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Frontmatter (The Christian Librarian 59:1)
Frontmatter (The Christian Librarian 59:1)
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Packard And Hope's "Church Refugees: Sociologists Reveal Why People Are Done With Church But Not Their Faith" (Critical Review), Craighton Hippenhammer
Packard And Hope's "Church Refugees: Sociologists Reveal Why People Are Done With Church But Not Their Faith" (Critical Review), Craighton Hippenhammer
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Crear's "In The Zone" (Book Review), Amy C. Rice
Crear's "In The Zone" (Book Review), Amy C. Rice
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A review of Crear, M. (2014). In the zone. Nashville, TN: Abingdon Press. 128 pp. $16.99. ISBN 9781426772023
Is Authority Always Constructed And Contextual? A Classical Challenge To The Framework For Information Literacy, Nathan Rinne
Is Authority Always Constructed And Contextual? A Classical Challenge To The Framework For Information Literacy, Nathan Rinne
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The 2015 Framework for Information Literacy for Higher Education (or Framework) is the latest effort of academic librarians to provide relevant guidance for the teaching of information literacy. One claim made within this “living document,” in line with current academic trends of constructivism and social constructivism, is that “Authority is Constructed and Contextual.” Questions are raised concerning authority’s relationship to the idea of truth, and an effort is made, largely through a Socratic method of inquiry, to delve into the meaning of the Framework’s statement on authority using the further explanations provided concerning this particular “frame,” as well as the …
Vacario's "100 Illustrated Bible Verses: Inspiring Words. Beautiful Art" (Book Review), Cynorra Jackson
Vacario's "100 Illustrated Bible Verses: Inspiring Words. Beautiful Art" (Book Review), Cynorra Jackson
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A review of Vicario, J. (2015). 100 illustrated Bible verses: Inspiring words. Beautiful art. New York: Workman Publishing. 206 pp. ISBN 9780761185666
Hauerwas And Willimon's "Resident Aliens: Life In The Christian Colony" (Book Review), Seth Allen
Hauerwas And Willimon's "Resident Aliens: Life In The Christian Colony" (Book Review), Seth Allen
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A review of Hauerwas, S., & Willimon, W.H. (2014). Resident aliens: Life in the Christian colony (25th Anniversary ed.). Nashville, TN: Abingdon Press. 172 pp. $19.99. ISBN 9781426781902
Adams' "The Earliest Christian Meetings Places: Almost Exclusively Houses?" (Book Review), Paul Hartog
Adams' "The Earliest Christian Meetings Places: Almost Exclusively Houses?" (Book Review), Paul Hartog
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A review of Adams, E. (2016). The earliest Christian meetings places: Almost exclusively houses? London: Bloomsbury T&T Clark. 263 pp. $29.95. ISBN 9780567663146
Play On: The Use Of Games In Libraries, Christa Hill
Play On: The Use Of Games In Libraries, Christa Hill
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The use of games in the library is a currently trending topic of discussion and writing in the Library and Information Science profession. Upon first consideration, gaming may seem to be irrelevant at best and a waste of time and resources at worst. However, gaming does have several significant implications for all types of libraries, including greater exposure to new information technologies and the sense of community that a gaming program can foster. Thus, libraries should seriously consider the benefits of gaming programs and be prepared to carefully develop collection policies and to properly plan gaming opportunities for their patrons. …
Comparative Study Of Ethics In Librarianship And The Bible, Japheth Abdulazeez Yaya
Comparative Study Of Ethics In Librarianship And The Bible, Japheth Abdulazeez Yaya
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This paper is a comparative study that discusses ethical issues in librarianship and the Bible. Such issues include: Laws in librarianship vs. laws in the Bible; censorship in librarianship vs. censorship in the Bible; Bible teachings on access to information and access to information in librarianship; purification (i.e., book binding), conservation and preservation practices in the library and in the Bible; weeding of library collections and weeding practices in the Bible; privacy and confidentiality in the library and in the Bible; orderliness of the library collections and the Bible; consortium building of library collections and in the Bible; and consequences …
Religious Accommodations For Sabbatarian Observance Among Library Staff, Paul A. Hartog
Religious Accommodations For Sabbatarian Observance Among Library Staff, Paul A. Hartog
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Over the last twenty-five years, litigation related to religious discrimination in the workplace has been on the rise. One of the tension points has been the religious practice of Sabbath keeping, leading to employment scheduling conflicts. Title VII and its subsequent amendments require that employers seek “reasonable accommodations” for Sabbatarian observance. Such adjustments should not cause “undue hardship” to the employer, who is required to make a “good faith effort” at accommodation. This article discusses creative alternatives that managers of public libraries and nonsectarian academic libraries may implement when accommodating Seventh-Day Adventist and similar Sabbatarian staff members.
