About this Book

Americans today have rediscovered a need for safety and belonging. Pastoral counselor Lois Kellerman, many of whose clients' weddings have been covered in The New York Times"Vows" column, has helped hundreds of couples find (or regain) a sense of "home" in their partnership. Marriage from the Heartis her compelling and sensitive blueprint-for readers of all ages, backgrounds, beliefs, and stages of marriage-for building a spiritually fulfilling relationship. At its center are eight commitments, both daily and lifelong, that build a lasting marriage and fortify it against everything from betrayal to "dry spells" to fiscal hard times:

* Centering-the home as a sanctuary
* Choosing-wise decision making
* Honoring-deep, mutual respect
* Caring-nurturing each other
* Abiding-resiliency through life's ups and downs
* Repairing-mending what's broken
* Listening-open communication
* Celebrating-enjoying your marriage

Beautifully designed, Marriage from the Heartis a perfect wedding or anniversary gift. Based on a fourteen-year study of core life values, the book is filled with touching anecdotes, words of encouragement and here-and-now exercises. It offers spiritual guidance that transcends religion and speaks to every season in the life of a marriage.