The 10 Best-Selling Books At General Assembly 2004

The following books were among the top sellers at General Assembly 2004. Books may be ordered from the UUA Bookstore, www.uua.org/bookstore; or by calling 800-215-9076.

A Lamp in Every Corner: A Unitarian Universalist Storybook, by Janeen K. Grohsmeyer. Collection of 21 short stories about UU history and traditions, famous UU men and women, and the Seven Principles. Ages 6 and up. (Skinner House, 2004) 136 pp. #8040 $15.

Full Circle: Fifteen Ways to Grow Lifelong UUs, by Kate Tweedie Erslev. An exploration of why UUs stay in our congregations. Based on interviews with 82 lifelong UUs. (Skinner House, 2004) 112 pp. #3821 $14.

The Unitarian Universalist Pocket Guide, Fourth Edition, edited by the Rev. William G. Sinkford. Essays on our faith, heritage, worship, religious education, ministry, and important dates in UU history. (Skinner House, 2004). 120 pp. #6070 $7.

Language of Reverence, by Dean Grodzins. Five prominent Unitarian Universalists illuminate the issues around a language of reverence from different perspectives. The dialogue revolves around two big questions: “Are we tallking about religion in a way adequate to our needs as a religious community?” and “What are we talking about when we talk about religion?” Contributors are Dr. Sharon Welch and the Revs. Thandeka, Laurel Hallman, David Bumbaugh, and William G. Sinkford. (Meadville Lombard, 2004) #6186 $14.

Offerings: Remarks on Passing the Plate, by the Rev. Robert Thayer. A collection of motivational articles, offertory words, and a song for use by worship leaders. (Skinner House, 2004) 64 pp. #7193 $8.

Teacher, Guide, Companion: Rediscovering Jesus in a Secular World, by the Rev. Erik Walker Wikstrom. Challenges readers to reexamine their own relationship with Jesus Christ and its significance in the 21st century. (Skinner House, 2003) 96 pp. #6198 $16.

The Almost Church: Redefining Unitarian Universalism for a New Era, by Michael Durall. From the forward, written by the Rev. Marlin Lavanhar: “This book will prod, upend, upset, inspire, and instigate new ideas among anyone who cares about the future of Unitarian Universalism. In it you will find a vision for multicultural congregations that defies conventional UU wisdom. Imagine creating high expectation UU churches that stir members to take risks, confront who they are, and become the kind of people the church calls them to become.” (Jenkin Lloyd Jones Press, 2004) #6188 $13.95. Also available for the same price from Jenkin Lloyd Jones Press at All Souls Unitarian Church, 2952 S. Peoria, Tulsa OK 74114, www. allsoulschurchstore.org.

We Build Temples in the Heart: Side by Side We Gather, by Patrick Murfin. The UUA’s newest meditation manual. Patrick Murfin has many voices, ranging from the gentle reflective poet to the fierce social activist. (Skinner House, 2004) 72 pp. #5069 $8.00. 

The Complete Guide to Small Group Ministry: Saving the World Ten at a Time, by the Rev. Robert L. Hill. A guidebook to forming groups of 8 to 10 people who meet regularly for personal sharing and discussion of a topic. Such groups have long been part of congregations of other denominations and have taken hold in many UU congregations. (Skinner House, 2003) 136 pp. #7743 $18.

Articulating Your UU Faith, by Revs. Barbara Wells and Jaco Ten Hove. A five-session course that guides participants through a series of easy and engaging exercises that equip them to discover and articulate their beliefs, including personal reflection, role-playing, discussion, and even the creation of a worship event. Great for newcomers and a wonderful next step for long-time UUs. (Skinner House, 2003) 72 pp. #7406 $15.