<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[bl results for ca:2* nw:[0 TO 180]]]></title><description><![CDATA[bl results for ca:2* nw:[0 TO 180]]]></description><link>https://gateway.bibliocommons.com/v2/libraries/barrie/rss/search?query=ca%3A2%2A%20nw%3A%5B0%20TO%20180%5D&amp;searchType=bl&amp;origin=core-catalog-explore&amp;sort=NEWLY_ACQUIRED&amp;suppress=true&amp;title=Religion&amp;view=grouped</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 02:16:36 GMT</lastBuildDate><item><title><![CDATA[The Supreme Gift]]></title><description><![CDATA["Love is humankind's supreme gift. Paulo Coelho, the internationally bestselling author of The Alchemist, teaches us how to embrace it"-- Provided by publisher.]]></description><link>https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S177C1887825</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S177C1887825</guid><category><![CDATA[BK]]></category><category><![CDATA[eng]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Coelho, Paulo]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><comments>https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/item/comment/1887825177</comments><format>BK</format><subtitle>Love Is the Greatest Thing in the World</subtitle><language>eng</language><image_url>https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9780063470088/MC.GIF&amp;client=barriep&amp;type=xw12&amp;oclc=</image_url></item><item><title><![CDATA[This Is the Door]]></title><description><![CDATA[Darcey Steinke, acclaimed author of Flash Count Diary and Suicide Blonde, explores the world of pain for those who suffer and those who love them. Steinke gets to the heart of pain with her usual brilliance, humor, candor, and empathy. In chapters that trace the body --The Spine, The Heart, The Knees, and more -- she introduces sufferers to new and ancient understandings of pain through history, philosophy, religion, pop culture, and reported human experience. Leaving no stone unturned, Steinke takes readers under the knife, through the archives, and across oceans. She interviews working physicians, analyzes the writings of Frida Kahlo, recounts her own back surgery, and journeys to Lourdes, where she finds herself invited to participate in the famed pilgrimage site's rituals. For readers of Joan Didion, C. S. Lewis, Sheila Heti, and Leslie Jamison, This Is the Door beautifully illuminates the experience of pain and its myriad effects on the body, mind, and soul. Whether you are hurting or know someone who is, whether your pain is somatic or spiritual, This Is the Door is a revelation.]]></description><link>https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S177C1887972</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S177C1887972</guid><category><![CDATA[BK]]></category><category><![CDATA[eng]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Steinke, Darcey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><comments>https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/item/comment/1887972177</comments><format>BK</format><subtitle>The Body, Pain, and Faith</subtitle><language>eng</language><image_url>https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9780063289161/MC.GIF&amp;client=barriep&amp;type=xw12&amp;oclc=</image_url></item><item><title><![CDATA[Peace Be With You!]]></title><description><![CDATA[With his first public appearance before the world, Pope Leo XIV expressed hope for an 'unarmed and disarming' peace. Collected in a beautiful edition are the sermons and speeches Pope Leo XIV has delivered since his May 8, 2025, election. These initial addresses convey some of Pope Leo XIV's priorities: the primacy of God, communion in the Church, and the pursuit of peace. His countless calls for reconciliation are addressed not only to politics, but to the heart of every person.]]></description><link>https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S177C1890076</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S177C1890076</guid><category><![CDATA[BOOK_CD]]></category><category><![CDATA[eng]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Leo]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><comments>https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/item/comment/1890076177</comments><format>BOOK_CD</format><subtitle>My Words to the Church and to the World</subtitle><language>eng</language><image_url>https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9780063514850/MC.GIF&amp;client=barriep&amp;type=xw12&amp;oclc=</image_url></item><item><title><![CDATA[Witness to Belief]]></title><description><![CDATA[Through interviews with twelve remarkable and renowned people of various Christian faiths, author Russell J. Levenson, Jr. explores different ways people come to faith and sustain it in their daily lives. The result is a collection of fascinating, moving, and unique stories, rarely shared with the public.]]></description><link>https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S177C1890040</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S177C1890040</guid><category><![CDATA[BK]]></category><category><![CDATA[eng]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Levenson, Russell J.]