Reconciliation.

Author: Clean Freak Productions,
2010 / DVD / Young Adult
Location: Main Library   DVD   FIC   CLE  
Summary: Provocative story about an estranged father and son struggling to overcome the consequences of past words and deeds. Will inspire you to love more deeply, seek forgiveness from people you have hurt, and forgive those who have hurt you.
Publisher: Bridgestone Multimedia Group
Subjects:   FORGIVENESS\RELATIONSHIPS\FAMILY LIFE
(Added: 2/26/2016)
Notes: Run time: 101 minutes. Free discussion guide available online.    
 

Reports and projections for First United Methodist Church of Spring Hill, Florida.

Author: MissionInsite,
2014 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   REF   254   MIS  
Summary: A treasure trove of demographic information for church leaders and planners. Binder includes a number of reports from different years. QuickInsite 2014, Quadrennium Report 2014, QuickInsite 2013, FullInsite 2010, QuickInsite 2010, ExecutiveInsite 2011, Impressions 2011, and FullInsite 2009.
Publisher: MissionInsite
Subjects:   CHURCH ADMINISTRATION\MINISTRY
(Added: 2/26/2016)
   
 

The God catchers: experiencing the manifest presence of God.

Author: Tenney, Tommy
2000 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   240   TEN    
Summary: Don't let the arrogance of spiritual adolescence rob you of your childlike passion for His presence. When the hungry heart of a God-chaser cries out for Him alone, those desperate cries capture His heart.
Publisher: Thomas Nelson Publishers
Subjects:   SPIRITUAL LIFE
(Added: 2/26/2016)
   
 

That we may perfectly love thee: preparing our hearts for Holy Communion.

Author: Benson, Robert
2011 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   265   BEN    
Summary: How our call to worship God and to participate in Holy Communion resonates within us and shapes who we are and how we relate to the Divine.
Publisher: Upper Room Books
Subjects:   SACRAMENTS\SPIRITUAL LIFE
(Added: 2/26/2016)
Note: May be used for a 7-week group study.    
 

Loving the world with God: fourth day living.

Author: Bruff, Rebecca Dwight
2014 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   269   BRU    
Summary: After your Walk to Emmaus or other spiritual retreat experience--what's next? This book will encourage and provoke you to continue your walk as a servant-hearted disciple of Christ.
Publisher: Upper Room Books
Subjects:   CHRISTIAN LIFE\WALK TO EMMAUS
(Added: 2/26/2016)
   
 

The method of our mission: United Methodist polity and organization.

Author: Warner, Laceye C.
2014 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   287   WAR    
Summary: Shows how organization and administration are part of a theological endeavor. Describes the deep connections between United meethodist polity, doctrine, and mission. Links our Methodist history and mission with our current practice.
Publisher: Abingdon Press
Subjects:   UNITED METHODIST CHURCH\LEADERSHIP\CHURCH ADMINISTRATION
(Added: 2/26/2016)
   
 

Believe storybook: think, act, be like Jesus.

Author: Frazee, Randy
2015 / Book / Junior
Location: Children's Library   J   248   FRA  
Summary: Sixty Old and New Testament stories highlight important biblical truths and answer big questions about God. Kids will learn what it means to become more like their Lord and Savior in every way.
Publisher: Zonderkidz
Subjects:   BIBLE - STORIES\JESUS CHRIST\CHRISTIAN LIFE\CONDUCT
(Added: 2/20/2016)
Note: Illustrated by Steve Adams.    
 

The Corrie ten Boom story.

Author: Torchlighters,
/ DVD / Junior
Location: Children's Library   J   DVD   BIO   TEN
Summary: Corrie ten Boom's family protected Jewish citizens from the cruelty of the Nazi regime, but were arrested themselves. An amazing true story of courage, sacrifice, and forgiveness.
Publisher: Christian History Institute
Subjects: Torchlighters Heroes of the Faith series   PERSECUTION\JUDAISM\WAR
(Added: 2/20/2016)
Notes: Run time: 30 minutes, plus 55 minute documentary. Includes Leader's Guide.    
 

The Perpetua story.

Author: Torchlighters,
/ DVD / Junior
Location: Children's Library   J   DVD   BIO   PER
Summary: Perpetua was a young mother who became a Christian and was martyred because she refused to honor the Roman gods.
Publisher: Christian History Institute
Subjects: Torchlighters Heroes of the Faith series   MARTYRS\CHURCH HISTORY\WOMEN
(Added: 2/20/2016)
Notes: Run time: 37 minutes, plus 61 minute documentary. For ages 8-12. Includes Leader's Guide with lesson plans.    
 

