* Imaginative, scrupulously researched biography of a man who is both the most radical and the most universally beloved of all Christian saints - Francis.

Originally published: Ithaca, N.Y.: Cornell University Press, c1981.

But by turning from the sublime to a consideration of the beautiful, Gregory shows that both Christian and science-fictional imaginations may discover a new and surprising conversation.--John Saxbee "Church Times"

The first comprehensive examination of death and the afterlife within the growing field of religion and film, this book looks critically at a range of cinematic works and considers how they encroach upon theological territory.

Introduces readers to the different methods used when interpreting the New Testament. This book gives practical textual examples of how a text might be interpreted using a broad range of interpretational methods. It also explores techniques such as textual criticism and post-colonial criticism.

Hildegard was a 12th century Cistercian nun, prophet and writer. This thematically arranged selection contains extracts from her trilogy of visionary writings, her treatise on medicine and the natural world (Causes and Cures), her choral music, and documents relating to her life and work.

The six major treatises presented in this volume amply illustrate Augustine's struggle with the theological problems that Pelagianism raised.

A critical edition of the ancient Greek translation of the Old Testament. The text is based on Codices Vaticanus, Sinaiticus and Alexandrinus, with variants noted in the critical apparatus. It includes English, German, Latin and Modern Greek introductions, History of the Septuagint Text and Explanation of Symbols.

Guides the reader through seven simple, yet powerful, prayers that are ecumenical and provide strength and inspiration for all faiths. This title shows the reader how to overcome life's challenges and attract blessings through the power of praying The 7 Great Prayers and positive affirmation prayers.

Sexuality: The Inclusive Church Resource is written to help your own church to be equipped to welcome all people regardless of their sexuality.

The powerful bestselling novel of how a grief-stricken man's encounter with God changes his life forever.

Ford has developed the relationship between theology and each of these other spheres, but this is the first volume to bring together a complete and well-rounded account of theology's interaction with all its conversation partners.

In discussing its textual origins, as well as its later reception, Moxnes shows above all how the New Testament has been employed both as a tool for liberation and as a means of power and control.

The Archbishop of Canterbury explores the lessons we can learn from the wisdom and spirituality of the desert fathers.

A modern classic in theology, the book that defined the womanist project and charted a path for others to follow.

Guiding the readers toward a life of noncommittal inertia, this book helps you discover how to become a sloth in your diet, exercise, work, and even love-life. Highlighting the importance of Lethargiosis - the process of eliminating energy and drive, the vital first step in becoming a sloth, it helps you attain the perfect state of indolent bliss.

The pastoral circle, or spiral, is a four-step process that opens up dynamics for faith and action.