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><comments>https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/item/comment/1890040177</comments><format>BK</format><subtitle>Conversations on Faith and Meaning</subtitle><language>eng</language><image_url>https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9781640658578/MC.GIF&amp;client=barriep&amp;type=xw12&amp;oclc=</image_url></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Sound That Perceives the World]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Kannon-gyo is chapter 25 of the Lotus Sutra, and its focus is the bodhisattva of compassion, Avalokiteshvara, known in China as Guanyin, and in Japan as Kannon or Kanzeon. The text describes the many ways in which calling out the bodhisattva's name -- Namu Kanzeon Bosatsu -- can relieve suffering. Most schools of Zen Buddhism, and especially the Soto school, eschew such practices as chanting the names of buddhas and bodhisattvas, along with venerating such figures. The eminent Soto Zen master Kosho Uchiyama Roshi, however, while doing hard physical labor early in his career, could not practice zazen -- that is, formal sitting meditation. He came to appreciate the Kannon-gyo and the practices related to it. In particular, he took to reciting Kannon's name, as recommended in the text of the Kannon-gyo. Later in life, Uchiyama Roshi suffered from illness that again prevented him from practicing formal Zen, so he returned to the Kannon-gyo and the practice of chanting. He went so far as to assert that chanting Kannon's name is completely equivalent to zazen, that the two practices are simply two sides of the same coin -- a revolutionary idea seemingly at odds with Zen. Chanting practice is especially accessible, as it can be done while working, traveling, or suffering from illness, and other activities that would ordinarily get in the way of formal Zen practice. With these practices, the Kannon-gyo, and Kannon herself as a backdrop, Uchiyama Roshi muses about the purposes of religion, the goals of religious practice, and the meaning of enlightenment -- and their relation to suffering itself.]]></description><link>https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S177C1890021</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S177C1890021</guid><category><![CDATA[BK]]></category><category><![CDATA[eng]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Uchiyama, Kōshō]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><comments>https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/item/comment/1890021177</comments><format>BK</format><subtitle>Calling Out to the Bodhisattva</subtitle><language>eng</language><image_url>https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9781614299516/MC.GIF&amp;client=barriep&amp;type=xw12&amp;oclc=</image_url></item><item><title><![CDATA[Work Like A Monk]]></title><description><![CDATA["In our hectic days filled with long hours, endless emails, and tedious virtual meetings, it's hard to stay connected to the higher purpose of work -- to see past the grind and embrace what we're really trying to achieve. In this engaging and illuminating book, Japanese Buddhist monk Shoukei Matsumoto offers a fresh take on what it means to find satisfaction at work. Presented in the form of an imagined conversation between a Western businessperson and a temple priest, this far-ranging exploration covers everything from embracing simplicity and communicating with clarity to the importance of daily rituals, insights on avoiding burnout, and even what it means to be a good ancestor. Along the way, you'll discover ancient wisdom and contemporary ideas -- all thoughtfully presented in the context of modern daily life. Whether you're a recent graduate or a seasoned professional, this meaningful guide offers a fresh perspective, and more intentional way forward"--Amazon website.]]></description><link>https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S177C1904903</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S177C1904903</guid><category><![CDATA[BK]]></category><category><![CDATA[eng]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Matsumoto, Shoukei]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><comments>https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/item/comment/1904903177</comments><format>BK</format><subtitle>A Buddhist Guide to Embracing What Matters</subtitle><language>eng</language><image_url>https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9798217179657/MC.GIF&amp;client=barriep&amp;type=xw12&amp;oclc=</image_url></item><item><title><![CDATA[Traveling in Bardo]]></title><description><![CDATA[In a world where nothing lasts forever, how do we live? Life is perpetually, endlessly filled with change: new jobs and new loves, unfamiliar places and faces. And entwined in that change is loss: loss of what was or is, or what could have been. In the midst of this shifting landscape, Traveling in Bardo invites us to embrace impermanence in a powerful way, rooted in ancient wisdom. Interweaving explorations of bardo in relation to marriage and friendship, parents and children, work and creativity with stories of her Tibetan ancestors and the Buddhist teachings on the fleeting nature of existence, Ann Tashi Slater illuminates what the teachings have to tell us in our contemporary lives. She relays vital wisdom from Tibetan culture, giving us a bold, new framework to navigate moments of change and live life fully. During over forty years of writing and speaking about her Tibetan-American heritage and the relevance of Buddhism in Western society, Slater has come to see how Tibetan bardo views on impermanence can transform the way we live. In Tibetan belief, bardo is the interval between death and rebirth, as well as the intermediate state between birth and death. It also refers to liminal periods in life when the reality we know comes to an end. A time of great possibility, it offers us the opportunity to find happiness in an impermanent world.]]