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Home with God: in a life that never ends : a wondrous message of love in a final conversation with God
By Neale Donald Walsch. 2006
Author of the "Conversations with God" books explores death, dying, and the afterlife. Walsch states that his dialogue with God,…
addressing life's purpose and passing, reveals that death is a joyful, peaceful experience - not an end, but an act of creation. 2006.Spirituality and ageing
By Albert Jewell. 1999
This work presents the experience of ageing as an opportunity for spiritual reflection and affirmation of life. The contributors are…
religious and spiritual leaders and ethical thinkers from a range of backgrounds. They define "spirituality" not just as a religious concept but as an answer to the natural human need for purpose, values and relationships - a sense of wholeness in life.Finding time for serenity: every woman's book of days
By Barbara Cawthorne Crafton. 2004
A new earth: awakening to your life’s purpose
By Eckhart Tolle. 2006
Embark on the Inner Journey
By Pujya Gurudevshri Rakeshbhai, Atmarpit Snehal Shah. 2011
Discourses are one of the most effective means of making the Guru's vision one's own. This book is comprised of…
four discourses out of the many spiritually empowering discourses given by Pujyashri Gurudev through the decades. The teachings are an in-depth exposition of the sacred text Shrimad Rajchandra, devotedly known as 'Vachanamrutji' - a compilation of the teachings of Shrimad Rajchandraji. 2011.Living among headstones: life in a country cemetery
By Shannon Applegate. 2005
In 1997, Shannon Applegate was bequeathed a small cemetery in western Oregon. The neglected five acres were not only the…
burial site for generations of her family but also the designated resting ground for many in the nearby, down-on-its-luck logging town. Living Among Headstones chronicles the author's experiences as sexton of this sacred land: she finds herself plotting graves, consoling families, and confronting the funeral industry. Filled with humor, singular events, pathos, and unexpected smiles, and written in a meditative tone, Living Among Headstones is more than a memoir of one woman's experience at a rural cemetery: it is an expansive look at how death has been treated through the centuries, and a meditation on how we long for our loved ones to have a continuing place in our world. Ultimately, as the author and we learn, only an understanding of death can give us an appreciation of lifeThe art of stillness: adventures in going nowhere (Ted Bks.)
By Pico Iyer. 2014
Journalist and travel writer Iyer talks about the benefits of disconnecting, staying put, and being still. Taking examples as widely…
disparate as Gandhi and Proust, he reveals how stillness can spark creativity and relieve stress. 2014Coanchor of Nightline and Good Morning America recounts his recreational drug use and 2004 nationally televised panic attack that--coupled with…
overextension at work and his stint covering religion--prompted him to practice meditation, which he asserts led to increased calm, focus, and happiness in his life. Some strong language. Bestseller. 2014The book of forgiving: the fourfold path for healing ourselves and our world
By Desmond Tutu, Mpho Tutu. 2014
Nobel Peace Prize laureate and his daughter, both Anglican priests, discuss the process and benefits of forgiving. Contrasts the revenge…
cycle versus the forgiveness cycle. Includes meditations, rituals, and exercises to assist the reader. 2014Indie spiritualist: a no bullshit exploration of spirituality
By Chris Grosso. 2014
Grosso began exploring spiritual paths as he cycled through recovery efforts from drug addiction, and eventually created the Indie Spiritualist…
website. Chronicles his explorations of diverse religions and advocates honoring individual spiritual truth. Includes suggested meditations and practices for investigating personal spirituality. Strong language. 2014Help, thanks, wow: the three essential prayers
By Anne Lamott. 2012
The author of Some Assembly Required (BR 19493) and Operating Instructions (BR 10274) reflects on the spiritual concepts of powerlessness,…
gratitude, and wonder. Focuses on the importance of prayer in her life. Bestseller. 2012Essential manners for men: what to do, when to do it, and why
By Peter Post. 2012
Emily Post Institute director presents a men's guide to behavior in personal, social, and employment roles--updated for the digital age.…
Offers advice on making introductions, understanding etiquette, dating, entertaining, handling business manners, and more. Includes anecdotes. Young adult appeal. 2008The lonely man of faith
By Joseph Dov Soloveitchik. 2006
Essay originally published in the journal Tradition discusses the loneliness of a person of faith in a utilitarian world. References…
scripture, including contradictory accounts of Adam's creation, to explain the human dilemma of opposing needs--transcendental solitude and existential togetherness--and the turmoil that results. Foreword, 2006, by David Shatz. 1965A course in weight loss: 21 spiritual lessons for surrendering your weight forever
By Marianne Williamson. 2010
Author offers holistic techniques to integrate mind, body, and spirit to fight obesity. Discusses the connection between spirituality and weight…
loss and illustrates ways to retrain one's mind to break the cycle of overeating, dieting, and shame. Bestseller. 2010Walking with Jesus: a way forward for the Church
By Francis I. 2015
Leader of the Roman Catholic Church at the time of publication outlines a path for individuals and religious institutions that…
centers Jesus and his teachings in their lives. Discusses the Gospels, sacraments, spiritual development, ways of witnessing, and pastoral guidance. Includes a foreword by the Archbishop of Chicago, Blase Cupich. 2015A lifetime of wisdom: embracing the way God heals you
By Joni Eareckson Tada. 2009
The founder of a Christian disability advocacy organization, herself quadriplegic, uses biblical scripture to explain the contradictions between misfortune and…
God's goodness. Describes her response to her own teenage accident and her state of mind forty years later. Advocates living in the "now" and discusses reasons for suffering. 2009Joan: the mysterious life of the heretic who became a saint
By Donald Spoto. 2007
Theologian presents an account of the life of Joan of Arc (c. 1412-1431), accused heretic and canonized saint. Quoting from…
translated trial records, the author examines Joan's actions, words, and faith in the context of fifteenth-century France. Posits Joan's relevance as a "prophetic witness" for the twenty-first century. 2007Happy for no reason: 7 steps to being happy from the inside out
By Marci Shimoff, Carol Kline. 2008
Author presents a holistic approach to finding lasting happiness. Describes a seven-step program corresponding to personal power, mind, heart, body,…
soul, purpose, and relationships--as well as twenty-one associated "happiness habits" and exercises. Includes inspirational accounts and tips on applying principles to daily life. Foreword by Jack Canfield. 2008The reason for God: belief in an age of skepticism
By Timothy Keller. 2008
Presbyterian minister uses literature, philosophy, and pop culture to offer his reasons for believing in God unconditionally. Discusses the notion…
of one true religion, scientific refutation of Christianity, social injustice, and suffering. Presents justification for faith and discusses the knowledge of God and the problem of sin. 2008Reposition yourself: living life without limits
By T. D. Jakes. 2007
Bishop Jakes offers advice on how to succeed and prosper by reassessing one's life and positioning oneself for the future.…
Jakes uses scripture and personal experience to illustrate the connection between faith, good works, and responsibility. Foreword by Dr. Phil McGraw. Bestseller. 2007