Yaghjian's "Writing Theology Well: A Rhetoric For Theological And Biblical Writers" (Book Review), Mark Tubbs
Yaghjian's "Writing Theology Well: A Rhetoric For Theological And Biblical Writers" (Book Review), Mark Tubbs
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A review of Yaghjian, L. B. (2015). Writing theology well: A rhetoric for theological and biblical writers. (2nd ed.). New York: Bloomsbury T&T Clark. 441 pp. $29.95. ISBN 9780567499172
Creating An Institutional Repository, Nathan R. Schwartz
Creating An Institutional Repository, Nathan R. Schwartz
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Creating an institutional repository (IR) requires much forethought and planning. Setting up a university IR committee will help direct policy and collection goals, and will encourage faculty participation. There are many things to consider in design such as branding, policy, copyright, collection development, author submissions and discoverability. Publishing in an IR requires original works, and copyright issues arise, especially if authors wish to publish in other journals. Our IR goal was to promote scholarship and encourage faculty to create publishing profile space in SelectedWorks, which can become a virtual curricula vita. The ultimate goal is discoverability and open access contribution …
Frontmatter (The Christian Librarian 59:2)
Frontmatter (The Christian Librarian 59:2)
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No abstract provided.
Acl News & Notes
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This section of The Christian Librarian includes updates to the membership, announcements from members, and reports from various committees and groups around the Association of Christian Librarians.
Joeckel's "The C. S. Lewis Phenomenon: Christianity And The Public Sphere" (Book Review), Mark Hanson
Joeckel's "The C. S. Lewis Phenomenon: Christianity And The Public Sphere" (Book Review), Mark Hanson
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A review of Joeckel, S. (2013). The C. S. Lewis phenomenon: Christianity and the public sphere. Macon, GA: Mercer University Press. 427 pp. $30.00. ISBN 978881464375
Cook's "Crucifixion In The Mediterranean World" (Book Review), Jill Botticelli
Cook's "Crucifixion In The Mediterranean World" (Book Review), Jill Botticelli
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A review of Cook, J.G. (2014). Crucifixion in the Mediterranean world. Mohr Siebeck. 522 pp. $76.60. ISBN 9783161537646
James' "The Glory Of The Cross: Exploring The Meaning Of The Death Of Christ" (Book Review), Tami E. Robinson
James' "The Glory Of The Cross: Exploring The Meaning Of The Death Of Christ" (Book Review), Tami E. Robinson
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A review of James. P. (2008). The glory of the cross: Exploring the meaning of the death of Christ. Peabody, MA: Hendrickson Publishers. ISBN 9781619707580
Quarles' "Illustrated Life Of Paul" (Book Review), Paul Roberts
Quarles' "Illustrated Life Of Paul" (Book Review), Paul Roberts
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A review of Quarles, C. L. (2014). Illustrated life of Paul. Nashville, TN: B & H Publishing Group. 300 pp. $29.99 ISBN: 9780805494532
Ytreeide's "Ishtar’S Odyssey: A Family Story For Advent" (Book Review), Lisa Fuller
Ytreeide's "Ishtar’S Odyssey: A Family Story For Advent" (Book Review), Lisa Fuller
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A review of Ytreeide, A. (2015). Ishtar’s odyssey: A family story for advent. Grand Rapids, MI: Kregel Publications. 176 pp. $15.99. ISBN 9780825443930
Sinitiere's "Salvation With A Smile: Joel Osteen, Lakewood Church, And American Christianity" (Book Review), Mark Tubbs
Sinitiere's "Salvation With A Smile: Joel Osteen, Lakewood Church, And American Christianity" (Book Review), Mark Tubbs
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A review of Sinitiere, P. L. (2015). Salvation with a smile: Joel Osteen, Lakewood Church, and American Christianity. New York: New York University Press. 305 pp. $35.00. ISBN 9780814723883
Akala's "The Son-Father Relationship And Christological Symbolism In The Gospel Of John" (Book Review), John E. Palmer
Akala's "The Son-Father Relationship And Christological Symbolism In The Gospel Of John" (Book Review), John E. Palmer
