Publisher's Synopsis
In a time when rapid change, materialism and competitiveness threaten to overwhelm so much of what was previously held dear, the Reverend Tim Costello senses a common cry of "what can we do?". Here he offers his reflections as tips to fellow soul-searchers. His Christian tradition and ordinary human aspirations are his inspiration. He swaps stories with people as diverse as homeless youths and CEOs, Aboriginal elders and Hanson supporters, school children and religious leaders, graziers and drug addicts. Ranging over topics such as friends, ambition, risk the power of meta-stories, and private versus public face, he candidly confesses moments of confusion, and seeks out new meaning for vocation, home, ritual and grace. His mix of humour, apolitical courage and interpersonal wisdom aims to lead readers to, in turn, reflect on what they most truly value as individuals, and also as families, co-workers and fellow citizens.
