The Shepherd, the Angel, and Walter the Christmas Miracle Dog
The Shepherd, the Angel, and Walter the Christmas Miracle Dog

Author: Dave Barry

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2008-11-04

Total Pages: 87

ISBN-13: 1101650575

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One of the warmest, funniest, and most delightful Christmas stories ever—from Pulitzer Prize-winning author Dave Barry. With fond nostalgia, Dave Barry takes readers back to a simpler time: The year is 1960, and young Doug Barnes is playing a shepherd in the Christmas pageant at St. John’s Episcopal Church—which is a very big deal. But there are problems everywhere. His fellow shepherds are misbehaving, which makes their director, Mrs. Elkins, yell at all of them; the girl he likes is playing Mary opposite a Joseph who is depressingly smart, athletic, and cute; the family dog is doing very poorly, and they have no idea what they’re going to tell Doug’s little sister, Becky, who’s playing one of the Host of Angels and who loves the dog more than anything; and his dad’s just gotten a flat tire, which means they might not even get to the pageant after all. But Christmas is a time of miracles. And for Doug and his family, this will be the most miraculous Christmas of all.

Prey for a Miracle
Prey for a Miracle

Author: Aimée Thurlo

Publisher: Macmillan + ORM

Published: 2007-04-01

Total Pages: 276

ISBN-13: 1429909609

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Sister Agatha is an extern nun in the cloistered order at the Our Lady of Hope Monastery near a small New Mexican desert town. As such, Sister Agatha is the link between her cloistered sisters and the outside world. Usually this means running errands in the monastery's slowly dying car (dubbed the Anti-Chrystler) or their motorcycle, with Pax, the order's German Shepard, in the side car. But sometimes it means something a bit more -- like now when the diocese is upset by reports of a young girl whose parents claim is receiving visitations from the Virgin Mary and providing insight into future events. Wanting neither to ignore a real miracle, nor give credence to what might be merely an attempt to defraud the faithful, they ask Sister Agatha to investigate. But her inquires are soon complicated when the girl herself disappears, apparently having been kidnapped, and Sister Agatha will need more than faith to bring her home.

The Angel Doll
The Angel Doll

Author: Jerry Bledsoe

Publisher: Macmillan

Published: 1999-11-15

Total Pages: 116

ISBN-13: 9780312971892

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In North Carolina, a girl dying from polio dreams of an angel doll for Christmas. So her brother and his friend decide to buy one for her, only to discover no such doll exists in shops. But where there is a will, there is a way.

A Journey for Rebecca
A Journey for Rebecca

Author: Vicki McBee Irwin

Publisher: WestBow Press

Published: 2022-03-29

Total Pages: 209

ISBN-13: 1664258000

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This book is about a young woman who is faced with many challenges, but her faith in God carries her through. The heartache and trails she faces leads her to a life she never thought possible. Through her own struggles she is able to help those around her. This book is about a young woman who is faced with many challenges, but her faith in God carries her through. The heartache and trails she faces leads her to a life she never thought possible. Through her own struggles she is able to help those around her.

The Miracle of the Red Egg
The Miracle of the Red Egg

Author: Elizabeth Crispina Johnson

Publisher: Blackbirch Press, Incorporated

Published: 2013

Total Pages:

ISBN-13: 9781936270590

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At Pascha, Orthodox Christians all over the world dye and bless red eggs. Here is the story of how this tradition started--way back in apostolic times, with St. Mary Magdalene and a blessed miracle that dazzled the unbelieving Roman emperor with the reality and power of Christ's Resurrection.A picture book for children preschool age and up.

The Last Angel
The Last Angel

Author: Natasha Rhodes

Publisher: Solaris

Published: 2008-07-29

Total Pages: 308

ISBN-13: 1849977321

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An angel is found murdered on the streets of Sunset Boulevard. To the media gossip mongers, it?s the biggest story ever. To the Hunters, an underground monster-fighting hit-squad, it?s just another case of whodunnit. To Kayla Steele, their youngest and newest member, it means a last, desperate chance to bring her murdered fianc‚ back from the dead, and to others with a far darker purpose it is the means to destroy the human race. If the Hunters are to stop the onset of Armageddon they must join forces with their most hated enemies, the werewolves... From the author of Dante?s Girl, The Last Angel is a dark, sexy, adventure-filled novel that explores the supernatural underbelly of life in contemporary L.A.

