The Encyclopedia of American Religious History contains more than 700 articles on the complex tapestry that is this country's religious heritage. Organized in an accessible A-to-Z format, readers and researchers will find objecting, thoughtful coverage of: important persons, denominations, key events and themes, movements and sects, controversial ...
Many local and community non-profits now shoulder an increasing share of society's mandate to care for those in need. The leaders of these organizations now face perplexing questions about how best to respond to the particular needs of their community, in order to continue high-quality service in the face of new financial pressures, and to retain ...
Though voluntary association for the public good is often thought of as a peculiarly Western, even Christian conception, this book demonstrates that there are rich traditions of philanthropy in cultures throughout the world. Rather than search for expressions of Western conceptions of philanthropy, experts in area studies set forth to investigate ...
This volume charts new territory in its coverage of religious history and diversity in the United States. More than 800 entries, 100 of which have been added for this edition, outline the numerous philosophers, personalities, social issues, and cultural histories of religious practices throughout American history. Special emphasis has been given ...
"Encyclopedia of American Religious History, Third Edition" outlines the numerous philosophers, personalities, social issues, and cultural histories of religious practices throughout American history. Special emphasis is placed on recent developments in religious life in this country and the historical contributions of people long neglected by ...
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