A History of God
by Karen Armstrong (1993)
by Karen Armstrong (1993)
This very readable book traces the origins and development of the three major monotheistic religions: Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. In it, one learns how monotheism first emerged in the Middle Eastern Region, and how Christianity and Islam built their religions on this early Jewish foundation. The author continues to narrate the experiences of the people of each tradition as the events of history shaped their idea of God, their relationships with God, their expression of religious devotion to God, and their relationships with each other. It is very much like reading a family history, complete with sibling rivalry and competition for “parental” attention. Regardless of the reader’s personal religious affiliation (or lack thereof), he or she will gain deep insight into the common truth expressed by each tradition, albeit in different ways, and realize the need for “ extended family” reconciliation if peace is ever to be achieved in the region. Submitted by Paula Winker, Associate, from The Hearth Interfaith Book Club.
Interfaith Dialogue: A Bridge to Peace
Sr. Rosalie Callen, CSJ and Colleen Nolan OP
Exploring the belief systems of the world’s major faith traditions and be challenged to build bridges and promote religious freedom an understanding through dialogue and mutual respect. Two-part DVD and PowerPoint presentation. Available through www.columban.org (Click on "Mission Education").
Sr. Rosalie Callen, CSJ and Colleen Nolan OP
Exploring the belief systems of the world’s major faith traditions and be challenged to build bridges and promote religious freedom an understanding through dialogue and mutual respect. Two-part DVD and PowerPoint presentation. Available through www.columban.org (Click on "Mission Education").
Just Faith
A 30-week process that empowers participants to develop a passion and thirst for justice and prepares them for the work of social ministry. Available in two versions, one for the larger Christian community and one for Catholic parishes. www.justfaith.org
The Church and Islam: An International Colloquium at the University of Notre Dame April 19-20, 2012
Read the presentations at Notre Dame's "Institute forChurch Life" http://icl.nd.edu
A 30-week process that empowers participants to develop a passion and thirst for justice and prepares them for the work of social ministry. Available in two versions, one for the larger Christian community and one for Catholic parishes. www.justfaith.org
The Church and Islam: An International Colloquium at the University of Notre Dame April 19-20, 2012
Read the presentations at Notre Dame's "Institute forChurch Life" http://icl.nd.edu
Alcoholics Anonymous. Published by and available online from Alcoholics Anonymous.
Email Barbara Roth for commentary.
Alken, Martha. May I Have a WORD With You? ebook, 2012.
Email Martha Alken for commentary.
Bisnauth, Dale. History of Religions in the Caribbean, Trenton, NJ:Africa World Press, 1996.
Email Gail Jagroop for commentary.
Boys, Mary C. Has God Only One Blessing? New York: Paulist Press, 2000.
Email Roberta Popara for commentary.
Clooney, SJ, Francis X. Beyond Compare. Washington, D.C., Georgetown University Press, 2008. Email Pat Mulcahey for commentary.
Dardess, George and Marvin Mack. In the Spirit of St. Francis and the Sultan: Muslims and Christians Working Together for the Common Good. Mayrknoll, NY: Orbis Books.
Email Paula Winker for commentary.
The Dialogue Comes of Age. eds. John B. Cobb and Ward M.McAfee. Minneapolis: Fortress Press 2010. Email Gail Jagroop for commentary.
Eck, Diana. Encountering God - Spiritual Journey from Bozeman to Banares. Boston: Beacon Press, 1993. Email Gail Jagroop for commentary.
Fox, Matthew. The Pope's War. New York :Sterling Ethos, 2011.
Email Elaine Taylor for commentary.
Goulart, Frances Sheridan. God Has No Religion- Blending Traditions for Prayer. Notre Dame, IN:Sorin Books, 2005
Email Carol Coenen for commentary.
Hedges, Paul. Controversies in Interreligious Dialogue and the Theology of Religions. United Kingdom: SCM Press, 2010.
Email Pat Mulcahey for commentary.
Kimball, Charles. When Religion Becomes Evil. San Francisco: Harper San Francisco, 2002.
Email Roberta Popara for commentary.
The Koran. A Phoenix Paperback. United Kingdom: Orion Books, 1909 1992, 1994.
Many publications available. This one has good background material.
