Brian D. McLaren is an internationally known speaker and author whose works explore contemporary Christianity with depth and innovation. He grapples with profound questions of faith and spirituality, offering fresh perspectives and challenging conventional understandings. McLaren's writing is dedicated to making Christian thought relevant and accessible to modern audiences, providing insightful answers to life's complexities. His prose is frequently characterized as thought-provoking, provocative, and inspiring for readers seeking a deeper spiritual journey.
In this brilliantly provocative, wise and enthralling book, Richard Rohr urges us towards greater understanding of the Cosmic Christ - 'the eternal union of matter and Spirit from the beginning of time'
A beautifully illustrated children’s book that shows us all how to find a new way forward in a world that can be scary for kids and adults alike, from the acclaimed author of Faith After Doubt and the beloved storyteller behind How Not to be Afraid Cory the raccoon and Cory’s best friend Owl love their happy, peaceful village and want to keep it that way. But things begin to change for the worse when some of their neighbors, including Badger, Fox, and Weasel, become fierce and angry critters who fight and bully others in the village, driving away those who they deem “dirty and bad.” It breaks Cory and Owl’s hearts to see their village filled with anger, fear, and fighting—but what can they do? A wise visitor named Switfhorse arrives and helps Cory and Owl understand six old stories that explain what is happening: The story of power to dominate, the story of striking back with fury and hate, the story of running to find a safe place, or pointing at others to shame and disgrace, or being stuck in self-pity for the pain we’ve been through, or of me having more Shiny Objects than you. Finally, Cory and Owl find a way to reunite all of the villagers through a new story—the seventh story—where the story is peace and the hero is love! Children and parents alike will delight in this hope-filled tale that teaches us how we can all extend peace, love, and laughter to everyone we meet.
From the author of A New Kind of Christianity comes a bold proposal: only doubt can save your faith - and the world.
What is the overarching storyline of the Bible? Is God violent? What is the Gospel? Can we find a way to address sexuality without fighting about it? At the opening of the twenty-first century, Christianity in the West is more fractured and beleaguered than ever. Groundbreaking author Brian McLaren suggests that if we are to get beyond doctrinal statements towards the life to the full that Jesus promised us, we need new paradigms for thinking and believing - and he invites us on a radical quest for a new kind of faith. Using ten key questions, McLaren boldly proposes what a future Christianity could look like. Radical yet orthodox, outspoken yet generous. This is a wise, compassionate book for all who are looking for an authentic, loving faith.
From the author of WE MAKE THE ROAD BY WALKING and FAITH AFTER DOUBT, guidance for those who are grappling with faith.
The exploration of bias began as a personal quest to understand troubling political and religious dynamics, evolving into a short e-book and a collaborative podcast, "Learning How to See." The author, alongside notable figures like Fr. Richard Rohr and Rev. Dr. Jacqui Lewis, delves into overcoming bias in oneself and others. The journey further expands through a partnership with Tim Gilman and Rev. Dr. Samual Lee, blending leadership with artistic expression in photography, highlighting the intersection of faith, creativity, and social awareness.
"What do the life and teaching of Jesus have to say about the most critical global problems in our world today?"--Provided by publisher.
A Leadership Network Publication A New Kind of Christian's conversation between a pastor and his daughter's high school science teacher reveals that wisdom for life's most pressing spiritual questions can come from the most unlikely sources. This stirring fable captures a new spirit of Christianity--where personal, daily interaction with God is more important than institutional church structures, where faith is more about a way of life than a system of belief, where being authentically good is more important than being doctrinally "right," and where one's direction is more important than one's present location. Brian McLaren's delightful account offers a wise and wondrous approach for revitalizing Christian spiritual life and Christian congregations. If you are interested in joining a discussion group devoted to a A New Kind of Christian please visit groups.yahoo.com/group/NKOC.
To be a tourist in Libya during the period of Italian colonization was to experience a complex negotiation of cultures. Against a sturdy backdrop of indigenous culture and architecture, modern metropolitan culture brought its systems of transportation and accommodation, as well as new hierarchies of political and social control.' Architecture and Tourism in Italian Colonial Libya' shows how Italian authorities used the contradictory forces of tradition and modernity to both legitimize their colonial enterprise and construct a vital tourist industry. Although most tourists sought to escape the trappings of the metropole in favor of experiencing 'difference, ' that difference was almost always framed, contained, and even defined by Western culture. McLaren argues that the 'modern' and the 'traditional' were entirely constructed by colonial authorities, who balanced their need to project an image of a modern and efficient network of travel and accommodation with the necessity of preserving the characteristic qualities of the indigenous culture.0
A deeply insightful exploration of how to live with wisdom, resilience and love in unpredictable times from an author-activist writing at the intersection of religious faith and contemporary culture.
