I just realized I never posted the rest of the books I wanted to recommend. So here they are.
Theology, Church, and Culture
Transforming Our Days: Spirituality, Community and Liturgy in a Technological Culture, by Richard R. Gaillardetz. Fascinating Christian cultural criticism of the mindset/worldview created by technology in today's culture, proposing that a (partial) solution to the commodification of life may be found in Christian community, liturgy, asceticism, and mystery.
Process Theology: A Basic Introduction, by C. Robert Mesle and John B. Cobb. Very accessible introduction to a contemporary theology that seeks to integrate the findings of science with belief in a God who is good.
The Practicing Congregation: Imagining a New Old Church, by Diana Butler Bass. How mainline churches across the U.S. are finding new life in ancient Christian practices. Also check out Practicing Our Faith : A Way of Life for a Searching People, by Dorothy C. Bass.
Reimagining Christianity: Reconnect Your Spirit Without Disconnecting Your Mind, by Alan Jones. Didn't get very far into this, but it seemed a good introduction to a faith that encourages questioning and critical thinking without losing a sense of mystery.
Also, not a specifically faith-related book, but I'm currently reading Sight Hound, by Pam Houston, a Colorado writer. Very enjoyable, although perhaps a couple too many characters to keep track of (each chapter is written from a different character's perspective, including the dogs and cat).
Blessings on your Easter weekend, everybody!
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