Brent Bill is a Quaker minister, photographer, and author of numerous books and magazine articles. He resides in rural Indiana on Ploughshares Farm, a wildlife retreat featuring woods and native prairie.
Do you long to live the abundant life that Jesus promised his followers? If so, then you will want to weave the threads of beauty, truth, life, and love into the tapestry of your life. When these essentials are each present in some measure in our relationships, ministries, vocations, and life choices, then we are more likely to find ourselves living a good and abundant life with God.
Presents the Quaker practice of silence and expectant listening--Back cover.
In Microcosm's DIY guide to zine-making, editors Bill Brent, Joe Biel, and a cast of contributors take you from the dreaming and scheming stages onto printing, publication and beyond! Covering all the bases for beginners, Make a Zine! hits on more advanced topics like Creative Commons licenses, legality, and sustainability. Says Feminist Review, "Make a Zine! is an inspiring, easy, and digestible read for anyone, whether you're already immersed in a cut-and-paste world, a graphic designer with a penchant for radical thought, or a newbie trying to find the best way to make yourself and your ideas known." Illustrated by an army of notable and soon-to-be-notable artists and cartoonists, Make a Zine! also takes a look at the burgeoning indie comix scene, with a solid and comprehensive chapter by punk illustrator Fly (Slug and Lettuce, Peops). Part history lesson, part how-to guide, Make a Zine! is a call to arms, an ecstatic, positive rally cry in the face of TV show book clubs and bestsellers by celebrity chefs. As says Biel in the book's intro, "Let's go!"
Lessons from the Quakers On Blending Faith, Daily Life, and Activism
Exploring the Quaker philosophy, this book encourages readers to embrace the role of "angelic troublemakers" amidst today's challenges. It highlights the importance of activism rooted in compassion and social justice, offering insights into how Quaker values can inspire meaningful change. Through personal stories and practical guidance, it invites individuals to engage thoughtfully and courageously in their communities, fostering a spirit of peace and resilience.
Whimsy, mystery, spirituality and the holy ordinariness of daily life mingle together in this delightful collection of short stories.