Book Reviews

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In Constant Prayer By Robert Benson An irresistible affirmation of the ancient Christian practice of the daily office as a devotional expression of prayer without ceasing. Devotion
Finding Our Way Again By Brian D. McLaren A dramatic and adventuresome emergent form of everyday Christian spirituality based on seven ancient practices. Faith
In the Eye of the Storm By Gene Robinson Explains his understanding and vision of Christianity as a religion of liberation Faith
Your Personal Renaissance By Diane Dreher Outlines steps on the path of transformation. Transformation
Being with Dying By Joan Halifax An extraordinary collection of teachings, personal stories, meditations and spiritual practices on being with dying. Being Present
Soul Fire By Thomas Ryan Challenges us to use the last stages of our life as a chance to express our creativity. Imagination
Focused and Fearless By Shaila Catherine Makes a good case for the benefits of meditation. Attention
Stoking the Creative Fires By Phil Cousineau A soulful examination of all the depths and riches of the process of creativity. Imagination
The Joy of Family Traditions By Jennifer Trainer Thompson A wonderful and diverse collection of family rituals, celebrations, holidays, and special occasions. Joy
Comfort and Joy By Colette Lafia A treasure trove of comforts that bring pleasure, satisfaction, and meaning into our lives. Nurturing
The Old Tea Seller By Baisao, Norman Waddell Poems, memoirs, and letters of an eighteenth-century Zen priest and tea seller. Being Present
Conversations on Religion By Chris Wilkinson, Mick Gordon Interviews with 18 thinkers on the nature of religion. Faith
Prayers for the New Social Awakening By Christian Iosso, Elizabeth Hinson-Hasty A collection of nearly 100 prayers on social justice themes. Devotion
The Wise Heart By Jack Kornfield An exploration and explanation of the riches, breadth, and depth of Buddhist psychology. Transformation
As We Knew Him By Ann Overton, Michael Moran Essays paying tribute to the life and ministry of M. Basil Pennington (1931 - 2005), Cistercian monk and priest, author, and a founder of the Centering Prayer Movement. Faith
Life Is Sweet By Addie Johnson Stories, quotes, aphorisms, ideas, and exercises to find happiness in your everyday life. Joy
Christ of the Celts By John Philip Newell Challenges Christians to reframe our views of Christ, nature, and others in light of the wisdom of Celtic spirituality. Yearning
Vinegar into Honey By Ron Leifer Buddhist practices and approaches for dealing with the tide of violence in our time. Transformation
Wrestling with the Angel of Democracy By Susan Griffin A meditation on democracy that blends history, biography, cultural criticism, and memoir. Meaning
The Power of Forgiveness By Kenneth Briggs A companion volume to the documentary by Martin Doblmeier that sheds light on the elusive, mysterious and powerful spiritual practice of forgiveness. Forgiveness