Santa Miracles
Santa Miracles

Author: Brad Steiger

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2009-09-18

Total Pages: 147

ISBN-13: 1440513538

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Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus! In this heartfelt collection of real-life Santa stories, Christmas lovers will learn that the jolly old elf is alive and well and still performing miracles that reflect the spirit of the season this and every Christmas. Inside you will meet such inspiring Santa Clauses as: Raleigh, the mailman, who every Christmas, donned a Santa suit to distribute gifts of toys and food to the poor families in "shanty town," because they were too proud to accept charity from someone they knew Bill, the juvenile delinquent sentenced by the judge to play Santa and distribute gifts to the children at a local orphanage—who in the process discovered the true spirit of Christmas Robert, who kept an old man from being mugged one cold December night, only to recognize him later over coffee as the local department store Santa who had brightened his childhood Christmases Not even Scrooge himself could resist these touching yuletide stories of cheer, hope, and love. If you love Christmas, you'll love this book!

Analyzing Christmas in Film
Analyzing Christmas in Film

Author: Lauren Rosewarne

Publisher: Lexington Books

Published: 2017-12-06

Total Pages: 559

ISBN-13: 1498541828

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Film plays a vital role in the celebration of Christmas. For decades, it has taught audiences about what the celebration of the season looks like – from the decorations to the costumes and to the expected snowy weather – as well as mirrors our own festivities back to us. Films like It’s a Wonderful Life and Home Alone have come to play key roles in real-life domestic celebrations: watching such titles has become, for many families, every bit as important as tree-trimming and leaving cookies out for Santa. These films have exported the American take on the holiday far and wide and helped us conjure an image of the perfect holiday. Rather than settling the ‘what is a Christmas film?’ debate – indeed, Die Hard and Lethal Weapon are discussed within – Analyzing Christmas in Film: Santa to the Supernatural focuses on the how Christmas is presented on the deluge of occasions when it appears. While most Christmas films are secular, religion makes many cameos, appearing through Nativity references, storylines involving spiritual rebirth, the framing of Santa as a Christ-like figure and the all-importance of family, be it the Holy family or just those gathered around the dining table. Also explored are popular narratives involving battles with stress and melancholy, single parents and Christmas martyrs, visits from ghosts and angels, big cities and small towns, break-ups and make-ups and the ticking clock of mortality. Nearly 1000 films are analyzed in this volume to determine what the portrayal of Christmas reveals about culture, society and faith as well as sex roles, consumerism, aesthetics and aspiration.

Chicken Soup for the Soul: A Book of Christmas Miracles
Chicken Soup for the Soul: A Book of Christmas Miracles

Author: Amy Newmark

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2017-10-17

Total Pages: 416

ISBN-13: 1611592720

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Christmas and Miracles! Two of our favorite things. There’s no better way to celebrate the season! Anyone who loves the holidays will enjoy these magical stories of joy and wonder. We’ve chosen our favorite holiday miracle stories from our past books. You’ll love these heartwarming and awe-inspiring tales of answered prayers, divine intervention, holiday angels, joyous giving, family forgiveness, and the wonders of gratitude. These true, personal stories will deepen your faith and show you the blessings in your life. They’ll leave you smiling and inspired, ready to share your renewed Christmas spirit. And we didn’t forget that miracles happen during the rest of the season, too, with stories about Thanksgiving, Hanukkah and New Year’s. There’s something for everyone in these joy-filled pages, and you’ll be supporting Toys for Tots as well, creating miracles for children all over the U.S.

Doll 2
Doll 2

Author: Miracle Austin

Publisher:

Published: 2018-01-16

Total Pages: 322

ISBN-13: 9780998618227

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"Bad magic always wins, and I possess the perfect plan." Verlinda Dawn, Opal's grandmother Welcome back to Monroe Creek, Louisiana! Tomie Dupuy, a fledgling warlock, travels back to Monroe Creek for vital training with his knowledgeable and powerful witch cousin, Lisette Laveau. Both old and new enemies are brewing up plans to exterminate Tomie and whoever else stands in their way. Which realm will Tomie be attracted to--the dark or the light? Are you ready to embark on a new journey with Tomie, Sarifena, Mr. Ray, Lisette, Crow, and some new encounters along the way? So, buckle up for some unexpected twists and turns! Magic Truths Lies Romance Heartaches Secrets will all unravel in more ways than one...