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InterVarsity Press The Art of Christmas: Meditations on the Birth of
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£13.29
Hendrickson Publishers Inc Sketches of Jewish Social Life Updated Edition
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£18.94
Orbis Books (USA) The Road to Emmaus: Pilgrimage as a Way of Life
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£15.27
NavPress Praise Habit
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£11.39
NavPress Renovation of the Heart for Students
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£13.29
Ignatius Press The Hidden Manna: A Theology of the Eucharist
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£17.09
Baker Publishing Group Cross–Shattered Christ – Meditations on the Seven
Book SynopsisIn this small but powerful book, renowned theologian Stanley Hauerwas offers a moving reflection on Jesus's final words from the cross. Touching in original and surprising ways on subjects such as praying the Psalms and our need to be remembered by Jesus, Hauerwas emphasizes Christ's humanity as well as the sheer "differentness" of God. Ideal for personal devotion during Lent and throughout the church year, this book offers a transformative reading of Jesus's words that goes directly to the heart of the gospel. Now in paperback.Table of ContentsForewordIntroduction1. The First Word2. The Second Word3. The Third Word4. The Fourth Word5. The Fifth Word6. The Sixth Word7. The Seventh WordOn Creating the Artwork for This Book
£15.07
University of Scranton Press Becoming a Bar Mitzvah: A Treasury of Stories
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£26.88
University of Scranton Press Becoming a Bar Mitzvah: A Treasury of Stories
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£29.16
Lantern Books,US The Way of the Prisoner: Breaking the Chains of
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£16.14
Sounds True Inc Christian Meditation: Practice and Teachings for
Book SynopsisMining Christianity's own lineage of contemplatives and mystics, the author guides listeners through a course of original meditations and other practices, fully illuminating the 2,000-year-old Christian path to inner transformation and unity with the divine.
£45.00
Word Among Us Press The Divine Encounter: Meeting Jesus in
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£9.45
Ave Maria Press Jesus, Friend of My Soul: Reflections for the
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£12.56
American Institute of Musicology, Inc. Msd 54-2 Theodore Karp, an Introduction to the
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£66.50
Rose Publishing (CA) The Easter Story
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£6.36
Templeton Foundation Press,U.S. The Christmas Virtues: A Treasury of Conservative
Book SynopsisFrom the all-star cast that brought you The Seven Deadly Virtues and The Dadly Virtues comes the ultimate Christmas survival guide: The Christmas Virtues. The Christmas season is a minefield of terrors: The family get-togethers with weird uncles, the sloppy office parties, the annoying 10-page Look-at-Us holiday letters—and we haven’t even mentioned the Black Friday mobs and that wretched Alvin and the Chipmunks song that plays every 90 minutes on Pandora, whether you like it or not. Rum-pah-pah-pum. And don’t forget the PC police lurking around every corner looking to beat the last bits of joy and comradery out of our society. Merry Christmas? Really? But it doesn’t have to be this way. 'Tis the season to recapture the wonder of Christmas, in our hearts and in our homes and even out in the public square. The Christmas Virtues is a humorous companion for, and guide to, navigating the trials and tribulations of the holiday season. It’s a reminder of how we can embrace the joy, hope, and love of Christmas—of the real Christmas. And a call for us to stand up for Christmas because America needs it now, more than ever. So sit back and enjoy the following tales by your favorite authors: Rob Long’s "The Christmas Spirit: In Defense of Ebenezer Scrooge.” P. J. O’Rourke’s “The Commercialization of Christmas: God Moves (The Merchandise) in a Mysterious Way.” Andrew Ferguson’s “Jingle Bell Rock: Taking the Christ Out of Christmas Songs” Matt Labash’s “Home for the Holidays: The Trials and Tribulations of Family.” Stephen F. Hayes’ "here Comes Santa Claus: The Wonder of Christmas Morning." Toby Young’s “The ghosts of Christmas: Holidays Past and Present” Jonah Goldberg’s “The War on Christmas: It’s Real, and It’s Spectacular.” Christopher Buckley’s “Saint Joseph: The Forgotten ‘Father Christmas.’” Kirsten Powers’ “The first Noel: Christmas with Jesus.” James Lileks' "Boxing Day and the Christmas Hangover." And More Trade ReviewJonathan Last has provided an entertaining break to the holiday season in The Christmas Virtues: A Treasury of Conservative Tales for the Holidays… . The virtues part of The Christmas Virtues is often subtle, but through the stories and the prose, the reader can find a reminder of what