is a book on human communication that suc cessfully integrates solid scriptural research and reflection with contemporary psychologi cal insights.

A reflective, insightful and useful work, it demonstrates that scripture is a tool for self-discovery and communication; the book also provides the critically important spiritual dimension for people who recognize the value of contemporary psychol-ogy but who feel that its skills alone seem "incomplete," or "too secular."

"Because Christians claim to be witnesses to the gospel message of Jesus of Naz-areth," explains author Fran Ferder, "and because that message contains a clear call to loving relationships, it is essential that the psychology of human interaction-that is, loving behaviors-be related to the gospel in a manner appli-cable to contemporary life."

In each chapter, the author takes an in-depth look at one dimension of human com-munication and shows that "the ability to listen, to name one's feelings, to face conflict, to accept oneself, and to speak clearly and honestly, are as closely related to witnessing the gospel as they are to expressing good mental health."

Words Made Flesh will find a ready audience among people involved in ministry and religious training programs, members of religious communities, and couples taking part in marriage enrichment programs. All who are interested in communica-tion skills and better relationships will find it a valuable help.