Book Reviews

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Good Neighbors By Nancy L. Rosenblum A creative and enlightening book on neighbors, democratic public life, and the rigors and toxins of politics in America Hope
In Search of Wisdom By Matthieu Ricard, Christophe Andre, Alexandre Jollien Wisdom shared by three accomplished teachers who have a firm grasp on what is important. Meaning
Unbelievable By John Shelby Spong Ways of reshaping and renewing twenty-first century Christianity Faith
Being Black By Angel Kyodo Williams A Zen teacher's perspective on Buddhist teachings, including how to be a bridge-builder. Grace
Creation and the Cross By Elizabeth A. Johnson A theologian's argument for a cosmic redemption in a time of ecological devastation. Love
Radical Love By Omid Safi Terse and wondrous poems from the mystical Islamic path Love
The Art of the Wasted Day By Patricia Hampl A good case for daydreaming, reverie, and solitude. Being Present
Midwives of an Unnamed Future By Mary Ruth Broz, Barbara Flynn A spiritually rich collection of mini-retreats for women seeking transformation and personal renewal. Devotion
Spiritual Places By Sarah Baxter A beautifully illustrated tour of the spiritual significance of sites around the world. Devotion
Everyday Gratitude By Saoirse McClory, Kristi Nelson, Margaret Wakeley (editors) A daybook with quotes and questions to help you discover the blessings in your life. Gratitude
The Little Book of Christian Mysticism By Carl McColman A profound little book with nuggets of wisdom from Christian mystics across the centuries. X-The Mystery
Grateful By Diana Butler Bass A celebration of the spiritual practice of gratitude as a heart opener, a soulful adventure, and a meaning maker in political circles. Gratitude
Native Echoes By Kent Nerburn Captivating meditations on the poetics of place and the Native American path of walking in beauty. Listening
Gratefulness By Susan Muto A summary of approaches that help us grow in love and gratitude. Gratitude
Transforming Communities By Sandhya Rani Jha An inspiring vision of how people are affecting community reform and renewal. Transformation
What Are We Doing Here? By Marilynne Robinson The award-winning writer's profound takes on American history, politics, and theology. Meaning
A World of Three Zeroes By Muhammad Yunus A visionary work mixing activism and optimism. Vision
Kahlil Gibran's Little Book of Life By Neil Douglas-Klotz, Kahlil Gibran Spiritual musings on the pulsating soul and the energized world. Meaning
Ten Poems for Difficult Times By Roger Housden A top-drawer collection of poems to cling to as life rafts. Meaning
The Journey Never Ends By Mary Petrosky A guide to a valuable way of passing on our deepest self to family and friends. Faith