Pamela Haines (3)

Stay alert to the ring of truth and reach for solid ground in all aspects of life. What if moving ever closer to what rings true were the central principle for organizing our lives? There may be no harder work - or more worth doing. And maybe, as we keep trying, it will get less hard, and we'll hear that ring of truth in our lives more and more. This collection of meditations on being alive in these wonderful and perilous times encourages us to stay alert to the sound of truth even in the most unlikely places, to reach for solid ground in all aspects of our lives, and to stretch from there toward lives of greater connection and integrity.… (altro)

Economic issues pervade Quaker testimonies. Quakers value equality, yet see economic inequality increasing dramatically. They value integrity, yet the economic system has no place for conscience. They value simplicity, yet the growth economy requires ever-increasing consumption. They value community, yet society throws out those on the margins. They value stewardship, yet society is running through finite resources at an alarming rate. They value peace, yet the violence and devastation caused by the economic system’s exploitation of people and the planet is tragic. This is a walk through the Quaker testimonies with particular attention to the economic system.… (altro)

In a world of conflict, Pamela Haines calls for the development of skills to wage peace and an “army of nonviolent warriors.” Here she offers readers a window into how to become nonviolent warriors through practices that show us how to hope, grieve, listen, welcome conflict, mend, speak truth, and cultivate courage. Engaging stories bring these practices to life and show that by working together we can transform ourselves, our community, and our world. Questions for Reflection and Discussion are included. (Pendle Hill website)… (altro)