Hidden places.

Author: Austin, Lynn
2001 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   FIC   AUS    
Summary: Widowed with three young children during the Great Depression, Eliza faces mounting debts as she tries to run the orchard business alone.
Publisher: Bethany House Publishers
Subjects:   HISTORICAL FICTION\ROMANCE
(Added: 7/15/2017)
   
 

Beaded hope.

Author: Liggett, Cathy
2010 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   FIC   LIG    
Summary: When four women embark on a mission trip to South Africa, they all have selfish reasons for going . What none of them expects is how profoundly their lives will be transformed by those they meet.
Publisher: Tyndale House Publishers
Subjects:   MISSIONS\AFRICA
(Added: 7/15/2017)
   
 

The invisible war.

Author: Ingram, Chip
2015 / DVD / Adults
Location: Main Library   Studies   235   ING  
Summary: What every believer needs to know about Satan, demons, and spiritual warfare.
Publisher: Living On the Edge
Subjects: Living On The Edge series   SPIRITUAL WARFARE\DVD STUDIES\SATAN
(Added: 7/9/2017)
Note: 3 discs in album. 8 class sessions.    
 

Fire.

Author: Bright, Bill
2005 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   FIC   BRI   GA-2  
Summary: Inspired by actual revival events, explores the personal and spiritual upheaval that occurs when the Holy Spirit stirs the water of our souls. Set in Havenhill, Connecticut during the years when Jonathan Edwards and George Whitefield were preaching.
Publisher: Howard Publishing
Subjects: The Great Awakenings 1740-1741, book 2 in series   CHURCH HISTORY\REVIVALS
(Added: 7/9/2017)
   
 

Spiritual disciplines companion.

Author: Johnson, Jan
2009 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   Studies   248.4   JOH  
Summary: 48 brief Bible studies and practices to transform your soul. Explore 16 core practices in a unique mix of inductive Bible study, guided meditation, and transformational exercises spanning all styles of learning.
Publisher: IVP Books/Intervarsity Press
Subjects:   SPIRITUAL DISCIPLINES
(Added: 7/9/2017)
Note: May be used for individual or group study.    
 

Peter and Cornelius.

Author: Superbook,
2017 / DVD / Junior
Location: Children's Library   J   DVD   225   SUP
Summary: Superbook takes the children back to first-century Israel. They meet the Apostle Peter and the Roman army officer Cornelius, two men who had visions from God. The children find out that God doesn't have favorites--salvation is for all.
Publisher: The Christian Broadcasting Network
Subjects: Superbook, episode 39   BIBLE - NEW TESTAMENT
(Added: 7/9/2017)
Note: Run time: 28 minutes. Includes bonus features and family discussion guide.    
 

Choosing a new church or house of worship.

Author: Pew Research Center,
2016 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   254   PEW    
Summary: Quality of sermons, welcoming leaders, and the style of worship services tend to be the key factors in why Americans overall choose the congregations they do.
Publisher: Pew Research
Subjects:   SPIRITUAL LIFE\CHURCH\LEADERSHIP
(Added: 7/9/2017)
   
 

Seeker study 2015.

Author: Barna Group,
2016 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   254   BAR    
Summary: According to this new survey of spiritual "seekers" aged 18-24, spiritual growth and genuine community are the top motivators for attending church.
Publisher: United Methodist Communications
Subjects:   CHURCH RENEWAL\SPIRITUAL LIFE
(Added: 7/9/2017)
Note: 3-ring binder includes study report and press release info.    
 

Superbook explorer, volume 9.

Author: Superbook,
2017 / DVD / Junior
Location: Children's Library   J   DVD   220   SUP
Summary: Two Bible stories, "Elijah and the Prophets of Baal," and "John the Baptist," plus Bible background information, "Signposts" revealing how these stories point to Jesus as the Messiah, music videos, and a drawing lesson (Rahab).
Publisher: Christian Broadcasting Network
Subjects: Superbook Explorer series, volume 9.   BIBLE - OLD TESTAMENT\BIBLE - NEW TESTAMENT\SPANISH LANGUAGE\MUSIC
(Added: 7/8/2017)
Notes: Combined run times: 59 minutes. See inside album for segment times. Includes English and Spanish audio and subtitles.    
 

Superbook explorer, volume 8.

