Keep up with current culture while you integrate the perspectives of Christian faith. This resource helps adults explore the issues of discipleship and theology through guided interaction from selections of American literature. Includes excerpts from the works of eight contemporary American authors and includes author profiles, plus discussion and reflection questions. John Cheever, The Five-Forty-Eight—Mary Gordon, Mrs. Cassidy`s Last Year—Wendell Berry, Prary without Ceasing—Oscar Hijuelos, Christmas 1967 — Reynolds Price, Long Night—Louise Erdrich, Satan: Hijacker of a Planet—Tess GAllagher, The Woman Who prayed—Tillie Olsen, O Yes