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In the pre-reserve era, Aboriginal bands in the northern plains
were relatively small multicultural communities that actively
maintained fluid and inclusive membership through traditional
kinship practices. These practices were governed by the Law of the
People as described in the traditional stories of Wisashkecahk, or
Elder Brother, that outlined social interaction, marriage,
adoption, and kinship roles and responsibilities. In Elder Brother
and the Law of the People, Robert Innes offers a detailed analysis
of the role of Elder Brother stories in historical and contemporary
kinship practices in Cowessess First Nation, located in
southeastern Saskatchewan. He reveals how these tradition-inspired
practices act to undermine legal and scholarly definitions of
"Indian" and counter the perception that First Nations people have
internalized such classifications. He presents Cowessess's
successful negotiation of the 1996 Treaty Land Agreement and their
high inclusion rate of new "Bill-C31s" as evidence of the
persistence of historical kinship values and their continuing role
as the central unifying factor for band membership. Elder Brother
and the Law of the People presents an entirely new way of viewing
Aboriginal cultural identity on the northern plains.
Poet, artist, visionary and author of the unofficial English
national anthem 'Jerusalem', William Blake is an archetypal
misunderstood genius. In this radical new biography, we return to a
world of riots, revolutions and radicals, discuss movements from
the Levellers of the sixteenth century to the psychedelic
counterculture of the 1960s, and explore the latest discoveries in
neurobiology, quantum physics and comparative religion to look
afresh at Blake's life and work - and, crucially, his mind. Taking
the reader on wild detours into unfamiliar territory, John Higgs
places the bewildering eccentricities of a most singular artist
into context and shows us how Blake can help us better understand
ourselves.
From the man who has inspired millions of people to transform their lives and create their heart's desire comes his latest book on seeking and embracing the power source within. Deepak Chopra has made clear his conviction that it is within the potential of every human being to live an enriching, self-aware, magnificent life. But to reach that state of empowerment is a difficult task, calling for courage, will power and - often - guidance.
In Self-Power, Chopra offers that guidance and encouragement, while inspiring his readers to take their lives into their own capable hands no matter what challenges they may confront, be they job loss, financial difficulties, relationship issues, health problems or spiritual questions.
Faithful. Triune. Beyond comparison. Triumphant over all. These
words barely begin to describe the God we serve, yet he invites us
to have a relationship with him. What could be more important than
knowing this all-surpassing God? These five easy-to-use studies,
based on J. I. Packer's bestselling classic Knowing God, explore
the character and actions of God throughout Scripture. They
encourage us to look for God every time we read the Bible and to
deepen our understanding, trust, and worship in response. As
companions to the IVP Signature Collection, IVP Signature Bible
Studies help individuals and groups explore and apply biblical
truths. Each session features an insightful quotation by Packer
matched with a Scripture passage, reflection questions, and
application ideas that will equip readers to gain a fuller
knowledge of the God we worship. A leader's guide and list of
suggested resources are also included.
What Are Spiritual Gifts? The subject of spiritual gifts can seem
complicated: Who has spiritual gifts--"spiritual people" or
everybody? What are spiritual gifts anyway? Understanding Spiritual
Gifts takes you straight to God's Word to discover answers from the
Gift-Giver Himself. As you dig into Bible passages about God's
design for each of us, you'll find out that spiritual gifts aren't
complicated--but they are life-changing. Here you will uncover what
spiritual gifts are, where they come from, who has them, how they
are received, and how they work within the church. As you study,
you will have a new vision for how you can use your God-given gifts
to bring hope to your home, your church, and a hurting world. 40
Minutes a Week Could Change Your Life! The 40-Minute Bible Studies
series from the teaching team at Precept Ministries International
tackles the topics that matter to you. These inductive study
guides, designed to be completed in just six 40-minute lessons with
no homework required, help you discover for yourself what God says
and how it applies to your life today. With the leader's notes and
Bible passages included right in the book, each self-contained
study is a powerful resource for personal growth and small-group
discussion.
A "brilliant and fascinating" (Eben Alexander, MD, author of Proof
of Heaven) exploration-rich with powerful personal stories and
convincing research-of the many ways the living can and do
accompany the dying on their journey into the afterlife. In 2000,
end-of-life therapist William Peters was volunteering at the Zen
Hospice Project in San Francisco when he had an extraordinary
experience as he was reading aloud to a patient: he suddenly felt
himself floating midair, completely out of his body. The patient,
who was also aloft, looked at him and smiled. The next moment,
Peters felt himself return to his body...but his patient never
regained consciousness and died. Perplexed and stunned by what had
happened, Peters began searching for other people who'd shared
similar experiences. He would spend the next twenty years gathering
and meticulously categorizing their stories to identify key
patterns and features of what is now known as the "shared crossing"
experience. The similarities, which cut across continents and
cultures and include awe-inspiring visual and sensory effects, and
powerful emotional aftershocks. The book is filled with "moving and
tender" (Jack Kornfield, PhD, author of A Path with Heart) tales of
spouses seeing their loved ones reach the other side after decades
together and bereaved parents who share their children's entry into
the afterlife. Applying rigorous research, Peters digs into the
effects of these shared crossing experiences impart-liberation at
the sight of a loved one finding joy, a sense of reconciliation if
the relationship was fraught-and explores questions like: What can
explain these shared death experiences? How can we increase our
likelihood of having one? What do these experiences tell us about
what lies beyond? And, most importantly, how can they help take
away the string of death and better prepare us for our own final
moments? How can we have both a better life and a better death?
