What separates constructive religious impulses from destructive ones? How does someone who begins by contemplating his relationship with God end by committing an act of murder? Beyond analysing the nature of religious militancy, the author offers sensible recommendations for addressing what is to date the 21st century's most serious challenge.
Lays the groundwork for diversity as an intrinsic part of the life of faith and calls us to become bridge people, people who are willing to traverse gaps of ignorance and bridge the things that separate us.
Healthcare chaplains working as part of interdisciplinary teams are frequently involved in contributing to discussions on all aspects of patients' wellbeing. This insightful collection of
case studies shows how chaplains can effectively support patients and their families in making decisions regarding medical care, as well as for ......
Brings together three voices behind a shared conviction: that helping the millions who lack basic provision for food has become a religious imperative and human priority. Writing for congregations and individuals of faith, the authors appeal to the religious ethical foundations for action against hunger.
Faith and Politics in the American Religious Mosaic
Does religion promote political mobilization? Are individuals motivated by their faith to focus on issues of social justice, personal morality, or both? This title examines these topics and assesses one question central to these issues: How does faith shape political action in America's diverse religious communities?
Faith and Politics in the American Religious Mosaic
Covers a mosaic of religious and ethnic perspectives with considerable breadth by examining evangelical Christians, the religious left, Catholics, Mormons, African Americans, Latinos, Jews, and Muslims. This book takes a look at the role of secular and antifundamentalist positions, adding an even wider outlook to the critical concerns.
vers Can Help People Navigate Long-term Health Conditions
Many spiritual caregivers, including chaplains, spiritual directors and clergy, are unaware of how they can support people with chronic health conditions. This book combines insights on chronic illness with spiritual care skills and suggestions to enhance well-being for people living with long-term illness.
American Congregations and the Provision of Welfare
Reveals many ways in which congregations are already working, beneath the radar, to care for people in need. This title provides empirical data to social scientists, religious studies scholars, and those involved in the debates over the role of faith-based organizations in faith-based services, and to clergy and congregation members themselves.
American Congregations and the Provision of Welfare
Reveals many ways in which congregations are already working, beneath the radar, to care for people in need. This title provides empirical data to social scientists, religious studies scholars, and those involved in the debates over the role of faith-based organizations in faith-based services, and to clergy and congregation members themselves.
