John L. Allen Jr. Knihy

Na svätej omši, ktorú v septembri 2012 slúžil Svätý Otec Benedikt XVI. pod holým nebom na nábreží v Bejrúte, stretol kresťanských utečencov zo Sýrie. Ľudí, ktorí nevedeli, či sa niekedy budú môcť vrátiť domov, a ktorých túžbou bolo odovzdať Západu svoje zúfalé posolstvo: „Nezabudnite na nás!“ Ale ako nezabudnúť na niekoho, koho nepoznáme? Táto kniha je príležitosťou zoznámiť sa so zástupmi našich bratov a sestier vo viere, ktorí za vernosť svojmu presvedčeniu odvádzajú vysokú daň: zažívajú mnohorakú diskrimináciu, ťažko si hľadajú prácu, opúšťajú svoje domovy a neraz platia za vieru v Jeziša Krista aj vlastným životom. V súčasnosti sú kresťania najviac prenasledovanou náboženskou skupinou na svete. 80% všetkých aktivít namierených proti náboženstvám sa deje voči kresťanom. Prenasledovania to nie sú len ukrutnosti, ktorých sa dopúšťa tzv. Islamský štát v Sýrii a Iraku. Od Indie po Mexiko a od Nigérie až po Bielorusko sú kresťania obeťami represálií politických režimov, útokov ozbrojených skupín, drogových kartelov a organizovaného zločinu. Ich výhradnou vinou na mnohých miestach sveta je to, že ako jediní obraňujú práva človeka, starajú sa o tých najbiednejších a odporujú bezpráviu a vykorisťovaniu.

Podtitul: Objektivní pohled na mýty a skutečnosti související s nejkontroverznější silou v katolické církvi Opus Dei, mezinárodní sdružení konzervativních katolíků, usiluje o maximální osobní křesťanskou dokonalost a integraci křesťanských ideálů do každodenního života. Vzniklo v roce 1928 ve Španělsku a nyní má osmdesát čtyři tisíc členů v osmdesáti zemích, včetně šedesáti čtyřiceti kněží. Organizace čelí podezření a útokům z vnějších i vnitřních zdrojů katolické církve, často je obviňována z pravicového zaměření, kultových praktik, agresivního náboru, izolace od rodin a vymývání mozků. Zvláštní pozornost získala po úspěchu bestselleru, ve kterém hraje významnou roli, a po svatořečení jejího zakladatele, jehož jméno je spojováno s fašistickým režimem. Novinář John Allen, akreditovaný ve Vatikánu, se rozhodl oddělit fakta od mýtů o Opus Dei. Získal přístup k prelátovi a jednotlivým střediskům po celém světě, čerpá z rozhovorů se současnými členy i kritickými exčleny. V knize přináší komplexní obraz aktivit a praktik organizace, odhaluje její vliv na politiku Vatikánu a síť osobností v klíčových oblastech. Zmiňuje i tajné rituály, které jsou pro moderní myšlení znepokojivé. Allenova práce pomáhá vyplnit informační mezeru a přináší důkladný pohled na Opus Dei.

John Allen spent more than thirty years in the Cairngorm Mountain Rescue Team. in his mountaineering classic Cairngorm John, he shares stories of life and death, alongside discussions of hypothermia, first aid, new technology and rescue dogs. A must-read for anyone who spends time in the great outdoors.

The Student Atlas series highlights the interplay between geography and various fields like world politics, environmental issues, and economic development. Featuring full-color maps and data sets, these thematic atlases provide students with insights into recent changes across agricultural, industrial, demographic, environmental, economic, and political landscapes in every world region, enhancing their understanding of global connections.

The twenty-fifth edition offers a curated collection of current articles from reputable sources, focusing on environmental issues. It includes organizational tools such as an annotated table of contents, a topic guide, and a general introduction, enhancing usability. Each section features brief overviews, a topical index, and an instructor's resource guide with testing materials. Additionally, it provides practical guidance for educators on effectively using the edition in the classroom, supported by an online student resource.

One of the world’s foremost religion journalists offers an unexpected and provocative look at where the Catholic Church is headed—and what the changes will mean for all of us. What will the Catholic Church be like in 100 years? Will there be a woman pope? Will dioceses throughout the United States and the rest of the world go bankrupt from years of scandal? In THE FUTURE CHURCH, John L. Allen puts forth the ten trends he believes will transform the Church into the twenty-second century. From the influence of Catholics in Africa, Asia, and Latin America on doctrine and practices to the impact of multinational organizations on local and ethical standards, Allen delves into the impact of globalization on the Roman Catholic Church and argues that it must rethink fundamental issues, policies, and ways of doing business. Allen shows that over the next century, the Church will have to respond to changes within the institution itself and in the world as a whole whether it is contending with biotechnical advances—including cloning and genetic enhancement—the aging Catholic population, or expanding the roles of the laity. Like Thomas Friedman’s The World Is Flat, THE FUTURE CHURCH establishes a new framework for meeting the challenges of a changing world.

From free weights and resistance bands to Pilates and yoga, weight-training is an exciting -- and healthy -- trend. The Weight Training Diary For Dummies is the perfect tool for any avid body builder. Filled with expert advice on health, nutrition, equipment, and accessories, it also includes injury prevention exercises and body fat to weight conversion charts to help you keep track of your progress.

Features a collection of articles describing the people, places, and folkways of southern Illinois. This title provides informative glimpses into the region's past. It includes the sketches of the early pioneering days when wolves were literally chased from the door, and stories about the Indian artifacts discovered among the rolling hills.

With meticulous detail and sharp prose, the narrative immerses readers in the intricate dynamics of the papal conclave, highlighting the behind-the-scenes maneuvering during a period of mourning. The author's balanced approach offers a commendable insight into the complexities of the selection process, engaging readers in the unfolding drama of the papacy.

"John Allen's book goes a long way toward explaining the central enigma surrounding Ratzinger: How did this erstwhile liberal end up as the chief architect of the the third great wave of repression in Catholic theology in the twentieth century? Based on extensive interviews with the cardinal's students and colleagues, archival research in his native Bavaria, and a thorough familiarity with his writings, Allen's account shows how the roots of Ratzinger's deep suspicion of "the world," his preoccupation with human sinfulness, and his demand for rock-solid loyalty to the church go deep. They reach into his childhood "in the shadow of the Nazis" and reflect his formative theological influences: St. Augustine, St. Bonaventure, and (oddly for a Catholic) Martin Luther rather than the more world-affirming St. Thomas Aquinas." "When the cardinals of the Catholic Church next gather in the Sistine Chapel to elect a pope, Allen argues, they will in effect be deciding whether to continue the policies Ratzinger has been the central force in shaping. John Allen's book offers an insightful, informative, sobering account of those policies and their impact on the church throughout the world."--BOOK JACKET