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More copies of this ISBN:A Persistent Peace: One Man's Struggle for a Nonviolent Worldby John Dear
Synopses & ReviewsPublisher Comments:A Persistent Peace, John Dear's autobiography, invites readers to follow the decades-long journey and spiritual growth of this nationally known peace activist, and to witness his bold, decisive, often unpopular actions before government officials, military higher-ups, and even hostile representatives of the Church. With heroes such as Martin Luther King, Jr., Mahatma Gandhi, and Nelson Mandela, it should come as no surprise that John's activism has taken him to many places — including war zones — all over the world. Dear's incredible story will touch anyone who believes in the power of peace. Perhaps most important of all, readers will come to understand through John that the most important disarmament of all is the one that happens inside each heart — when we finally let go of our own self-righteousness, resentment, and anger. Review:"One of 197 nominees for this year's Nobel Peace Prize, Dear recounts his nearly 30 years of waging peace through speaking, networking, writing (25 books so far) and spearheading nonviolent demonstrations. While studying at Duke University, he decided to forsake his frat-boy ways for life as a Jesuit priest. His resolution took further shape after graduation during a transformative pilgrimage to Israel: 'I would go forth from the Sea of Galilee forever opposing injustice, poverty, and war.' From then on, Dear was in trouble most of the time. Repeatedly jailed and often rebuked by religious superiors as he doggedly criticized U.S. policies, violated state property and told influential people how to behave, he accepted suffering as the necessary cost of following Jesus. Though his account could use more introspection, he writes moving descriptions of atrocities he personally witnessed in Iraqi and in Central American war zones, and his humane concerns are evident in his work with 9/11 survivors. Unfortunately, his righteousness will alienate readers who do not already share his beliefs." Publishers Weekly (Copyright Reed Business Information, Inc.) Review:As Catholicism's largest male religious order, the Society of Jesus — known as the Jesuits — has had its share of rebels and loners since its origins in 16th-century Spain. In the United States in recent decades, these troublemakers have included Daniel Berrigan, Richard McSorley, Horace McKenna, Robert Drinan, Steve Kelly, Si Smith and Angelo D'Agostino. And now John Dear. The... Washington Post Book Review (read the entire Washington Post review) Review:"Dear's account of it is inspiring, moving, and thoughtful." Booklist Review:"John Dear is a Jesuit priest who has been in the forefront of the religious peace movement in the United States. He is the embodiment of a peacemaker. He has led by example through his actions and in his writings and in numerous sermons, speeches and demonstrations. He believes that peace is not something static, but rather to make peace is to be engaged, mind, body and spirit. His teaching is to love yourself, to love your neighbor, your enemy, and to love the world and to understand the profound responsibility in doing all of these." Desmond Tutu, Archbishop, Cape Town, South Africa Review:"John Dear understands that peacemaking is not a part-time job. A Persistent Peace is the story of his passion for Jesus way of peace, a commitment that guides his life. John has walked the talk for years, an inspiration to all of us to do more than we think we can." Jim Wallis, author of The Great Awakening and President of Sojourners Review:"Look, I know this guy. He's real, and he shows that it's possible for ordinary folks to really live Jesus' call to be peacemakers. Controversy follows John Dear like a hungry dog, but he's so clearly centered in his mission that he takes it all in stride. Prepare your own heart as you open this book. John is going to bring you into the lives of poor and suffering people across this planet — and some of his stories will haunt you forever — and, who knows? Maybe bring about a seismic shift in your spiritual life." Sister Helen Prejean, leading American advocate for the abolition of the death penalty, author of Dead Man Walking About the AuthorJohn Dear is an internationally recognized voice for peace and nonviolence. Priest, pastor, peacemaker, retreat leader, and author, he served for years as the director of the Fellowship of Reconciliation. His many books include You Will Be My Witnesses, Living Peace, Jesus the Rebel, and Disarming the Heart. What Our Readers Are SayingBe the first to add a comment for a chance to win!Product Details
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