></description><link>https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S177C1906456</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S177C1906456</guid><category><![CDATA[BK]]></category><category><![CDATA[eng]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Slater, Ann Tashi]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><comments>https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/item/comment/1906456177</comments><format>BK</format><subtitle>The Art of Living in An Impermanent World</subtitle><language>eng</language><image_url>https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9780306835216/MC.GIF&amp;client=barriep&amp;type=xw12&amp;oclc=</image_url></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Way of the Wildflower]]></title><description><![CDATA["Discover how to live freely and release your burdens with gospel meditations that turn your focus to the God who cares deeply for you. Are you looking for a new way of living? A way to stop anxious thoughts and release heavy burdens you aren't meant to carry? In The Way of the Wildflower, bestselling author and artist Ruth Chou Simons invites you to draw inspiration for your weary soul from the flowers of the field through thirty gospel focused meditations covering five ways of the wildflower : Dependency, Freedom, Resilience, Unhurriedness, and Belovedness. This gorgeous, full-color devotional features Ruth's signature art and stunning hand-painted botanicals, alongside : Bible verses to meditate on ; Practical applications of God's Word ; Key truths to preach to yourself when you feel burdened ; Prayers to help you practice the way of the wildflower ; Wildflower facts and the lessons we can learn from them. If you're wrestling with your past, struggling in your present, or fearful for your future, pause and be still. Consider how the wildflowers grow, remember that the God who cares for them cares for you, too, and let your anxious soul find rest in Him."-- Provided by publisher.]]></description><link>https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S177C1904901</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S177C1904901</guid><category><![CDATA[BK]]></category><category><![CDATA[eng]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Chou Simons, Ruth]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><comments>https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/item/comment/1904901177</comments><format>BK</format><subtitle>Gospel Meditations to Unburden your Anxious Soul</subtitle><language>eng</language><image_url>https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9781400244416/MC.GIF&amp;client=barriep&amp;type=xw12&amp;oclc=</image_url></item><item><title><![CDATA[Empire of Orgasm]]></title><description><![CDATA["A cautionary tale of sex and salvation for the wellness generation: how orgasmic meditation turned into a cult. OneTaste hoped orgasm would change the world. Emerging in the midst of the late-aughts for-profit wellness boom, the company was unwavering in its faith in orgasmic meditation, or OM, a fifteen-minute practice featuring a woman being clitorally stimulated by a clothed, usually male partner. Nicole Daedone, the group's magnetic and cunning founder, envisioned a world where OM was as widespread as yoga. But Daedone's vision came with a price: behind the militant loyalty she inspired and her millions of dollars of sales was what former members describe as a cult of manipulation, abuse, and coercion driven by a relentless quest for control. And by the time the FBI showed up at her door in 2023 with an indictment alleging she conspired to commit forced labor, even Daedone herself was no longer safe. Building on the viral Bloomberg article that exposed the dark side of OneTaste and Daedone, Ellen Huet's Empire of Orgasm is a deeply reported and cinematic chronicle of how a boundary-pushing wellness program became a cult that, according to dozens of witnesses, ruthlessly exploited its members. Huet, the undeniable authority on the group, reveals how, in demanding absolute fealty to Daedone as a path to enlightenment and healing, OneTaste pushed its followers past their limits--sexually, emotionally, financially--and left many of their lives in shambles. The story culminates in Daedone's conviction in June 2025 after a five-week criminal trial. A riveting saga and a nuanced exploration of the mechanics of manipulation, Empire of Orgasm is an extraordinary account of wellness gone wrong."-- Provided by publisher.]]></description><link>https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S177C1889686</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S177C1889686</guid><category><![CDATA[BK]]></category><category><![CDATA[eng]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Huet, Ellen]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><comments>https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/item/comment/1889686177</comments><format>BK</format><subtitle>Sex, Power, and the Downfall of A Wellness Cult</subtitle><language>eng</language><image_url>https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9780374604196/MC.GIF&amp;client=barriep&amp;type=xw12&amp;oclc=</image_url></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stop, in the Name of God]]></title><description><![CDATA[This book "will help you discover how observing the Sabbath isn't a rejection of modern life but a rebellion against busyness and a pathway to genuine connection, peace, and presence. ... Kirk guides you on how to unplug, recharge, and reconnect with God, family, and yourself in a way that nurtures your soul. In a world dominated by screens and constant noise, [the book] presents the Sabbath as a radical act of resistance. [Offering] practical insights and spiritual wisdom, Charlie Kirk demonstrates how honoring the Sabbath restores balance, reduces anxiety, and nourishes your soul. It's not just a day of rest--it's a lifeline to reclaiming what truly matters"-- Front jacket flap.]]