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This practical and inspiring book provides real-life anecdotes, interactive exercises and questions for reflection to help you develop your leadership skills and dialogue with others about issues like conflict resolution and effective succession planning.

For the first time, and in time for the 2008 election season, the voices of leading progressive Jewish activists are gathered together in one groundbreaking volume as they seek meaningful intellectual and spiritual foundations upon which to base their social justice work. This important collection features broad discussions of the historical, political and theological dimensions of Jewish justice work. It, also, includes commentary on specific contemporary issues such as poverty, genocide, gay rights, stem cell research, and the environment. Informed by spirited activists, intellectuals and religious leaders, this provocative book will: ┬╖Articulate progressive Jewish positions on key contemporary issues that draw on traditional and modern thinking ┬╖Motivate Jewish communities to take action by demonstrating to readers the importance of activism and community organising in Jewish life ┬╖Help reorient the contemporary discourse on religion and politics in the world today

Essential reading for people interested in the Jewish healing, spirituality and spiritual direction movements, this groundbreaking volume explores the Jewish tradition for comfort in times of illness and Judaism''s perspectives on the inevitable suffering with which we live. Pushing the boundaries of Jewish knowledge, scholars, teachers, artists and activists examine the aspects of our mortality and the important distinctions between curing and healing. Topics discussed include: ┬╖The Importance of the Individual┬╖Health and Healing among the Mystics ┬╖Hope and the Hebrew Bible ┬╖From Disability to Enablement ┬╖Overcoming Stigma ┬╖Jewish Bioethics Drawing from literature, personal experience and the foundational texts of Judaism, these celebrated thinkers show us that healing is an idea that can both soften us so that we are open to inspiration as well as toughen us - like good scar tissue - in order to live with the consequences of being human.

Despite the New Testament''s impact on Jewish history, virtually all Jews avoid knowledge of its underlying dynamics. Jewish families and communities, thus, remain needlessly stymied when responding to a culture deeply Christian. Their Christian friends, meanwhile, are left perplexed as to why Jews are wary of the Gospel''s ''good news''.This long awaited volume offers and unprecedented, solution-oriented introduction to Jesus and Paul, the Gospels and Revelation, leading Jews out of anxieties that plague them and clarifiying for Christians why Jews draw back from Christians sacred writings. Accessible to lay people, scholars and clergy of all faiths, innovative teachings aids make it ideal for rabbis, ministers and other teachers. Topics include:┬╖The Gospels, Romans, and Revelation ┬╖The Key concerns for Jews, Misusing the Talmud in Gospel Study┬╖Jesus'' Trial, the ''Virgin Birth'' and Empty Tomb Enigmas ┬╖Millennialist Scenarios and Missionary Enchroachment┬╖The Last Supper and Church Seders

Helps people find core spiritual values in American Jewry's most misunderstood ceremony-bar and bat mitzvah. In a joining of explanation, instruction and inspiration, Rabbi Salkin helps both parent and child truly be there when the moment of Sinai is recreated in their lives.

Hear the Voices of Ancient Wisdom in the Modern Language of Science In our era, we often feel that we can either speak about God or think scientifically about the world, but never both at the same time. But what if we reconciled the two? How could the basic scientific truths of how the natural world came to be shape our understanding of our own spiritual search for meaning? In this provocative fusion of religion and science, Rabbi David Nelson examines the great theories of modern physics to find new ways for contemporary people to express their spiritual beliefs and thoughts. Nelson explores cosmology, quantum mechanics, chaos theory, relativity, and string theory in clear, non-technical terms and recasts the traditional views of our ancestors in language that can be understood in a world in which space flight, atom-smashing, and black holes are common features of our metaphorical landscape.

In this challenging and inspiring look at the dynamics of religious experience and "seeing God," award-winning author and theologian Neil Gillman helps you develop and refine your own spiritual vision and discern the presence of God in unanticipated ways.

The essential reference for spiritual leaders and all who are called to help others listen for God's voice. Offers insight into the theology and practice of spiritual direction, embodied spirituality and group work, from all contemporary Jewish movements.

This charming, unusual tale tells the story of two men--one rich and one poor--who come to realize their role in making miracles happen. Delightfully entertaining, this beautifully illustrated story is an easy way to help children understand how God works in the world. Full color.

Like the dolphin who exists in both water and air so must we learn to live and thrive in two conflicting worlds-the rational material everyday craziness of life versus the still spiritual soulfulness of our deepest selves. Balancing the two-difficult as it often can be-is the key to our spiritual survival. Through poignant stories spiritual teaching and insights Karyn Kedar shares with us the ways we can integrate the everyday-family work personal challenges-with our quest for deeper spiritual understanding. She helps us to decode the three languages we must learn to weave the seemingly ordinary and extraordinary together: ┬╖ Prayer-The path through which our souls connect with the Divine ┬╖ Perspective-How we define life''s twists and turns and how our words and actions define the quality of our lives ┬╖ Meaning-The quest to understand and make sense of all that seems incompatible In graceful ways Kedar shows us that by realizing the connection between the ordinary and the awe-inspiring we can synchronize our hearts with the ways of the world and live with joy a sense of calm and greater purpose.

A groundbreaking conversation in the voices of Jewish women-rabbis, scholars, activists, artists-about the themes of the Exodus and exile, oppression and liberation, history and memory, as they relate to contemporary women's lives.

In a world often hurt by violence, this retold biblical story gives children and adults a starting point for discussing anger, its effects on those around us and how to express our emotions in positive ways.

Volume eight in this critically acclaimed series (Kabbalat Shabbat) explores the synagogue liturgy for greeting Shabbat, the beloved Friday night ritual that is perhaps most familiar of all synagogue service, and that features "L'kha Dodi" ("Come my Beloved") as part of the most significant mystical addition to all of Jewish liturgy. My People's Prayer Book: Volume 8-Kabbalat Shabbat (Welcoming Shabbat in the Synagogue) features the traditional Hebrew text with a new translation that lets people know exactly what the prayers say. Introductions explain what to look for in the prayers, and how to use the commentaries to find meaning in the prayer book. Commentaries from eminent scholars and teachers from all movements of Judaism examine Shabbat in the synagogue from the viewpoints of ancient Rabbis and modern theologians, including such specialized perspectives as liturgical history, Jewish mysticism, the Bible, and rabbinic law.

Offers a candid, comprehensive discussion of the major paths to spirituality within the framework of Judaism, and the differing way each path can help us on our quest to nourish the soul and enlighten the mind.

This biography of one of the great spiritual thinkers of the early twentieth century, written by one of her closest friends, guides us through her life and spiritual writings, which have brought the Divine into the everyday for countless people.

The Dhammapada-believed to have been spoken by the Buddha himself-contains most of Buddhism's central teachings. Helpful commentary explains references, philosophical terms and the inspiring interpretations of famous spiritual teachers.

Inspiring text and contemplative artwork combine to communicate the three essential qualities of deep listening-silence, reflection and presence. They demonstrate that the key spiritual transformation can be as basic as practicing the art of listening.

Where does God live? How can we "see" God? Using simple, everyday examples that children can relate to, this colorful book helps young readers develop a direct and personal understanding of God.