Jewish Renewal in America

About the Book

22 spiritual seekers, who include mystics and stubborn doubters, a one-time born-again Christian and a group of path-blazing rabbis, tell how their encounters with Jewish Renewal moved them along a challenging and life-changing spiritual path.
These lively narratives will interest readers of all faiths who seek to revitalize their own religious practice.

"It's a fine document of people's involvement in Renewal."
-Reb Zalman Schachter-Shalomi, author of many writings, including his new book, Jewish with Feeling

"This fascinating collection offers diverse and effective ways many have chosen to make Judaism part of their spiritual journey."
-Rabbi Goldie Milgram, author of several books including, Make your own Bat/Bar Mitvah: A personal Guide to a Meaningful Rite of Passage

About the Author

Barbara D. Wright earned her Ph.D. in Psychology and Religion. She is a Psychotherapist in private practice. She conducted interviews for and wrote Chicago Your Bustle is Showing.

Joan Weimer, Ph.D. is Professor Emerita at Drew University and the author of the memoir Back Talk: Teaching lost selves to Speak.