Description: Many colleges and universities have begun using the language of vocation, which originates in Christian theology, to help undergraduates think about their futures. The contributors to this volume seek to reexamine and re-think this language for the contemporary multi-faith context.
Review Quotes: "This volume is an excellent example of what it wants to achieve...From my own neoCalvinist Reformed background, I can only underline its importance." -- Hans (J.H.F.) Schaeffer, Theological University Kampen, Journal of Reformed Theology
"Young people of all backgrounds naturally seek a deeper purpose. Our increasingly diverse communities badly need a new generation inspired by a higher calling. One of the great tasks of colleges is to nurture vocation in the young so that they may find their fulfillment in serving the broader society. This book is a wonderful companion for that journey." --Eboo Patel, Founder and President of Interfaith Youth Core and author of Interfaith Leadership: A Primer"In changing times, we hunger for a more spacious language. Vocation is a big word breaking out of earlier confines to hold some of the most significant features of a human life. Hearing Vocation Differently offers a contemplative conversation with worthy companions, exploring today's boundary-crossing quests for meaning and purpose. If you are a mentor open to greater wisdom, this book will meet you on the edge of your own vocation."--Sharon Daloz Parks, author of Big Questions, Worthy Dreams: Mentoring Emerging Adults in Their Search for Meaning, Purpose, and Faith"This book has been long overdue; but it was well worth the wait! The twelve authors were well chosen and what they wrote was on point. How much richer life will be on this planet with so many more living out their vocations faithfully."--John Haughey, S.J., author of A Biography of the Spirit