really matters during the holiday season and what kinds of things we should just look past. Fighting the creeping commercialization and secularization of Christmas is the underlying theme of all of the essays, along with the need to come back to the basics of love, charity and the message of the Prince of Peace. We could all do a little better to not take ourselves so seriously during the holidays and focus more on the important parts.” —Wayne Parker, About Parenting“Here’s the thing. Not everything about the holiday season is wonderful and filled with cheer. We all know that. So, why sugarcoat it all? This all-star cast of writers got together, and rather than a Chicken Soup for the Soul type of book, has put together a compilation that truly hits the nail on the head about the holiday season.”“P.J. O’Rourke talks about the commercialization of Christmas, Joe Quennan shares his take on the artful tradition of Christmas cards. Matt Labash makes light of the antics of holiday family gatherings. But, don’t expect a bunch of funny, lighthearted stories that will keep you laughing, as some are serious and other will share a perspective you probably have never looked at Christmas from.”“I highly, highly recommend! 5 stars!”—Mommy Rantings Blog“This book is sure to be loved by anyone who embodies the season of Christmas – you undoubtedly know a few of these people. These friends and family members can be hard to gift-shop for, but consider this book your solution. Not only will you be giving them a humorous, enjoyable read, but you will be giving them memories and stories to keep them warm for many Christmas seasons to come.” —Jacqueline Isaacs, Conservative Book ClubTable of ContentsIntroduction The Miracle of Christmas / 3Jonathan V. Last Chapter 1: The Christmas Spirit In Defense of Ebenezer Scrooge / 15Rob LongChapter 2: The Commercialization of Christmas God Moves (the Merchandise) in a Mysterious Way / 23P. J. O’RourkeChapter 3: Season’s Greetings! Ten Simple Rules for Sending Christmas Cards / 33Joe QueenanChapter 4: Jingle Bell Rock Taking the Christ Out of Christmas Songs / 45Andrew FergusonChapter 5: Oh, Tannenbaum A Tradition Unlike Any Other / 54Christopher CaldwellChapter 6: The Nativity Stories The Best (and Worst) Christmas Movies Ever / 62Sonny BunchChapter 7: Home for the Holidays The Trials and Tribulations of Family / 70Matt LabashChapter 8: Saint Nicholas: Friend or Foe? A Document Dump from Santa’s Secret Email Server / 83David “Iowahawk” BurgeChapter 9: All Good Gifts Tickle Me Elmo and the Madness of Christmas Toys / 99Heather WilhelmChapter 10: Here Comes Santa Claus The Wonder of Christmas Morning / 108Stephen F. HayesChapter 11: The Ghosts of Christmas Holidays Past and Present / 117Toby YoungChapter 12: The War on Christmas It’s Real, and It’s Spectacular / 125Jonah GoldbergChapter 13: Jews Who Love Christmas We All Love Christmas Magic / 135Larry MillerChapter 14: I’m Dreaming of a Jewish Christmas Celebrating a Day You Don’t Really Share / 146Joseph EpsteinChapter 15: The Greatest of These Is Hope The Impossible Promises of Christmas / 155Michael GrahamChapter 16: Saint Joseph The Forgotten “Father Christmas” / 163Christopher BuckleyChapter 17: Mary, Mother of All The Real Miracles of the Virgin Birth Aren’t What You Think / 171Mollie HemingwayChapter 18: The First Noel Christmas with Jesus / 180Kirsten PowersChapter 19: The Day After The Illusion of Returning to Normal / 189James LileksAbout the Contributors / 199
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Shadow Mountain 12 Days of Christmas with Six Sisters' Stuff: 144
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£17.99
Paraclete Press Your Light Gives Us Hope: 24 Daily Practices for
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£14.24
Sophia Institute Press A Lenten Journey with Mother Mary
£13.46
North Atlantic Books,U.S. A Buddhist Journal: Guided Writing for Improving
Book SynopsisA guided journal that provides writing techniques and exercises that are matched with Buddhist meditation instructions and teachings.This guided journal uniquely combines personal writing and meditation, two of the most beneficial self-help processes available. The two practices augment each other naturally, and many Buddhist teachers recommend a practice journal, but many people don''t know how to approach structuring a practice that draws from the benefits of both. In this book, Beth Jacobs--who has taught and written extensively on both Buddhist psychology and therapeutic writing--provides a variety of writing techniques and exercises that are matched with specific Buddhist meditation instructions and teachings. She describes meditation practices and Buddhist concepts along with writing exercises that bring the material to life. Writers will find exercises that deepen their experiences in general and writing in particular. Meditators will find Buddhist concepts clarified and techniques expanded. All readers will discover a laboratory of writing as experimentation, with structures that open ideas, break habits, and combine experience in novel ways.