Author: Superbook,
2017 / DVD / Junior
Location: Children's Library   J   DVD   221   SUP
Summary: Two Bible stories, "Esther--For Such a Time as This," and "The Fiery Furnace," plus Bible background information exploring the archeology and history of the stories, "Signposts" revealing how these stories point to Jesus as the Messiah, music videos, and a drawing lesson (Esther).
Publisher: Christian Broadcasting Network
Subjects: Superbook Explorer series, volume 8.   BIBLE - OLD TESTAMENT\SPANISH LANGUAGE\MUSIC
(Added: 7/8/2017)
Notes: Combined run times: 67 minutes. See inside album for segment times. Includes Spanish and English audio and closed captions.    
 

Praying grace: training for personal ministry.

Author: Teykl, Terry
2002 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   Studies   242.8   TEY  
Summary: In-depth training in praying for salvation, healing, fullness, and freedom. Explains how praying for the felt needs of the lost reaps huge kingdom benefits.
Publisher: Prayer Point Press
Subjects: Teach Us To Pray Series   PRAYER\MINISTRY
(Added: 6/11/2017)
   
 

My identity in Christ.

Author: Wilkes, C. Gene
1999 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   Studies   248   WIL  
Summary: Workbook for six-week study on our identity in the spiritual realm--in Christ Jesus, whether as a new Christian or a mature disciple, and how this affects every part of our lives.
Publisher: LifeWay Press
Subjects:   CHRISTIAN LIFE
(Added: 6/11/2017)
   
 

The works of John Wesley: the bicentenniel edition. (CD-ROM)

Author: Wesley, John
2005 / CD-ROM / Adults
Location: Main Library   REF   230   WES  
Summary: The definitive collection of Wesley's works. Includes full-text index along with the most up-to-date commentary available. Also shares hymns, mostly by Charles Wesley, selected by John Wesley for "A Collection of Hymns for a People Called Methodist."
Publisher: Abingdon Press
Subjects:   WESLEY, JOHN\CHURCH HISTORY\SERMONS\HYMNS
(Added: 6/11/2017)
Notes: Includes booklet with instructions for searching disc.    
 

Mulberry Park.

Author: Duarte, Judy
2008 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   FIC   DUA    
Summary: A woman shattered by grief responds to a little girl's urgent note to God.
Publisher: Kensington Books
Subjects:   GRIEF\FORGIVENESS
(Added: 6/11/2017)
Note: Includes Reading Group guide.    
 

You lost me: discussion guide for pastors and faith leaders.

Author: Kinnaman, David
/ Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   Studies   254   KIN  
Summary: Follows the book "You Lost Me" chapter by chapter. Ideal for leadership teams and small groups.
Publisher: Printout
Subjects:   YOUTH\CHURCH RENEWAL
(Added: 6/11/2017)
   
 

First steps for the new Christian: starting and finishing the race with style.

Author: Rasnake, Eddie
2002 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   Studies   269   RAS  
Summary: Workbook for 12-lesson study encouraging new believers in their faith. Presents the essential components of a faithful Christian life.
Publisher: AMG Publishers
Subjects: Following God Discipleship Series   CHRISTIAN LIFE
(Added: 6/11/2017)
   
 

The family God uses: becoming a home of influence.

Author: Blackaby, Tom
2009 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   Studies   641   BLA  
Summary: Seven-session study shows parents how to get and keep their family God-centered as they teach children their role in God's Kingdom. Guides families looking to pray, grow, and serve together.
Publisher: LifeWay Press
Subjects:   FAMILY LIFE
(Added: 6/11/2017)
   
 

Making room to pray: how to start and maintain a prayer room in your church.

Author: Teykl, Terry
1993 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   Studies   242.8   TEY  
Summary: If your church earnestly seeks after God, people will seek out your church. Where the Holy Spirit is invited to dwell, he will entice the lost and hurting to come.
Publisher: Prayer Point Press
Subjects:   PRAYER\MINISTRY
(Added: 6/11/2017)
   
 

The Twits.

Author: Dahl, Roald
2007 / Book / Junior
Location: Main Library   J   FIC   DAH  
Summary: Mr. and Mrs. Twit are really disgusting. They never wash, they fight, play tricks on each other, and they hate children. They also keep monkeys in their back garden. . . monkeys who want revenge.
Publisher: Puffin Books
Subjects:   HUMOR
(Added: 5/20/2017)
Note: Illustrated by Quentin Blake.    
 

Winnie-the-Pooh and some bees.

Author: Milne, A. A.
1995 / Book / Junior
Location: Children's Library   J   FIC   MIL  
Summary: Pooh wants honey, and he knows how to get it -- with a balloon, of course!
Publisher: Dutton Children's Books
Subjects:   HUMOR
(Added: 5/20/2017)
Note: Illustrated by Ernest H. Shepard.