This is the ideal book for anyone wishing to reacquaint themselves with their faith, appreciate the cultural and historical tradition of worship, and partake in the familiar shared expressions of religion. Split into thematic sections, the book provides hymns and psalms on the subjects of celebration, guidance, courage and salvation. Including some of the most cherished hymns and psalms, this beautiful illustrated collection is an inspiration and a comfort. Companion to the Illustrated Book of Prayers.
Christmas is coming, and it can be difficult to find a gift for your mother or other woman in your life who's suffering from dementia. You'd like to give her something that will capture her attention, engage her mind, and encourage peaceful interaction at the same time it says, "I love you." This book may be what you're looking for. It contains full-page photos of happy, loving mothers engaging with their children. On the page opposite each photo is a heartwarming quote about motherhood in large print. While many dementia patients have difficulty with short-term memory, memories of the distant past are more accessible. These photos and quotes may inspire them to talk about their own memories of motherhood and the children they love. Families, caregivers, and assisted living staff can share this book with the people they care for. It is also an excellent activity for seniors with Parkinson's disease or recovering from a stroke. Seniors with eyesight or strength challenges who find it difficult to hold a heavy book or read long paragraphs of text will also enjoy this book. At Sunny Street Books, we design books specifically for seniors with dementia. They're lightweight yet high-quality, adult in nature, with nothing to distract your loved one from their enjoyment of the photos and the short quotes that accompany them. FEATURES * Beautiful Content This book is filled with carefully-curated, full-color, high-resolution photos of loving mothers interacting with their children. * Minimal Text The only text included in the book consists of short, heartwarming quotes about motherhood. All text is large print for easy readability. * Manageable Size This is a 40-page, 6" x 9" softcover that's comfortable to hold and easy to tuck into a bag. * High Quality The quality of this book's cover and its interior design are indistinguishable from books created for other readers. Just because a book is simple and uncomplicated doesn't mean it has to be unattractive, unprofessional, or childish. * Discreet Packaging At no time is anything mentioned about Alzheimer's disease, dementia, or any other challenges the reader might be facing. This book can be given to your loved one without fear that they might feel embarrassed or offended. NOTES FOR CAREGIVERS * Sit beside your loved one in a quiet place that is free of distractions. * Allow them to hold the book if possible, and also turn the pages, which will enable them to become more engaged in the book. * Put a pillow in their lap to support the book as you thumb through it together. * Leave this book in an accessible place to allow your loved one to pick it up on their own when you're not there. Click on "Sunny Street Books" at the top of this page beneath the title of the book for links to all the books we publish: The Picture Book of Birds The Picture Book of Natural Wonders The Picture Book of Gardens The Picture Book of Butterflies The Picture Book of Movie Stars The Picture Book of Cats The Picture Book of Dogs The Picture Book of Bible Verses The Picture Book of Flowers The Picture Book of Beaches The Picture Book of Horses The Picture Book of Quilting The Picture Book of Baby Animals The Picture Book of Kids and Animals The Picture Book of American Patriotism
In this special seasonal edition, bestselling author Robert J. Morgan shares the incredible stories behind traditional holiday hymns of faith, including Christmas, Easter, and more. Is there a festive season of the year that is complete without one of your favorite hymns? Not only do hymns connect you to great memories, but they also reveal the faith of those who lived throughout history. As Robert Morgan explored the stories behind some of the best-loved hymns, he found fascinating accounts of tribulations, triumphs, struggles, and hope—ordinary people who connected with God in amazing ways, sharing their experiences through song. Included inside this special edition are: 150 devotional-style stories with the words and music to each hymn Includes hymns for holidays including Christmas, Easter, Thanksgiving, and more Jagged edged paper, giving it a classic feel Includes a complete hymn index by title, first line, and songwriter Perfect for use as a daily devotional, teaching illustration, or for song leaders and music ministers Discover the inspiration behind your favorite hymns. Find new favorites as you relate to the people whose walk of faith led them to write these classic songs of praise. Share these stories with your family, friends, and church, and find more depth and meaning as you worship God through song.
Christianity Today 2023 Book Award Finalist (Bible & Devotional) Sheltering Mercy helps us rediscover the rich treasures of the Psalms--through free-verse prayer renderings of their poems and hymns--as a guide to personal devotion and meditation. The church has always used the Psalms as part of its prayer life, and they have inspired countless other prayers. This book contains 75 prayers drawn from Psalms 1-75, providing lyrical sketches of what authors Ryan Whitaker Smith and Dan Wilt have seen, heard, and felt while sojourning in the Psalms. While each prayer corresponds to a particular psalm and touches on its themes and ideas, it is not a new translation of the Psalms or an attempt to modernize or contextualize their content or language. Rather, the prayers are responses to the Psalms written in harmony with Scripture. These prayers help us quiet our hearts before God and welcome us into a safe place amid the storms of life. This artful, poetic, and classic devotional book features compelling custom illustrations and beautiful hardcover binding, offering a fresh way to reflect on and pray the Psalms.
