Jim La Croce, in this book, has plunged enthusiastically and quixotically into the deep waters of what happens to an individual as a result of religious figures playing fast and loose with his/her precious life. In Jim's case, as a layman and priest, he has been on both sides of that unwitting deception and amazingly bears few residual illusions. One can imagine what a heady brew of angst such a swim could stir up. Yet, he carries it off because of his humor and natural light-heartedness: his metaphors, stories and cultural adeptness will not let us wallow in anger or pity. Like the good teacher that he is he knows how to use evocative questions and astounding understatements. This is a masterly swim as a seal among breaking waves, jagged rocks and darting sharks in the midst of which his confidence never wavers.
I urge every person who treasures the humanity God gave them to read--indeed, study--this book. It will do more than liberate according to the title's promise. It will also deeply nourish you in ways never suspected.      

Jack Dougher, Yorktown, VA

A profoundly reflective thesis that personalizes God and removes undue guilt and fear. In my opinion, this author "experienced God through his encounters with the powerful in Church circles but even more in his encounters with the powerless". I recommend this thought provoking book to Christians of all faiths and to those who have lost confidence in the power structures of organized religion.

William J. Jordan, Lancaster, PA