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Fleshing the Spirit brings together established and new writers exploring the relationships between the physical body, the spirit and spirituality, and social justice activism. Examining the complex and dynamic connections among these concepts, the writers emphasize the value of Òflesh and blood experienceÓ as a site of knowledge. They argue that spiritualityÑsomething quite different from institutional religious practiceÑcan heal the mind/body split and set the stage for social change. Spirituality, they argue, is a necessary component of an alternative political agenda focused on equitable social and ecological change.
The anthology incorporates different genres of writingÑsuch as poetry, testimonials, critical essays, and historical analysisÑand stimulates the reader to engage spirituality in a critical, personal, and creative way. This interdisciplinary work is the first that attempts to theorize the radical interconnection between women of color, spirituality, and social activism. Before transformative political work can be done, the authors say in multiple ways, we must recognize that our spiritual need is a desire to more fully understand our relations with others. Conflict experienced on many levels sometimes severs those relations, separating us from others along racial, class, gender, sexual, national, or other socially constructed lines.
Fleshing the Spirit offers a spiritual journey of healing, health, and human revolution. The bookÕs open invitation to engage in critical dialogue and social activismÑwith the spirit and spirituality at the forefrontÑilluminates the way to social change and the ability to live in harmony with lifeÕs universal energies.
Contributors
The anthology incorporates different genres of writingÑsuch as poetry, testimonials, critical essays, and historical analysisÑand stimulates the reader to engage spirituality in a critical, personal, and creative way. This interdisciplinary work is the first that attempts to theorize the radical interconnection between women of color, spirituality, and social activism. Before transformative political work can be done, the authors say in multiple ways, we must recognize that our spiritual need is a desire to more fully understand our relations with others. Conflict experienced on many levels sometimes severs those relations, separating us from others along racial, class, gender, sexual, national, or other socially constructed lines.
Fleshing the Spirit offers a spiritual journey of healing, health, and human revolution. The bookÕs open invitation to engage in critical dialogue and social activismÑwith the spirit and spirituality at the forefrontÑilluminates the way to social change and the ability to live in harmony with lifeÕs universal energies.
Contributors
Volume Editors
Elisa Facio
Irene Lara
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Chapter Authors
Angelita Borb—n
Norma E. Cantœ
Berenice Dimas
C. Alejandra Elenes
Alicia Enciso Litschi
Oliva M. Esp’n
Maria Figueroa
Patrisia Gonzales
InŽs Hern‡ndez- Avila
Rosa Mar’a Hern‡ndez Ju‡rez
Cinthya Martinez
Lara Medina
Felicia Montes
Sarahi Nu–ez- Mejia
Laura E. PŽrez
Brenda Sendejo
InŽs Talamantez
Michelle TŽllez
Beatriz Villegas
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Fleshing the Spirit brings together established and new writers exploring the relationships between the physical body, the spirit and spirituality, and social justice activism. Examining the complex and dynamic connections among these concepts, the writers emphasize the value of Òflesh and blood ...
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Elisa Facio is an associate professor in the Department of Ethnic Studies at the University of ColoradoÐBoulder. She is the author of Understanding Older Chicanas: Sociological and Policy Perspectives and co-editor of Enduring Legacies: Ethnic Histories and Cultures of Colorado.
Irene Lara is an associate professor in the Department of WomenÕs Studies at San Diego State University. Her work has been published in numerous academic journals, and she is the author of several book chapters, including ÒHealing Sue–os for AcademiaÓ in This Bridge We Call Home: Radical Visions for Transformation.
Irene Lara is an associate professor in the Department of WomenÕs Studies at San Diego State University. Her work has been published in numerous academic journals, and she is the author of several book chapters, including ÒHealing Sue–os for AcademiaÓ in This Bridge We Call Home: Radical Visions for Transformation.
Elisa Facio is an associate professor in the Department of Ethnic Studies at the University of ColoradoÐBoulder. She is the author of Understanding Older Chicanas: Sociological and Policy Perspectives and co-editor of Enduring Legacies: Ethnic Histories and Cultures of Colorado.
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