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The Reluctant Messenger of Science and Religion: Science and the World's Religions Are Pieces to a Puzzle That Need Each Other to Form a Complete pic
Published in Paperback by iUniverse.com (2003)
Authors: StephenW., Ph.D. Boston, EvelynMcKnight, Ph.D. Boston, Stephen W. Boston, and Evelyn McKnight Boston PH. D.
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VERY interesting reading for the open minded
"The Reluctant Messenger of Science and Religion" is a study in how science and the world religions are not in conflict with each other and need each other to form a complete picture. To make it less of a laborious read it is presented in the format of a novel. It starts with two members of debate societies debating over whether science is correct about the creation of the earth or religion is correct. From there we follow both the losing and winning debater through a series of life changing and illuminating events that effectively illustrate the authors' beliefs. It is very well written for a book of this sort and teaches the viewpoint that there are other interpretations of various Bible passages that are not in conflict with science. In fact there are several areas where the teachings are actually a return to the older beliefs. The book also freely examines other religious views from Islam to Hinduism, Buddhism to Sufi and brings them into the discussion.

Strong conservatives from almost any religious teaching will probably have a problem with this book as it attempts to bring harmony between the various beliefs and show that they are all parts of a more complete whole. Since most conservatives by definition believe that their view is right and any other is blasphemy I would expect them to have at least some difficulties. On the other hand, those with an open spirit will probably find it one of their favorite books.

Having said this, I would be failing my obligation to my readers if I did not point out that there are several editing problems of a nature that I would not expect in a finished product. While I did not make a note of them as I went along there are maybe ten to fifteen in the book - far more than the two to three maximum that I expect. As an example, page 235 has the sentence "Chester spoke to know one in particular". Although annoying, they don't interrupt the flow of the book too much and the authors make their point very clearly. It is only because of these errors that this is a recommended read and not a highly recommended read.

Hold infinity in the palm of your hand
The website is so vast, that it was almost inconceivable to imagine that a book relatively small as this one, would do justice to the premise that all religions as well as science have to be seen together to uncover the truth.
But the Drs. Boston have managed to produce just that! The Reluctant Messenger is a book that satisfies the reader of a skeptical Chester's adventures with religion and science with the Master, which are on the website, and introduces a new juxtaposition: that of Lydia who is a believer of one religion alone. Coming together in a debate spirals each into a search for peace; in two differing directions: one in remote areas of India, and the other within the remote areas of conventional religion. The seeming innocuousness of the physical setting hides the breathtaking journeys each of them takes to the far reaches of human belief, faith and knowledge.
Those who have made a study of religion and/or of science, will not be disappointed: this book is a masterly progression of elegantly presented word diagrams that explain just how the different religions as well as science do fit together into a magnificent picture. There is a masterly change of pace from the sublime to the mundane: descriptions of a meditation of different dimensions and the clearing up of a breakfast table.
The tolerant among us are used to thinking that each religion leads to God- but that all religions together do that; and that science is not just a re-discovery of old facts but a re-presentation of them: that is indeed a unique perspective.
But what of the stories of Lydia and Chester? Do they come together once again? As the book progresses, so do they; and as we are caught up in their lives, it appears that we will need a sequel to find that out!

Even more inspirational
I read the book three times before righting this review,this book is incredible, mind boggling and as it states it has that missing piece of the perfect puzzle! ...
Stephen W. Boston, is the one who brought me to G-D, and also has enlightened my life with Truth, and now has given me a map to the path of awareness. This book is essential to anyone who
is on a journey with G-D.
Thank you Stephen I cherish all you have taught me.


Mediating Divorce, A Client's Workbook
Published in Paperback by Jossey-Bass (1999)
Authors: Marilyn S. McKnight and Stephen K. Erickson
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Client Oriented At Its Best
McKnight and Erickson have presented one of the best generic guides for divorce mediators in existence. With the focus on client oriented services designed to fully involve the parties in all decision making, the book gives the mediator a step-by-step instruction manual to mediating divorce. In addition to the basics of Parenting Plans, Spousal Support (Alimony), Budgeting, Equitable Distribution and Tax Consequences, the authors include things of which the mediator should be conscious. The potential effects on the parties that could result in certain circumstances is described for the mediator. And assistance is given to help mediators explain to the client each part of the divorce process so clients can make informed decisions.

While it is vital that any divorce mediator know the laws in any individual state he/she is operating in, the Manual allows one to easily set up a format that will work in any state. The mediator need only add those specifics that are essential for the particular state. For those starting out as divorce mediators and for those considering becoming divorce mediators, this book provides terrific guidance about the process and the profession. Complete with sample forms, McKnight and Erickson give a wonderful and complete manual for client oriented divorce mediation.


The Children's Book ... for the Sake of the Children: A Communication Workbook for Separate Parenting After Divorce
Published in Paperback by Cpi Pub (1998)
Authors: Marilyn McKnight, Marilyn S. Erickson, and Stephen K. Erickson
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Eric Voegelin's Search for Order in History
Published in Textbook Binding by Louisiana State University Press (1978)
Author: Stephen A. McKnight
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Family Mediation Casebook: Theory and Process (Frontiers in Couples and Family Therapy)
Published in Hardcover by Brunner-Routledge (1988)
Authors: Stephen K. Erickson and Marilyn S. McKnight Erickson
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International and Interdisciplinary Perspectives on Eric Voegelin
Published in Paperback by Univ of Missouri Pr (Txt) (1997)
Authors: Stephen A. McKnight and Geoffrey L. Price
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Politics, Order and History: Essays on the Work of Eric Voegelin
Published in Hardcover by Sheffield Academic Pr (2001)
Authors: Glenn Hughes, Stephen A. McKnight, and Geoffrey L. Price
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The Practitioner's Guide to Mediation: A Client-Centered Approach
Published in Hardcover by John Wiley & Sons (16 October, 2000)
Authors: Stephen K. Erickson and Marilyn S. McKnight
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The Reluctant Messenger of Science and Religion : Science and the World's Religions Are Pieces to a Puzzle That Need Each Other to Form a Complete Picture
Published in Hardcover by Writer's Showcase Press (09 March, 2003)
Authors: Stephen W. Boston Ph.D. and Evelyn McKnight Boston Ph.D.
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The Modern Age and the Recovery of Ancient Wisdom: A Reconsideration of Historical Consciousness, 1450-1650
Published in Hardcover by Univ of Missouri Pr (Txt) (1991)
Author: Stephen A. McKnight
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