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Redefining Beautiful by Jenna Lucado with Max Lucado
by Janet Morris Grimes
The ending chapter invites the reader to dig deep into their own past to put in writing what she may want for her future, promising that the end of the story is always best written by God himself.
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Becoming an established author
by Sondra Kelly
Becoming an established author, may be the most challenging part of being a writer. You are confident that your writing skill is a God given talent. However, now you must establish yourself as a talented author.
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The problems with U.S. Textbooks in their religious instruction, report on a study by Peter Menkin
by Peter Menkin
In a reliable and even remarkable study, The Institute for Jewish & Community Research, located in San Francisco, published a work on religion in American textbooks. These textbooks, used in the United States' schools, make many errors of religious factsurprising and even egregious errors.
The effort of five years by the late researcher Gary Tobin, PhD (former President of the Institute), and Dennis Ybarra, MBA, was discussed both by email and webcam.
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Every Day I Pray for My Teenager
by Jessica Gerald
Every Day I Pray for My Teenager - A Handbook of Scriptural Prayers for the Mothers of Teenagers, by Eastman Curtis
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Do we as believing Christians have Faith or are we merely superstitious?
by Robert Randle
To a Christian, belief and hope for a future reward is everything, but is that our true motivation? Are some of us deep down inside neurotic, paranoid, and use religion as a kind of escape from reality mechanism? It has been said that belief carries within itself an element of doubt, therefore, it is prudent to make our calling and election sure.
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The Da Vinci Code: Harmful or Helpful?
by Alan Allegra
Have you ever heard of The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown? Silly question. It has been a best-selling novel in over 100 countries, and has even been called "the all-time bestselling adult novel" by its publisher, Doubleday. As if that isn't enough, Sony Pictures will release the movie version in May. If you are planning to read the novel or see the movie, just as with entering a den of lions, it's best not to go in blindfolded.
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Book Review: Meditations for Lay Eucharistic Ministers (Faithful Servant Series) by Beth Maynard
by Peter Menkin
This is a book about the ministry performed by lay people for God. "God acts first--the Bible is very clear about that and God acts to choose us because God loves us." I think you will find this a useful book, its meditations food for thought and reflection. It is worth coming back to again, and helpful in ministry.
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Book Review: Study of Wisdom: Three Tracts (Fairacres Publication, 75) by the author of the Cloud of Unknowing
by Peter Menkin
This book on contemplation and the knowledge of unknowing is a worthwhile read. I enjoyed the book, and was edified by it. I recommend it to others. It can be found on Amazon.com. As I say in my short review: "I commend the book to those with spiritual desires and inclinations."
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Book Review: Classic Bible Storybook
by Loni VS
An old-time Bible storybook is reprinted bring back the special memories and reminders of God's truth.
This book is wonderful for parents and grandparents alike, making new memories with your young ones.
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Book Review: The Golden String, An Autobiography by Bede Griffiths
by Peter Menkin
This "Golden String" is a holy kind of history. For me I continue seeing it as a kind of religious record and writing. The book was recommended by a monk to me. He said it was like reading something by Thomas Merton.
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Book Review: The Genesee Diary by Henry Nouwen
by Peter Menkin
A sincere, remarkable memoir by the writer, I was taken with his willingness to seek God and in his seeking come to terms with his life and relationship in Christ. Although it is a religious book, no doubt, the light hand of the well-known Henri J.M. Nouwen will not disappoint a wide readership.
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His Beauty For My Ashes Book Review
by Tai Ikomi
A book review by Dabblingmum.com on His Beauty For My Ashes, the journey of a woman through one of the bitterest pain a woman and mother can go through. In a day, Tai lost her husband and three children to a drunk driver.
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Book Review: Behind the Screen: Hollywood Insiders on Faith, Film and Culture
by Scott McPhee
This is a short review of the book, Behind the Screen: Hollywood Insiders on Faith, Film and Culture.
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Book Review: the Rule of St. Benedict by Sister Aquinata Bockman
by Peter Menkin
Readers interested in The Rule of St. Benedict will find this book by Sister Bockman inspirational and instructive--an optimistic work. It's subtitle: Excellent Commentary; Learned and Edifying.
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Book Review: the Book of Common Prayer
by Peter Menkin
The wonderful prayer book of the Episcopal Church is commented on by an Episcopalian who attends Church of Our Saviour, Mill Valley, California USA (north of San Francisco). This religious title is used in one form or another by Anglicans throughout the worldwide communion. There are 77 million Anglicans in the world.
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Book Review: the Impact of God, Soundings From St. John of the Cross by Iain Matthew
by Peter Menkin
This book is excellent as an introduction to St. John of the Cross, a Christian who wrote wonderful and inspiring books about his relationship with Christ. The works explore love of Christ, and contemplation, illuminate aspects of the Saint's life, as does this, "The Impact of God."
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Book Review: Mother Teresa, Come be My Light, the Private Writings of the Saint of Calcutta by Brian Kolodiejchuk
by Peter Menkin
A remarkable and telling story of the life of the modern saint, no deceased, Mother Teresa. This review looks into her need for Christ and focuses on her dark night of the soul. In sum, the book is, Excellent Commentary; Learned and Edifying.
