Book Reviews

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The Executed God By Mark Lewis Taylor A morally rigorous Christian work condemning the failures of the prison system in America. Justice
Lit from Within By Victoria Moran Salutes this enhancer of life and the various ways it can be nurtured. Beauty
The Silent Cry By Dorothee Soelle A sturdy, ecumenical, cross-cultural, and multi-religious perspective on the intertwining of mysticism and political action. Justice
Pilgrim Heart By Sarah York Demonstrates the value of an open and receptive heart -- especially in the face of the unfamiliar and the unexpected. Questing
The Way of a Pilgrim By Gleb Pokrovsky Offers a new translation and commentary on a classic of Russian spirituality. Devotion
Here I Stand By John Shelby Spong A hard-hitting and large-souled memoir. Faith
The Signs of God By Llewellyn Vaughan-Lee An engaging overview of the requirements of living the mystical life today. Love
The Global Soul By Pico Iyer A dazzling collection of essays on the anxieties of living in a borderless world. Openness
The Direct Path By Andrew Harvey Critiques the guru system and then offers instruction in sacred practices that can help us draw closer to God and commit to political, social, sexual, and economic transformation. Devotion
My Grandfather's Blessings By Rachel Naomi Remen A masterwork filled with stories of strength, refuge and belonging. Gratitude
The Mystic Heart By Wayne Teasdale A pathbreaking work on religious hospitality. Hospitality
The Seeker's Guide to the Rosary By Liz Kelly A presentation of the history, meaning, and practice of this devotional discipline. Devotion
Spiritual Questions for the Twenty-First Century By Mary Hembrow Snyder Essays by twenty-five contributors on the eclectic works of this Benedictine sister and her socially engaged vision of Christianity. Questing
Crossing the Unknown Sea By David Whyte Examines the union of work and soul, yearning and satisfaction. You
Finding Your Religion By Scotty McLennan An intriguing book on the different stages of faith and the spiritual practice of hospitality. Faith
The Power of Affirmative Faith By Bruce G. Epperly Twenty-eight affirmations to help Christians and others to put their faith into action. Faith
Transforming Problems into Happiness By Lama Zopa Rinpoche Presents mind training techniques that will enable you to transform problems into happiness. Teachers
A Sabbath Life By Kathleen Hirsch Writes about midlife transformations and the spiritual practice of silence. Questing
Zen 24/7 By Philip Toshio Sudo A master teacher of the way of enlightenment makes everyday spirituality come alive. Being Present
Desert Wisdom By Yushi Nomura A wonderful illustrated collection of the teachings of these fourth and fifth century hermits. Devotion