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All Creation Sings: The Voice of God in Nature2012: All Creation Sings: The Voice of God in Nature

by J. Ellsworth Kalas
All Creation Sings wants us to go further than the “green” movement and being simply conscious of the wonder of our creation and the necessity of caring for it passionately. The book calls us to not only see and be grateful for these wonders but to be responsible for them, to go beyond its exquisite beauty to learn some of the lessons it would teach us, lessons about both life and God. A discussion guide is included.
e-reader version available
Purchase information: $14.00
 

 

Book Cover: Korean Resource2012: 네 마음껏 살아라:
생의 끝자락에 선 아버지가 아들에게

티찌아노 테르짜니 지음 / 이광일 옮김
시사 주간지 「슈피겔」의 특파원으로 싱가포르, 홍콩, 베이징, 도쿄, 방콕, 뉴델리에 주재하면서 베트남 전쟁, 캄보디아 내전, 문화 혁명 이후의 중국 등 아시아의 격동적인 현장을 누볐던 이탈리아 저널리스트 티찌아노 테르짜니가 죽음을 목전에 두고 사랑하는 아들과 나눈 대화, 편지글 등을 엮은 책.
Purchase information: $24.00
 

 

The Beatitudes: From Slavery to Civil Rights2012: The Beatitudes: From Slavery to Civil Rights

FOR CHILDREN
by Carole Boston Weatherford

In this book the Beatitudes form the backdrop for a powerful free-verse poem that traces the African-American journey from slavery to civil rights.
Purchase information: $17.00
 

 

En Busca de Paz2012: En Busca de Paz

ESPAÑOL
por Charles Stanley

En este libro, el Dr. Charles Stanley nos enseña a conseguir una tranquilidad transformadora en nuestras vidas. El autor nos ofrece herramientas para resolver los fracasos y pesares del pasado, enfrentar las inquietudes del presente y acallar las aprehensiones e incertidumbres del futuro.
Purchase information: $11.99
 

 

Hidden in the Rubble: A Haitian Pilgrimage to Compassion and Resurrection2012: Hidden in the Rubble: A Haitian Pilgrimage to Compassion and Resurrection

by Gerard Thomas Straub
Prior to the January 12, 2010, earthquake Gerard Straub had captured the dreadful conditions in Haiti for a film he was making. Immediately afterward he went back with doctors who rushed in to treat victims. This book describes life before and after the earthquake and with reflections from people engaged in helping the Haitians through their darkest days.
Purchase information: $18.00
 

 

Laugh Your Way to Grace: Reclaiming the Spiritual Power of Humor2012: Laugh Your Way to Grace: Reclaiming the Spiritual Power of Humor

by Susan Sparks
Laughter is the gift that you received at birth, one thing you were able to do freely as a child. It’s a gift that may fade but never fully disappears. Laugh Your Way to Grace is intended to give you permission to reconnect with your own sense of joy and hope.
This is a large print book; e-reader version available.
Purchase information: $16.99
 

 

Ostriches2012: Ostriches, Dung Beetles and Other Spiritual Masters: A Book of Wisdom From the Wild

by Janice McLaughlin
Ostriches, Dung Beetles and Other Spiritual Masters tells us about the wildlife of Africa and teaches us about ourselves and what we’re capable of, how from the elephant we can learn the meaning of community, or from the hippopotamus humility and self-acceptance.
Purchase information: $18.00
 

 

Seasons of Salt: Meditations2012: Seasons of Salt: Meditations

by Millie Horlacher
Normal events in our everyday lives can have significant spiritual meaning and can also offer valuable lessons—if we only take the time to listen. Seasons of Salt weaves faith and daily living and shows how everyday activities, including childhood games, kitchen challenges and family and church events present perfect opportunities for expressions of faith.
This is a large print book.
Purchase information: $19.95
 

 

Wasabi Gospel: The Startling Message of Jesus2012: Wasabi Gospel: The Startling Message of Jesus

by Shawn Wood
Wasabi Gospel takes you on a quest to really examine the words of Jesus and their impact on our lives. Using seven well-known gospel passages, the book unpacks their real significance and explores what life would really look like if we lived out those seemingly subtle commands of Christ.
e-reader version available
Purchase information: $14.00
 

 

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