Dubbed 'a heroic gate-crasher' by New York Times bestselling author
Glennon Doyle, Brian McLaren explores reasons to leave or stay
within the church and if so, how ... Do I Stay Christian? addresses
in public the powerful question that surprising numbers of people -
including pastors, priests and other religious leaders - are asking
in private. Picking up where Brian's warmly received Faith After
Doubt (2021) leaves off, Do I Stay Christian? is not McLaren's
attempt to persuade Christians to dig in their heels or run for the
exit. Instead, he combines his own experience with that of
thousands of people who have confided in him over the years to help
readers make a responsible, honest, ethical decision about their
religious identity. There is a way to say both yes and no to the
question of staying Christian, McLaren says, by shifting the focus
from whether we stay Christian to how we stay human. If Do I Stay
Christian? is the question you're asking - or if it's a question
that someone you love is asking - this is the book you've been
waiting for. 'Brian's new book on remaining Christian knocks it out
of the ballpark in terms of framing and naming the questions. I
cannot stop reading it. Thank you, Brian!' Fr Richard Rohr, OFM,
founder of the Center for Action and Contemplation, author of The
Universal Christ
The Brightest Lights of the Christian TraditionSt. Augustine, Thomas Merton, Fredrick Buechner, Evelyn Underhill, A.W. Tozer, G.K. Chesterton, Thomas More, Martin Luther King, Jr., Amy Carmichael, Simone Weil, Pierre Teilhard de Chardin, Hildegard of Bingen, John Milton, Dorothy Day, Leo Tolstoy, Gerard Manley Hopkins, and more. . . From nearly two thousand years of Christian writing comes Spiritual Classcs,fifty-two selections complete with a profile of each author, guided meditations for group and individual use, and reflections containing questions and exercises. Editors Richard Foster and Emilie Griffith offer their expertise by selecting inspirational writings and including their own commentary and recommendations for further guided reading and exploration.
Prayer Journal for Women: 52 Weeks Scripture, Devotional, &
Guided Prayer Journal includes Scripture verses, reflections on the
Word, and journaling prompts to guide your walk with God and
strengthen your faith. Verses are organized thematically: Love
& Inner Beauty - Provision & Faithfulness - God's Love -
Adversity & Trials - Awe & Sovereignty - Strength Through
Faith - Fear - Grace & Forgiveness A perfect companion for
individual worship or for group Bible study, this 12-month journal
features: A generous 8 x 10 trim size with plenty of space to write
Four full pages for each week of the year Original illustrations on
each page by author and artist Shannon Roberts Each week includes:
Scripture - An inspiring Bible verse to reflect and meditate on
throughout your week, giving you time to memorize the verse and
ingrain it into your heart and soul. Reflect - A "Reflect" page
with thoughts and questions prompted by the weekly Scripture verse,
along with space to record your own thoughts and responses. Journal
- Two full pages to journal your praise for God, your prayer
requests, the things on your heart, and how you wish to be taught
and guided, as well as a Bible verse about the power of prayer.
Answered Prayers - A tracker with space to record your prayers, so
you can see how God moves in your life throughout the course of a
year.
Find calm 365 days of the year with this little book of tips and
quotes. It'll transport you to a peaceful place, where you can
focus on being present and reap the rewards of a more relaxed life.
Staying calm is about how you deal with your emotions, and this
little book is here to help you pinpoint what makes you stressed so
you can stay in charge of your feelings. Within these pages are
simple but effective tips on how to: Use breathing techniques and
meditation to help you feel grounded Practise mindfulness to avoid
catastrophizing Improve your health and well-being for a happier
mind As well as its many practical ideas, 365 Days of Calm includes
a range of insightful quotes, from Lao Tzu to Cara Delevingne, to
help restore the peace in your day. Learning how to create calm in
your life will boost your well-being, mental health and inner
strength, helping you to become a happier and healthier person.
An Ignatian Spirituality Reader is a collection of the finest short
essays on Ignatian spirituality and its founder, Ignatius Loyola.
The eighteen offerings are conveniently organized by theme. George
Wl. Traub, SJ, provides an introduction, suggested further
readings, and a short glossary of key terms and concepts for each
section. The selections compiled here are written by a veritable
"Who's Who" of Ignatian spirituality experts (including Howard
Gray, SJ; William A. Barry, SJ; Dennis Hamm, SJ; Ron Hansen; and
many others). The entries will be of particular interst to those
involved in all forms of Jesuit ministry, but also to any lay
individual seeking to broaden his or her understanding of Ignatian
practices and principles.
The Good News is still good news.
We live in a time of constant crisis -- of anxiety and
insecurity. We are unsure of who and what to trust, no matter how
anchored and seemingly untouchable the source.
The Catholic Church is certainly no stranger to this
controversy, and for many people it is the very source of one's
crisis. For all these reasons, we ask ourselves the haunting
question, "Why do we believe?"
Father Benedict J. Groeschel knows that asking "Why believe?"
can be an important and positive step toward deepening one's
relationship with Christ and His Church. The popular author,
psychologist, and teacher knows firsthand the doubts and questions
experienced on every journey of faith -- as well as the answers
people seek. Focusing on how the Good News is still good news,
Father Groeschel offers clear and concise answers about science,
about Scripture, and about the Church itself.
Renew your faith in God, in Christ, and in the Church.
In this best-selling, award-winning book, now in paperback, Drs.
Cloud and Townsend introduce eight persuasive principles that
demonstrate how God enters both the heart-breaking situation and
the life looking for more. These principles are applied to readers'
lives so that their relationships will be better, they'll have more
control over their lives, and their spiritual hunger will be
satisfied.
A collection of household prayers that celebrates daily tasks such
as making the bed and reading the newspaper while that examining
their relationship to the Divine.
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