New Reviews: Philosophy & Religion

In a light tone and quick cadence, Kelsey Osgood recounts the stories of seven millennial women who encountered God through different means, faiths, and worship experiences. Chinese American Angela became a Quaker, while Sara, who suffered from the trauma of the Boston Marathon bombing, found healing in evangelicalism. Kate was drawn to the stories and structure of Mormonism.... Read More

Elaine Pagels, renowned scholar of Christian history, is no stranger to the Gospels, those that are canonical, as well as the more obscure versions she calls "secret." However, deciphering the meaning behind those differing accounts of Jesus's life results in an often dense text. Eunice Wong's clear, well-paced, and straightforward performance works hard to make this material... Read More

Narrator Nancy Peterson channels the beauty and emotion in these short essays on the subject of joy. Her gentle tone is enjoyable and peaceful as she tells author Gonzalez's personal stories about where she finds joy, both in the ordinary and in the glorious moments of God's presence. Gonzalez also points out how being able to recognize these moments is a necessity in life. In... Read More