Living from the Heart of God is a new journal from Women of the ELCA for women of all ages. It offers reflections and prayers on the many life stages and experiences of women, from first friends to marriage and family life, from buying a home to chronic illness.

Each section includes space to record your own thoughts, prayers, and experiences. Living from the Heart of God is available through Augsburg Fortress (www.augsburgfortress.org, 800-328-4648) — enter "Living from the Heart of God" into the search box to go to the journal page. Item no. 9786000219598; $10.99 plus shipping.

This journal may be a helpful resource to you personally as you take part in the Women of the ELCA health initiative, Raising Up Healthy Women and Girls. What do you expect of your health in the various stages of your life? How can you maintain your health in all the stages of life?

Or consider using it as a discussion starter with your women's group. Augsburg offers free shipping for online orders totaling $150 or more for an individual item.