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by Jeff Danner, MEd '75 Poetry and digital art are used to explore the spirituality in human relationships, personality and theology in this attractive book, which includes a 24-page insert of glossy, four-color art. The author draws from life experiences as a religious monk, professional trumpet man, musical theater conductor, lyricist and Web site developer, as well as poet-photographer. Danner taught at UC's University College from 1975-77. Order Information:
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ISBN # : 0970634404
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by John S. Fine and Frederic J. Krome, UC adjunct professor of history and Judaic studies and managing editor of the American Jewish Archives Journal Jewish citizens contributed much to the growth of early Cincinnati through civic leadership, support for war refugees, child day care, religious education and in the cityÂ's development as a center for manufacturing and regional trade. The authors focus also on the history of Hebrew Union College, the importance of Cincinnati Jewry to American Jewish history, how Cincinnati Jewry fit into the broader community and how a distinct form of American Judaism -- Reform Judaism -- developed in the Queen City. Names and photos of historic leaders and landmarks will be familiar to many. The K.K. Bene Israel (Rockdale Temple) is the oldest synagogue west of the Alleghenies. Isaac Mayer Wise, an early rabbi there, founded The American Israelite newspaper. Among other notables are Nelson Glueck, past HUC president and archaeologist; Sandy Koufax, famed UC ballplayer and major league pitcher; David Frisch, founder of the Big Boy Restaurants; Sally Priesand, HUC graduate and the first female rabbi; and Dr. Albert Sabin, UC researcher and developer of the oral vaccine against polio. Order Information:
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ISBN # : 0738551066
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by Joseph Kanzlemar, EdD '80 Author of several books on Biblical themes, as well as works about Christian parenting, marriage and family life, Kanzlemar says he finally has written the book he wished he had during his years of pastoral ministry. He describes it as a systematic presentation of the nature and purpose of Jesus, presented sequentially and supported by Bible passages (King James version). In addition to the text, a set of review questions follows each chapter, ending with a glossary of terms and definitions. While the material may be used for individual reflection, it is also suited for a class or study group. A related teacher's manual is available from www.biblebasedstudies.org The UC alumnus has degrees in theology and liberal arts, as well as his UC doctorate in education. In addition to pastoral work, Kanzlemar formerly was academic dean and professor of Bible, theology and church history at Bethany Bible College in Canada. Order Information:
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ISBN # : 1597814202
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by Marcy Knopf-Newman, AS '92 Sub-titled "Transforming Breast Cancer Stories into Action," this book provides a single source where readers can find differing points of view about the disease and its impact on women's lives. Recognition of the commonalities in these dissimilar texts, the author hopes, will ultimately transform how people think about breast cancer. Knopf-Newman includes womenÂ's personal accounts of their struggles because the writing often served as a positive effort toward healing. Some narratives reveal society's growth from a time when breast cancer was suffered privately to one where the disease is openly discussed. Others speak of their efforts to solve cancerÂ's scientific and environmental challenges, while some work to resolve public policy and political power with feminist sensibilities. Order Information:
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ISBN # : 0813534712
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by Lawrence Kushner, AS '65 Rabbi Kushner proves again he is one of America's most creative religious writers, for children as well as adults. This charming picture book (grades K-3, published in 2005) shows how ordinary people become "God's hands" to others. Jacob, a rich man, usually naps during Torah reading, but one day hears: "You shall bake 12 loaves of challah and set them before me." Believing it is a message from God, he hurries home, bakes the bread, then places it inside the ark at the synagogue. The caretaker, David, enters later to beg God to help his starving family. He is dazzled to find the bread "from God" and takes it home. With the rabbi's help, both come to understand the real miracle. Kushner, who was ordained from Hebrew Union College in 1969, is also a lecturer, teacher-mentor to rabbinic students and occasional commentator on National Public Radio's "All Things Considered." A full list of his books, including "The Way Into Jewish Mystical Tradition" (2000) and "God Was in This Place and I, I Did Not Know" (1991), is available from Jewish Lights Publishing. Order Information:
