Book Reviews

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The Journal of Hildegard of Bingen By Barbara Lachman, Hildegard of Bingen A fictional work which imagines a year in the life of this 12th century abbess. Faith
St. Francis and the Foolishness of God By Marie Dennis, et. al. Proves that this holy figure still exerts a strong hold on the hearts and minds of contemporary Christians. Peace
The Radical Tradition By Gilbert Markus A look at the work of 16 subversive believers. Justice
Simply Sane By Gerald G. May Discusses the soulful value of self, trust, compassion, prayer, and gentleness. Compassion
Journeying With Julian By C. Hugh Hildesley Examines the life and work of this 14th century anchoress. Vision
The Awakened Heart By Gerald G. May Explains spiritual practice as an antidote to this problem. Love
Mystical Christianity By John A. Sanford An intriguing and enlightening interpretation of the fourth gospel. X-The Mystery
Touching Peace By Thich Nhat Hanh Delves into the many benefits of mindful breathing and awareness. Peace
Chapter and Verse By Mike Bryan A behind-the-scenes look at what goes on in a classroom of an evangelical Bible College in Dallas, Texas. Zeal
One Minute Nonsense By Anthony de Mello A collection of teaching stories by the Master, a teacher representing many traditions. Teachers
Meaning and Medicine By Larry Dossey Explores the link between illness, wellness and the mind-body connection. Meaning
Rainbow Tribe By Ed McGaa The meaning of seven Mother Earth ceremonies of Native Americans and an invitation for other races to benefit from them. Devotion
The Miracle of Mindfulness By Thich Nhat Hanh A classic on the spiritual practice of attention. Attention
Ordinarily Sacred By Lynda Sexson A dazzling book on finding spiritual meaning in everyday life. Imagination
Listening to Your Life By Frederick Buechner A collection of excerpts from this minister-writer's many works. Attention
Awareness By Anthony de Mello A course in spiritual life by this dynamic priest. Attention
Refuge By Terry Tempest Williams A beautiful, brooding, and hopeful book about the enduring links between family, change, loss, and the natural world. Attention
Age of Iron By J. M. Coetzee A novel about a retired classics professor in South Africa who is dying of cancer. Justice
Mariette In Ecstasy By Ron Hansen Examines how intense spirituality and mystery can be a threat to institutions. X-The Mystery
An Occasion of Sin By Andrew M. Greeley A novel which sheds new light on sainthood. Teachers