey to discern the leading hand of God and to stimulate others to do the same.   I know that many will find this style engaging and accessible as they seek to deepen their awareness of the immediate presence of God.”
   — The Most Rev. Michael Peers
       Primate (Senior Bishop), Anglican Church of Canada

“I am a 30 year old mother of two.   I just read the first chapter on the book’s web site.   I am intrigued, and will get a copy as soon as I can.    Your writing is clear, unpretentious, and spirit filled.     The words leapt out at me, and I felt like crying.    I also felt like flying.     The mix of emotions in me was incredible, as your words spoke to my own heart and journey…. Thank you for writing a book about the way God can get under your skin.”   – (via Internet email)

“This powerful book will help many to recognize and reflect on the ways in which God is active in our daily lives — through the good and ordinary times as well as the painful and difficult ones.  Disturbed by God is a story not only of joy but of trauma.       It describes losing a marriage and a home, and dealing as a single parent.     I am sure it will encourage many not to give up hope but go on in faith, responding to the God who calls us.     The reflection starters at the end of each chapter help us to look for an become aware of the signs of God, and to take the next step on our journey.”
   — Sister Anita, C.S.C.

“What impresses me most about Disturbed by God are the reflection starters at the end of each chapter.   The book is not simply to be read and enjoyed; it can also be used as a study book.    For example, it would be useful for parish group.     In this way, people could be helped tremendously on their spiritual journey.    It is a good resource, and I commend it.”
   — The Most Rev. Stewart Payne