Strong, Loving and Wise

Strong, Loving and Wise

Author: Robert W. Hovda

Publisher: Liturgical Press

Published: 1981-09

Total Pages: 100

ISBN-13: 9780814612538

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A manual of ideas and experiences emphasizing the fact that a good presider must be aware of what will happen at every planned moment of a liturgical celebration.


Be Strong, Be Wise

Be Strong, Be Wise

Author: Amy R Carpenter

Publisher: Morgan James Publishing

Published: 2020-10-06

Total Pages: 104

ISBN-13: 1631950886

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In Be Strong, Be Wise, psychotherapist and youth advocate Amy Carpenter provides all the information teens and young adults need to feel safe and confident in their relationships and in the world.


Peaceful at Heart

Peaceful at Heart

Author: Don Neufeld

Publisher: Wipf and Stock Publishers

Published: 2019-05-31

Total Pages: 261

ISBN-13: 1532644779

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While there are plenty of books by men, for men, on the topic of “Christian masculinity,” these books generally fail to address men’s propensities for violence and the traditional inequity between men and women, often endorsing inequity and sanctioning aggressive behavior as an appropriate “manly” response to conflict. Peaceful at Heart cuts through this conversation by offering a uniquely Anabaptist Christian perspective on masculinity. The vision of masculinity presented in this book is more peaceful, just, caring, life-giving for men, and more sensitive to women and children than both traditional images of masculinity and the hypermasculine images promoted by contemporary popular culture and wider evangelical Christianity. Peaceful at Heart addresses men and masculinity using Anabaptist theological themes of discipleship, community, and peace. As a collaborative project by men, for men, this book demonstrates through personal narratives, theological reflection, and practical guidance the importance of collective discernment, accountability, and mutual encouragement regarding how to live as a peaceful man in a violent world.


The Best Yes

The Best Yes

Author: Lysa TerKeurst

Publisher: Thomas Nelson

Published: 2014-08-19

Total Pages: 273

ISBN-13: 1400205867

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Are you tired of living with the stress of an overwhelmed schedule and aching with the sadness of an underwhelmed soul? Do you find yourself unable to say no even when you should? Are you stuck under the weight of endless demands and responsibilities? The good news is: it doesn't have to be this way. In The Best Yes, New York Times bestselling author Lysa TerKeurst guides you through the insightful lessons she's learned about what it means to live out the purpose that God has in store for you. Lysa demonstrates the incredible power of two words--yes and no--and the way that these simple, daily decisions can shape the story of our lives. Lysa has learned firsthand that there's a big difference between saying yes to everyone and saying yes to God. Drawing from applicable scriptures and her own personal experiences, Lysa teaches us that if we know and believe that God has a plan for each of us, we'll live it out--serving as living proof of His never-ending grace and kindness. Throughout The Best Yes, Lysa will give you the practical tools you need to: Stop people-pleasing by embracing a biblical understanding of love Escape the guilt of disappointing others by learning the secret of the small no Overcome the agony of hard choices by grounding your decisions in wisdom Grow closer to God as you sharpen your own discernment Learn to be intentional with your time, your choices, and yourself Incorporate the Best Yes as a filter for your daily decision making If we take time to slow down and rise above the rush of the world's endless demands, we can rest assured that God's wisdom will help us make decisions that will still be good tomorrow. No matter what season of life you find yourself in, you deserve the chance to make decisions that bring out the best you.


