Caught In The Pulpit by Daniel C. Dennett

Author : Daniel C. Dennett
Category : Religion
Publisher : Pitchstone Publishing (US&CA)
ISBN : 9781634310222
Type book : PDF & Epub
Page book : 280

What is it like to be a preacher or rabbi who no longer believes in God? In this expanded and updated edition of their groundbreaking study, Daniel C. Dennett and Linda LaScola comprehensively and sensitively expose an inconvenient truth that religious institutions face in the new transparency of the information age—the phenomenon of clergy who no longer believe what they publicly preach. In confidential interviews, clergy from across the ministerial spectrum—from liberal to literal—reveal how their lives of religious service and study have led them to a truth inimical to their professed beliefs and profession. Although their personal stories are as varied as the denominations they once represented, or continue to represent—whether Catholic, Baptist, Episcopalian, Methodist, Mormon, Pentecostal, or any of numerous others—they give voice not only to their own struggles but also to those who similarly suffer in tender and lonely silence. As this study poignantly and vividly reveals, their common journey has far-reaching implications not only for their families, their congregations, and their communities—but also for the very future of religion.

Caught In The Pulpit by Daniel Clement Dennett

Author : Daniel Clement Dennett
Category : Atheism
Publisher :
ISBN : 0615927904
Type book : PDF & Epub
Page book : 269

What is it like to be a preacher who can no longer believe the creed? In confidential interviews, clergy reveal how their lives of service are overshadowed by hypocrisy, as they contemplate taking a leap from their faith. As religious leaders struggle to adapt to the new transparency of the information age, the phenomenon of non-believing clergy portends surprising developments in the future of religious belief.

Challenged Living Our Faith In A Post Modern Age by John King

Author : John King
Category : Religion
Publisher : Lulu.com
ISBN : 9781365030109
Type book : PDF & Epub
Page book : 552

My wife and I love our sons unconditionally and equally. Talking with one of them about his atheism has brought me to a new dimension in my relationship with him, to a review of my own christian beliefs, to a more critical examination of the church, and to a different understanding of ministry in today's world. As personal as I make this all sound, my family represents a thousand families, a hundred thousand and more, who have sat in painful silence because religious differences have taken away their voice. They tire of confrontation, angry discussions, verse hurling and jabbing one another with theories over every conceivable divisive issue. It is a powerful idea that those who do not share our faith should know that we do, not so much in our argument as in our love. It is time to listen.

The Philosophy Of Philip Kitcher by Mark Couch

Author : Mark Couch
Category : Science
Publisher : Oxford University Press
ISBN : 9780199381364
Type book : PDF & Epub
Page book : 320

The Philosophy of Philip Kitcher contains eleven chapters on the work of noted philosopher Philip Kitcher, whose work is known for its broad range and insightfulness. Topics covered include philosophy of science, philosophy of biology, philosophy of mathematics, ethics, epistemology, and philosophy of religion. Each of the chapters is followed by a reply from Kitcher himself. This first significant edited volume devoted to examining Kitcher's work is an essential reference for anyone interested in understanding this important philosopher.

Atheism And Agnosticism Exploring The Issues by Peter A. Huff

Author : Peter A. Huff
Category : Religion
Publisher : ABC-CLIO
ISBN : 9781440870835
Type book : PDF & Epub
Page book : 247

This is the age of atheism and agnosticism. The number of people living without religious belief and practice is quickly and dramatically rising. Some experts call nonreligion, after Christianity and Islam, the third largest "religion" in the world today. Understanding the origins, history, variations, and impact of atheism and agnosticism is crucial to getting a grasp of the meaning of the present and gaining a glimpse of the future. Exploring some of the most extraordinary people, events, and ideas of all time, this book provides a fair, comprehensive, and engaging survey of all aspects of contemporary atheism and agnosticism. An overview essay discusses the background and social and political contexts of unbelief, while a timeline highlights key events. Some 50 alphabetically arranged reference entries follow, with each providing fundamental, objective information about particular topics along with cross-references and suggestions for further reading. The volume closes with an annotated bibliography of the most important resources on atheism and agnosticism.

Pulpit And Grave by Edward Jewitt Wheeler

Author : Edward Jewitt Wheeler
Category : Funeral sermons
Publisher :
ISBN : PSU:000057671086
Type book : PDF & Epub
Page book : 378

Searchers Truth by Nikkita Rae

Author : Nikkita Rae
Category : Fiction
Publisher : Page Publishing Inc
ISBN : 9781640275348
Type book : PDF & Epub
Page book : 247

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Love Affairs Or How A Flirt Was Caught In His Own Trap by Anne Tuttle Jones Bullard

Author : Anne Tuttle Jones Bullard
Category :
Publisher :
ISBN : WISC:89098013279
Type book : PDF & Epub
Page book : 134

Poverty From The Pulpit by Igho Herbert

Author : Igho Herbert
Category : Religion
Publisher : AuthorHouse
ISBN : 9781449071936
Type book : PDF & Epub
Page book : 313

Poverty has several definitions, depending on who's defining and from what perspective. For this discourse, we define it as emptiness that borders on acute lack--be it spiritual, social, material, economic, financial or political; the absence of basic provisions that makes a person's life meaningful and bearable. It's not just the absence of food, shelter or clothing but also the absence of health-care (by whatever definition), social rights and access to education, justice and public political space to shape events in the social environment. It's a measure of societal development (Seers 1977). Poverty level defines social status--which determines social access. Poverty is better explained or defined fully by the person experiencing it, with the right words and/or images for others to understand. Poverty is personal yet very public, As its presence is a collective condemnation of society (secular/spiritual). Paradoxically, poverty from close quarters (trusted by us), Is like friendly fire in a combat zone. Armies train their soldiers to take on enemy fire, and prevail. Friendly fire? It's not only a different kind of fire, it's unanticipated and response is difficult. Its impact is painful and response is challenging because relationships are involved. There's a shocking devastation because of its source. Poverty from a close quarter like a pulpit is really difficult to comprehend left alone deal with. Though difficult, friendly fire requires a response and to get on with the war at hand. We need the same approach in dealing with poverty from a very close source like a pulpit. Poverty from the Pulpit is a Christian-sociological analysis of poverty within the body of Christ in this era of "prosperity theology" that pervades Christendom today. it asks Christians everywhere to question their perception of poverty and see where the source of their poverty is and where the solution lies.

Trapped In A Nightmare by Cecylia Ziobro Thibault

Author : Cecylia Ziobro Thibault
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Publisher : iUniverse
ISBN : 9781938908439
Type book : PDF & Epub
Page book : 168

So many memories I would like to forget. But they are vividly etched in my mind, and impossible to erase. During World War II, a young Polish American girl named Cecylia was imprisoned in a Nazi labor camp. After more than sixty years, with the sincere encouragement from her friends and family, she has decided to share her extraordinary account. Hers is a story that centers around a little-known aspect of the war, and it is told here from a fresh perspective, that of a young girl facing unimaginable horror—and unexpected hope—as a prisoner in a Nazi labor camp. “This book is a must-read. ...We will all face adversity in life, and this book inspires us to live our lives and face our problems with strength and dignity. When you read this book, you will be inspired to live your life bravely like Cecylia did under the worst of circumstances. Everyone should read this book—it will help you live a better life.” —Elizabeth Cohen, MPH, CNN Senior Medical Correspondent