></description><link>https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S177C1889069</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S177C1889069</guid><category><![CDATA[BK]]></category><category><![CDATA[eng]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Kirk, Charlie]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><comments>https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/item/comment/1889069177</comments><format>BK</format><subtitle>Why Honoring the Sabbath Will Transform your Life</subtitle><language>eng</language><image_url>https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9798218777920/MC.GIF&amp;client=barriep&amp;type=xw12&amp;oclc=</image_url></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Egyptian Book of the Dead]]></title><description><![CDATA["A translation and transliteration of the most important and authoritative funerary text from Ancient Egypt. At the turn of the twentieth century, a representative of the British Museum traveled to Egypt and heard stories of an incredible scroll hidden in an ancient tomb. When Dr. Wallis Budge finally found the scroll, he described it as "the largest roll of papyrus [he] had ever seen...and in a perfect state of preservation." Dr. Wallis Budge learned that this scroll was The Papyrus of Ani, one of the most important funerary texts in Ancient Egypt. With instructions on how to care for the body and soul so that one reaches the afterlife safely, protective spells and magic, and other sacred funerary rights, this text offers incredible insight into Ancient Egyptian customs and beliefs. This edition of The Egyptian Book of the Dead includes: - A robust introduction from Doctor Wallis Budge - Faithful reproductions of each hieroglyph - A side-by-side transliteration and translation. For anyone interested in history, religion, ancient knowledge, or simply the subject of living and dying well, The Egyptian Book of the Dead is an essential exploration"-- Provided by publisher.]]></description><link>https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S177C1887127</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S177C1887127</guid><category><![CDATA[BK]]></category><category><![CDATA[eng]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><comments>https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/item/comment/1887127177</comments><format>BK</format><subtitle>The Papyrus of Ani : A Transliteration and Translation</subtitle><language>eng</language><image_url>https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9781250384300/MC.GIF&amp;client=barriep&amp;type=xw12&amp;oclc=</image_url></item><item><title><![CDATA[Diary of A Low-born Cleric]]></title><description><![CDATA["Writer and priest, the Reverend Michael Coren shares the joyful, heart-rending, and thought-provoking moments that fill his life. Michael Coren is a very rare figure: he's an ordained priest of the Anglican Church of Canada working in a parish but also an internationally known columnist and bestselling author. In Diary of a Low-Born Cleric, Coren takes us through a year in his life, a diary of the everyday journey of a cleric, who also deals with public controversy and profile as a writer. He chronicles pain, loss, joy, doubt, abuse, poverty, crime, and many other aspects of what a priest sees every day. But he also offers historical examples, arguments for and against various beliefs, and acute observations of life around him. From his spiritual role, these gentle ripples and waves spread outward into the community he serves."-- Provided by publisher.]]></description><link>https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S177C1905038</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S177C1905038</guid><category><![CDATA[BK]]></category><category><![CDATA[eng]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Coren, Michael]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><comments>https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/item/comment/1905038177</comments><format>BK</format><subtitle>A Year in the Priesthood</subtitle><language>eng</language><image_url>https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9781459755949/MC.GIF&amp;client=barriep&amp;type=xw12&amp;oclc=</image_url></item><item><title><![CDATA[Convent Wisdom]]></title><description><![CDATA["When most of us think of nuns, we picture hands clasped in prayer, solemn shuffles down cloistered halls, and that iconic habit silhouette. But what about the nuns who ate spiderwebs, erupted into jealous fights over makeup, or chain-produced manuscripts for extra cash? In reality, these women were no one-dimensional martyrs. 