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Annice Carter (1902-1988) was born on a farm in Indiana, yet her life came to encompass the breadth of the United States as well as service in Palestine and Africa. She was a direct witness to conflict in the Middle East, dodged German U-boats during World War II, and encountered the anti-colonial movement in Kenya. Although spiritually rooted in Christian revivalism of the early 1900s, she grew to have an expansive, non-doctrinal understandin...

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Can mystics be political activists? Can our encounter with God inspire us to be agents of social transformation? Through the lens of Howard Thurman's life and mystical theology, Bruce Epperly explores what it means to join prophetic ministry with personal and social healing. Despite the racism he experienced throughout his life, Thurman joined his spiritual experiences with a commitment to racial and social healing. He was a prophet, challengi...

Cassie risks her hard-won freedom from slavery in order to rescue the infant son she left behind on a Kentucky plantation. On her side are a savvy black abolitionist network, Levi Coffin, and other Quakers of the Underground Railroad, plus her courageous friend Luke. The plot twists and turns in this sequel to Luke's Summer Secret.

Cassie risks her hard-won freedom from slavery in order to rescue the infant son she left behind on a Kentucky plantation. On her side are a savvy black abolitionist network, Levi Coffin, and other Quakers of the Underground Railroad, plus her courageous friend Luke. The plot twists and turns in this sequel to Luke's Summer Secret.

A collection of prayer-meditations selected from worship services. Themes: The Mood of Celebration, No Man Is An Island, and Search Me, O God.

The following lectures (presented here edited slightly for the purposes of appearing in print) were delivered, one each weekday morning, at the 2012 Canadian Yearly Meeting of Friends at Camrose, Alberta, as the Quaker Bible Study.

These brief meditations incorporate the hope, celebration, love, compassion, and blessing of the Christmas season and encourage us to find them throughout the year. Features include the poem, "The Work of Christmas, ": "When the song of the angels is stilled, When the star in the sky is gone...The Work of Christmas begins...", and "I Will Light Candles This Christmas, ": "Candles of joy, despite all sadness, Candles of hope where despair keeps...

In Come Pray, the author draws on her years in the mission field, her ministry stateside, biblical prayers, and insights from contemporaries for a clear guide to maturing in prayer. Each chapter includes a summary and list of resources. Useful for individual or group study.

A series of dramatic monologues by Francis of Assisi and his early followers evoking the liviely Franciscan experience--its humor, spiritual depth, and daily challenges. A short introduction of Francis' life prefaces this edition. Brings the experience alive for 21st century readers.

Outlining a life of discipleship in Christ, William Penn addresses topics relevant today such as daily bearing the cross, worship and our inner character. Selleck's modern English translation makes this classic (written in 1668) easily readable in the 21st century.

25th anniversary edition of a modern classic with a new preface by the author. Smith delivers the best introduction to the spirituality of Howard Thurman that led to his prophetic voice.

The best introduction to the spirituality of George Fox (1624-1691), founder of the Religious Society of Friends. The author explores six key phrases used by Fox and applies them to modern spirituality. Free study guide available online at the publisher's website.

Around the Quaker world, there is a murmuring restlessness and growing hunger for a deeper and more vibrant spiritual experience . . . to know and be known by that which is truly Eternal, to establish authentic faith communities kindled and animated by the Power and Presence of the Holy Spirit, and to move beyond endless human striving in order to fully partner in the Way of the Living Christ. The Eternal Promise is one invitation into this wa...

The Growing Edge is a book of Howard Thurman's sermons. For Thurman, the sermon is an act of worship in which the preacher exposes his spirit and mind as they seek to reveal the spirit of the Living God upon them. Thurman presents his sermons in six sections: Concerning Enemies, Concerning Prayer, Concerning God, Concerning Peace, Concerning Festivals, and Concerning Christian Character.

The Luminous Darkness is a commentary on what segregation does to the human soul. First published in the 1960s, Howard Thruman's insights apply today as we still try to heal the wound of those days. Thurmna bares the evil of segregation and points to the ground of hope which an bring all humanity together.

Dr. Howard Thurman (1900-1981)--minister, educator, philosopher, and poet--explores five major dimensions of the spiritual life: commitment, growing in wisdom and stature, suffering, prayer, and reconciliation.

Stepping in the Light: Life in Joy and Power gathers together Howard R. Macy's articles written for Quaker Life magazine from 1979-2006. His gift of prophetic insights touched with authentic humor is a must read! Perfect for individual enjoyment and reflection as well as group contemplation and study. Includes study guide for fourteen sessions. Stepping in the Light is showcased as the first book in the "Let's Be Friends" series - collections ...

Meditations by Howard Thurman on timeless religious themes: A Sense of History, A Sense of Self, A Sense of Presence, and For the Quiet.Originally written for the bulletin at the Church for the Fellowship of All Peoples in San Francisco.

Howard Thurman writes here about the "meaning of the religious experience as it involves the individual totally, which means inclusive of feelings and emotions.