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Book SynopsisAs it celebrates the true worth of courage, Quiet Courage of the Inner Light faithfully records some keynotes of author Philip Pegler’s lifelong spiritual quest. This book reflects upon the joys, hardship and profound lessons to be learnt on the challenging path to the ground of being. At the centre of these reflections resides an essential paradox. It is within the anguished darkness of tragedy or disaster that most often the clear light of fortitude is kindled. And it is within the shadows of doubt or desolation that you may stumble upon a hidden doorway to the deepest reality. It is the dawning of deep understanding concerning our true spiritual identity that paves the way for the discovery of a natural faith, universal in nature and all-embracing in compassion. Here is a book that nurtures such faith by honouring the essence of life, approaching a transcendent mystery through the immanence of all created things.

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Book SynopsisA path of schooling given through the prophetess of God, Gabriele, that makes it possible for a willing person to purify his soul in the shortest time possible and draw nearer to God in himself. In this offer from the Eternal, it's about nothing less than affirming the absoluteness in us without any ifs, ands or buts. A passage:The light of divine love is streaming more and more onto the Earth, into this world, to the people of good will. Ever more people sense that in these difficult times, the safety anchor is solely Christ, the bringer of light in the very basis of the soul of every person.

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Book SynopsisWhen the Light Finds Us is a testament to the indomitable human spirit and the power of a mother's love. Judy Henderson was a single mother with a successful small business of her own when she was arrested then convicted of a crime she did not commit.  Sentenced to life in prison, Henderson faced the untenable: leaving her three-year-old son and thirteen-year-old daughter as she entered the brutal prison system.  Even as she faced violence, mistreatment, and even encounters with live snakes and scorpions, Henderson persevered with hope and determination. She never lost sight of her innocence or her deeply held role as a mother, yet she also gained new purpose, fighting for her clemency and for the rights of incarcerated women, especially mothers.  Henderson's unwavering faith transformed her incarceration into a mission of self-improvement and advocacy as she earned her GED and paralegal certificate, worked with nonprofit prison programs that fostered connections between incarcerated mothers and their children, and played a crucial role in passing Missouri's first battered women's bill. Equipped with knowledge and new skills, she became a guiding light for other imprisoned women and mothers, shepherding them through the clemency process. As the years passed, Henderson experienced hope through serendipitous events and calls, letters, and too infrequent visits with her children and other family. With the support of the prosecutor who once sought her conviction and the Missouri governor, Henderson's perseverance was rewarded when she was granted clemency and received a full pardon after nearly thirty-five years behind bars.When the Light Finds Us is a gripping narrative that explores the depths of human resilience and the transformative power of hope. Henderson's story will inspire readers to persevere through their own struggles, reminding us of the strength of the human spirit and the unbreakable bond of a mother's love. In a world often filled with darkness, Judy Henderson's journey is a beacon of light, illuminating the path to redemption and the triumph of justice.    

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Book SynopsisBeverly Conyers shows us how the practice of mindfulness can be a game-changing part of recovering from anything and everything.

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Book SynopsisKirkus Star Junior Library Guild Gold Selection Mark Weston's high-interest story and Rebecca Evans's colorful graphics make scientific discovery the coolest thing this side of Jupiter.Trade Review" STARRED REVIEW! How the observation of a small anomaly in a distant moon's orbit led to a discovery of, literally, astronomical significance. Weston spins thin historical records into an account of the career of 17th-century Danish astronomer Ole Romer from schoolboy days through nights spent watching the skies through a self-built telescope at the court of Louis XIV to final years as a renowned scientist (and police chief). Noticing that Jupiter's moon Io seemed to speed up and slow down on a regular schedule as it passed behind its planet, Romer not only concluded that light did not propagate instantaneously (a radical notion then), but, using the relatively crude clocks and other instruments of the time, came up with a wrong but close estimate of its speed. Along with retracing Romer's line of reasoning, the author explains how other researchers of the time and later roughed out the distances between major members of the solar system and refined those measurements over time, then closes with nods to Einstein, astronomical distances, and light's truly mind-bending pace. Evans tucks diagrams and mathematical calculations as well as banter and fanciful details into her lighthearted cartoon illustrations, wedging single and sequential panels of Romer and others at work into views of starscapes and planetary surfaces. Human figures in the art are white and predominantly male. A significant, unjustly obscure highlight from modern science's early days. (timeline) (Informational picture book. 8-12) " -- Kirkus Reviews"I really liked reading Finding the Speed of Light because it was educational. I loved that it was kind of like a comic book, with speech balloons. This made it fun to read. I also loved the illustrations. I would recommend Finding the Speed of Light: The 1676 Discovery that Dazzled the World to kids who wonder about science and astronomy and who want to learn about the speed of light." -- Jewel Age 11 - Kids' Book Buzz" The unique combination of Weston’s writing style and Evans’ colorful, cartoon-like illustrations make this book a delight. This would be a great discussion starter for young scientists as they explore this text and note the process and missteps that go along with scientific investigation and inquiry. Recommended " -- Terry Roper, Library Consultant, Region 10 ESC, Richardson, Texas - School Library Connection Reviews

