Kelowna, BC 11/1/2007 5:00:00 AM
A World of Faith, Introducing Spiritual Traditions to Teens, Carolyn Pogue
Foreword by HRH Prince El Hassan bin Talal
The teen years are often a time for searching and questioning many of the fundamental aspects of one’s culture and society. This traditional questioning of life by teens often includes the aspect of faith – their own and that of others.
This is a comprehensive book covering most of the world’s main religions in captivating and accessible way. Carolyn’s emphasis goes beyond describing the unique practices of the various faith traditions, institutional rites and beliefs, to touch on the deeper truths common to humanity. Throughout, there is a strong message of caring for the earth and for each other, a message of connection and social justice. Interviews with young people are the basis of many of the chapters – they speak in their own words about their practices and how these influence their lives and world views. Full-color photographs and comments allow teens to appreciate how the influences of different faith traditions affect other lives in a relevant way.
Each chapter includes a thumbnail sketch of the faith tradition, a prayer, a glossary of terms, a story, and a Golden Rule unique to that faith. Carolyn also recognizes that many young people have a deep concern and interest in ecological matters and includes a “Green Rule” in each chapter – a short piece on how each faith interprets our relationship with the earth. This book invites and inspires teens to look beyond his or her own faith and to explore the universality of spirituality that is rooted in us all.
A World of Faith includes a foreword by His Royal Highness Prince El Hassan bin Talal (The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan), former Moderator of the World Conference on Religion and Peace; Co-chair of the Independent Bureau for Humanitarian Issues; and a patron of Religion and Humanity.
Carolyn Pogue is an author and activist who writes stories and articles that embody her passion for peace and justice. She also presents workshops for all ages and also spends time at YouthWrite, a summer camp in the Rocky Mountains for writers aged 12 to 18. She is also author of After the Beginning (CopperHouse), a cosmology for kids.
Published by Copperhouse, an imprint of Wood Lake Publishing
A World of Faith
Introducing Spiritual Traditions to Teens
Carolyn Pogue
October 2007
192 Pages, Paper, World Religions
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$29.95
ISBN 1-55145-554-4
ISBN13 978-1-55145-554-9
