The Woman's Prayer Companion Author:Carmelities Of Indianapolis The Woman's Prayer Companion is a creative, sensitive translation of ancient Christian prayer (psalms, canticles, antiphons) into contemporary usage. The language is inclusive and beautifully rendered. The "calendar of saints" celebrates rediscovered women of the middle ages along with women who have died in pursuit of justice within the last de... more »cade. The format is designed around women's actual lives--for example, single mothers, women caring for aging parents, women seeking political office, women who are homeless, or widowed, or in prison--and the prayers are an extraordinary gift to Christian women looking for a sense of spiritual connection. --Mary Jo Weaver; Professor of Religious Studies, Indiana University« less