Dr Lois Shepherd (5 results)
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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Proposes a morally transformative concept that places the act of welcoming at the core of ethical living and human flourishing. This radical approach asserts that welcome is not merely a virtue or an act of kindness, but the foundational practice from which all other ethical behaviors arise.… Through this lens, welcome becomes the primary orientation through which individuals and communities can achieve a harmonious and just society.The authors contend that being a welcoming person involves a deep, ongoing moral commitment that impacts every interaction and relationship. This obligation is mutual, extending to everyone in all settings, from healthcare environments to everyday social encounters. Welcome, they assert, is not only intertwined with responsibility but precedes it, providing the necessary openness to understand and fulfill our ethical obligations.The book's structure reflects its content, offering a series of patternsinterconnected stories, reflections, and practical examplesrather than a linear argument. These patterns illustrate how welcome influences human interaction, showing both its positive effects when present and the harm that results from its absence. Through this exploration, the authors encourage readers to embrace welcome in all aspects of life, suggesting that this practice is essential for creating inclusive, thriving communities.Drawing on rich personal experiences in law, medicine, and theology, the authors ground their discussion in real-world stories and case studiesincluding the case of an Australian couple living near a cliff who have saved over 500 suicidal people from jumping to their deathwhere the stakes of welcome are high. Welcome is both a practical guide and an introduction to a new way of understanding the world, inviting readers to engage in the ongoing, dynamic process of becoming more welcoming and, by extension, more ethical in their everyday lives. An innovative approach to ethics, showing that welcoming other persons is the primary moral act. The use of stories and cases make the book an ideal text for students to explore ethical questions in the classroom and in their lives. The book also describes a variety of practices that help shape us into more welcoming persons. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.
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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Welcome: Patterns of the Moral Life proposes a transformative concept that places the act of welcoming at the core of ethical living and human flourishing. This radical approach asserts that welcome is not merely a virtue or an act of kindness, but the foundational practice from which all ot…her ethical behaviors arise. Through this lens, welcome becomes the primary orientation through which individuals and communities can achieve a harmonious and just society.The authors contend that being a welcoming person involves a deep, ongoing moral commitment that impacts every interaction and relationship. This obligation is mutual, extending to everyone in all settings, from healthcare environments to everyday social encounters. Welcome, they assert, is not only intertwined with responsibility but precedes it, providing the necessary openness to understand and fulfill our ethical obligations.The book's structure reflects its content, offering a series of patternsinterconnected stories, reflections, and practical examplesrather than a linear argument. These patterns illustrate how welcome influences human interaction, showing both its positive effects when present and the harm that results from its absence. Through this exploration, the authors encourage readers to embrace welcome in all aspects of life, suggesting that this practice is essential for creating inclusive, thriving communities.Drawing on rich personal experiences in law, medicine, and theology, the authors ground their discussion in real-world stories and case studiesincluding the case of an Australian couple living near a cliff who have saved over 500 suicidal people from jumping to their deathwhere the stakes of welcome are high. Welcome is both a practical guide and an introduction to a new way of understanding the world, inviting readers to engage in the ongoing, dynamic process of becoming more welcoming and, by extension, more ethical in their everyday lives. An innovative approach to ethics, showing that welcoming other persons is the primary moral act. The use of stories and cases make the book an ideal text for students to explore ethical questions in the classroom and in their lives. The book also describes a variety of practices that help shape us into more welcoming persons. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.
