Squanto and the miracle of Thanksgiving.

Author: Metaxas, Eric
1999 / Book / Junior
Location: Children's Library   J   395.4   MET  
Summary: Discover the actual hero of Thanksgiving--neither white nor Indian, but God himself. A young Patuxet brave is sold into slavery in Spain, but years later returns to America and saves a struggling band of Pilgrims from certain death.
Publisher: Tommy Nelson
Subjects:   NATIVE AMERICANS\THANKSGIVING\HISTORY
(Added: 12/11/2015)
   
 

WOW hits 2016.

Author: Word Entertainment,
2015 / CD / Young Adult
Location: Main Library   CD   780   WOR   2016
Summary: 30 of today's top Christian artists and hits, including "Greater," (Mercy Me), "Soul on Fire," (Third Day), "He Knows My Name," (Francesca Battistelli), "Broken Together," (Casting Crowns), "Overwhelmed," (Big Daddy Weave), "Day One," (Matthew West), "How Can It Be," (Lauren Daigle). "Come As You Are," (Crowder), "Impossible," (Building 429), "Who I Am," (Blanca), and others.
Publisher: Capitol Christian Music Group/Provident Label Group
Subjects:   MUSIC
(Added: 11/27/2015)
Note: 2 discs in album.    
 

The way of a pilgrim; and, The pilgrim continues his way.

Author: Anonymous Pilgrim,
1991 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   248.4   ANO    
Summary: Portrays the traditions and interior life of Eastern Orthodox spirituality, using the "Jesus Prayer" as a way to "pray without ceasing."
Publisher: HarperOne/HarperCollins Publishers
Subjects:   PRAYER\SPIRITUAL LIFE\ORTHODOX CHURCH
(Added: 11/27/2015)
Note: First published 1884.    
 

Uprising: a revolution of the soul.

Author: McManus, Erwin Raphael
2003 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   248.4   MCM    
Summary: A thoughtful and restless look at what the church needs to do and be if it is to touch the soul. Be a part of a revolution that changes a life of imitation and mediocrity into one of passion and character--a radical revolt.
Publisher: Thomas Nelson
Subjects:   SPIRITUAL LIFE\CHURCH
(Added: 11/27/2015)
   
 

Chasing sunsets.

Author: Kingsbury, Karen
2015 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   FIC   KIN   AW-2  
Summary: Mary Catherine loves her wealthy parents but pursues meaning in her life through charity work, giving away a part of herself but never giving away her heart. Then she meets LA Dodgers pitcher Marcus Dillinger, and finds herself in a budding romance. Until, that is, she receives devastating news from her doctor.
Publisher: Howard Books/Simon & Schuster
Subjects: Angels Walking series, book 2   ROMANCE\ANGELS
(Added: 11/27/2015)
Note: Includes reading group guide.    
 

Agents of Babylon.

Author: Jeremiah, David
2015 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   236   JER    
Summary: Through dramatization and Bible teaching format, an engaging exploration of the characters and prophecie, dreams, and visions contained in the book of Daniel.
Publisher: Tyndale House Publishers
Subjects:   BIBLE - PROPHETS & PROPHECIES\BIBLE - OLD TESTAMENT\END TIMES
(Added: 11/27/2015)
   
 

God's smuggler.

Author: Andrew, Brother
2015 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   BIO   AND    
Summary: Exciting story of smuggling Bibles to underground churches in communist countries with the help of the Holy Spirit. This ministry continues today and is known as Open Doors International.
Publisher: Chosen/Baker Publishing Group
Subjects:   MISSIONS\ASIA\PERSECUTION
(Added: 11/27/2015)
Note: Includes epilogue "The Further Adventures of God's Smuggler," a recent interview of Brother Andrew by Al Janssen,.    
 

Bad girls of the Bible and what we can learn from them.

Author: Higgs, Liz Curtis
1999 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   220.9   HIG    
Summary: Ten of the Bible's best-known femmes fatales parade across the pages of this book: Eve, Potiphar's wife, Delilah, Lot's wife, Michal, Sapphira, Jezebel, the woman at the well, Rahab, and the sinful woman. A blend of contemporary fiction and biblical commentary, laced with humor, solid research, and heartfelt self-disclosure.
Publisher: Waterbrook Press
Subjects:   WOMEN\BIBLE - STUDY
(Added: 11/27/2015)
Note: Includes discussion questions and a study guide.    
 

The heavenly man: the remarkable true story of Chinese Christian Brother Yun.

Author: Yun, Brother
2002 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   BIO   YUN    
Summary: Inspirational story of a young, radical Christian in the house churches of China, where he preaches the gospel despite horrific persecution.
Publisher: Monarch Books
Subjects:   ASIA\MISSIONS\PRISONS & PRISON MINISTRY\PERSECUTION
(Added: 11/27/2015)
   
 

The man in the mirror: solving the 24 problems men face.

