For almost 40 years, I've known that the Bible is the Word of God. When I'm walking in the desert, though, sometimes I can't seem to find the springs of living water that I know are there. My first experience of Scripture Echo came in the midst of just such a desert time in my life. As the words of the passage echoed around and within me, God spoke comfort to my soul for the first time in many months, and refreshed me with living water once again.

Since that day, I've had the privilege of introducing Scripture Echo to my Mennonite congregation and to many others across a variety of denominations. They often have the same sort of experience that I did, hearing the voice of God afresh as they encounter the Scriptures in this powerful way. I have described it as "a form of spoken lectio divina," a practice of worship and prayer through which God can plant the Word deeply within us and cause us to bear fruit for the Kingdom of God. I recommend it highly!

Laurie Mellinger
Assistant Professor of Spiritual Formation
Evangelical Theological Seminary, Myerstown, PA

"I found the Scripture echo readings to be a very creative way of reading and engaging our sacred Scriptures. It invites the listeners to hear familiar Scriptures in new ways which illumine aspects of the Scripture not previously engaged or noticed. It bears similarity to the ancient spiritual practice of lectio divina which makes it ideal for use with a wide range of people: lay and clergy, new believers and mature believers, young and old.

As pastors, we're always looking for creative ways to engage our parishioners in vibrant and meaningful worship which engages both the mind and heart. I believe Scripture echoes gives us a new, practical and easy to use option."

Monica Dawkins-Smith, Pastor
Salem United Church of Christ, Harrisburg PA

"This echo reading brings the text to life in an incredibly powerful way!  I am deeply moved by the power of this scripture reading methodology.  Thank-you for your passion and heart and spiritual depth in writing this echo.  I highly recommend the use of this type of scripture reading in worship!  It will improve your sense of hearing the voice of the Lord!  Additionally, it will breathe the life of the scriptures into your soul."

Charlie Gross, Associate Executive Presbyter
Donegal Presbytery

"We have used Tracey Marx's Scripture Echo Readings many times with enthusiastic response from our congregation. As a pastor, she understands what is needed in worship and as a Spiritual Director she knows what is needed to nurture the soul. She combines both of these needs in her faithful interpretation of the text while allowing those who hear them to go deeper into its meaning. We shall continue to use Scripture Echo here at First Presbyterian Church in all three of our worship styles: Informal, Contemporary, and Traditional."

Randy Riggs, Senior Pastor
First Presbyterian Church, Lancaster PA