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The Steps of Transformation: An Orthodox Priest Explores the 12 Steps - $20.95
Addictions and struggles with the passions are rampant in our culture, and often in our families. Fr. Meletios Webber, a popular Orthodox priest with a doctorate in counseling, helps us to explore and understand an answer to overcoming addiction, through the Fellowship of Alcoholics Anonymous, as he clearly and skillfully explains the Twelve Steps. Fr. Mel takes a unique approach, and capably correlates the 12 Steps with basic Orthodox theology. The 12 Steps can be a valuable resource for our own spiritual journey, as Fr. Mel identifies implications for Orthodox, and all Christians, using examples from the life of the Orthodox Church. A unique and valuable book for everyone. | Up
MORE SPIRITED THAN LIONS - $20.95
At this critical juncture comes a critical book: an examination of feminism from an Orthodox perspective. This book traces the historical development of feminism, outlines its basic assumptions and beliefs, assesses its contributions and offers an other Orthodox critque to the feminist platform. | Up
CLOSE TO HOME: ONE ORTHODOX MOTHER’S QUEST FOR PATIENCE, PEACE AND PERSEVERANCE - $14.95
Close to Home is for every young mother who's ever wished children came with an instruction manual; who's ever longed for just one quiet minute to finish a thought or utter a prayer; who's ever despaired over perfecting herself in time to become a good example for her children; who's ever wondered why "happily ever after" takes so much darn work.With courage, humor and unflinching honesty, Molly Sabourin addresses all these frustrations and more-offering not answers or solutions, but a new perspective, a pat on the shoulder, a reassuring "I've been there too, and there is hope." Those who share her "quest for patience, peace, and perseverance" will see themselves in these pages, laugh a little, cry a little and close the book with new strength to continue the quest. | Up
REAL CHOICES: LOOKING FOR ALTERNATIVES TO ABORTION - $12.95
Frederica Mathewes-Green attempts to break the logjam on the abortion debate by focusing on ways to help both mothers and babies by providing them with realistic options that are compossionate, life-affirming, and hopeful. | Up
GENDER: MEN, WOMEN, SEX AND FEMINISM - $15.95
"Is hell a male-only club?" Frederica asks this provocative question as she takes us on a journey through her early years as a feminist, her conversion to Christianity, and the realization that men and women are unique yet equal. She gives us glimpses into her meetings with prominent feminists, takes us through Crisis Pregnancy Centers and explores the provocative idea of early marriage as a way to mature and healthy adulthood. Sure to make you think and react, this is a great book to give to friends, for lively discussions on some of the most important issues facing us today. This excellent book is first in a four part series, which provides a selection of Frederica's best writings on contemporary issues relating to Gender, Culture, Ethics, and Faith. Her original and thoughtful insights are expressed in a style that is fresh, personal, and frequently humorous. She examines modern-day challenges from a perspective of ancient wisdom, as one who seeks to be deeply grounded in the faith of the early Christian Church. | Up