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Laughing Out Loud And Other Religious Experiences
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Book Synopsis Laughing Out Loud & Other Religious Experiences by : Tom Mullen
Download or read book Laughing Out Loud & Other Religious Experiences written by Tom Mullen and published by . This book was released on 1989-08-01 with total page 133 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the end, this book makes a convincing case for the value of laughter in our lives. "Sometimes we laugh for sinister motives, and sometimes we use humor for noble reasons. But, thank God, we often laugh for the same reason fishermen laugh -- for the halibut. Life is serious, and in the back of our minds we recall we're eventually heading for the cemetery. Fortunately, the Christian faith says the graveyard is not the last stop. Thus, we are free to enjoy funny things that happen along the way."
Book Synopsis Laughing Out Loud and Other Religious Experiences by : Thomas James Mullen
Download or read book Laughing Out Loud and Other Religious Experiences written by Thomas James Mullen and published by . This book was released on 1983 with total page 150 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Tom Mullen shows how in this thoughtful/hilarious anatomy of the human laugh. He spends some time exploring just what makes humor tick--Why do we laugh? What does our laughter mean? What does our humor have to do with our health, our relationships, our faith? He suggests several possible answers in the course of this book." --Inside cover.
Book Synopsis The Varieties of Religious Experience by : William James
Download or read book The Varieties of Religious Experience written by William James and published by . This book was released on 1920 with total page 558 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Laughter in a Time of Turmoil by : Richard P. Olson
Download or read book Laughter in a Time of Turmoil written by Richard P. Olson and published by Wipf and Stock Publishers. This book was released on 2012-04-11 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Here's a different angle on humor--it can be a spiritual practice, an expression of a theology of joy, hope, and grace. Humor is so valuable, for it offers self-care, healing, and renewal, precious gifts in times of pressure and tension. Olson begins by telling of three unforgettable friends who lived their lives with joy and zest--a practice that opened doors and aided their own sense of well-being. Playfully, he continues by exploring the known benefits of humor. Next considered is the amazing variety of humor in the Bible, a basic theology of a laughing God, and the caring ethic of humor that emerges from this theology. Finally, there is a discussion of how this practice of humor enriches worship, caregiving, and administration. Laughter in a Time of Turmoil draws to a close considering spiritual disciplines/practices and why humor belongs among these practices. Suggestions are then offered on how to grow in this spiritual practice. Discussion questions are provided for each chapter to help groups enjoy their conversations about the book. This book will help you think and laugh, or laugh and think (take your pick) and then be on your way rejoicing.
Book Synopsis Working for Peace by : Rachel MacNair
Download or read book Working for Peace written by Rachel MacNair and published by Impact Publishers. This book was released on 2006 with total page 316 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The most complete guidebook yet to social activism. Forty active peace workers -- psychologists, social workers, communication specialists and other professionals -- offer detailed practical guidance on getting yourself together, maintaining an effective group of volunteers, and getting the word out to the larger community.
Book Synopsis The Gospel according to The Simpsons, Bigger and Possibly Even Better! Edition by : Mark I. Pinsky
Download or read book The Gospel according to The Simpsons, Bigger and Possibly Even Better! Edition written by Mark I. Pinsky and published by Westminster John Knox Press. This book was released on 2007-05-24 with total page 317 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Is there anything holy in Springfield, the home to irascible Bart Simpson and his naive dad Homer, their enthusiastic evangelical neighbor Ned Flanders, the sourpuss minister Rev. Lovejoy, and the dozens of other unique characters who inhabit the phenomenally popular TV show? In this revision of the 2001 bestseller, author Mark Pinsky says yes! In this entertaining and enlightening book, Pinsky shows how The Simpsons engages issues of religion and morality in a thoughtful, provocative, and genuinely respectful way. With three new chapters and updates to reflect the 2001-2006 seasons, Pinsky has given a thorough facelift to the book that Publishers Weekly called "thoughtful and genuinely entertaining." The new material includes chapters on Buddhism and gay marriage and an extensive afterword that explores how religion is treated on the animated shows that have followed in the footsteps of The Simpsons: South Park, Family Guy, Futurama, American Dad, and King of the Hill.
