Book of the Month

Called Again: in and beyond the deserts of faith. Alan Jamieson. 168pp $29.95 Philip Garside, NZ

In this much anticipated sequel to A Churchless Faith, Baptist pastor and sociologist Jamieson tells how many people feel propelled into dark, desert-like places of faith. Yet in time, with support of like-minded people, they find a new response to God’s love - they are called again.

Readers will identify with the personal stories of others’ faith journeys, and gain encouragement as they seek to embrace a bigger vision of God at work today. A positive and stimulating book.

Also in stock A Churchless Faith (2001) $29.95.

  The Spirituality Revolution: the emergence of contemporary spirituality. David Tacey 250pp $34.95 HarperCollins, Aust.

Tacey is one of Australia’s leading thinkers in religion and spirituality. He argues that the growing popularity of alternative spirituality is a sign of a new phase in the spiritual development of the Western world. Rather than dismissing the New Age movement, Tacey suggests that it is evidence of humanity’s enduring need to find answers to the demanding questions that face us today. He reveals how these new ideas meet needs not addressed by traditional religion and offers a bridge between the old and the new to help us find meaning and significance in our lives.

 Life at Depth: an exploration of spirituality. Rob Ferguson. 82pp $19.95 Rafter Productions, NZ

Drawing on 25 years of working alongside people from many walks of life, Methodist minister Ferguson suggests that spirituality is about making meaning.

He invites you to explore three inter–locking facets to making meaning out of life: - learning to see inner and outer signals, making connections with others and making room in our spirituality for people, ideas and environments. This clearly written and insightful book is designed for personal reflection and would also work as a basis for small group study.

 The Emerging Church: Vintage Christianity for new generations. Dan Kimball. 266pp $37.95 Zondervan, US.

This book goes beyond just theory and gets into very practical ways of assisting you in your local church circumstances. There is no one right way, no model for us all to emulate. But there is something better. Kimbal calls it Vintage Christianity - a refreshing return to an unapologetically, sacred, raw, historical and Jesus-focused missional ministry.

  Saying Goodbye: stories of caring for the dying. Megan Hender. 191pp $32.95 ABC Books, Aust.

Honest and uplifting true-life accounts from spouses, lovers and parents of the dying who speak candidly of  the trials, sadness and courage both of their loved ones and themselves as they say goodbye.

Many discovered that their experience proved unex­pect­ed­ly fulfilling, giving them new insights into how to come to terms with death. Life-affirming stories that will stay with you long after you have finished the book.

  Beyond Belief: the secret Gospel of Thomas. Elaine Pagels. 272pp $34.94 Random, US

“This luminous and accessible history of early Christian thought offers profound and crucial insights on the nature of God, revelation, and what we mean by religious truth.” Karen Armstong.

Renowned religion scholar Elaine Pagels continues her groundbreaking exam­ination of the earliest Christian texts, arguing for an ongoing assessment of faith and a questioning of religious orthodoxy.

Spurred on by personal tragedy and new scholarship from an international group of researchers, Pagels returns to her investigation of the “secret” Gospel of Thomas, and breathes new life into writings once thought heretical.

  Miles to Go. Pauline O’Regan.216pp Was $34.95, now $29.95 while stocks last Penguin, NZ

Overflowing with a wicked good humour and a practical spirituality, Miles to Go is a robust antidote to the notion that only the young can enjoy life. This is a rare and insightful glimpse of one woman’s journey towards what is often dismissed as ‘old age’ without acknowledging the wisdom that it can bring.

Now in her 80s, well-known nun Pauline O’Regan will convince you that there is nothing to fear about ageing and a whole lot to look forward to.

  Iona Abbey Music Book: songs from the Iona Abbey Worship Book. Iona Community. 155pp spiral bound. $49.95 Wild Goose, UK

These 60 songs of challenge, change and encouragement are offered as a companion to the liturgies of the Iona Abbey Worship Book (also available $38.95).

While the music complements the themes and theologies of the Worship Book, the songs could also be included in services using other liturgies. Four part harmony/piano accompaniment is given for each piece. Some songs have been published in other Wild Goose books, but many appear here for the first time.

 The Wine of Angels. Phil Rickman. 640pp $19.95 Pan, UK. (1999) Fiction

The new vicar of Ledwardine, Rev Merrily Watkins, is a young widow with a turbulent past and a "difficult" daughter. A village festival is to be held focusing on the mysterious death of a previous minister during the witch-hunts of the 17th century. Tensions tighten, a girl disappears and a tree bears unlikely fruit.

Also available in the Rev Merrily Watkins series: (2) Midwinter of the Spirit $19.95, (3) Crown of Lights  $22.95, (4) Cure of Souls  $22.95, (5) Lamp of the wicked  $22.95.

These gripping thrillers include elements of the supernatural  and deal with the power of evil.
Spine chilling winter reading.

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