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Book SynopsisFrom the New York Times bestselling author of Kitchen Table Wisdom, a modern retelling of a timeless story about healing the world by finding light in everyone and everythingIn the beginning, there was only darkness, and then a great ray of light ended the darkness and the world was born—the world of a thousand thousand things. It was filled with light. Then something unexpected happened, and the light of the world broke into millions of sparks of light. These sparks fell everywhere. They fell into everyone and everything. This is why you were born and I was born, and why everyone was born—to find the light and change the world. From a beloved author, The Birthday of the World is a beautiful retelling of a timeless story about finding light in the darkness, one spark at a time.Trade ReviewThe painterly images are beautiful, making stunning use of color and light. . .Visually stirring. * Kirkus Reviews *

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Book SynopsisCentering Prayer is a precious part of the ancient spiritual traditions of the West. When Finding Grace at the Center was first published in 1978, people all over the world welcomed this practical guide to a simple and beautiful form of meditative prayer. Reflections and advice on Centering Prayer's possibilities - and its pitfalls - are presented with clarity and simplicity, with a vision of the deeper life of the soul that contemplative prayer can bring about. Now, with a new foreword by Rev. Cynthia Bourgeault, another generation will discover the amazing difference Centering Prayer can make in their lives.Trade Review"Father Keating writes with the simplicity and depth that emerges from more than fifty years of practicing to become a 'friend of God.'… Those of us who learn from him are grateful for—and blessed by—his gifts." —Elaine Pagels, author of Adam, Eve, and the Serpent and other books “Basil Pennington [was] a gifted, creative, powerful and wise teacher—one of the truly precious souls of our generation.” —Lawrence Kushner, author, Invisible Lines of Connection: Sacred Stories of the Ordinary and other booksTable of ContentsForeword to the Third Edition Foreword to the 25th Anniversary Edition Foreword to the First Edition Centering Prayer M. Basil Pennington, OCSO Cultivating the Centering Prayer Thomas Keating, OCSO Contemplative Prayer in Christian Tradition Thomas Keating, OCSO Finding Grace at the Center Thomas E. Clarke, SJ Focus on Centering Prayer Resources

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Book Synopsis'Lucy Dillon's books never fail to make me happy' Jenny Colgan'Deeply moving' Sophie KinsellaSometimes the cracks in your heart can be mended in unexpected ways . . .If Lorna's learned one thing, it's that courage is something you paint on like red lipstick, even when you're panicking inside. And right now, with the keys to the town's gallery in her hand, Lorna feels about as courageous as the anxious little dachshund trembling beside her.Sick of life in the big city, Lorna's come home to fulfil her dream of running a successful art gallery. Desperate for change, Lorna just wants a fresh start but can she find it in Longhampton? This is where her tight-knit family shattered into pieces. It's where her doubts about herself took root and where she first fell in love and had her heart broken. It's everything she was running away from.But life and love can surprise you and all Lorna has to do to let the light in is open her heart . . .An uplifting and inspiring novel about second chances and soon to be realised dreams. Perfect for fans of Jojo Moyes, Veronica Henry and Lucy Diamond.____________________AUTHORS AND READERS LOVE THIS BOOK:'Full of love, truth, art and dogs. I absolutely loved it.' Katie Fforde'Heart-gripping narrative''A beautiful, insightful and tender story. I felt bereft for having finished it' Milly Johnson'Could not put it down'____________________Lucy Dillon's latest heartwarming novel After the Rain is out now in paperback and ebook.Trade ReviewWhere the Light Gets In is full of love, truth, art and dogs. I absolutely loved it. * Katie Fforde *Life-affirming, funny and authentic, Lucy Dillon’s plot builds to a perfectly pitched emotional climax which will have you reaching for the tissues. * Sunday Express *Dillon has delivered another blinder . . . A bittersweet, moving examination of letting go and trusting one's own instincts in the face of self-doubt. * Sara Lawrence, Daily Mail *Lucy Dillon's books never fail to make me happy. * Jenny Colgan *A beautiful insightful and tender story. I feel bereft for having finished it. * Milly Johnson *