Book Synopsis The Gospel According to the Simpsons by : Mark I. Pinsky
Download or read book The Gospel According to the Simpsons written by Mark I. Pinsky and published by Westminster John Knox Press. This book was released on 2001-01-01 with total page 220 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Examines the treatment of religion and spirituality in the animated television series, including its depiction of God, Jesus, heaven, hell, and prayer in chapters devoted to Homer, Lisa, Ned, Reverend Lovejoy, Krusty, and Apu.
Book Synopsis A Guide to Ministry Self-Care by : Richard P. Olson
Download or read book A Guide to Ministry Self-Care written by Richard P. Olson and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2018-09-10 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Guide to Ministry Self-Care offers a comprehensive and up-to-date overview of both the causes of stress and strategies for effective self-care. Written for both new and long-time ministers, the book addresses a wide range of life situations and explores many forms of self-care, from physical and financial to relational and spiritual.
Book Synopsis Religions and Nonviolence by : Rachel M. MacNair
Download or read book Religions and Nonviolence written by Rachel M. MacNair and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2015-07-07 with total page 387 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Covering the nonviolence traditions in all the major religions as well as the contributions of religious traditions to major nonviolent practices, this book addresses theories of nonviolence, considers each religion individually, and highlights what discrete religious perspectives have in common. Covering all the major-and some of the larger minor-religions of the world, Religions and Nonviolence: The Rise of Effective Advocacy for Peace examines the rich history of how human thinking on nonviolence has developed and what each religion offers to the theory and practice of nonviolence, providing a counterpoint to the perspective that religion has largely inspired violence and intolerance. It also traces the contributions of religious traditions to secular nonviolent practices, recognizes and explains why religion has historically inspired violence, and provides additional resources for investigating the crossroads of religion and advocacy of nonviolence and peace. The author addresses the nonviolence traditions in religions such as Bahai, Buddhism, Christianity, Ethical Atheism, the First Nations of North America, Judaism, Hinduism, Islam, Sikhism, Tenrikyo, and Revitalized Paganism. Ancient religions with important contributions to nonviolence-Zoroastrianism, Taoism, and Jainism-receive attention, as do Mo Tse and other Chinese philosophers as well as Pythagoras and other classical Greek thinkers. Students of religion, history of religion, sociology, or psychology will find this book key to achieving a balanced and therefore more accurate understanding of both religion and history. General readers will gain insights into the commonalities among different religions as well as each major religion's historical and current stances on issues of violence, such as human or animal sacrifice, slavery, war, and the death penalty.
Book Synopsis Praying with Body and Soul by : Jane E. Vennard
Download or read book Praying with Body and Soul written by Jane E. Vennard and published by Augsburg Books. This book was released on 1998-10-01 with total page 146 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Praying with Body and Soul involves the whole person: our senses, our bodies at rest or in motion, our imaginations, as well as our minds and emotions. By paying prayerful attention to the body people will not only recognize the ways in which they already pray, but will learn how to deepen their relationship with God. Each chapter includes questions for reflection, and practical exercises, such as drawing, walking meditation, fasting, making music, dancing, and praying in sickness and disability. This guide to prayer can be used by individuals, prayer partners, and small groups.
Book Synopsis Post-Traumatic Church Syndrome by : Reba Riley
Download or read book Post-Traumatic Church Syndrome written by Reba Riley and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2015-08-18 with total page 368 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Simultaneously published in St. Louis, Missouri by Chalice Press, 2015.
