An edition of For the Love of God (2000)

For the love of God

faith and future of the American nun

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An edition of For the Love of God (2000)

For the love of God

faith and future of the American nun

1st ed.
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In this provocative work, Lucy Kaylin explores myths and debunks stereotypes to present a rich and varied portrait of modern nuns at a dramatic moment in their history: Nuns in the United States are facing possible extinction. In vivid, accessible prose, For the Love of God examines the historical and cultural forces -- including the Second Vatican Council and the women's movement -- that have redefined nuns' roles while eroding their ranks.

Here is a range of strong and surprising women wrestling with the central issues of their calling, issues common to secular women as well: commitment, sexuality, sacrifice, politics, and work. For the Love of God introduces nuns who swear, smoke, and run inner-city shelters; elderly nuns who have been imprisoned for their political beliefs; habited nuns who choose to devote themselves to the cloistered life. Speaking from both heart and mind, these women share their opinions on abortion, birth control, the ordination of women, the Church's patriarchy, Pope John Paul II, and more.

During this time of widespread spiritual longing, this compelling, emotionally charged book will resonate with many people of all faiths.

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W. Morrow
Language
English
Pages
239

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Cover of: For the Love of God
For the Love of God: The Faith and Future of the American Nun
November 13, 2001, Harper Perennial
in English
Cover of: For the Love of God
For the Love of God: The Faith and Future of the American Nun
November 13, 2001, Harper Perennial
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Cover of: For the Love of God
For the Love of God: The Faith and Future of the American Nun
November 1, 2000, William Morrow
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Cover of: For the love of God
For the love of God: faith and future of the American nun
2000, W. Morrow
in English - 1st ed.

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New York

Edition Notes

Includes bibliographical references.

Classifications

Dewey Decimal Class
271/.90073/0904
Library of Congress
BX4220.U6 K39 2000, BX4220.U6K39 2000

The Physical Object

Pagination
x, 239 p. ;
Number of pages
239

ID Numbers

Open Library
OL22338460M
Internet Archive
forloveofgodfait00kayl
ISBN 10
0688154581
LCCN
00039439
OCLC/WorldCat
43903739
Library Thing
72202
Amazon ID (ASIN)
Goodreads
701220

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