16th- and 17th-century nuns were resourceful, rebellious, and refreshingly relatable -- and their lives hold surprising lessons for us today. Convent Wisdom is your guide to navigating everything from patriarchal bureaucracy to an all-consuming friend crush with help from history's most fascinating nuns. Struggling with money? Saint Teresa and her fellow Carmelites have recession-proof advice. Scrolling social media and drowning in FOMO? Mary of Jesus of Ágreda's miraculous ability to engage in bilocation might help you cope. Confounded by a lesbian situationship? The yearnings of Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz contain unexpected insights. Blending rigorous research with tongue-in-cheek takeaways and weaving pop culture and personal anecdotes throughout, Brown University scholars and best friends Ana Garriga and Carmen Urbita spill the juicy inside scoop on monastic life so you can better conquer today's anxiety-ridden, hyper-connected world. Be it work woes, unholy diets, or crises of the soul, the nuns of Convent Wisdom are here to guide you -- with a wink and a prayer." -- Provided by publisher.]]></description><link>https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S177C1887123</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S177C1887123</guid><category><![CDATA[BK]]></category><category><![CDATA[eng]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Garriga, Ana]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><comments>https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/item/comment/1887123177</comments><format>BK</format><subtitle>How Sixteenth-century Nuns Could Save your Twenty-first-century Life</subtitle><language>eng</language><image_url>https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9781668065518/MC.GIF&amp;client=barriep&amp;type=xw12&amp;oclc=</image_url></item><item><title><![CDATA[Along the Ramayana Trail]]></title><description><![CDATA[Take an unforgettable journey across the heart of India and Sri Lanka, tracing the path of the epic Ramayana across sacred geographies -- from the sprawling temple city of Ayodhya in northern India where Rama was born and the dense forests of Dandakaranya where he was exiled, to the misty Horton Plains in Kandy, believed to be the site of Ravana's airport and the reefs of Hambantota, once the Lankan king's citadel. Walk in Rama's footsteps as he searches for Sita, or experience Sita's yearning as she awaits rescue. Follow Hanuman on his reconnaissance across the ocean, or relive the grandeur of Lanka, ruled by Ravana, a mighty king. Delve into the cultural practices that have emerged from the Ramayana -- from the Tanjore paintings and RamLila performances in Varanasi to the shadow puppets of Kerala. In Along The Ramayana Trail, the reader will experience the epic's living heritage, at once a cultural odyssey and a practical guide to exploring two nations bound by one timeless story.]]></description><link>https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S177C1888589</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S177C1888589</guid><category><![CDATA[BK]]></category><category><![CDATA[eng]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><comments>https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/item/comment/1888589177</comments><format>BK</format><subtitle>A Cultural Journey Across India and Sri Lanka</subtitle><language>eng</language><image_url>https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9798217135325/MC.GIF&amp;client=barriep&amp;type=xw12&amp;oclc=</image_url></item><item><title><![CDATA[Separation of Church and Hate]]></title><description><![CDATA["For more than two centuries, the United States Constitution has given us the right to a society where church and state exist independently. But Christianity has been hijacked by far-right groups and politicians who seek to impose their narrow views on government, often to justify oppressive and unequal policies. The extremists who weaponize the Bible for earthly power aren't actually on the side of Jesus--and historically they never have been. How do we fight back against those acting--literally--in bad faith? Comedian and broadcaster John Fugelsang ... offers the answers. In this ... book, [he] takesreaders through common fundamentalist arguments on abortion, immigration, LGBTQ rights, and more--exposing their hypocrisy and inaccuracy through scripture, common sense, and deeply inappropriate humor. It offers practical tips on how to debate your loved one, coworker, or neighbor on the issues that divide us using that Bible they claim to follow. But Fugelsang's message is about more than just taking down hypocrites. It's about fighting for the love, mercy, and service that are supposed to make up the heart of Christianity"-- Provided by publisher.]]></description><link>https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S177C1886080</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S177C1886080</guid><category><![CDATA[BK]]></category><category><![CDATA[eng]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Fugelsang, John]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><comments>https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/item/comment/1886080177</comments><format>BK</format><subtitle>A Sane Person&apos;s Guide to Taking Back the Bible From Fundamentalists, Fascists, and Flock-fleecing Frauds</subtitle><language>eng</language><image_url>https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9781668066898/MC.GIF&amp;client=barriep&amp;type=xw12&amp;oclc=</image_url></item><item><title><![CDATA[Twilight Prisoners]]></title><description><![CDATA["Traveling across India, interviewing Hindu zealots, armed insurgents, jailed dissidents, and politicians and thinkers from across the political spectrum, Siddhartha Deb reveals a country in which forces old and new have aligned to endanger democracy. The result is an absorbing -- and disturbing -- portrait. What's emerging in the world's largest democracy is nothing less than a fundamentalist dystopia, described here with a novelist's precise language and eye for detail."