William Harmening

Books by William Harmening
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Forgiving Judas: Manifesto for a New Christianity
In this critical assessment of the modern day Church, William Harmening deconstructs many of its longest held beliefs and practices against the backdrop of our contemporary social milieu. He approaches the subject head-on, peeling away the layers of archaic dogma to rediscover the teachings of Jesus that have been lost through the centuries in the fog of institutionalized religion and ceremonial worship.

Mystery at Corinth: Seeking a Jewish Answer to a Christian Mystery
This thought-provoking exposition demonstrates that the tongues described in the book of First Corinthians actually predate the New Testament narrative, and were employed by the Jews in their synagogue service long before Paul wrote his corrective discourse, thus refuting the view espoused by the modern Charismatic church.

The Misadventures of Salem Jack & Finnigan Reeves
An old man found dead in his canoe; a mysterious map leading to a cache of gold; a legendary Indian curse befalling the unfortunate souls seeking to own the treasure; murderous frontiersmen who'll stop at nothing to claim it for themselves; and in the middle of it all, Salem Jack and Finnigan Reeves!

In the Belly of a Whale: Tales of a Reluctant Christian
Currently being rewritten. Description coming soon.

Books by William Harmening

Academic Psychology
Closing the Gap: The Adolescent Search for Self
A text about the role of adolescent identity formation in personality development, particularly as it relates to juvenile delinquency. I am just beginning this text for Charles C. Thomas Publishers.
When the Levee Breaks: Crisis Intervention in the Criminal Justice System
A new textbook I am midway through for Pearson Prentice Hall. I was recruited to write this one. Expected release date in mid-2011.
The Criminal Triad: Psychosocial Development of the Criminal Personality Type
An integrated theory of criminality that looks at the developmental processes leading to deviant behavior. Published by Charles C. Thomas.
Theology
Forgiving Judas: Manifesto for a New Christianity
A critical assessment of the modern day Christian Church.
Mystery at Corinth: Seeking a Jewish Answer to a Christian Mystery
A new interpretation of an ancient mystery.
Juvenile Fiction
The Misadventures of Salem Jack & Finnigan Reeves
A story of friendship, loyalty, and of young boys growing into men.
Autobiographical/ Humor
In the Belly of a Whale: Tales of a Reluctant Christian
Seeking spiritual identity in a small Illinois town during the 1960s-70s.