£20.52
Black Lawrence Press City of Skypapers
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£12.30
Rose Publishing 24 Easy-To-Do Family Ministry Holiday Events
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£18.99
Rockridge Press Joyous Advent: Family Christmas Devotional: Daily
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£10.44
Paraclete Press Let's Remember Your Baptism: Readings, Memories,
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£12.34
Paraclete Press All Creation Waits -- Gift Edition: The Advent
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£19.95
NavPress Publishing Group Intentional Year, The
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£14.24
NavPress Publishing Group Intentional Year Journal, The
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£12.88
Sophia Institute Press The Christmas Light
£15.26
Sophia Institute Press Praying with Jesus and Faustina During Lent: And
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£14.41
Sophia Institute Press Joseph's Donkey
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£15.26
New Growth Press Wonders of His Love: Finding Jesus in Isaiah,
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£12.34
Shambhala Publications Inc Wisdom Nectar: Dudjom Rinpoche's Heart Advice
Book SynopsisDudjom Rinpoche was one of the seminal figures in Tibetan Buddhism in the twentieth century, yet very few of his religious writings have been translated into English. This volume contains a generous selection of his inspiring teachings and writings, the core of which is a lengthy discussion of the entire path of Dzogchen, including key instructions on view, meditation, and conduct, along with direct advice on how to bring one''s experiences onto the path. Also included in this book in their entirety are the oral instructions, tantric songs, and songs of realization from His Holiness''s Collected Works, along with a generous selection of the aspiration and supplication prayers.
£27.20
Ave Maria Press 5-Minute Prayers Around the Advent Wreath
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£7.14
Ave Maria Press Behold: A Guided Advent Journal for Prayer and
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£11.35
WW Norton & Co The Ramadan Cookbook: 80 Delicious Recipes
Book SynopsisIn this cookbook, readers will find all the recipes they need to make Ramadan meals family-friendly and fuss-free. For Anisa Karolia—who is known for sharing her family’s traditional Indian and Malawi recipes—Ramadan, the month of fasting to celebrate the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, is about self-reflection, becoming closer to her religion, and sharing the holiday with loved ones. Of course, at Suhoor and Iftar, the pre-dawn and fast-breaking meals of Ramadan respectively, this sharing means dining together. From comforting classics like Masala Roast Chicken to fusion favorites like Cauliflower Manchurian, the recipes in The Ramadan Cookbook make it possible for readers to share simple, delicious recipes with family and friends. Beautifully photographed and featuring recipes for sides, chutneys, flatbreads, refreshments, and sweets, this book ensures that readers will eat well before and after fasting, as well as throughout the year.
£18.99
Sophia Institute Press Making a Holy Lent: 40 Meditations to Prepare You
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£11.66
Nimbus Publishing Ltd The Finest Tree: And Other Christmas Stories from Atlantic Canada
Book SynopsisCelebrate the holiday season with over twenty tales-true and make-believe-of Atlantic Canadian Christmases, past and present. Edited by Dan Soucoup (A Short History of Halifax), The Finest Tree showcases memories, traditions, and stories from all four Atlantic provinces. PEI's L. M. Montgomery brings Christmas to a group of train-bound strangers, while Gary L. Saunders turns to Christmastime to escape September writers' block in Newfoundland; Beatrice MacNeil details her magical journey to Christmas Mass in Cape Breton, while in rural New Brunswick Michael O. Nowlan and his father take their annual trip to town. Featuring these stories of homespun Christmas tradition and cheer from Atlantic Canada's finest authors, and plenty more, The Finest Tree will warm your heart on the coldest winter nights.