Peter's perfect prayer place.

Author: Kendrick, Stephen
2015 / Book / Junior
Location: Children's Library   J   242.8   KEN  
Summary: Peter searches high and low for the perfect place to pray and makes a big discovery--God is always listening, no matter where you are.
Publisher: B & H Publishing Group
Subjects:   PRAYER\SPIRITUAL LIFE
(Added: 2/20/2016)
Notes: Illustrated by Daniel Fernandez. Inspired by the feature film "War Room."    
 

Save the planets.

Author: 3-2-1 Penguins!,
2008 / DVD / Junior
Location: Children's Library   J   DVD   FIC   PEN
Summary: Includes three adventures: "The Green-Eyes Monster," (jealousy) "More is More," (moderation) and "Give and Let Give," (sharing).
Publisher: Big Idea
Subjects: 3-2-1 Penguins   CHRISTIAN LIFE\CONDUCT
(Added: 2/20/2016)
Notes: Run time: 66 minutes. Includes bonus features.    
 

The law of rewards: giving what you can't keep to gain what you can't lose.

Author: Alcorn, Randy
2003 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   641   ALC    
Summary: A fascinating look at God's motivational system--why he wired us for rewards, what kind he offers, and when and how we can claim them.
Publisher: Tyndale Momentum
Subjects:   FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
(Added: 2/20/2016)
Note: Portions of this work were originally published in "Money, Possessions, and Eternity," copyright 1989.    
 

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Location: Main Library        

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(Added: 2/20/2016)
   
 

MacLarry and the stinky cheese battle.

Author: VeggieTales,
2013 / DVD / Junior
Location: Children's Library   J   DVD   FIC   VEG
Summary: A lesson in getting along with others.
Publisher: Big Idea Productions
Subjects: Veggie Tales series   CONDUCT\CHRISTIAN LIFE\PERSONAL GROWTH
(Added: 2/20/2016)
Note: Run time: 45 minutes. Includes bonus features.    
 

The blessings jar: a story about being thankful.

Author: Coble, Colleen
2013 / Book / Preschool
Location: Children's Library   J   150   COB  
Summary: Punky Grace is having a really grumpy morning. Then Grammy suggests they have an adventure and fill a Blessings Jar. God's blessings are enough to outweigh any bad day.
Publisher: Tommy Nelson
Subjects:   GRANDPARENTS\THANKSGIVING
(Added: 2/13/2016)
   
 

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Location: Children's Library        

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(Added: 2/13/2016)
   
 

Vital congregations planning guide 2012.

Author: Leadership Ministries,
2012 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   REF   254   LEA  
Summary: A strategic plan for United Methodist congregations to fulfill the mission of The United Methodist Church.
Publisher: General Board of Discipleship, The United Methodist Church
Subjects:   UNITED METHODIST CHURCH\LEADERSHIP\MINISTRY
(Added: 2/13/2016)
Note: Includes 3 CD-ROMS--Power Point presentations etc.    
 

Meet the Methodists: an introduction to the United Methodist Church.

Author: Allen, Charles L.
1998 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   287   ALL    
Summary: The history and beliefs of the United Methodist Church, started by John Wesley in the 1700s. Shows how these beliefs affect the way we understand world mission, social action, education, and stewardship as well as church publishing.
Publisher: Abingdon Press
Subjects:   UNITED METHODIST CHURCH\CHURCH HISTORY
(Added: 2/13/2016)
Note: Includes 8-week Study Guide by John O. Gooch.    
 

The Rapture: who will face the Tribulation?

Author: LaHaye, Tim
2002 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   236   LAH    
Summary: Best-selling author of the Left Behind series examines the scriptural proof for the pre-tribulation rapture of the Church.
Publisher: Harvest House Publishers
Subjects:   BIBLE - PROPHETS & PROPHECIES\END TIMES\THEOLOGY
(Added: 2/13/2016)
Note: Previously published with title" Rapture Under Attack" and also with title "No Fear of the Storm" by Multnomah Publishers.    
 

Woodlawn: the true story.

Author: Provident Films,
2015 / DVD / Young Adult
Location: Main Library   DVD   790   PRO  
Summary: In 1973, a spiritual awakening captured the heart of nearly every player on the Woodlawn High School (Alabama) football team.
Publisher: Pure Flix
Subjects:   SPORTS\REVIVALS
(Added: 2/13/2016)
Notes: Run time: 123 minutes. Rated PG for thematic elements of racial tension. Includes bonus features.