'A World of Prayer' -- Spiritual Leaders, Activists, Humanitarians Share Their Favorite Prayers; From Orbis Books -- Maryknoll Fathers and Brothers
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MARYKNOLL, N.Y., May 7, 2012 /
Christian Newswire/ -- "A World of Prayer," a collection of prayers from more than one hundred prominent men and women from every religious tradition and from around the world, is the latest book by Rosalind Bradley, a member of an interfaith initiative known as Companions in Dialogue.
"A World of Prayer" is published by Orbis Books, the book division of the Maryknoll Fathers and Brothers. Within its 240 pages, Ms. Bradley has collected not only favorite prayers from prominent people of faith but also their reflections on the meanings of the chosen prayers. Contributors include Nobel Peace Prize recipients Lech Walesa, Mairead Corrigan, Nelson Mandela and Desmond Tutu. Prayers and reflections are provided by the Dalai Lama, Archbishop of Canterbury Rowan Williams, Rabbi Jacqueline Tabick and theologian Hans Küng. Contributions were made by spiritual writers Richard Rohr and Joan Chittister, and artists and musicians Pete Seeger and Usuf Islam.
The prayers include classic and familiar texts from every religious tradition. Some selections surprisingly are personal, offering a glimpse into the hearts of many outstanding contemporary leaders.
Ms. Bradley previously edited "Mosaic: Favorite Prayers and Reflections from Inspiring Australians" (HarperCollins Australia, 2008). A native of Great Britain, she has lived in Australia for the past 25 years.
Founded during 1970, Orbis Books endeavors to publish works that enlighten the mind, nourish the spirit, and challenge the conscience. Orbis seeks to explore the global dimensions of Christian faith and mission, to invite dialogue with diverse cultures and religious traditions, and to serve the cause of reconciliation and peace. Learn more at
www.orbisbooks.com or on Facebook at
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The Maryknoll Fathers and Brothers follow Jesus in serving the poor and others in need in 28 countries that include the U.S. All Catholics are called to mission through baptism and confirmation, and Maryknoll's mission education outreach in parishes and schools throughout the country engages U.S. Catholics in mission through vocations, prayer, donations and as volunteers. Maryknoll missioners share God's love and the Gospel in combating poverty, providing healthcare, building communities and promoting human rights. For more information, visit the Maryknoll Fathers and Brothers at maryknollsociety.org and follow them on Twitter at twitter.com/MaryknollNews.
