The Spirituality of Men by Philip L. Culbertson @ Religion & Spirituality

The Spirituality of Men by Philip L. Culbertson
This is a collection of reflections on spirituality from a diverse handful of American adult men who find themselves at home in the Christian faith.

AUTHOR: Philip L. Culbertson
PUBLISHER: Augsburg Fortress, Publishers
FORMAT: Paperback
CATEGORY: Religion & Spirituality

The Hispanic Challenge by Manuel Ortiz
The Sleeping Giant is the fastest-growing minority group in the U.S. - the Hispanic community. Hispanics, especially Puerto Ricans, Cubans and Mexicans, are changing society and the church. As a second-generation Puerto Rican, born and reared in El Barrio of New York City, Manuel Ortiz knows firsthand what it is like to be a Hispanic in the U.S. As a sociologist, he recognizes the exciting potential for the future of the church - if leadership development is undertaken. Ortiz first explores the unique needs and concerns of Hispanics in the U.S. Then he turns to key missiological issues, including Protestant-Catholic relationships, justice, racial reconciliation and ecclesiastical structures. Ortiz has interviewed numerous Hispanic leaders working in a variety of contexts and describes their models for ministry. Finally, the book focuses on leadership training and education, with a particular emphasis on developing second-generation leadership. The sleeping giant must not be ignored. This is a book that will awaken awareness of the possibilities of the Hispanic church.

AUTHOR: Manuel Ortiz
PUBLISHER: InterVarsity Press
FORMAT: Paperback
CATEGORY: Religion & Spirituality

Unbreakable Bonds by Cheryl Meier, Paul Meier
Description not available.Outlines the steps for building healthy lasting relationships, citing a disconnection with God as the cause of such problems as depression and addiction, and offering advice on how to find freedom from a painful past.

AUTHOR: Cheryl Meier, Paul Meier
PUBLISHER: Baker Books
FORMAT: Hardcover
CATEGORY: Religion & Spirituality

One Dharma by Joseph Goldstein, Dalai Lama XIV
Description not available.Looks at the history of Buddhism and explores the central teachings and practices of Western Buddhism.

AUTHOR: Joseph Goldstein, Dalai Lama XIV
PUBLISHER: HarperSanFrancisco
FORMAT: Paperback
CATEGORY: Religion & Spirituality

God's Best Secrets by Andrew Murray
In this devotional, Andrew Murray shares the personal revelation that he gained from spending quiet time alone with God. Discover the secrets of fellowship, prayer, faith, and more as you enter into the wonderful privileges that are open to you in God's Best Secrets.

AUTHOR: Andrew Murray
PUBLISHER: Whitaker House
FORMAT: Paperback
CATEGORY: Religion & Spirituality

The New Buddhism by James William Coleman
In our multicultural society, faiths formerly seen as exotic have become attractive alternatives for many people seeking more satisfying spiritual lives. This is especially true of Buddhism, which is the focus of constant media attention--thanks at least in part to celebrity converts, major motion pictures, and the popularity of the Dalai Lama. Following this recent trend in the West, author James Coleman argues that a new and radically different form of this ancient faith is emerging. THE NEW BUDDHISM sheds new light on this recent evolution of Buddhist practice in the West. After briefly recounting the beginnings and spread of Buddhism in the East, Coleman chronicles its reinterpretation by key Western teachers in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, ranging from the British poet Sir Edwin Arnold to the Beat writer Alan Watts. Turning to the contemporary scene, he finds that Western teachers have borrowed liberally from different Buddhist traditions that never intersect in their original contexts. Men and women practice together as equals; ceremonies and rituals are simpler, more direct, and not believed to have magical effects. Moreover, the new Buddhism has made the path of meditation and spiritual awakening available to everyone, not just an elite cadre of monks. Drawing on interviews with noted teachers and lay practitioners, as well as a survey completed by members of seven North American Buddhist centers, Coleman depicts the colorful variety of new Buddhists today, from dilettantes to devoted students and the dedicated teachers who guide their spiritual progress. He also details the problems that have arisen because of some Western influences--especially with regard to gender roles, sex, and power. Exploring the appeal of this exotic faith in postmodern society and questioning its future in a global consumer culture, THE NEW BUDDHISM provides a thorough and fascinating guide to Western Buddhism today.

AUTHOR: James William Coleman
PUBLISHER: Oxford University Press, Incorporated
FORMAT: Paperback
CATEGORY: Religion & Spirituality