Hurt by the church. Healed by the journey.Questioning our faith and spiritual beliefs, while leaving the familiarity of our religious homeland, can be excruciatingly painful. Loneliness, isolation, and fear of rejection—from God and others—can give rise to shame, guilt, anger, and sadness. Yet, paradoxically, this uncomfortable process can be a powerful catalyst that leads to tremendous emotional, mental, and spiritual growth.Theologian, therapist, and orda...

A top-to-bottom look at England's national game, from one of the UK's leading business economists.The Premier League is the most commercially successful football league in history, the self-proclaimed 'best league in the world'. But success has come at a cost, unbalancing the English game to a profound and damaging degree.Football's stumbling response to COVID-19 and the European Super League disaster are just the most recent examples. It is estimated that ...

In January of 1208, a papal legate was murdered on the banks of the Rhone in southern France. A furious Pope Innocent III accused heretics of the crime and called upon all Christians to exterminate heresy between the Garonne and Rhone rivers--a vast region now known as Languedoc--in a great crusade. This most holy war, the first in which Christians were promised salvation for killing other Christians, lasted twenty bloody years--it was a long savage battle for the soul of Christendom. In

Can we engage in prayer that is more effective, less harmful, and doesn't make God look bad?Is petitionary prayer an archaic and superstitious practice better left for old-time religious folk? Is there a more effective method of praying that doesn't put all the responsibility on God? Theologian, therapist, and ordained pastor Mark Karris offers a first-of-a-kind book that explores petitionary prayer alongside theodicy, social justice, and personal moral responsibility.Rich ...

"Simply masterful."-- Dr. Tim Clinton, president of the American Association of Christian CounselorsAfter a devastating breakup, many people are left heartbroken, lonely, confused, even devoid of hope. Science proves that the grief of losing a romantic partner is similar to grieving a loved one's death. Yet, too often, friends, family, and church leaders see these breakups as trivial events. So how do we find our way through the uncharted territory of deep grief?As a...

Governments may choose to meet perceived social problems either through regulatory mandates or the public provision of a good that is funded by broad-based taxes. Contrary to an emerging conservative consensus in the "property rights" movement, Strategy or Principle? argues, first, that the constitution permits broad use of regulations and, second, that the use of regulation may be the better policy choice. Strategy or Principle? addresses a critical issue in law, public administration, an...

Physicist George Norwell has always wanted to experiment with time travel. Funded by the government, the supersecret black holes he has created are potentially too dangerous to hand over to any government. So he "borrows" them.Successfully making a random trip into the past, Norwell cautiously expects to create no disturbance in the timestream. An unavoidable cascade of entanglements puts his faith and humanity on the line.Joined by friends, risks are undertaken to rescue a...

In January of 1208, a papal legate was murdered on the banks of the Rhone in southern France. A furious Pope Innocent III accused heretics of the crime and called upon all Christians to exterminate heresy between the Garonne and Rhone rivers--a vast region now known as Languedoc--in a great crusade. This most holy war, the first in which Christians were promised salvation for killing other Christians, lasted twenty bloody years--it was a long savage battle for the soul of Christendom. In

Have you ever known anyone who had difficulty finding their Way in work and in life?Imagine waking up everyday feeling inspired, passionate, and full of vitality, looking forward to the adventures the day will bring.Imagine living a life where you're doing exactly what you're meant to do, pursuing all the things that truly matter in your work and in your life.Are you living this life? There is a Way . . .Way of ZingZing is the radiant energy of human...

Life Passion: Words Inspire Our Desire is an inspiring collection of poetry and short stories offering an alternative view of God and religion. Author Mark Gregory Washer gives a fresh perspective on life and Gods expectations of how we should live a spiritual life. He talks about the difference between right and wrong, both on a personal level along and with a more global approach. Many of the meditations offered in Life Passion are based upon Washers personal life exper...

On two hundred and one days between May 1, 1245, and August 1, 1246, more than five thousand people from the Lauragais were questioned in Toulouse about the heresy of the good men and the good women (more commonly known as Catharism). Nobles and diviners, butchers and monks, concubines and physicians, blacksmiths and pregnant girls--in short, all men over fourteen and women over twelve--were summoned by Dominican inquisitors Bernart de Caux and Jean de Saint-Pierre. In the cloister of the ...

Run With It, is the hilariously funny debut comedy special of Mark Gregory that pays tribute to his uncle, the late Dick Gregory. In this special. Mark takes us on a journey through his life as a dad, divoree and comedian. This autobiographical and topical masterpiece keeps you engaged with sharpe wit and observational humor that is fun for everyone.