Not That Kind of Love

Not That Kind of Love

Author: Clare Wise

Publisher: Hachette UK

Published: 2018-02-15

Total Pages: 115

ISBN-13: 1786488973

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'A remarkable account of illness, loss and the power of sibling love' The Times 'Wise's reflections on compassion fatigue are worth the price of this book alone, but what you take away is something splendid and unwearying: a sibling's devotion that feels remarkably like what we mean when we talk of a stage of grace.' Telegraph 'Inspirational... profoundly uplifting' Daily Mail 'Heartbreaking and inspiring in equal measure' Express 'This is a fantastic book ... Remarkable' Lorraine Kelly _______ A moving, thought-provoking and surprisingly humorous book which is both a description of a journey to death and a celebration of the act of living. Based on Clare Wise's blog, which she started when she was first diagnosed with cancer in 2013, Not That Kind of Love charts the highs and lows of the last three years of Clare's life. The end result is not a book that fills you with despair and anguish. On the contrary, Not That Kind of Love should be read by everybody for its candour, and for its warmth and spirit. Clare is an astonishingly dynamic, witty and fun personality, and her positivity and energy exude from every page. As she becomes too weak to type, her brother - the actor Greg Wise - takes over, and the book morphs into a beautiful meditation on life, and the necessity of talking about death. As Greg Wise writes in the book: 'Celebrate the small things, the small moments. If you find yourself with matching socks as you leave the house in the morning, that is a cause for celebration. If the rest of the day is spent finding the cure for cancer, or brokering world peace, then that's a bonus.'


The Impossible Kid

The Impossible Kid

Author: Lucille Williams

Publisher: Barbour Publishing

Published: 2021-09-01

Total Pages: 192

ISBN-13: 1636092195

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When a mother’s journey begins, one is venturing into the unknown. It’s hard to imagine what this tiny little baby will be as an adult. My journey was difficult, heart-wrenching, and laborious and yet joyful, worth every tear and strife. My child seemed impossible to me, but God chose me to be the mother of this impossible child. And what we deem impossible, God makes possible (Luke 18:27). From the introduction In The Impossible Kid, relationship coach and pastor’s wife Lucille Williams writes an exceptionally honest and funny account of parenting a strong-willed child. Through 11 entertaining chapters, this book provides practical tools for parents to sow seeds of encouragement in their kids as they aspire to raise adults who reflect the nature and character of God. Endorsed by Dr. Gary Smalley, The Impossible Kid is an encouraging and informative read, covering topics including family dysfunctions, feeling like an inadequate parent, creative and effective discipline, parenting with integrity, the dreaded sex talk, learning to laugh together, and keeping God as the focal point in the home.


How Not to Say Mass, Third Edition

How Not to Say Mass, Third Edition

Author: Dennis Chester Smolarski

Publisher: Paulist Press

Published: 2015

Total Pages: 140

ISBN-13: 1587685426

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Revised in accord with the 2002 General Instruction of the Roman Missal and the new translation of the liturgy, this book encourages the authentic celebration of the renewed Eucharistic liturgy.


Serving the Assembly's Worship

Serving the Assembly's Worship

Author: Christian Scharen

Publisher: Augsburg Fortress

Published: 2013-09-20

Total Pages: 63

ISBN-13: 1451479255

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A brief history of assisting ministers in Christian worship, what makes a good assisting minister, and a step-by-step walk through the role. Considers this leadership role not just as a task, but as a ministry to the whole assembly. Filled with tips and encouragement for the assisting minister.


Bringing Comfort

Bringing Comfort

Author: Maryann P. Hobbie

Publisher: WestBow Press

Published: 2021-06-08

Total Pages: 96

ISBN-13: 1664234659

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“God, I’m not ready to go home yet ... but if You want me to, I will.” Maryann P. Hobbie said those words after she found herself in an intensive care unit, unable to move. A voice answered, “I am not finished with you yet. I have work for you to do.” In this book, she traces her journey after becoming paralyzed from the neck down. Having always been an athletic risk taker, she suddenly found herself depending on others, confused, and lost. But through faith and raw determination, Hobbie found her way out of the darkness. Her story emphasizes that God has placed us together—and we can lean on each other, support each other, and lift each other up when we have fallen. Whether you’re battling a physical injury or supporting someone facing such an obstacle, this account provides a detailed look of how one woman found the courage to become whole again.