Have you ever felt like your faith was being tested? Haveyou ever experienced the death of a loved one? The book of Ruth, found in theOld Testament, is a moving story of a sad tragedy followed by an unrelenting commitment,both human and divine. Ruth’s sadness is followed by hope deferred, yetundeterred.

Being Ruth takes a closer pastoral perspective on theshape of human expressions and relationships, the significance of names, andthe consequences of men dying childless. We see Ruth, the committed daughter-in-lawto Naomi, responding with grace during a difficult time in life. Although thisis not your typical love story, as you allow the Scriptures to speak you’llfind a beautifully enchanting story.