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The Heart of Christianity By Marcus J. Borg A bellwether work that sets out in cogent, compassionate, and imaginative terms the direction of the Christian way in difficult times. Faith
The Language of Silence By Peter-Damian Belisle Provides an illuminating overview of this spiritual practice. Silence
Following Muhammad By Carl W. Ernst Challenges us to respect the multiple meanings of this rich and diverse religious tradition. Hospitality
Choosing Civility By Pier Massimo Forni Establishes the importance of kindness, courtesy, and manners in everyday life. Kindness
Healing Lazarus By Lewis Richmond Part memoir and part teaching on the lessons accompanying a healing journey. Teachers
Knitting into the Mystery By Susan S. Izard, Susan S. Jorgensen Demonstrates the soul-making capacity of this service of nurturing. Nurturing
The Wisdom Way of Knowing By Cynthia Bourgeault A bold and visionary work reclaiming the lost cosmology of Wisdom. You
Crones Don't Whine By Jean Shinoda Bolen An enlightening and winning little volume calling all women in the third phase of life after menopause to become crones. Zeal
Meinrad Craighead: Crow Mother and The Dog God By Meinrad Craighead 250 reproductions of the paintings of this visionary artist, along with a generous selection of her writings. Vision
The Holy Way By Paula Huston Good guidance from ancient and contemporary Christians for those looking to simplify their life and practice. Devotion
Simplicity By Richard Rohr A collection of sermons and lectures proclaiming the necessity of interpreting the Gospel in terms of working for justice. Justice
Genesis By Robert Farrar Capon Celebrates the goodness of the world and the dominance of grace in the affairs of men and women. Grace
Sor Juana By Michelle A. Gonzalez Explores this Mexican nun's ample contributions to theology, feminism, and the creative dimensions of poetry. Beauty
The Radiation Sonnets By Jane Yolen Forty poems that vent the author's whirlwind of feelings about the challenging ordeal of radiation.
Contact with God By Anthony de Mello Prayer practices along with meditation exercises using your imagination. Faith
Songs of Love and War By Sayd Bahodine Majrouh Brief selections that come across as a cry from the heart. Shadow
Lost in Wonder By Esther de Waal A spiritual retreat for those yearning to see the world and themselves afresh. Wonder
With Burning Hearts By Henri J. M. Nouwen Makes a good case for the spiritual practice of gratitude. Gratitude
G. K. Chesterton By G. K. Chesterton, William Griffin An eclectic crosscut of selections from the pen of this prolific and eccentric Christian. Imagination
Finding Our True Home By Thich Nhat Hanh Presents teachings of living in the present moment which are at the heart of Pure Land Buddhism. Being Present