BROKEN GODS:

Gregory Popcak helps readers discover how the seven deadly sins reveal a divinely created longing that, when exposed to grace, can help us become what we truly are: sons and daughters of God.

"You are gods." Blasphemy? No, those words, spoken by Jesus in the Gospel of John and alluded to in Psalm 82, convey the holy longing many of us experience in our day-to-day lives. We are little gods in search of a big God. We want more. We want to be more. We want to have more. More love, more power, more peace, more joy, more satisfaction. Eventually, we tell ourselves that we need to stop listening to that ache in our hearts, which so often leads to disappointment and brokenness. According to Dr. Popcak, there is another option. In a work that is both inspirational and practical, BROKEN GODS will help us identify what our aches tell us about our destiny and demonstrate a commonsense means for fulfilling it. Dr. Gregory Popcak is a nationally recognized expert in Catholic pastoral counseling, especially in the areas of affective disorders (depression, anxiety) and marriage and family problems. He has degrees in psychology and theology, as well as a master's degree in clinical social work and a Ph.D. in human services, with a specialization in pastoral counseling. He is the host of a radio program, which can be heard nationally. Dr. Popcak's articles and columns can regularly be found in such publications as Catholic Parent, Family Foundations, Faith and Family, Our Sunday Visitor, and others.