In God’s Mercy: My Spiritual Journey, by Linda Lint




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"Born, raised, and educated in the northern areas of the Philippines, Linda Lint earned a B.S. in business administration and completed theology studies 1–8 at Saint Paul University. A member of the university’s glee club, she appeared in its production of Show Boat. While still an undergraduate, she managed a cinema and private vocational school. After graduation, she moved to Manila and taught at the Philippine Air Force College of Aeronautics. In Egypt, she served as secretary for the Filipino community. There she met and married her American husband. She immigrated to the United States in 1996. She now lives in Ephrata, PA, with her husband, Larry, and daughter, Maryann. Linda is an active member of her church and a substitute teacher." ~ From back cover of In God's Mercy
  • The cover of this book is based on images from Linda’s dreams and on reflections on her life.
  • The storm clouds and turbulent sea represent the challenges and difficulties of her life.
  • The cross represents her faith in Jesus’ help in the midst of her trials.
  • The rays represent the grace earned by Christ’s blood and water shed on the cross to provide for God’s mercy and our salvation.
  • Linda’s husband, Larry, provided the photographs used in the cover design by Teman Cooke.
  • The sea photo was taken from the deck of the USS Guam LPH 9 during Operation Desert Storm.
  • The sky photo was taken in Wexford, Pennsylvania, two days after Larry was spared from injury in a snowstorm driving incident.
  • The cross is from the top of Our Mother of Perpetual Help Church in Ephrata, Pennsylvania, Linda’s current parish.
 ~ From copyright page of In God's Mercy

In God’s Mercy: My Spiritual Journey describes the transformation of Linda Lint, who finds her faith challenged repeatedly. Despite the favor of extraordinary spiritual experiences at critical moments in her life, she unwittingly falls into a dangerous relationship that permanently changes her life. Linda’s life attests to God’s overflowing divine mercy and reminds us that the most painful suffering can often lead to the greatest blessing. Like St. Paul, who found 'strength for everything through him who empowers me' (Phil. 4:13), Linda overcomes a life-threatening condition in what doctors declare a miracle. Her spiritual journey begins in her native Philippines and leads through the Middle East to Pennsylvania in the United States, where she now resides with her husband, Larry, and daughter, Maryann. ~ Fr. Jim Kofski, M.M., Journalist

Linda Lint's account of her spiritual journey is an impressive and inspiring read. In a straightforward and captivating style, she narrates highlights of her life—some disturbing, others uplifting, but all enticing the reader to read on. Here is a work that unflinchingly portrays Lint's Catholic faith in a very positive light, boasts of the power of prayer, and demonstrates her ongoing experience of God's divine mercy." ~ The Rev. Patrick McGarrity, C.Ss.R., Our Mother of Perpetual Help Parish, Ephrata, PA

"I am very happy to recommend In God’s Mercy: My Spiritual Journey by Linda Lint. Often we look to the saints of the past for spiritual guidance when Jesus is interested in us at the present moment. This book brings hope to those who were careless in their early years but by the grace of God have returned to the Church. Most of us have not had all the special graces given to the author but, as she explains, the mercy of God is available to all." ~ Monsignor Thomas Smith, Pastor, St. Joseph Church, Lancaster, PA

Linda Lint’s memoir, In God’s Mercy, is a courageous and honest recounting of God’s action in her life. An encouraging testimony to the unremitting aid of Our Blessed Lady, the angels and the saints to those who seek their help and desire their constant friendship, it is an inspiration for believers and nonbelievers alike. ~ Julia Calandra-Lineberg, National Centre for Padre Pio, Inc.
Endorsements from back cover of  In God’s Mercy: My Spiritual Journey, by Linda Lint, Not Forgotten Publications, May 2013. Copyright © 2013 by Linda Lint.

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