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A review of Akala, A. J. (2014). The Son-Father relationship and Christological symbolism in the Gospel of John. NY: Bloombury T&T Clark. 248 pp. $112.00 (Hardback); $39.95 (Paperback). ISBN 9780567374141
Huss's "Where’S Jesus? American Christianity In Crisis" (Book Review), Dale R. Jensen
Huss's "Where’S Jesus? American Christianity In Crisis" (Book Review), Dale R. Jensen
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A review of Huss, S. F. (2015). Where’s Jesus? American Christianity in crisis. Bloomington, IN: WestBow Press. 183 pp. $17.95. ISBN 978512714593
Davis And Lerner's "Worship Together In Your Church As In Heaven" (Book Review), Lindsay Van Sicklen
Davis And Lerner's "Worship Together In Your Church As In Heaven" (Book Review), Lindsay Van Sicklen
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A review of Davis, J., Lerner, N. (2015). Worship together in your church as in heaven. Nashville, TN: Abingdon Press. 202 pp. $22.99. ISBN 9781426788062
Libraries And Student Retention, Mick Williams
Libraries And Student Retention, Mick Williams
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Mick Williams presented the workshop “Libraries and Student Retention” at the June 2015 Association of Christian Librarians Conference. This article of the same name encapsulates key points that were shared during the workshop’s PowerPoint presentation on how academic librarians can actively promote student retention at their own institutions of higher learning.
Utter's "The Religious Right: A Reference Handbook" (Book Review), Armand T. Ternak
Utter's "The Religious Right: A Reference Handbook" (Book Review), Armand T. Ternak
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A review of Utter, G.H., Storey, J.W. (2007). The Religious Right: A reference handbook. 3rd edition. Millerton, NY: Grey House Publishing. 503 pp. ISBN 9781592371136
Truesday's "Square Peg: Why Wesleyans Aren’T Fundamentalists" (Book Review), Craighton Hippenhammer
Truesday's "Square Peg: Why Wesleyans Aren’T Fundamentalists" (Book Review), Craighton Hippenhammer
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A review of Truesday, A. (Ed.). (2012). Square peg: Why Wesleyans aren’t fundamentalists. Kansas City: Beacon Hill Press. 158 pp. $15.99. ISBN 9780834127937
The Christian Academic Librarian In The Technological Society, David B. Malone
The Christian Academic Librarian In The Technological Society, David B. Malone
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In our contemporary society, technologies establish the course of our lives. Libraries have always engaged various technologies to bring order to disorder and over the last two decades, academic libraries have undergone significant technological change. Librarians have sought to convey an orderliness to the visible world and humanity’s body of knowledge. How this technology and body of knowledge is engaged bears significance. The engagement of the Christian academic librarian should include a distinctly Christian perspective. This paper examines the engagement of the Christian academic librarian in the technological society.
The Power Of Encouragement: The Role Of Christian Academic Librarians In Supporting The Whole Student, Earleen J. Warner
The Power Of Encouragement: The Role Of Christian Academic Librarians In Supporting The Whole Student, Earleen J. Warner
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Christian librarians are exhorted to consider the role of providing encouragement, care, and emotional and spiritual support to college students. Caring for the whole student can have a positive impact on college student success and retention, as well as have a transformational effect on students’ spiritual lives. By treating college students as whole persons created in the image of God, Christians academic librarians can not only help these students succeed by meeting their academic needs, but also help students thrive by supporting them emotionally and spiritually.
Teaching Library History: Engaging The Academic Community, Ben Brick
Teaching Library History: Engaging The Academic Community, Ben Brick
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The author provides an overview of an upper-level undergraduate course on library history he has created and taught at a small Bible college. He reviews the lessons learned from the experience as well as the opportunities this course provided for information literacy instruction.