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Book SynopsisInsights from a pioneering leader in world religion, on the intersections of the sacred & the secular. "As Christians - indeed as people of faith of any tradition - we are called to tend to the needs of the least among us. Our response to them must be the response of faith. God gives us a new heart to do this work, and every time we gather to do it, God offers a pacemaker jolt to tweak our heart's rhythm. The challenge is this: will our hearts respond with a strengthened beat, in tune with God's own heartbeat, sending more life out into the world?" - from the Introduction Explore our connections - as human beings with each other, as one nation with all other nations, as the human species with the whole of our environment - through the lens of faith. Katharine Jefferts Schori, presiding bishop of The Episcopal Church, examines these connections as she looks at the intersections of faith with the major issues of our day: How does faith speak to poverty, climate change, the economy, health care, and what is the faith response? How can believers from many faith traditions find common ground while honoring the Divine, serving one another, and creating deeper community? How do we best use the resources of faith to connect us to the hearts of our neighbors and to the heart of God?Trade Review"Presiding Bishop Katharine Jefferts Schori, with her elegant, light touch, shows how an authentic Christianity demands a concern for, and an involvement with, thoroughly mundane issues such as ending poverty and hunger, providing health care, and dealing with climate change, gender equality, and crime. In her version of reality, everything is sacred except sin." —The Rt. Rev. Desmond Tutu "By meditations on scripture and personal anecdotes, Bishop Katharine Jefferts Schori calls the Church to love our neighbor as ourselves and gives examples of how to do so." —John C. Danforth, Episcopal priest; former U.S. senator from Missouri; special envoy for peace in Sudan; U.S. ambassador to the United Nations “A down to earth, heartfelt exposition of biblical truth for everyday life—from a remarkable, barrier-breaking woman.” —Rev. Dr. Joan Brown Campbell, director of religion, Chautauqua Institution; author, Living into Hope: A Call to Spiritual Action for Such a Time as This “With a sense of proportion informed by hope ... gives us a great gift: the sound of a voice of calm in the midst of seemingly perpetual storm.” —Jon Meacham, author, American Gospel; winner of the Pulitzer Prize “Uses a sensitive spiritual stethoscope to detect the 'heartbeat of God' among people crying out for justice…. A wonderful invitation to join Bishop Katharine in a powerful and prayerful twenty-first-century reflection.” —Maureen Fiedler, host of Interfaith Voices (a public radio show); editor, Breaking Through the Stained Glass Ceiling: Women Religious Leaders in Their Own Words “Bishop Jefferts Schori wrestles—sincerely and fearlessly—with the call of the gospel and with every kind of impediment we have to a vibrant response to that call. Her exploration of the core teachings of Christian texts will challenge and illuminate people far beyond the Episcopal world.” —Andrea Cohen-Kiener, author, Claiming Earth as Common Ground: The Ecological Crisis through the Lens of FaithTable of ContentsForeword ix Acknowledgments xi Introduction xiii Part One Connecting with the Margins 1 Serving the Poor 3 Healing for All 20 Listening for the Voice of God 25 Creative Survival 30 Opening Doors to Women 35 Seeking Our Roots 41 Peace Work 46 Part Two Connecting Faith with Public Life 51 Immigration and Faith 53 Salt of the Earth 57 Heaven on Earth 62 Blessed Are the Change Makers 67 Provoking Love 72 Interrupting Business as Usual 77 Mission Possible 82 Ubuntu 87 Part Three Connecting with Creation 93 God on the Gulf Coast 95 Science and Faith 99 The Ecology of Faith 106 Good Shepherd 112 Part Four Connecting with the Heart of God 117 Who Is Jesus in the World Today? 119 Finding Our Way Home 127 Stardust 131 The Dream of God 134 Called by Name 139 The Web of Life 143 Saints and Superheroes 148 Holy Conversation 153 Part Five Healing Broken Connections 159 Practicing Peace 161 Pentecost Continues 166 Living the Questions 172 High Anxiety 177 Pushing the Boundaries 182 Go Forth for God 187 Fossils 192 A Moveable Feast 196 Healing Division 201 Finding God in Dissent 206 Notes 211 Suggestions for Further Reading 213

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Book SynopsisIn stories that range from the discovery of a religious truth to remembering a childhood trauma to coming out of the closet, the author reveals a common social pattern: When people escape a place of darkness by discovering a life-changing truth, they typically ally with a new community.Trade Review"A highly original book that places the performer (historical and contemporary) at the center of scholarly inquiry; it is a virtuosic exercise in historical imagining." (Annette Richards, Cornell University)"

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