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Prayers for Hope and Comfort By Maggie Oman Shannon A fine collection of inspirational quotations, prayers and reflections designed to spur hope and personal renewal. Hope
Poetry as Spiritual Practice By Robert McDowell Makes a good case for poetry as a spiritual practice that enriches our lives. Meaning
Bread Body Spirit By Alice Peck A sprightly anthology on food and its sacred uses and meanings. Meaning
Theology Brewed in an African Pot By Agbonkhianmeghe E. Orobator Provides an overview of African Christian theology. Faith
Theology Brewed in an African Pot By Agbonkhianmeghe E. Orobator Provides an overview of African Christian theology. Faith
Words of Wisdom By Lama Surya Das Pithy spiritual quotations from a master Tibetan Buddhist teacher. Transformation
The Happiness Trap By Russ Harris A mindfulness therapy to reduce stress, deal with painful feelings, and rise above fears and insecurities. Meaning
The Wisdom of Maimonides By Edward Hoffman A treasure trove of ideas and ideals from the writings of the great Jewish philosopher Maiminides. Meaning
Using the Enneagram in Prayer By Suzanne Zuercher Presents the various methods of prayer which can be used by the nine personality types of the Enneagram. You
Why the Dalai Lama Matters By Robert Thurman A bold and visionary book about the peaceful and hopeful role that the Dalai Lama can play in resolving the conflict between China and Tibet. Peace
Why Is God Laughing? By Deepak Chopra A parable about a comedian and his spiritual journey that serves to illustrate the path to joy and optimism. Meaning
Pope John XXIII By Jean Maalouf An exquisite collection of the writings of Pope John XXIII. Faith
Understanding A Course in Miracles By D. Patrick Miller A substantive and illuminating overview of the spiritual path that has become a movement in our time. Love
Family Activism By Roberto Vargas Contains many ideas that families can use to make a change in their communities. Transformation
The Gift of Grief By Matthew Gewirtz A felicitous book by a rabbi on the lessons we can learn in our grief. Transformation
From Brokenness to Community By Jean Vanier The Wit Lectures at Harvard Divinity School by the founder of a movement of service to people with mental disabilities. Compassion
The Monk Upstairs By Tim Farrington An enjoyable read with interesting and engaging characters who spur us to think more seriously about love, faith, and death. Love
Plant Seed, Pull Weed By Geri Larkin Wise and entertaining Buddhist advice on spiritual qualities and practices to nurture the garden of your life. Nurturing
Honoring Motherhood By Lynn L. Caruso An inspiring and handy spiritual collection that celebrates the many different aspects of motherhood. Reverence
Conscious Love By Richard Smoley A celebration of the Christian brand of unconditional love over the transactional love of the world. Love