Joan Chittister Bücher

„Die Aufgabe dieser Lebensphase besteht nicht darin, einfach darauf zu warten, dass das Ende der Zeit kommt. In Wirklichkeit geht es darum, lebendig zu werden, und zwar so, wie ich es bisher noch gar nicht war.“ (Joan Chittister) Älter werden wir von selber. Gelassen und weise nicht unbedingt. Eine der anerkanntesten spirituellen Autorinnen zeigt: Es geht um Erfahrungen, die man nur jetzt so machen kann: Sie zeigt, welche neuen Formen der Weisheit, Freiheit und Erfolge das Alter uns eröffnet. Ein Buch der Lebenskunst und der Weisheit. Klare Meditationen über das Geheimnis der Unendlichkeit. Über Sehnsucht, Einsamkeit, Erinnerung - und darüber, wie man mit all dem fertig wird. Ein Bestseller der spirituellen Lebenshilfe, das Antworten eröffnet.

Schwester Joan Chittister ist in den Vereinigten Staaten eine der führenden Stimmen für ein Christentum, das an Lebensweisheit interessiert ist und den Dialog sucht. In ihrem neuen Buch gibt sie Antworten auf Lebensfragen von Menschen heute, indem sie Weisheitsgeschichten aus den fünf Weltreligionen für die Gegenwart auslegt. Täglich erhält Schwester Joan zahlreiche Briefe, die sie aus ihrer breiten Kenntnis der spirituellen Tradition der Religionen und ihrer eigenen benediktinischen Spiritualität beantwortet. Das Buch führt lebendig vor Augen, wie die religiöse Überlieferung der Menschheit für unsere Gegenwart von Bedeutung ist und welchen besonderen Beitrag die einzelnen Religionen leisten können.

The book emphasizes the importance of creating an inner sanctuary to foster wisdom and resilience. It encourages readers to engage in spiritual growth and social justice, inviting them to partner with the divine in efforts of renewal and restoration. Through the insights of an activist and spiritual leader, it offers a transformative approach to living out one's faith in everyday life.

Fifty-two readings to spark weekly group discussion on putting Jesus’ most central teachings into practice. Jesus’ most famous teaching, the Sermon on the Mount, possesses an irresistible quality . Who hasn’t felt stirred and unsettled after reading these words, which get to the root of the human condition?This follow-up to the acclaimed collection Called to The Life Jesus Wants for His People taps an even broader array of sources, bringing together prophetic voices from every era and a range of traditions to consider the repercussions of these essential words.More than a commentary or devotional , this book is designed to be read together with others, to inspire communities of faith to discuss what it might look like to put Jesus’ teachings into practice today.

"Lightning and forest fires could strike terror in primitive humans, yet they also cherished fire as a life-giving gift from the gods"-- Provided by publisher

The book explores the need for a redefined understanding of divinity that aligns with modernity, emphasizing a cosmic and evolving God. It challenges traditional hierarchies in theology and advocates for a transformative vision that influences emotional, economic, and technological aspects of life. The author argues that without this new perspective, society remains unprepared for future possibilities and advancements.

The Australasian Catholic Coalition for Church Reform (ACCCR) is a voice for lay Catholics and comprises a network of 19 member organisations across Australia and New Zealand. Member groups of ACCCR are committed to the Catholic faith and foster collaboration and support in seeking renewal of the Catholic Church. In response to the Assembly of the Australian Plenary Council 2020-2022, the ACCCR convened a series of convocations to promote the Plenary and support its task of renewing the Church in Australia. The online convocations featured keynote speakers who offered a path toward a vibrant synodal Church that speaks to - and meets the needs of - Catholics in this millennium. These convocations, in turn, sparked the genesis for this reading guide - A Church for All. A Church for All presents transcripts from convocation speakers - such as Joan Chittister, Robert Fitzgerald, Debra Zanella, and John Warhurst - along with a response to the Plenary agenda and concrete proposals for the Plenary Council by the ACCCR. The guide also features discussion questions that will provoke further reflection and is designed to be used either alone or with others. A Church for All features some of the most respected voices in the Australian Catholic world and is a must-read for anyone concerned about the future of the Catholic Church.