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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Proposes a morally transformative concept that places the act of welcoming at the core of ethical living and human flourishing. This radical approach asserts that welcome is not merely a virtue or an act of kindness, but the foundational practice from which all other ethical behaviors arise.… Through this lens, welcome becomes the primary orientation through which individuals and communities can achieve a harmonious and just society.The authors contend that being a welcoming person involves a deep, ongoing moral commitment that impacts every interaction and relationship. This obligation is mutual, extending to everyone in all settings, from healthcare environments to everyday social encounters. Welcome, they assert, is not only intertwined with responsibility but precedes it, providing the necessary openness to understand and fulfill our ethical obligations.The book's structure reflects its content, offering a series of patternsinterconnected stories, reflections, and practical examplesrather than a linear argument. These patterns illustrate how welcome influences human interaction, showing both its positive effects when present and the harm that results from its absence. Through this exploration, the authors encourage readers to embrace welcome in all aspects of life, suggesting that this practice is essential for creating inclusive, thriving communities.Drawing on rich personal experiences in law, medicine, and theology, the authors ground their discussion in real-world stories and case studiesincluding the case of an Australian couple living near a cliff who have saved over 500 suicidal people from jumping to their deathwhere the stakes of welcome are high. Welcome is both a practical guide and an introduction to a new way of understanding the world, inviting readers to engage in the ongoing, dynamic process of becoming more welcoming and, by extension, more ethical in their everyday lives. An innovative approach to ethics, showing that welcoming other persons is the primary moral act. The use of stories and cases make the book an ideal text for students to explore ethical questions in the classroom and in their lives. The book also describes a variety of practices that help shape us into more welcoming persons. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.
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Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. Welcome: Patterns of the Moral Life proposes a transformative concept that places the act of welcoming at the core of ethical living and human flourishing. This radical approach asserts that welcome is not merely a virtue or an act of kindness, but the foundational practice from which all ot…her ethical behaviors arise. Through this lens, welcome becomes the primary orientation through which individuals and communities can achieve a harmonious and just society.The authors contend that being a welcoming person involves a deep, ongoing moral commitment that impacts every interaction and relationship. This obligation is mutual, extending to everyone in all settings, from healthcare environments to everyday social encounters. Welcome, they assert, is not only intertwined with responsibility but precedes it, providing the necessary openness to understand and fulfill our ethical obligations.The book's structure reflects its content, offering a series of patternsinterconnected stories, reflections, and practical examplesrather than a linear argument. These patterns illustrate how welcome influences human interaction, showing both its positive effects when present and the harm that results from its absence. Through this exploration, the authors encourage readers to embrace welcome in all aspects of life, suggesting that this practice is essential for creating inclusive, thriving communities.Drawing on rich personal experiences in law, medicine, and theology, the authors ground their discussion in real-world stories and case studiesincluding the case of an Australian couple living near a cliff who have saved over 500 suicidal people from jumping to their deathwhere the stakes of welcome are high. Welcome is both a practical guide and an introduction to a new way of understanding the world, inviting readers to engage in the ongoing, dynamic process of becoming more welcoming and, by extension, more ethical in their everyday lives. An innovative approach to ethics, showing that welcoming other persons is the primary moral act. The use of stories and cases make the book an ideal text for students to explore ethical questions in the classroom and in their lives. The book also describes a variety of practices that help shape us into more welcoming persons. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.
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Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. Welcome: Patterns of the Moral Life proposes a transformative concept that places the act of welcoming at the core of ethical living and human flourishing. This radical approach asserts that welcome is not merely a virtue or an act of kindness, but the foundational practice from which all ot…her ethical behaviors arise. Through this lens, welcome becomes the primary orientation through which individuals and communities can achieve a harmonious and just society.The authors contend that being a welcoming person involves a deep, ongoing moral commitment that impacts every interaction and relationship. This obligation is mutual, extending to everyone in all settings, from healthcare environments to everyday social encounters. Welcome, they assert, is not only intertwined with responsibility but precedes it, providing the necessary openness to understand and fulfill our ethical obligations.The book's structure reflects its content, offering a series of patternsinterconnected stories, reflections, and practical examplesrather than a linear argument. These patterns illustrate how welcome influences human interaction, showing both its positive effects when present and the harm that results from its absence. Through this exploration, the authors encourage readers to embrace welcome in all aspects of life, suggesting that this practice is essential for creating inclusive, thriving communities.Drawing on rich personal experiences in law, medicine, and theology, the authors ground their discussion in real-world stories and case studiesincluding the case of an Australian couple living near a cliff who have saved over 500 suicidal people from jumping to their deathwhere the stakes of welcome are high. Welcome is both a practical guide and an introduction to a new way of understanding the world, inviting readers to engage in the ongoing, dynamic process of becoming more welcoming and, by extension, more ethical in their everyday lives. An innovative approach to ethics, showing that welcoming other persons is the primary moral act. The use of stories and cases make the book an ideal text for students to explore ethical questions in the classroom and in their lives. The book also describes a variety of practices that help shape us into more welcoming persons. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.
