Author:  FR. JOHN BRECK  

#:  3036  

The author looks at biomedical technology from the perspective of Scripture and patristic tradition. Issues include in vitro fertilisation, genetic engineering, human cloning, and euthanasia among others.  

Author:  ANESTIS KESELOPOULOS, TRANS:ELIZABETH THEOKRITOFF  

#:  4022  

The question of humanity's relationship with the rest of creation becomes more pressing as environmental problems escalate. The author proposes a theological solution to these issues based on the writing of the tenth century Byzantine mystic, St. Simeon the New Theologian.  

Author:  JEAN- CLAUDE LARCHET  

#:  4624  

Larchet explores biblical and patristic perspectives on sickness and redemptive suffering. He considers the fundamental questions: the origins of sin in a fallen world, its impact on physical health, and the healing of human nature by the incarnate Son of God. He teaches how to marshal spiritual reserves in a society dominated by technology and materialism.  

Author:  JOHN BRECK  

#:  5292  

A very readable collection of essays expressing Orthodox opinions on a diversity of modern dilemmas ranging from violence against women through gun control to coping with mental illness. The writer's ethical opinions are informed by the Orthodox biblical, doctrinal and liturgical experience.  

Author:  JOHN AND LYN BRECK  

#:  8163  

In this collaborative effort, Fr John and Lyn Breck provide practical, theological, and pastoral thinking on complex matters: the use of embryonic stem cells, gene therapy, new definitions of sexuality and marriage, treatment of addictive behavior and substance abuse, and end-of-life care. Taking us through the stages on life’s way, the authors show us how the ancient, vital wisdom of the Orthodox Church inspires and informs contemporary life.  

Author:  FREDERICA MATTHEWES - GREEN  

#:  1819  

A must read for all concerned with the issue of abortion. Adopts a practical approach, examining the reasons why women choose abortion based on real cases and suggests alternatives which could have been and should be offered. The primary interest of the author is to help women, who because of certain problems see abortion as their only choice, to resolve those problems.   

Author:  THOMAS HOPKO  

#:  8263  

This is the first substantive writing in English which seeks to present an Orthodox understanding of same-sex relationships, rooted both in theology and pastoral practice. It seeks to place the issue of same- sex attraction within the wider context of the nature of sin and the ascetical struggle to which those who desire to live a life in Christ are called."A provocative book that will surely help everyone who reads it!" - Timothy George, Executive Editor Christianity Today  

Author:  PHILIP SHERRARD  

#:  5802  

This book sets the modern scientific picture of the universe and man's place in it against the background of pre-Christian and Christian cosmology and anthropology. The author shows unambiguously how our acceptance of this picture has literally enslaved us to a vast collective lie whose ramification in the major spheres of our thought and action cannot but vandalize and desecrate both ourselves and the world we live in. In the last chapter he writes of the restitution of sacred cosmology.  

Author:  FR. STANLEY HARAKAS  

#:  690  

Written with the dual purposes of informing health care workers about the particular concerns of Orthodox Christians, whilst also informing the latter about their own tradition in relation to this important area of life. Sections include: well-being and illness, caring and curing, passages and ethics.