-- Back cover.]]></description><link>https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S177C1887189</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S177C1887189</guid><category><![CDATA[BK]]></category><category><![CDATA[eng]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Deb, Siddhartha]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 31 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><comments>https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/item/comment/1887189177</comments><format>BK</format><subtitle>The Rise of the Hindu Right and the Fall of India</subtitle><language>eng</language><image_url>https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9798888900888/MC.GIF&amp;client=barriep&amp;type=xw12&amp;oclc=</image_url></item><item><title><![CDATA[Down to Earth Dharma]]></title><description><![CDATA["Buddhist teachings and heart-centered practices from the "feminine paradigm" to embrace receptivity and bring more balance to your life, relationships, and the world."-- Provided by publisher.]]></description><link>https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S177C1885721</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S177C1885721</guid><category><![CDATA[BK]]></category><category><![CDATA[eng]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Bradshaw, Rebecca]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 31 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><comments>https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/item/comment/1885721177</comments><format>BK</format><subtitle>Insight Meditation to Awaken the Heart</subtitle><language>eng</language><image_url>https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9781645473213/MC.GIF&amp;client=barriep&amp;type=xw12&amp;oclc=</image_url></item><item><title><![CDATA[Always Choose Adventure]]></title><description><![CDATA["When was the last time you tried something new, exciting, or even completely unexpected ...just for fun? For Dan and Sam Mathews, popular Instagram and TikTok personalities, stepping outside their comfort zone has been one of the best, most fulfilling decisions they ever made - because chasing adventure has led to incredible opportunities that they never dreamed of. Each experience (whether fishing with grizzly bears, competing on -- and winning -- a reality show, flipping RVs, and more!) may not have worked out exactly as planned -- but every single one has led to unforgettable moments and has drawn them closer to each other and to God. In their eagerly awaited debut book, Dan and Sam offer you a front-row seat to their unconventional life of adventure, from the everyday to the outlandish and everything in between. Through their honest and funny stories readers will journey alongside them to learn: how to discover the adventures God might be calling you to -- without spending a fortune or moving into a van ; simple and practical ideas and tips for adding a sense of fun to your family's everyday life ; ways to find true joy and satisfaction even in less-than-perfect situations ; parenting and adventure can work together seamlessly. Choosing adventure doesn't have to mean spending a lot of money or changing who you are -- it's about living by faith and trusting in God for guidance every step of the way -- and making memories that last forever. So, if you have a desire for something more and are ready to take a leap of faith, then let Sam and Dan help you discover what can happen when you too always choose adventure!"-- Back cover.]]></description><link>https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S177C1885518</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S177C1885518</guid><category><![CDATA[BK]]></category><category><![CDATA[eng]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mathews, Dan]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><comments>https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/item/comment/1885518177</comments><format>BK</format><subtitle>One Couple&apos;s Journey of Chasing the Things in Life That Matter Most</subtitle><language>eng</language><image_url>https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9798400502095/MC.GIF&amp;client=barriep&amp;type=xw12&amp;oclc=</image_url></item><item><title><![CDATA[Every Home A Foundation]]></title><description><![CDATA["In Every Home a Foundation, Phylicia Masonheimer invites readers to reconsider their view of home. The Christian home is an image of both a coming spiritual reality and the existing spiritual reality of our family, the church. Through Christ, we can heal and build a home that brings joy to us and love to others. Every Home a Foundation will transform readers' view of home from a place of boredom to a place of purpose, train them to find joy in their daily tasks, and equip them to use their home to love others well by  focusing on healing our view of home and creating a culture of faith; exploring the purpose in the mundane tasks of the home, including cooking, cleaning, laundry, mending, tending, and creating beauty; and learning the importance of hospitality and creating a covenant home culture"-- Provided by publisher.]]