'¡Santo! Varieties of Latina/o Spirituality': Latin Participation in Pursuit of the Spiritual
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MARYKNOLL, N.Y., June 4, 2012 /
Christian Newswire/ -- "¡Santo! Varieties of Latina/o Spirituality," which focuses on Latino and Latina participation in the pursuit and practice of the spiritual, or "holy" (santo), as part of their lived religion, is the latest book by the Reverend Dr. Edwin D. Aponte. Dr. Aponte is research professor Latina/o and Latin American Christianity in the Center of World Christianity at New York Theological Seminary.
"¡Santo! Varieties Of Latina/o Spirituality" is scheduled to be published this month by Orbis Books, the book division of the Maryknoll Fathers and Brothers. Within its 208 pages, Reverend Aponte explores various understandings of santo and its participation in daily life, rites of passage and worship for Protestants, Catholics, followers of other religious paths and secular practitioners.
With increasing religious pluralism and a burgeoning interest in religions, religiosity and spirituality within the United States, along with the knowledge that by mid-century an estimated 100 million Americans will claim Latin origin, Reverend Aponte indicated that the varieties of Latin spirituality must be explored and understood.
A cultural historian of religion, Reverend Aponte has served as vice president of academic affairs, dean of the seminary, and professor of religion and culture at Lancaster Theological Seminary. An ordained Presbyterian Church (USA) minister, he is co-editor of "Handbook of Latina/o Theologies" (Chalice 2006) and co-author of "Introducing Latino/a Theologies" (Orbis 2001).
Founded during 1970, Orbis Books endeavors to publish works that enlighten the mind, nourish the spirit, and challenge the conscience. Orbis seeks to explore the global dimensions of Christian faith and mission, to invite dialogue with diverse cultures and religious traditions, and to serve the cause of reconciliation and peace. Learn more at www.orbisbooks.com or on Facebook at www.facebook.com/#!/orbisbooks.
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