Author: Morley, Patrick M.
1997 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   647   MOR    
Summary: Discusses identity, relationships, money, time, temperament, and integrity for men grappling with the pressure and stress of everyday life.
Publisher: Zondervan Publishing House
Subjects:   MEN\PERSONAL GROWTH\RELATIONSHIPS\DECISION MAKING
(Added: 11/27/2015)
   
 

Moms' night out: what could go wrong?

Author: Kendrick, Alex
2014 / DVD / Young Adult
Location: Main Library   DVD   FIC   KEN  
Summary: Allison and her friends just want a peaceful, grown-up evening of dinner and conversation--a long-needed mom's night out. So their husbands watch the kids for three hours--what could go wrong?
Publisher: Pureflix/TriStar/Affirm/Sony Pictures Home Entertainment
Subjects:   PARENTS\HUMOR\WOMEN
(Added: 11/27/2015)
Notes: Run time: 99 minutes. Rated PG for mild thematic elements. Includes special features. Languages: Audio: French, Portuguese, Spanish, Thai. Subtitles in Chinese, French, Korean, Portuguese, Spanish, Thai    
 

Leadership summit 2006: Dead leader running.

Author: Cordeiro, Wayne
2006 / DVD / Adults
Location: Main Library   DVD   254   COR  
Summary: Cordeiro shares the pain he has experienced from ministry fatigue, and identifies warning signals of burnout and ways to create or rebuild a sustainable life.
Publisher: Willow Creek Association
Subjects: Willow Creek Resources/Servicebuilder   LEADERSHIP\MENTAL HEALTH
(Added: 11/13/2015)
Note: Run time: 63 minutes. Includes option of Spanish or Portuguese subtitles.    
 

Living the Lazarus life: a guidebook for spiritual transformation.

Author: Smith, Stephen W.
2009 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   Studies   243   SMI  
Summary: A workbook designed to help you discover your personal story of spiritual transformation. More than a study guide, this offers practical, engaging, and interactive ways to truly experience growth and change in your life.
Publisher: David C. Cook
Subjects:   SPIRITUAL LIFE
(Added: 11/13/2015)
   
 

The Lazarus life: spiritual transformation for ordinary people.

Author: Smith, Stephen W.
2008 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   Studies   243   SMI  
Summary: Radiantly hopeful book about the promise of resurrection in the places where we are most dead.
Publisher: David C. Cook
Subjects:   SPIRITUAL LIFE
(Added: 11/13/2015)
Note: Library also has workbook.    
 

Weigh down at home: workbook.

Author: Shambling, Gwen
1999 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   Studies   610   SHA  
Summary: A Christian based weight loss program to lead you away from the slavery of food and dieting to a true relationship with God. Workbook questions are designed to help you look into your lifestyle and your heart.
Publisher: Weigh Down Workshop, Inc.
Subjects:   PHYSICAL HEALTH
(Added: 11/13/2015)
Note: Need videos to do workbook.    
 

More perfect illustrations for every topic and occasion.

Author: Preaching Today editors,
2003 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   650   PRE    
Summary: Over 300 illustrations with relevant scripture passages and extensive indexes.
Publisher: Tyndale House Publishers
Subjects:   SERMONS\QUOTATIONS\WRITING
(Added: 11/13/2015)
Note: Includes CD-ROM that is searchable by topic, scripture, or keyword.    
 

Claim the name student book.

Author: Zinkiewicz, Crystal A.
2003 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   287   ZIN    
Summary: Basic instruction with study questions on the teachings and principles of the United Methodist Church. Intended for use with youth confirmation classes.
Publisher: Cokesbury
Subjects:   YOUTH\UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
(Added: 11/13/2015)
   
 

Adventuring through Psalms, Proverbs, and Ecclesiastes.

Author: Stedman, Ray C.
1997 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   Studies   221   STE  
Summary: A brief study guide to the comfort, challenge, and encouragement in the wisdom books of the Old Testament.
Publisher: Discovery House Publishers/RBC Ministries
Subjects: Adventuring Through the Bible series   BIBLE - OLD TESTAMENT\BIBLE - STUDY
(Added: 11/13/2015)
   
 

Fearless: sharing an authentic witness.

Author: Fay, Bill
1999 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   Studies   269   FAY  
Summary: A study that will help you understand and overcome your fears in witnessing. Be prepared to become a relevant, authentic, and consistent witness for Christ!
Publisher: LifeWay Christian Resources
Subjects:   EVANGELISM
(Added: 11/13/2015)
Note: For group or individual study.    
 

Doing evangelism Jesus' way: how Christians demonstrate the Good News.

Author: Sider, Ronald J.
2003 / Book / Adults
Location: Main Library   269   SID    
Summary: A challenge to make evangelism our way of life, as Jesus did.
Publisher: Evangel Publishing House
Subjects:   EVANGELISM
(Added: 11/13/2015)