Introduction to the Psalms: A Song from Ancient Israel seeks to provide the reader with a solid introduction to the Hebrew Psalter, one that is informed by an interest in its shape and shaping. The author, Nancy deClaiss�-Walford, provides an up-to-date study on the poetic style of the psalms in the Psalter, their Gatt�ngen or genres, the broad shape of the book, and the history of its shaping. She introduces each of the five books of the Psalter, providing a detailed examination of those individual psalms that are either key to the shaping of the Psalter or interesting studies in poetic style. In the final chapter, deClaiss�-Walford draws conclusions about the shape of the Psalter and about its story and message. She proposes a way to read the Psalms as a unified whole and in relationship to one another rather than as individual pieces, giving an inclusive, all-encompassing shape to the Psalter. Included are two appendices that provide a listing of the superscriptions and Gatt�ngen of the psalms in the Hebrew Psalter and an explanation of many of the technical terms found in their superscriptions.
This calming picture book offers self-empowerment, hope, and dignity to people with dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, or those rehabilitating after a stroke. Share the relaxing pleasures with a loved one of flipping through favorite inspirational Scripture verses from the Book of Psalms alongside high quality, colorful images of nature. Rekindle the love of books for elderly readers with dementia. Seeing these beautiful photos can spark conversation or reminiscence, reinforcing a sense of self and identity. Connect to a Loved One Set a positive mood for interaction with full-color, high quality photos Quiet and calm activity, especially for afternoon and evening hours Reassuring Therapeutic images reduce anxiety No mention of dementia, memory loss, or anything that could cause stress or embarrassment Large Print Text Each verse is written in very large print, one verse per page Memory Stimulation Images are a powerful opportunity for association and reminiscence Comfortable to hold Lightweight Soft cover 6x9 inches 41 pages Helpful Tips for Caregivers Sit beside your loved-one in a quiet area with no distractions Avoid shadows or reflections on the pages Provide a pillow on your loved-one's lap to support their hands and the book Allow your loved one to turn the pages when possible. This allows them to control the pace for engagement and reminiscence. Use in a group or care setting can bring individuals with dementia together and can be used as an entertaining activity that helps combat boredom or depression. More Dementia Activities for Seniors that make wonderful gifts Coloring Book of Psalms - New! Picture Book of Hymns Picture Book of Gospels Picture Book of Proverbs Picture Book of Puppies Picture Book of Birds Picture Book of Sunsets Picture Book of Oceans Picture Book of Flowers Picture Book of Landscapes Picture Book of Lakes
An indispensable resource for students and scholars, The Oxford Handbook of the Psalms features a diverse array of essays that treat the Psalms from a variety of perspectives. Classical scholarship and approaches as well as contextual interpretations and practices are well represented. The coverage is uniquely wide ranging.
This indispensable volume is the most comprehensive resource on the Psalms for use in Christian worship ever published. It offers a single-volume anthology of psalm use, covering the history, reception, and practice of the Psalms in Christian worship. The book contains all 150 psalms, most in multiple formats, and utilizes a wide variety of musical and spoken settings. It also provides complete musical settings for morning and evening prayer. Each psalm appears in its actual biblical text, including as responsive readings. This invaluable resource for churches of all traditions is well suited to congregational use, helping pastors, worship leaders and planners, and choirs bring the Psalms back into the heart of congregational worship.
The Illustrated Gospels combines the finest elements of modern book design with the beauty of the great illuminated manuscripts of the past. 48 five-color illustrations.
Children Use Their Whole Bodies to Praise God! Your family will love this unique board book! Using colorful, engaging artwork, Psalms of Praise introduces little ones to the lyrical Scripture of the Psalms while illustrating how our everyday movements are actually postures of praise. Children will delight in the beautiful illustrations and learn how the fun ways they naturally move their bodies are an important part of worship. The movements of Psalms are coupled with both calm and joyful texts taken straight from the Bible. You will appreciate the artistic design, theologically sound content, and helping your little one understand the true purpose for which his or her body was created - praising God! *** Baby Believer primers are designed to grow with children, from early infancy through elementary school. In addition to basic Bible theology, Baby Believer board books are filled with quotations from the Bible, creeds, hymns, church fathers, and other articles of faith to help reinforce the content and provide intellectual handholds for older children who possess a greater capacity for learning and memorization.
