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To be honest, at this point only two things interest me: my oncologist's advice and if you can teach me to pray.
So began a two-year correspondence between a medical doctor who became a priest, Benedictine monk, and now prior of Montserrat-the monastery that is a spiritual, cultural, historical, and environmental icon in Catalonia-and an accomplished and beloved cardiologist, scientist, mentor, daughter, sister, wife, mother, and friend with a newly diagnosed lung tumor.
In this profoundly honest book, two spiritual seekers on two different life-paths walk together through the valley of the shadow of death, praying the psalms in joy and anguish, doubt and praise. The letters and conversations shared between Magda and Fr. Ignasi offer deep and poignant insights into the very human-and quotidian-dynamics of the life-and-death journey we all face.
So began a two-year correspondence between a medical doctor who became a priest, Benedictine monk, and now prior of Montserrat-the monastery that is a spiritual, cultural, historical, and environmental icon in Catalonia-and an accomplished and beloved cardiologist, scientist, mentor, daughter, sister, wife, mother, and friend with a newly diagnosed lung tumor.
In this profoundly honest book, two spiritual seekers on two different life-paths walk together through the valley of the shadow of death, praying the psalms in joy and anguish, doubt and praise. The letters and conversations shared between Magda and Fr. Ignasi offer deep and poignant insights into the very human-and quotidian-dynamics of the life-and-death journey we all face.
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"Even Though I Walk captures the magnificent humanity and steadfast courage of Dr. Magda Heras. Through her spiritual pilgrimage with the increasing reality of a dwindling number of days in this life, Magda's writings inspire the most doubting skeptic. Knowing her in health was a joy and privilege but sharing her intimate ponderings as she approached death is a munificent treasure. This book shoul
Michael B. Wood, MD, Emeritus President and CEO, Mayo Clinic
"This book, while written in simple conversation, has a powerful message for all of us. Death comes in different ways but comes unavoidably to everyone. The dialogue between a Benedictine priest and an accomplished medical doctor reveals the tangle of emotions that emerge as the reality of death inexorably draws near. The book is not only enlightening but certainly worth a second reading."
Irene Nowell, OSB, author of Wisdom: The Good Life
"This riveting book documents the journey of an internationally-renowned cardiologist and scientist in her fight against cancer. An adventurous read, the book makes the reader eager to find out the progress and outcome of treatment. Under the guidance of a monk, author Magda Heras navigated the book of Psalms for prayer and inspiration in each event she faced on her journey. Equipped with her stro
Dr. Kai-Nan An, PhD, Professor Emeritus, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine