In the spring of 1996 our family journeyed to Salt Lake City, Utah as part of a family vacation and visit to a friend. While we were there I visited a bookstore which is one of my favorite things to do. In the bookstore I came upon a title “Living Buddha Living Christ.” Its author, … Read more
“The prophets of our era lament the lack of religion’s concern for underpaid women, trafficked girls, beaten wives, and the miserable second-classism of women everywhere—in both church and state. Today’s prophets try to deter the ruthless, relentless, systemic violence practiced in the name of patriotism, calling itself “the Will of God.” The prophets understand why … Read more
Pastrix: The Cranky, Beautiful Faith of a Sinner & Saint by Nadia Bolz-Weber My rating: 5 of 5 stars I have now read three of her books this summer. She’s an incredible author who really speaks to me and my understanding of God and creation. She has forced me out of some of my comfort … Read more
Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man and Life’s Greatest Lesson by Mitch Albom My rating: 5 of 5 stars This is one of the books that should be required reading for college age students. But then they’re too young to get it. The wisdom of the relationship between Mitch and Morrie is … Read more