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ISBN # : 1580232248
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by Lawrence Kushner, AS '65 Rabbi-in-residence at Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion in New York, Kushner is widely regarded as one of the most creative religious writers in America. The latest of his 10 books, both published in 2000, are "Because Nothing Looks Like God" and "The Way into Jewish Mystical Tradition." The first is a picture book about God for pre-schoolers, written with his wife, Karen, presenting "ideas that won't have to be outgrown." (An earlier work, "The Book of Miracles," addressed 8- to 12-year-olds.) "The Way" is Jewish spirituality and mysticism for adults: "a layperson's introduction to the kabbalistic imagination as a contemporary worldview." A lecturer, teacher-mentor to rabbinic students and occasional commentator on National Public Radio's "All Things Considered," Kushner also was rabbi to a congregation for 28 years, introducing family fellowship groups and encouraging the creation of a gender-neutral liturgy. A full list of his books may be obtained from the publisher, Jewish Lights. Order Information:
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ISBN # : 1580231403
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by Wendell Mettey, AS ‘68 Five million pounds of anything is hard to visualize, but a UC alumnus has directed that amount of humanitarian relief to poverty-stricken people every year since 1991. The story of Matthew 25: Ministries, a 14-year-old organization based in Cincinnati, is told in this small book. Mettey, who earned his bachelor's in economics at UC, was pastor of the Walnut Hills Baptist Church when he felt called to a different ministry. A visit to Nicaragua in 1990 revealed desperate conditions: crowded hospitals without medicines, soap or bedding, and dilapidated schools where children had no pencils or paper. Nearly overwhelmed by the need, Mettey and some friends formed a not-for-profit organization and encouraged businesses to donate their unwanted, usable products, items that would otherwise be discarded. Even unlikely gifts, such as huge plastic sacks of soap, were not turned down; members divided the soap into small plastic bottles obtained from a different donor. Named after Matthew 25: 34-40, Mettey's ministry currently delivers basic necessities, skill development and disaster relief in the United States and 30 other countries. Order Information:
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ISBN # : 1577363213
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by Robert Rogers, Eng '91 Robert Rogers was living a genuine love story in 2003, enjoying life with his wife, Melissa, and four young children. Then, the unthinkable happened. A flash flood swept the family van off a dark highway, tumbling it to the bottom of a cold, muddy river. When bodies were recovered, it was the heartbroken husband and father -- still recovering from his injuries -- who was asked to identify his wife, sons and daughters. This true story of personal tragedy has a hopeful theme. Instead of concluding that he was being punished by God or giving in to his grief, Rogers believes that his wife and children were joyfully welcomed in heaven. It took time and prayer, but he gradually worked through his grief, held fast to his faith and began a new ministry in Fort Wayne, Indiana, ("Mighty in the Land"), dedicated to advancing adoption and care for orphans and special-needs children. Order Information:
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ISBN # : B001TKU348
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by Gene Stelten, Eng '51 Are the rich-and-famous like the rest of us, when it comes to appreciating a mother's advice? You know: Work hard. Tell the truth. Wear clean underwear. Find out by reading this illuminating anthology of celebrity stories. Editor Stelten convinced 60 notable personalities, including Maya Angelou, John Grisham, Tara Lipinski, Ed McMahon, Jack Nicklaus and Colin Powell, to contribute to "Thanks, Mom!" the third in his series of books that benefit Habitat for Humanity. A long-time volunteer with Habitat in Atlanta, Stelten chairs the organization's development team, which means he raises funds to help families build their own simple Habitat homes. "All the proceeds from my books go to Habitat," he says, "and so far that is over $100,000. We will help 12 families build their new homes next year, using volunteer labor." Stelten's previous books for Habitat are "A Christmas Housewarming" and "Home For the Holidays." Order Information:
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ISBN # : 1561451568
