The Vinedresser's Notebook, by Judith Sutera

This short illustrated book is chalk full of good lessons for every Christian. Judith Sutera joined the Benedictine Monastery of Mount St. Scholastica in Atchison, KS years ago. Her primary task upon joining was to assist her mentor, Sister Jeannette Obrist, with the growing of the grapes that the Monastery has had for years.

Judith takes us on a guided tour of what it means to learn how to tend grape vines and produce the best fruit. She then takes those lessons and writes about the lessons intended for Christians to learn regarding their life with Christ and the fruit that their lives should produce.

Taking the lessons from Christ's own teaching and then taking other scripture you will find nuggets of gold within these pages to help you better understand the need for solid roots, lots of pruning, and gentle loving care of the fruit that is growing.

This is a great little book for every Christian to read and meditate on. It would also provide a great book for small group discussions and book clubs.

Enjoy!