John Bell collects scripts from his radio show 'Thought for the day', offering a religious perspective on matters of current social and international importance.

Have you ever felt far away from God? Though many Christians are convinced they can't admit that, if you're feeling distant from God, you're not alone. In fact, honesty about divine distance is an important first step back to the presence of God. The truth is, we all go through seasons when prayers seem futile, worship feels empty, or we feel lonely, wondering if God cares or even knows what we're facing. When those seasons come and our familiar spiritual routines are no longer working, how can we recover the closeness with God that we crave? With transparency and a pastoral heart, Jamie Rasmussen reveals eight ways to navigate divine distance and experience the nearness of God again. After unpacking why God sometimes feels so far away, he mines the riches of the book of Esther for principles that are available to us today. The result is an intimate and practical guide to navigating seasons of divine distance so we can once again feel closer to God.

Join Sister Wendy on a journey through Lent, and discover the timeless wisdom to be found in some of the world's greatest paintings. Illustrated in full colour with over forty famous and lesser-known masterpieces of Western art, this beautiful book will lead you into a deeply prayerful response to all that these paintings convey to the discerning eye. 'For those who want to appreciate the spirituality behind some of the world's greatest works of art, this book will be hugely inspiring - not only during Lent but at any time of the year.' Dr Janina Ramirez, art historian and broadcaster

Not another book about what we already know, but one about what we overlook. In Ten Things They Never Told Me About Jesus John Bell explores facets of the personal life, relationships and ministry of Jesus which are seldom the stuff of preaching or conversation, but which are all rooted in the Gospels and are necessary if we are to be freed from the passive stereotypes which still dominate thinking about Christ. Much of the book is rooted in encounters with people on the periphery of religious life and in situations where politeness was not a prerequisite for discussing faith. John Bell is a member of the Iona Community, an ordained minister and an occasional broadcaster who lectures and preaches across the globe.

Christ of the Celts
"I explore the Celtic image of Christ as the Memory of what we have forgotten. He remembers the dance of the universe and the harmony that is deep within all things. He is the Memory also of who we are."
--from the Prelude
"Diagnosing the human soul with a longing for peace in the face of fear and fragmentation nurtured by global political forces and fundamentalisms, Newell offers the ancient traditions of Celtic Christianity as a way forward in healing humankind and the earth."
--Publishers Weekly
"This graceful, wise, and important book is a superb introduction to the treasures of Celtic Christianity for our time."
--Marcus Borg, author, The Heart of Christianity

366 meditations from Rohr's many written and recorded works, arranged around seven themes: Methodology, Foundation, Frame, Ecumenical, Transformation, Process, Goal

Rueben P. Job, author of Three Simple Rules, brings us a new insight on how to live a Christ-like life and explores the three most basic and profound questions at the center of our faith questions that all major religions try to answer and around which there seems to be much confusion: Who Is God? Who Am I? Who Are We Together? How we answer these three simple questions has a big impact on what we believe, how we live, and how we relate to other people. In Three Simple Questions, Youth Edition based on Rueben P. Job s book Three Simple Questions: Knowing the God of Love, Hope, and Purpose youth will spend six weeks discussing and wrestling with these basic but life-changing questions Who is God?: What do we know about God? What can we learn about God through the person of Jesus Christ and the ongoing presence of the Holy Spirit? Who am I?: What does it mean for us to be God s beloved children? How do we reflect the light of Christ into the darkness we encounter? Who are we together?: What does it mean to be the church? How do we, as members of the church, practice our faith? Three Simple Questions, Youth Edition responds to these questions with a host of activities, challenges, and discussion questions. During these six sessions, youth will gain a better understanding of how to live as a child of God and a member of the body of Christ. "

The issue of homosexuality has become one of the most contentious within the Christian church today. Urs Mattmann shows that the spiritual and indeed practical aims of gay and lesbian people are no different from those of others on the path of true spirituality throughout the ages; in fact, their particular lifestyles and experiences put them in a better position to work for good in the world. The author explores a mystic spirituality and describes numerous practical steps that gay men and women can take in order to connect with their innate spiritual nature and express it in their daily lives and relationships. He provides prayers, meditations, rituals, exercises and other suggestions to foster spiritual discovery. Addressing the unique gifts that gays and lesbians have to offer to the rest of us - 'queer' gifts not only for personal development but also for service in and to the world - this book shows how a relevant and liberating spirituality can enrich the lives of gay and lesbian people on a practical level. Urs Mattmann is a social worker and a Psychosynthesis counsellor who has studied theology and has a background in meditation. A member of an ecumenical Christian order, he has initiated a number of spiritual projects for gay and lesbian people, and also leads retreats, workshops and seminars.

Richard Rohr is one of the great spiritual writers of our time, and he believes this is the most important book he's ever written

Rueben P. Job, author of Three Simple Rules, brings us a new insight on how to live a Christ-like life and explores the three most basic and profound questions at the center of our faith questions that all major religions try to answer and around which there seems to be much confusion: Who is God? Who am I? Who are we together? Each of the six session plans found in this children s leader resource: . Helps children understand and apply the three simple questions of "Who is God?, Who am I?, and Who are we together? . Coordinates with the church-wide study and enables families to learn and discuss basic life issues together . Provides reflective discussion questions that are easy enough for children to understand and encourages them to reflect on important life issues at an early age."

I just want to be in heaven. When we enter seasons of hardship or shortage, we yearn for the peace, tranquility, and abundance we know we will find in heaven. But did you know that God has given us access to the riches of heaven here on earth? Bestselling author and entrepreneur Patricia King dives into Scripture and answers questions like - What does accessing the riches of heaven look like?

- What kinds of riches are there?

- How can I receive my spiritual inheritance?

- What impedes me from accessing this heavenly abundance?

- Does God bestow different kinds of riches on different people?

The Father provides for his children and has given you the means to access his riches here and now. Will you accept his invitation?