Book Synopsis 1001 Humorous Illustrations for Public Speaking by : Michael Hodgin
Download or read book 1001 Humorous Illustrations for Public Speaking written by Michael Hodgin and published by Zondervan. This book was released on 2010-09-21 with total page 416 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: You have something important to say. Are you sure your audience is listening? Clocks start ticking in the minds of your listeners the minute you begin your presentation. These clocks measure the amount of time you have to interest them before their attention wanders elsewhere. Could be three minutes. Could be thirty seconds. But make your audience laugh and they forget about their clocks. They are too busy listening. Make them laugh and they will listen. Humor is one of your most powerful tools as a speaker, and 1001 Humorous Illustrations for Public Speaking lets you wield it with power. Michael Hodgin has compiled hundreds of humorous anecdotes on dozens of topics and brought them together in one book. From "Ability" and "Accidents" to "Work" and "Worship," Hodgin's illustrations are arranged according to topic and indexed to help you quickly find the perfect anecdote. The book also provides space to record the times and places you use each illustration, so no one will hear you tell the same joke twice. Ideal for preachers, teachers, executives, and anyone else who speaks publicly, 1001 Humorous Illustrations for Public Speaking will keep your audience laughing -- and listening to every word you say.
Book Synopsis Gaining Mind of Peace by : Rachel M. MacNair
Download or read book Gaining Mind of Peace written by Rachel M. MacNair and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2003-09-08 with total page 174 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Why are there wars? Why do people destroy with terrorism, riots, lynchings? Why do they bully others, or look away when others are in trouble? People who study the mind and behavior -- psychologists -- have been trying to figure this out for a long time. This book explains some of what we know so far. It also gives ideas for what we can do about it, especially what young people can do. For grades 6 and up.
Book Synopsis The Psychology of Peace by : Rachel M. MacNair
Download or read book The Psychology of Peace written by Rachel M. MacNair and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2011-11-08 with total page 278 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Despite our advances in technology and education, we still live in a world permeated by violence. This introductory textbook in the field of peace psychology addresses the psychological causes of violence and nonviolence, conflict resolution, nonviolent struggle, and the confluence of public policy and private lifestyles. Just as health providers study disease and its prevention, understanding the causes of violent behavior and how to prevent such behavior is a basic cornerstone for those who are working towards a healthy society. Another parallel: maintaining physical health involves positive practices; similarly, positive nonviolent approaches need to be psychologically understood and encouraged. The second edition of The Psychology of Peace: An Introduction demonstrates what can be learned through the lens of peace psychology, providing a solid foundation in the psychological theories needed for building and maintaining a peaceful society and peaceful individuals. This second edition incorporates the tremendous amount of new research and subsequent events since 2003, including post-2003 violent and nonviolent revolutions, such as the ongoing war in Iraq and Afghanistan, and the nonviolent overthrowing of dictators in Tunisia and Egypt. Author MacNair again outlines why application of psychological study to the soundness of decision-making for public policy—and to the policies themselves—is crucial knowledge, and how applying the study to private practices and even art can help build up a peaceful society.
Book Synopsis Illustrations Unlimited by : James S. Hewett
Download or read book Illustrations Unlimited written by James S. Hewett and published by Tyndale House Publishers, Inc.. This book was released on 1988 with total page 516 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Here are quotations--from C.S. Lewis to Martin Luther to William Shakespeare to Ann Landers. Here are anecodotes from history--and from the contemporary world. Here are the great and the famous--and some "little people" whose stories can inspire or amuse audiences. Here are wisdom and laughter, insight and diversion.i
Book Synopsis Coffee Break with God by : Honor Books
Download or read book Coffee Break with God written by Honor Books and published by David C Cook. This book was released on 1996 with total page 216 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Refreshing devotions are specially designed to fit into your schedule and give you a boost in the middle of your hectic day. Includes Scripture quotes.
Download or read book God, No! written by Penn Jillette and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2012-06-05 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The outspoken half of magic duo Penn & Teller presents an atheistic reinterpretation of the Ten Commandments, discussing why doubt, skepticism, and wonder should be celebrated and offering humorous stories from his own experiences.
