Paul: apostle of Christ.

Author: Affirm Films,
2018 / DVD / Adults
Location: Main Library   DVD   225   AFF  
Summary: Paul is spending his last days in a dark prison in Rome. His friend Luke risks his life to visit him. As Paul tells the story of his conversion and all that came after it, Luke determines to write a book about Paul and the early believers who died for the faith.
Publisher: Sony Pictures
Subjects:   PAUL (APOSTLE)\BIBLE - NEW TESTAMENT\CHURCH HISTORY
(Added: 6/23/2018)
Notes: Run time: 1 hr 45 minutes. Rated PG-13 for violent content.    
 

A grandmother's prayers.

Author: Swatkowski, Kay
2015 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   242   SWA    
Summary: 60 days of devotions and prayers for grandmothers. Also includes inspiring stories and practical ideas for fostering loving relationships. Will help you encourage the faith of your grandkids.
Publisher: Discovery House
Subjects:   PRAYER\GRANDPARENTS
(Added: 6/23/2018)
   
 

Our membership vows in the United Methodist Church.

Author: Stamm, Mark W.
2013 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   287   STA    
Summary: A discussion of each of the membership vows and their history and practical application for today's church members.
Publisher: General Board of Discipleship
Subjects: Discipleship Resources/Leadership Ministries   UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
(Added: 6/23/2018)
   
 

A.D.: 12-week study through the book of Acts.

Author: Lightworkers Media,
2015 / MultiMedia / Adults
Location: Main Library   Studies   225   LIG  
Summary: This is the church kit, which includes access to streaming video clips from each A.D. episode, campaign planning guide, marketing guide, digital resources, study and guidebook, A.D. viewing party kit, 12 customizable sermons, and sample invitation tools.
Publisher: Outreach, Inc./MGM Studios.
Subjects:   BIBLE - NEW TESTAMENT\CHURCH HISTORY
(Added: 6/16/2018)
Note: Based on the television series. Library has DVD of the series in same location.    
 

Community is messy: the perils and promise of small group ministry.

Author: Zempel, Heather
2012 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   259   ZEM    
Summary: Insights into how we can support one another's unique paths to maturity in Christ while maintaining cohesion as a community and blessing the world around us. A fresh perspective on the challenges all leaders face in building biblical community.
Publisher: IVP Books
Subjects:   CHURCH GROUPS\LEADERSHIP
(Added: 6/16/2018)
   
 

To the moon and back: a novel.

Author: Kingsbury, Karen
2018 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   FIC   KIN   BX-4  
Summary: Brady Bradshaw was a child when the Oklahoma City bombing killed his mother. Every year, Brady visits the memorial site on the anniversary to remember her. A decade ago on that day, he met Jenna Phillips, who was also a child when her parents were killed in the attack. Brady and Jenna shared a deep heart connection and a single beautiful day together at the memorial. But after that, Brady never saw Jenna again. Every year when he returns, he leaves a note for her in hopes that he might find her again.
Publisher: Howard Books
Subjects: Baxter Family Collection, book 4   ROMANCE\GRIEF
(Added: 6/16/2018)
   
 

A Baxter family Christmas: a novel.

Author: Kingsbury, Karen
2016 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   FIC   KIN   BX-1  
Summary: As Christmas nears, John Baxter makes a bold gesture--he invites a stranger to share Christmas Eve dinner with his family. But not just any stranger. This woman is the recipient of his daughter Erin's heart.
Publisher: Howard Books
Subjects: Baxter Family Collection, book 1   CHRISTMAS\ROMANCE
(Added: 6/16/2018)
   
 

The color of rain.

Author: Hallmark Channel,
2013 / DVD / Adults
Location: Main Library   DVD   FIC   HAL  
Summary: When Gina loses her husband on Christmas Day, she soon finds a kindred spirit in another parent at her kids school, Michael, who loses his wife at the same time. As they help each other and their children though grief, they grow closer and fall in love. However, family and friends cause them to question whether being together is a good idea. Based on a true story.
Publisher: Lighthouse Pictures
Subjects:   GRIEF\FAMILY LIFE
(Added: 6/16/2018)
Note: Run time: 87 minutes. Not rated.    
 

October baby.

Author: Provident Films,
2011 / DVD / Adults
Location: Main Library   DVD   FIC   PRO  
Summary: When Hannah collapses during a college play, she's rushed to the hospital, where medical tests reveal the underlying cause---trauma suffered at birth. Soon afterward, she discovers another shocking fact: she was adopted after a failed abortion attempt. Bewildered and angry, Hannah goes in search of her birth mother. Will the truth set her free?
Publisher: Twentieth Century Fox
Subjects:   ABORTION\ADOPTION
(Added: 6/16/2018)
Note: Run time: 109 minutes. Rated PG-13. Dove Approved (12+)    
 

I can only imagine.

