Curl up this winter with “The Grace of Dogs,” a book by Luther Seminary Professor Andrew Root. In the publication, Root delves into the sort of questions people ask about their furry friends. The result is a heartfelt and thought-provoking read.
In “The Grace of Dogs,” Root takes the reader on an emotional and profound journey that starts with his family saying goodbye to their 11-year-old black lab. From this experience, Root begins to wonder whether or not there are spiritual ties between dogs and humans. Root invites readers into his quest to discover more about the spiritual connection between dogs and people. Drawing on disciplines including biology, history and theology, Root mines the science and spirit of the human and canine relationship.
American pastor, author, activist and speaker Brian D. McLaren says, “Like all the best writing (and theology), ‘The Grace of Dogs’ comes from deep in the author’s personal experience. It will make you smile, shed a tear, and nod in recognition. You’ll find yourself reflecting on the most wonderful things in life … from the sincerity of a child to the wag of a black lab’s tail, from the grace of dogs to the grace of God.”