Humble Approach Initiative Books
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The Work of the Spirit: Pneumatology and Pentecostalism
Edited by Michael Welker Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing Company, 2006. Pneumatology: Exploring the Work of the Spirit from
Contemporary Perspectives |
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Universe or Multiverse?
Edited by Bernard Carr Cambridge University Press, 2007. Universe or Multiverse |
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The Re-Emergence of Emergence: The Emergentist
Hypothesis from Science to Religion
Edited by Philip Clayton and Paul Davies Oxford University Press, 2006. Emergent Reality |
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In Whom We Live and Move and Have Our Being: Panentheistic Reflections on God's Presence in a Scientific World
Edited by Philip Clayton and Arthur Peacocke Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing Company, 2004. Panentheism 6, 7 and 8 December 2001 Windsor Castle, England This book highlights the exploration of how panentheistic philosophies may encourage open-minded research about the myriad aspects of divinity. The Panentheism symposium was held in December 2001 at St. George's House in Windsor Castle, England and Chaired by Philip Clayton and Arthur Peacocke. |
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From Cells to Souls - and Beyond: Changing Portraits of Human Nature
Edited by Malcolm Jeeves Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing Company, 2004. Mind, Brain and Personhood |
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The Psychology of Gratitude
Edited by Robert A. Emmons and Michael E. McCullough Oxford University Press USA, 2004. Kindling the Science of Gratitude 14, 15 and 16 October 2000 Dallas, Texas Scientists have begun to shed light on gratitude and its role in social life, as well as for the health and well-being of individuals and relationships. This book brings together prominent scientists from various disciplines to examine what has become known as the most neglected emotion. The Kindling the Science of Gratitude Symposium was chaired by Robert Emmons. |
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Authentic Happiness: Using the New Positive Psychology to Realize Your Potential for Lasting Fulfillment
By Martin E.P. Seligman (Paperback) The Free Press, 2004. (Hardcover) The Free Press, 2002. Evolution Purpose and Meaning 4, 5 and 6 February 2000 Lyford Cay, Nassau, The Bahamas Martin Seligman introduces the revolutionary, scientific idea of "positive psychology," which focuses on strengths rather than weaknesses, asserting that happiness is not the result of good genes or luck. The Evolution Purpose and Meaning Symposium was chaired by Robert Wright. |
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From Complexity to Life: On the Emergence of Life and Meaning
Edited by Niels Henrik Gregersen Complexity, Information and Design: A Critical Appraisal 14, 15 and 16 October 1999 Santa Fe, New Mexico This book brings together cutting-edge research in complexity for the general reader, as well as posing the question of the wider metaphysical implications of complexity. Emergence of order and meaning in an other-wise silent universe are also addressed. The Complexity, Information and Design Symposium was chaired by Paul Davies. |
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The Link between Religion and Health: Psychoneuroimmunology and the Faith Factor
Edited by Harold G. Koenig and Harvey J. Cohen Oxford University Press USA, 2002. Psychoneuroimmunology and the "Faith Factor" in Human Health Monday, July 12, 1999 Durham, North Carolina This book examines the possibility that religious involvement might affect physical health through known neuroendocrine and immune mechanisms. The Psychoneuroimmunology and the "Faith Factor" in Human Health Symposium was held at Duke University and chaired by Harvey Jay Cohen and Harold Koenig. |
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The Far Future Universe: Eschatology from a Cosmic Perspective
Edited by George F.R. Ellis |
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Evolution and the Capacity for Commitment
Edited by Randolph M. Nesse Russell Sage Foundation Publications, 2001 The Biology of Belief April 9-10, 1999 University of Michigan This book brings together twelve distinguished researchers from economics, ethology, psychology, anthropology, philosophy, medicine and law to examine the nature of commitment in unprecedented detail. They address the question of whether our capacities for commitments have been shaped by natural selection. The Biology of Belief Symposium was held at the University of Michigan and chaired by Randolph M. Nesse. |
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The Work of Love: Creation as Kenosis
Edited by John Polkinghorne Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing Company, 2001. Love & the Ultimate Nature of Reality 1 and 2 October 1998 Queens' College, Cambridge The development of kenotic ideas was one of the most important advances in theological thinking in the late twentieth century. In this book, eleven foremost theologians and scientists discuss the kenotic view of creation, exploring the implications of this controversial perspective for Christine doctrine and the scientific enterprise generally. The Love & the Ultimate Nature of Reality Symposium was held at Queens' College, Cambridge, and chaired by John Polkinghorne. |
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Studies in World Christianity (Volume 6 Part 2)
Edited by James P. Mackey Edinburgh University Press, 2000. Science and Theological Imagination in Science Fiction June 24 - 26 London, England This journal addresses new forms of Christianity which are emerging, new challenges to the 'sciences' of theology and new forms of traditionally non-Western religious cultures resulting form widespread Christiansation in the non-Western world. The Science and Theological Imagination in Science Fiction Symposium was chaired by Stephen R.L. Clark. |
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Many Worlds: The New Universe, Extraterrestrial Life & the Theological Implications
Edited by Steven Dick Templeton Foundation Press, 2000. Many Worlds: The New Universe and its Theological Implications 22, 23 and 24 November 1998 Lyford Cay, Nassau, The Bahamas In this book, renowned scientists in fields from physics to astronomy discuss the possibility of a cosmic evolutionary process that guides not only our universe, but other planets and universes as well. The Many Worlds Symposium was chaired by Paul Davies. |