Author: Erwin Brothers,
2018 / DVD / Adults
Location: Main Library   DVD   780   ERW  
Summary: The true story behind MercyMe's hit song. Running from a troubled home life and a broken relationship, Bart Millard found escape in music. His band, MercyMe, set out on a journey none of them could ever have imagined.
Publisher: LionsGate
Subjects:   FORGIVENESS\MUSIC\ABUSIVE BEHAVIOR
(Added: 6/16/2018)
Notes: Run time: 110 minutes. Rated PG for some violence. Includes special features.    
 

Etched in stone: archeological discoveries that prove the Bible.

Author: Bassett-Brody, Lisette
2017 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   220.1   BAS    
Summary: Showcases more than 60 archeological discoveries that will make it clear that the stories of the Bible are historical and factual events that occurred at a real time and in real places.
Publisher: WND Books
Subjects:   BIBLE - ARCHEOLOGY\BIBLE - STUDY
(Added: 6/16/2018)
   
 

Killing kryptonite: destroy what steals your strength.

Author: Bevere, John
2017 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   240   BEV    
Summary: You can enjoy a life of intimacy and connection with God. You can have a vibrant, powerful faith that impacts the world around you. But first, you have to face off with spiritual kryptonite: the sin of idolatry.
Publisher: Messenger International
Subjects:   SIN\SPIRITUAL LIFE
(Added: 6/16/2018)
Note: Includes study questions.    
 

A. D.: The Bible continues.

Author: Lightworkers Media,
2015 / DVD / Adults
Location: Main Library   Studies   225   LIG  
Summary: Beginning with the crucifixion and resurrection of Christ, this series chronicles the heroic acts and sacrifices of his early followers as they change the world around them. Follows the biblical book of Acts.
Publisher: Twentieth Century Fox
Subjects:   BIBLE - NEW TESTAMENT\CHURCH HISTORY
(Added: 6/16/2018)
Note: 4 disk set. Includes 12 episodes, about 50 minutes each. Spanish and French subtitles. Library also has Church Kit with study guides in same location    
 

Goodnight prayers.

Author: Parry, Alan
2001 / Book / Junior
Location: Children's Library   J   242.8   PAR  
Summary: The creatures of Oaktree Wood are preparing for bed and their last peaceful moments of the day are accompanied by a goodnight prayer before they go to sleep.
Publisher: Abingdon Press
Subjects: Oaktree Wood Series   PRAYER\BEDTIME STORIES
(Added: 6/13/2018)
   
 

The story of Easter.

Author: Ellis, Gwen
2007 / Book / Junior
Location: Children's Library   J   395.2   ELL  
Summary: This overwhelming story of love and hope is the perfect way to introduce young chidren to the true meaning of Easter.
Publisher: Thomas Nelson
Subjects: Read and Share series   EASTER\JESUS CHRIST
(Added: 6/13/2018)
Note: Illustrated by Steve Smallman    
 

Miriam: a novel.

Author: Henderson, Lois T.
1983 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   FIC   HEN    
Summary: Recreates the story of the biblical heroine Miriam, the sister of Moses, whose profound faith and devotion to God and His people made her a key figure in the Exodus and the journey to the Promised Land.
Publisher: Guideposts
Subjects:   BIBLE - OLD TESTAMENT\WOMEN
(Added: 6/13/2018)
   
 

Hagar: a novel.

Author: Henderson, Lois T.
1978 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   FIC   HEN    
Summary: When twelve-year-old Hagar is given as a slave to Sarah, she knows nothing of the promise made to Sarah's husband Abraham by the Lord--or how that promise will radically change her life.
Publisher: Guideposts
Subjects:   BIBLE - OLD TESTAMENT\WOMEN
(Added: 6/13/2018)
   
 

Priscilla and Aquila: a novel.

Author: Henderson, Lois T.
1985 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   FIC   HEN    
Summary: A Roman woman and her husband convert to Christianity and become caught up in the turmoil of the early years of the Church.
Publisher: Guideposts
Subjects:   BIBLE - NEW TESTAMENT\WOMEN\MEN
(Added: 6/13/2018)
   
 

Lydia: a novel.

Author: Henderson, Lois T.
1979 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   FIC   HEN    
Summary: Fictional account of the first Christian businesswoman recounts, against the backdrop of first-century Macedonia, her conversion to Christianity through Paul's preaching and her life in a pagan business community of men.
Publisher: Guideposts
Subjects:   BIBLE - NEW TESTAMENT\WOMEN
(Added: 6/13/2018)
   
 

The mysterious epigenome: what lies beyond DNA.

Author: Woodward, Thomas E.
2012 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   213   WOO    
Summary: New discoveries about the cell make it hard to ignore what is coming into focus: the molecular signature of a brilliant Designer.
Publisher: Kregel Publications
Subjects:   SCIENCE\CREATION\APOLOGETICS
(Added: 6/13/2018)