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Spirituality and Religion September 2017
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Talking God: Philosophers on Belief
by Gary Gutting
In Talking God, University of Notre Dame philosophy professor Gary Gutting collects 12 interviews (which first appeared in the New York Times philosophy blog The Stone) with other philosophers about the nature of belief and theism. Each philosopher explains his or her reasons for being an atheist, an agnostic, or a believer. In order to avoid slanting his philosophical sample toward the Judeo-Christian tradition, Gutting includes interviews with people from other faith traditions: Islam, Buddhism, and Hinduism. You'll find a range of carefully considered views on the intersection of philosophy and religion in these "approachable, civilized discussions about the existence of God" (Kirkus Reviews, starred review).
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Lies we believe about God
by William P Young
The best-selling author of Cross Roads presents a conversational exploration of the misunderstandings people have and share about God, offering compassionate anecdotes that explore topics ranging from sin and politics to identity and creation.
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The five invitations : discovering what death can teach us about living fully
by Frank Ostaseski
The co-founder of the Zen Hospice Project and pioneer behind the compassionate care movement shares an inspiring exploration of the lessons of the dying that can help others live better by prioritizing the author's "Five Invitations" about being more receptive to friendship, approaching challenges with wholeness and making time for rest.
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Life's work : from the trenches, a moral argument for choice
by Willie Parker
An outspoken Christian reproductive-justice advocate draws on his experiences as a physician and abortion provider to trace his fundamentalist upbringing in the American South while explaining why he believes that helping women in need without judgment is in accordance with Christian values.
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Great Books You Might Have Missed
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| Unashamed by Lecrae, with Jonathan MerrittPopular, Grammy-winning Christian hip hop artist Lecrae was raised by his single mother. Though there were positive influences in his life, he experienced instability, abuse, and neglect, engaging in criminal activities throughout his teen years. Rap provided an outlet for his creativity; Christianity rescued him from crime when he was 19 and gave him a new focus for his music career. Unashamed offers Lecrae's reflections on the negative aspects of his early life, revealing how he decided to become a positive influence on younger people. Publishers Weekly calls this memoir a "wonderfully inspirational and entertaining story." |
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Between heaven & the real world : my story
by Steven Curtis Chapman
Christian music legend Steven Curtis Chapman shares an intimate account of his person life, his family relationships and the stories behind some of the most beloved songs of his iconic career.
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My life, my love, my legacy
by Coretta Scott King
The wife of Martin Luther King Jr., founder of the King Center for Nonviolent Social Change and singular 20th-century American civil rights activist presents her full life story, as told before her death to one of her closest confidants.
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Bella's gift : how one little girl transformed our family and inspired a nation
by Rick Santorum
Rick and Karen Santorum share the inspiring story of life with their special-needs youngest child.On May3, 2008, the Santorum family welcomed their eighth child into the world. Isabella Maria was born with a rare genetic condition called Trisomy8, or Edward's Syndrome. Only0 percent of children with Trisomy8 are born alive, and 90 percent of those children do not make it to their first birthday. Faced with these bleak statistics, doctors told the family to prepare for Bella's death. Instead, they chose to celebrate her life.Over the next six miraculous years, the Santorum family adjusted to life with a special needs girl-and watched her transform the lives of everyone around her. In many days of sickness and joy, she became an inspiration to her community and, ultimately, to the nation. Bella's Gift details the peaks and valleys, the joys and sufferings, and the incredible value of life with a special needs child. In a world that often measures worth according to usefulness, Bella's story is a reminder that our real value lies in our capacity to love.
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Contact your librarian for more great books!
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Brandon, Mississippi 39042
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http://www.cmrls.lib.ms.us
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