£16.10
Christian Focus Publications Ltd Created to Praise
Book SynopsisPraise is not just confined to worshipping in song in church. In fact as humans we are created to praise! This book covers praise in prayer, trials, everyday life, death and heaven in a chapter dedicated to each subject. Derek Prime writes in a straightforward, heart-warming way, including anecdotes and also quotes from other authors. Each chapter ends with a prayer, giving praise.
£11.13
Messianic Jewish Publishers Awakening: Articles and Stories about Jews and
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£8.79
Messianic Jewish Publishers Hagada Mesianico de Pascua La Guia de Preparacion
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£6.40
Messianic Jewish Publishers In Search of the Silver Lining: Where Is God in
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£10.99
Emerald Books,U.S. The Power of Prayer in a Believer's Life
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£12.61
Parallax Press Teachings on Love
Book SynopsisWeaving together traditional stories, personal experiences, and a deep understanding of the Buddha's way of mindful living, Thich Nhat Hanh provides step-by-step practices that foster understanding and intimacy in any relationship and extend our love even to those that cause us pain. Teachings on Love is a treasure-trove of guidance for couples, co-workers, or friends who wish to nourish the gift and strength of their relationships and deal creatively with their weaknesses and difficulties. We all yearn to experience a love that is deeper and more joyful. Teachings on Love provides a time-tested path that anyone can follow to nurture the deepest love in ourselves and others.With a new introductory chapter by Thich Nhat Hanh
£15.19
Acorn Press Acadian Christmas Traditions
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£18.95
ATF Press Don't Put Out the Burning Bush: Worship and
Book SynopsisExamines worship and preaching from a number of theological perspectives; Catholic, Baptist, Anglican, UnitingChurch and Greek Orthodox. It draws on the tradition of each of these denominations to examine the diversity of the liturgical worship and preaching in each tradition as each church addresses the needs and concerns of a complex world of technology and diversity. Each tradition tried in its own ways to address the concerns of the day but within its own theological perspective and traditions that have developed over time. Includes two key papers by Timothy Radcliffe OP, former Master General of the Dominican Order, an Englishman, writer, popular theologian and Catholic Priest. Vivian Boland OP, the editor, is an Irish Dominican Priest and thologian who teaches theology at Blackfriars, Oxford and St Mary's College in London.
£25.15
ATF Press Rumi and the Whirling Dervishes
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£55.80
Lantern Books,US The Divine Indwelling: Centering Prayer and its
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£9.49
Hohm Press,U.S. In Praise of Adya Kali: Approaching the
Book SynopsisThis book details the goddess Kali and the culture of devotion to her in West Bengal and South Asia. The term Adya means primal, original or archean. Adya Kali is the primordial energy, the shakti, that creates, preserves, and transforms/dissolves all existence. She is the womb that births all, and the tomb that swallows all.In Praise of Adya Kali is different from most contemporary books about Kali because it offers a liturgy of worship, a type of spiritual practice (sadhana) that the reader (both male and female) can use over the course of days, weeks, or months, to cultivate a direct devotional relationship to Kali. But, beyond that, In Praise of Adya Kali is a context-setting guide. Rather than simply recommending that we recite these sacred names, each one a prayer, the author establishes this practice as a general orientation to life. Furthermore, and most compelling, the text and Commentaries on this liturgy contain an intimate revelation of how the goddess establishes herself in her devotees'' bodies and thus intervenes, by unconditional love and acceptance, in their lives. A lengthy Introduction, both scholarly and personal, describes the goddess and the possibilities that these prayers will offer. Aditi Devi guides us in how to build a shrine to Kali, various types of offerings to make to her, and suggests a schedule for how to use this liturgy with a long-term commitment over the course of 108 nights. This book presents a serious practice, not for the faint-hearted. It requires courage, strength and joy to permit the goddess''s energy to slowly, sensuously and irrevocably be invoked-conceived, allowed to gestate, birthed according to her will. And while the orientation here is toward realizing her sacred presence in the womb of the devotee, the practice can be undertaken by anyone. The physical form of the body is not a limitation, as the author notes: In this lineage we practice into the depths of whatever form we have, & arise from within that, knowing that we are her, male or female. This Song of the Hundred Names is a powerful teaching that all forms are her forms. Male, female or other gendered, we are presented with the possibility to experience the depths of our own internal feminine energies & thereby come into greater healing & wholeness, more readily able to express this often neglected part of ourselves. Aditi Devi''s long study & spiritual practice within living tantric lineages in South Asia has made this book possible.
£24.75