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Book Review: the Genesee Diary, a Report From a Trappist Monastery by Henri Nouwen
by Peter Menkin
A sincere book, more a diary, of a retreat to a Trappist monestery. This book is valuable for all Christian seekers, and is written by the late Priest and writer Henri J.M. Nouwen. The writer is known for his spiritual books. This one is a popular, well-regarded work that has stood the test of time. In the book, the writer Nouwen comes to terms with his life and relationship with Christ.
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Book Review: the Way of Jesus Translated by Tony D'souza
by Peter Menkin
A remarkable and potentially life changing book on the way of Jesus, this work from 1516 originally appeared in German as, "Theologia Germanica." Considered a classic work of Christian writing, readers will find this excellent translation available in its writing style to 21st Century people. As has been said by others, "This is a book helpful in knowing Christ and living the Christian life."
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Book Review: the Poetry of Piety, an Annotated Anthology of Christian Poetry by Ben Witherington III
by Peter Menkin
The slim volume of commentary, reflection, and most important of all, selected Christian poems is a literary and spiritual work. Accessible and readable by the general public, the book though short has intellectual depth and illuminating examples of 28 poets, offering a wide range of pious sensibility
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Book Review: to Pause at the Threshold, Reflections on Living on the Border by Esther De Waal
by Peter Menkin
Like a journey for the reader, this work by well-known Anglican spiritual writer offers new visions for living in our world. An inspiring book that explores borders and thresholds in ones life, the work informs and inspires as it opens up the newness of seeing things and knowing things. A Christian work of transformation, it helps in living the spiritual life. Benedictine living is the avenue of experience offered in the book.
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Book Review: Humility Matters, for Practicing the Spiritual Life by Sister Mary Margaret Funk
by Peter Menkin
A remarkable guide to living the Christian life in the spirit of humility, the work asks for renunciation and choosing a better way for ourselves. A well thought of book by many who have commented on it, the book is for anyone interested in living life with greater practice and aptitude for humility.
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Book Review: Dynamics of Faith by Paul Tillich
by Peter Menkin
Paul Tillich wrote this popular and significant work about God as "ultimate concern" in 1957. The book is remarkable and still contemporary as a statement on belief in God. Theologian Tillich offers the reader what God is and who he is to mankind. A readable and worthwhile book, called "wonderful" by this reviewer, Peter Menkin of Mill Valley, California USA (north of San Francisco).
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Book Review: Benedict's Rule, a Translation and Commentary
by Peter Menkin
A full and significant study of The Rule of St. Benedict, Father Kardong has written a work highly respected among Benedictines. The monk includes his own translation of The Rule in this book, with explanation and commentary accompanying each chapter. The book is about living a Gospel life and its godliness. This is a serious title.
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Book Review: the Joy of Being, Daily Readings With John Main
by Peter Menkin
Part of a series on Modern Spirituality. A deacon wrote in the work commenting one it: "Our effectiveness in trying to turn back the tide of fear and hatred in the world depends upon our own insertion into the mystery of Christ...infused with that mystery, to bring the love that is its fruit back into the world." This book does that, for John Main believes we can help the world through the spirit. Peter Menkin Mill Valley, CA USA (north of San Francisco)
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Book Review: Listening Hearts, Discerning Call in Community by Suzanne Farnham
by Peter Menkin
Worthwhile direction and exploration as a book that offers ways to find confirmation in community. A work that covers the subject area of discernment in the Christian Church, offering discussion and direction for knowing God's will for someone in their vocational needs. The book encourages ministry.
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Book Review: an Anthology of Christian Devotion, Holy Communion by Massey H. Shepherd
by Peter Menkin
Wonderful book of devotions, dedicated to Communion (as in the Eucharist), the work compiled by Priest and Theology Professor Massey H. Shepherd makes excellent reading, reflection, and study. Composed of various readings, the study value of this "special" book has been meaningful to the reader in his relationship with the Church and Christ. --Peter Menkin Mill Valley, CA USA (north of San Francisco)
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Book Review: Thoughts in Solitude by Thomas Merton
by Peter Menkin
Readable work on a man's love for God, written by writer and monk Thomas Merton. A journey of getting closer to God, or as Thomas Merton might say, God allowing someone to get closer to Him.
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Book Review: Spirituality of the Psalms by Walter Brueggemann
by Peter Menkin
Meaning and understanding of the Psalms, "Brief, brilliant treatmenst of vital aspects of faith and life..." For readers who wish to explore and gain explanation, orientation of the Psalms in their illuminating meaning, regardless of being Christian or Jewish. This work is written by the noted Walter Brueggemann, and is a readable, slim 74 pages.
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Book Review: Wound of Knowledge by Archbishop Rowan Williams
by Peter Menkin
Remarkable book by a leading Anglican theologin and the Archbishop of Canterbury (2008) Rowan Williams, an illuminating God in Christ brilliant work, well thought out study about certainties, graces and Christian spirituality. The work tells of the never ceasing pilgrimage of the heart or spirit. Written "...to develop...a new generation of writers and teachers who will encourage people to think and pray in new ways about spirituality, reconciliation, and the future," says the publisher.
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