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This is a college level textbook for an introduction to religion course. Its authors are all professors in the religion department of Le Moyne College, a Jesuit school in New York. They introduce reli

Offering both a concise introduction to the spiritual vision of the mystic and scientist Pierre Teilhard de Chardin and a fascinating survey of contemporary themes in spirituality through a “Teilhardi

This personal commentary on the Apostle’s Creed, drawn from the writings and homilies of Pope Francis, offers a moving and incomparable introduction to the Christian faith.

"This comprehensive book offers a concise overview of the development of missiology over the last century, an introduction to its characteristic methodologies, and insight into the kinds of questions

An introduction to Catholic social teaching that focuses on the spirit of Catholic social thought in our twenty-first century and includes the recent encyclicals of Benedict XVI.Written in accessible

For the 25th anniversary of Thomas Merton's birth, a fresh introduction to his life and work.Thomas Merton, the Trappist monk, poet, spiritual writer, and social critic, remains many years after his d

Updated from the 1997 original, with new autobiographical information and a new introduction and conclusion.A history and analysis of Asian theologies, both past and present, with a critical eye towar

A selection of short pieces, poems, and excerpts exemplify the philosophy of venerable American Jesuit peace and justice activist Berrigan (b. 1921). John Dear provides an introduction on Berrigan's l

Here author and educator Myers includes the preface for the original 1988 edition along with a new introduction by Sam Wells, and the full text, explaining his strategy and multidisciplinary "socio-hi

Anthropology for Christian Witness serves as a thorough, basic introduction to the study of anthropology that has been designed specifically for those who plan careers in mission or cross-cultural mi

We may live in close proximity to others, yet true neighborly connection eludes us. Our communities face extreme segregation by wealth, race, ability, and more. How can we reclaim the meaning of "neighbor" and resuscitate the radical power of Jesus' command to love our neighbor? In this book, Joe Blosser, Executive Director of the Center for Community Engagement, offers new practices of neighbor love to help Christians support just and loving communities. He guides us to live in solidarity with others across differences, exercise sufficiency in our economic lives, and care for the sustainability of our planet and communities. When we align the impacts of our lives with these practices, we foster the shared sense of common good, mutual responsibility, and interconnectedness that Jesus intended. In a world where "neighbor" has become as meaningless as "friend" on Facebook, this book provides a compelling vision for neighboring and radical systemic change that enacts true justice and love

Complementing The Imitation of Christ, Thomas à Kempis's devotional classic of the 15th Century, with a message that speaks to our own time, Boff sets out a manual based on the following of Jesus, an

This personal narrative tells the story of two survivors of the Rwandan genocide of 1994 who managed to escape to what is now famous as the Hotel Rwanda. At once a love story and a harrowing inside lo

Peter Feldmeier explores connections and divergences between Buddhist and Christian spirituality by utilizing Christian figures like Meister Eckhart and St. John of the Cross to reflect upon Buddhist

Building on his experience as founder of JustFaith, a parish-based program for adult Catholics, Jezreel presents the case for how to renew parish life by promoting lay ministry with an outward mission

This collection of the Pope’s writings and talks on the plight of migrants and refugees shows his deep knowledge and concern. It points out how followers of Christ are obliged to understand the root c

The wisdom of paleontology is creating a revolution that is likely to shake many inherited Christian beliefs, including the doctrine of Original Sin. This book does not set out to dispel the notion of

In his new apostolic exhortation, Pope Francis issues an inspiring reminder of the universal call to holiness. All are called to holiness, each in our own way.

Through the lens of Christology, a new approach to the theology of religions.

This book offers a profound reflection on Pope Francis's mission to go to the margins in Christian history -- from the early Church, to the program of St. Francis, the Worker Priests in France, and t

Longtime activist John Dear invites us to return to nonviolence as a way of life and a living solidarity with Mother Earth and her creatures.

An essential, lively, and comprehensive guide to spiritual direction: how it works, how to get it, how it is life changing – for those who are interested in growing spiritually and for their spiritual

An inspirational firsthand account of the first year of “Arrupe College,” a new educational venture in Chicago that offers free community college education to underprivileged students.

In this volume, leading scholars in ethics, theology, and health care address conscience and how it relates to Catholic health care. Topics addressed include end-of-life care, abortion, and sterilizat

Inspired by the words of the prophet Michah to act justly, love tenderly, and walk humbly before God, the author describes how we realize our vocation to holiness as it is expressed throughout the var

From mourning to discernment, from invitation to intimacy, and from community to the charge to go forth and witness, this work seeks a fuller understanding of the Eucharist through the story of the di

Panikkar’s justly famous text on Christ and mysticism offers the attentive reader a way to experience the mystical depths of life.

Through these accounts of Pope Francis’s morning homilies offered at daily Mass in the chapel of St. Martha’s Guesthouse from March 2014 to June 2014, it is now possible for those not present to exper

This book asks (and answers) an important question: How do we encourage and empower activists and scholars to work for environmental sustainability?

A collection of commissioned essays by leading ethicists that seeks to deepen contemporary understandings of, and approaches to, immigration, globalization, refugee crises, and the ethical and moral c

Based on responses to the Emmy- award-winning film Journey of the Universe, the authors seek to enhance ecological consciousness and commitment to the flourishing of the Earth community.

Now in paperback, fifty selected images by renowned icon-painter William Hart McNichols are illuminated by Mirabai Starr’s lyrical prose-poems to help make the eternal figure of Mary vibrantly accessi

An anthology of inspired readings from cherished writers to enrich you every day of the seasonFrom the first day of Advent through Christmas Eve to the Epiphany, these 45 readings from beloved writers

This book is especially written for young people who want to understand more about what service means in Christian perspective. It is addressed to people whose experience in service has led them to wa

"It's paradoxical that the idea of living a long life appeals to everyone, but the idea of getting old doesn't appeal to anyone." --Andy RooneyThe purpose of this treasure map to living with enthusias

The Task of Theology presents a rare opportunity to read and reflect upon the thought of some of the most prominent voices in contemporary theology in one volume. Eight essays responding to the title

When we speak of the “environmental crisis” facing the planet, we reduce the coming catastrophe to a physical problem. In Rediscovering Our Home, Joshtrom Kureethadam seeks to extend the current under