Finding God in the Movies: 33 Films of Reel Faith

by Catherine Barsotti and Robert Johnston

In this book Rob and Cathy show you how to combine your love of movies with your desire for God. Introducing thirty-three films of faith, the authors identify and explore key biblical themes like forgiveness, faith, and repentance. An enthusiastic guide for the individual movie lover or small group, this resource contains production notes and film synopses, relevant Scripture texts, theological reflection, recommended video clips, discussion questions, and more. It will deepen your fervor for film and for God.

To read God into movies is not difficult. To find God there waiting for us - now, that is something else altogether. Finding God in the Movies peels back God's presence in thirty-three compelling films, leading us from superficial analysis and utilitarian agendas to deep, personal engagement. Bravo! - Sally Morgenthaler, founder, Sacramentis.com

For Everything A Season: 75 Blessings for Daily Life

by The Nilsen Family

Simple instructions guide people in calling upon God's presence and blessing during ordinary and extra-ordinary times. Divided into seasons of the day, the year, our lives, our relationships, Christian life, and the church year.

As a parent and a leader in the church, I am continually looking for tools to help both my family and other families take the moments of our daily lives and connect them with our spiritual journey. This book is an answer to prayer for those who join me in this search. It is a must for pastors, lay leaders and parents of all ages. - Terri Elton, Director of Changing Church

I'd Rather Teach Peace

by Colman McCarthy

This is the story of one man's passion for peace education, as seen during one semester in six schools where risk-taking students found themselves challenged and inspired by an unconventional course and by a man who believes that if we don't teach our children peace someone else will teach them violence.

An introduction to the theory and practice of creative peacemaking with surprises and challenges about what education and life are really about.

Here is a dedicated teacher's journal that will help all of us understand how we might live in a better world by trying to understand it, and by trying to make it more peaceful. This is a talented writers' telling of a pilgrimage (his) that invites us all along, to be companions on a search for a kinder and more gentle world. - Robert Coles

Mending The World

by Rev. Epperly & Rabbi Solomon

A frontier book, uniting the essential truths of Judaism and Christianity, offering a wealth of creative tools for spiritual transformation through prayer and spiritual affirmations.

A book to rekindle your faith and renew your hope. "We live in an intricate ecology of relationships. Wholeness anywhere contributes to healing everywhere." - Epperly/Solomon

Meyer, Richard

One Anothering, vol. 1: Biblical Building Blocks for Small Groups
One Anothering, vol. 2: Building Spiritual Community in Small Groups
One Anothering, vol. 3: Creating Significant Spiritual Community

Called "the best books on church groups I have ever seen" (Alan Loy McGinnis), the One Anothering series has been used by thousands of church groups across the country to help members experience the vitality of the small group connection.

Each includes 11 sessions, all with preparatory readings and group exercises, based on the "one anothering" themes in Scripture. Being firmly grounded in the principles of group dynamics it is recommended for new groups or as a refresher course for ongoing groups.

A down-to-earth look at what it means to live together in biblical community... if depth and vitality are what your group wants, this book is a must. - Charlie Ayars, Pastor or Relational Ministries, Clear Lake Presbyterian Church, Houston TX.

There is nothing more important than creating significant spiritual community in today's world. And I know of no resource more readable, practical, or helpful than Dick Meyer's ONE ANOTHERING series. Meyer has once again come up with a thoughtful, practical look at small group life that deals head on with the real, nitty gritty issues that every small group faces." - Doug Wysockey-Johnson

The Recovery Book

by Mooney, A. Eisenberg, H. Eisenberg

A life-saving guide that answers all the questions and concerns of recovering alcoholics and addicts. For the emotional, physical & spiritual issues that arise in recovery, here is an indispensable road map for each step.

Every issue is addressed, always with hope and understanding, and often with direct suggestions promising relief... Nothing could be better. - Stanley Gitlow, Clinical Professor of Medicine, Mt Sinai School of Medicine