... the story of an African American Vietnam veteran, now a permanent deacon in the Roman Catholic Church, and how... he weathered the storms and troubled times that war, poverty, sickness, racism, and the death of his father brought into his life. It is a timely story of hope and inspiration for everyone, but especially targets those who feel that they have nowhere to turn in times of trouble.... Friend feels he is especially unique because he came from a 'dirt poor' Southern family who attended a Methodist church in Tennessee..., but is now a deacon in the Catholic Church." -- page 4 of cover.
The Pink Suitcase is a story of the challenges and experiences while administering to others as a Deacon in the Catholic Church. In this book he shares timely stories of hope and inspiration. He especially speaks to those that feel they have nowhere to turn to in times of difficulty. His journey from Greenville, Tennessee to Cleveland, Ohio with a stopover in Vietnam reflects the responsibility and challenges that he has faced as a Deacon in the diocese of Cleveland, Ohio. The Reverend Deacon Shelby M. Friend feels that he is especially unique because he came from a "dirt poor" Southern family who attended a Methodist Church in East Tennessee when he was growing up. He believes that his words of wisdom from his parents as well as his own sense of enlightenment upon his consecration in the Catholic Church are important words for readers to hear.
Joy is an internal condition given to us by the Holy Spirit, unlike happiness, which comes when someone or something fills a much, desired need in your life. God is Joy; the final treasure we hope to spend eternity with. Living a joy filled life begins by loving who we are. And loving who we are, starts by applying the trinity of joy God gives us because He loves us unconditionally. God made us in His image; His image of joy. He asks that our daily quest be to seek out Joy, choose Joy, and make Joy in our lives and the lives of others.
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