></description><link>https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S177C1885724</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S177C1885724</guid><category><![CDATA[BK]]></category><category><![CDATA[eng]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Masonheimer, Phylicia]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 31 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><comments>https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/item/comment/1885724177</comments><format>BK</format><subtitle>Experiencing God Through your Everyday Routines</subtitle><language>eng</language><image_url>https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9780785292265/MC.GIF&amp;client=barriep&amp;type=xw12&amp;oclc=</image_url></item><item><title><![CDATA[Calm in the Storm]]></title><description><![CDATA["A timely Zen guide for those seeking emotional stability, self-compassion, and inner peace in an anxious and perfection-driven world. A new book in the Zen Ways series from the hosts of the popular The Way Out Is In podcast. In an age marked by climate anxiety, social fragmentation, and unrelenting pressure to perform, Calm in the Storm is a much-needed anchor. This deeply compassionate guide invites readers to cultivate inner stability in a world that often feels on the brink. Rather than offering quick fixes or bypassing pain, Zen teacher Brother Phap Huu and spiritual mentor Jo Confino draw on timeless teachings to help readers meet the chaos of modern life with grounded presence and resilience. Through intimate stories, mindfulness practices, and heartfelt reflections, the authors gently guide us back to ourselves--back to a place where we can breathe, feel, and respond with clarity rather than react with fear.]]></description><link>https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S177C1885522</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S177C1885522</guid><category><![CDATA[BK]]></category><category><![CDATA[eng]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Pháp Hữu]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><comments>https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/item/comment/1885522177</comments><format>BK</format><subtitle>Zen Ways to Cultivate Stability in An Anxious World</subtitle><language>eng</language><image_url>https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9780938077558/MC.GIF&amp;client=barriep&amp;type=xw12&amp;oclc=</image_url></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Intimate Way of Zen]]></title><description><![CDATA["In The Intimate Way, Zen teacher James Ishmael Ford invites us into a deep contemplation of the arc of a spiritual life. Lightly structured by the archetypal Buddhist ox herding images, his exploration is rooted in the Zen way while being deeply enriched by the guidance of various strains of world mysticism. Sprinkled with insights and quotes from Buddhist, Daoist, and Christian perennialist traditions, the book serves as a map to newcomers as well as a joyful affirmation of spirituality for well-seasoned pilgrims"-- Provided by publisher.]]></description><link>https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S177C1884633</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S177C1884633</guid><category><![CDATA[BK]]></category><category><![CDATA[eng]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Ford, James Ishmael]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 31 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><comments>https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/item/comment/1884633177</comments><format>BK</format><subtitle>Effort, Surrender, &amp; Awakening on the Spiritual Journey</subtitle><language>eng</language><image_url>https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9781645472186/MC.GIF&amp;client=barriep&amp;type=xw12&amp;oclc=</image_url></item><item><title><![CDATA[Zen at the End of Religion]]></title><description><![CDATA["Zen as the ideal path for those who have left institutional religion behind In this liminal moment, when the grip of our old religions has loosened, a prominent Zen practitioner asks: What is religion? What is spirituality? And what is it all about? Ford begins by invoking the ideas of Aldous Huxley, welcoming what he calls a "naturalistic perennialism." Ford believes there are currents of religion that are rooted in our biology. And as something natural, it is something that people can find within all religions, in fact, the heart birthing of all religions. Then, true to the book's title of the book, Ford asks and answers, "Why then, Zen?" and demonstrates how pure Zen is as simple as noticing and waking: an expression of an intimate way of life. Four noble truths, ox herding pictures, samadhi, koan, lovingkindness, and many other Zen essentials are here, in succinct and conversational prose that offers a lifeboat to anyone who feels something missing in the absence of religious life"-- Provided by publisher.]]></description><link>https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S177C1884501</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S177C1884501</guid><category><![CDATA[BK]]></category><category><![CDATA[eng]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Ford, James Ishmael]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><comments>https://barrie.bibliocommons.com/item/comment/1884501177</comments><format>BK</format><subtitle>An Introduction for the Curious, the Skeptical, and the Spiritual but Not Religious</subtitle><language>eng</language><image_url>https://secure.syndetics.com/index.aspx?isbn=9781958972762/MC.GIF&amp;client=barriep&amp;type=xw12&amp;oclc=</image_url></item></channel></rss>