Levine, Amy-Jill. The Misunderstood Jew: The Church and the Scandal of the Jewish Jesus.
San Francisco: Harper San Francisco, 2006. eBook - New York: Harper Collins, 2007.
Email Roberta Popara for commentary.
My Neighbor's Faith. eds. Jennifer Howe Peace, Or N. Rose, Gregory Mobley, Maryknoll, New York: Orbis Books, 2012. "These courageous voices prove that religion still has the vitality to help humanity not only survive but transcend." Publisher's blurb, back cover.
Sadar Ziauddin, What do Muslims Believe? - The Roots and Realities of Modern Islam. New York: Walker & Company. 2007. Islam is one of the great monotheistic religions of the world. Its teachings emphasize unity, humility, forgiveness and love of God. The life of Muhammad demonstrates the importance of tolerance, social justice, and brotherhood. So why is Islam so often associated with hatred, violence, and bigotry" Publisher's blurb.
Thich Nhat Hanh. Living Buddha, Living Christ. New York: Riverhead Books, 1997
Email Carol Coenen for commentary.
Dardess, George and Marvin Mack. In the Spirit of St. Francis and the Sultan: Muslims and Christians Working Together for the Common Good. Mayrknoll, NY: Orbis Books.
Email Paula Winker for commentary.
The Dialogue Comes of Age. eds. John B. Cobb and Ward M.McAfee. Minneapolis: Fortress Press 2010. Email Gail Jagroop for commentary.
Eck, Diana. Encountering God - Spiritual Journey from Bozeman to Banares. Boston: Beacon Press, 1993. Email Gail Jagroop for commentary.
Fox, Matthew. The Pope's War. New York :Sterling Ethos, 2011.
Email Elaine Taylor for commentary.
Goulart, Frances Sheridan. God Has No Religion- Blending Traditions for Prayer. Notre Dame, IN:Sorin Books, 2005
Email Carol Coenen for commentary.
Hedges, Paul. Controversies in Interreligious Dialogue and the Theology of Religions. United Kingdom: SCM Press, 2010.
Email Pat Mulcahey for commentary.
Kimball, Charles. When Religion Becomes Evil. San Francisco: Harper San Francisco, 2002.
Email Roberta Popara for commentary.
The Koran. A Phoenix Paperback. United Kingdom: Orion Books, 1909 1992, 1994.
Many publications available. This one has good background material.
Levine, Amy-Jill. The Misunderstood Jew: The Church and the Scandal of the Jewish Jesus.
San Francisco: Harper San Francisco, 2006. eBook - New York: Harper Collins, 2007.
Email Roberta Popara for commentary.
My Neighbor's Faith. eds. Jennifer Howe Peace, Or N. Rose, Gregory Mobley, Maryknoll, New York: Orbis Books, 2012. "These courageous voices prove that religion still has the vitality to help humanity not only survive but transcend." Publisher's blurb, back cover.
Sadar Ziauddin, What do Muslims Believe? - The Roots and Realities of Modern Islam. New York: Walker & Company. 2007. Islam is one of the great monotheistic religions of the world. Its teachings emphasize unity, humility, forgiveness and love of God. The life of Muhammad demonstrates the importance of tolerance, social justice, and brotherhood. So why is Islam so often associated with hatred, violence, and bigotry" Publisher's blurb.
Thich Nhat Hanh. Living Buddha, Living Christ. New York: Riverhead Books, 1997
Email Carol Coenen for commentary.
Volf, Miroslav. Allah - A Christian Response. New York: HarperCollins Publishers, 2011. "Volf has shown courage in taking his fellow Christians on a personal, political, and theological journey. A controversial but absorbing and accessible read." Publisher's blurb.
Christian
Jesus Today
Review in process.
Review in process.
Jewish
The Source
Review in process.
Muslim A perspective of a Muslim Feminist
I Speak for Myself: American Women on Being MuslimEdited by Maria Ebrahimji an Zahra T. Suratwala
“These are the voices of mothers, daughters, sisters, and neighbors we can all identify with representing an honest effort to allow American-born Muslim women to change the narrative of American Islam – in their own words.” Deepak Chopra
Bahai
The Prophet’s Daughter
Review in process.
Review in process.
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