Skinner House Books
Skinner House Books is an imprint of the Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA) of Congregations, publishing books to aid individuals and congregations in their search for truth and meaning. Learn more.
The 2010 Skinner House catalog (PDF, 28 pages) features our latest books. You may also browse our complete list of titles or view our books by category:
- Children's Books
- Church Administration & Leadership
- Contemporary Issues and Social Justice
- Inspiration
- Meditation Manuals
- Religious History & Commentary
- Worship
What's New from Skinner House Books?
The Growing Church
Keys to Congregational Vitality
Thom Belote, Editor
The Growing Church is an open invitation to experience the progress of some of our fast-growing congregations and to see ministry through the eyes of those who have led their congregations toward vitality and expansion.
Sunday and Every Day
My Little Book of Unitarian Universalism
Patricia Frevert, Editor
This child-friendly introduction puts a sampling of the Unitarian Universalist faith in a child's hands.
A People So Bold
Theology and Ministry for Unitarian Universalists
John Gibb Millspaugh, Editor
More than 20 inspiring essays explore the vision, language and practice of Unitarian Universalism today.
The Whole World Kin
Darwin and the Spirit of Liberal Religion
Fredric Muir, Editor
Nine prominent liberal religious thinkers examine Darwin's contributions to theology, spirituality and ethics.
Singing Meditation
Together in Sound and Silence
Ruthie Rosauer and Liz Hill
This book introduces the spiritual practice of singing meditation, which combines repetitive singing of short, simple, interfaith songs with periods of undirected silence. Suitable for beginners as well as experienced singers.
Seven Principles Activity Booklets
Pictures, Puzzles, Mazes & More
Terry Stafford
Activities include mazes, hidden pictures and puzzles and can be done individually or as a group. Booklets have some words, but are appropriate for pre-readers. Author and illustrator Terry Stafford has RE background. Enough for 10 children; ages 3 to 6. $14/$3 (set of one)
With or Without Candlelight
A Meditation Anthology
Victoria Safford, Editor
The 2009 UUA Mediation Manual. $8
The Arc of the Universe is Long
Unitarian Universalists, Anti-Racism and the Journey from Calgary
Leslie Takahashi Morris, Chip Roush and Leon Spencer
The recent history of the UUA journey toward becoming an anti-racist, anti-oppressive, multicultural movement. Covers the fourteen years that begin with the passage of the racial and cultural diversity resolution at Calgary, in Canada, in 1992 and traces developments through General Assembly 2006. Using interviews and written records, the authors bring to life the voices and stories that represent many perspectives, all addressing issues of race and ethnicity in our congregations and our association. $24
Heart to Heart
Fourteen Gatherings for Reflection and Sharing
Christine Robinson & Alicia Hawkins
Resources for fourteen gatherings on topics such as forgiveness, loss, nature, money, and friendship. A reimagined model of small group ministry, Heart to Heart offers readings, journaling suggestions, and thought-provoking exercises to help participants prepare for the spiritual practice of sharing in community. Promotes listening rather than back-and-forth discussion. $14
Earth Day
An Alphabet Book
Gary Kowalski
Children and adults will delight in Earth Day, a poem of gratitude that celebrates life on earth. From apricots to groundhogs to junebugs, from quahogs to zinnias, zucchini and zebras, plants and animals come alive with Rocco Baviera's bright and imaginative illustrations. $12
For more information contact skinnerhouse @ uua.org.
Last updated on Tuesday, January 12, 2010.
