religious life

The author describes the sometimes incredible details of her second pregnancy, telling how she and her husband, both driven Harvard academics, came to the decision to have their son after the fetus was diagnosed with Down syndrome, and sharing the extraordinary events that helped them know they had made the right decision.

Examines Christian, Jewish, Islamic, Buddhist, and Hindu views of homosexuality, and discusses ways in which gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender individuals deal with issues regarding religion.

Presents the basic tenets of these three Asian religions and discusses the religious history and experience of their practitioners after immigration to the United States.

Introduces the different religions in the United States, discussing practices, traditions, and expressions, and focusing on the religious experiences of teenagers.

Contains excerpts from the journals of Rachel Scott, a teenager who was killed during a shooting at Columbine High School.

Presents sections of Rachel Scott's diaries, showing her devotion to Christ and struggles as a deeply religious teen, as well as narration and reflection by the parents of this student who was killed in the 1999 Columbine High School massacre.

An introduction to cults--their history, recruiting techniques, members, and leaders. Considers the dangers of cults and includes a list of organizations to contact for help.