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  • The Theological Turn in Youth Ministry, By Andrew Root and Kenda Creasy Dean The Theological Turn in Youth Ministry, By Andrew Root and Kenda Creasy Dean
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    The Theological Turn in Youth Ministry

    by Andrew Root and Kenda Creasy Dean

    Christianity Today Book Award of Merit winner

    What haunts your youth group? So often we avoid talking about doubts and fears because we feel inadequately equipped to address them in any meaningful way. The crisis of existence can't be answered with pat Sunday school formulas or a few Bible verses, let alone another relay race.

    The questions our youth ...

  • The Sacred Wilderness of Pastoral Ministry: Preparing a People for the Presence of the Lord, By David Rohrer The Sacred Wilderness of Pastoral Ministry: Preparing a People for the Presence of the Lord, By David Rohrer
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    The Sacred Wilderness of Pastoral Ministry

    Preparing a People for the Presence of the Lord

    by David Rohrer

    Pastors often find themselves struggling to survive in the wilderness of the contemporary church scene. How do they remain faithful in light of the marginalization of organized religion, denominational strife, rapid demographic change, falling numbers and a general malaise among church members? Many pastors feel helpless, others hopeless. Sociologists and pollsters diagnose the problem but can't ...

  • Preventing Ministry Failure: A ShepherdCare Guide for Pastors, Ministers and Other Caregivers, By Michael Todd Wilson and Brad Hoffmann Preventing Ministry Failure: A ShepherdCare Guide for Pastors, Ministers and Other Caregivers, By Michael Todd Wilson and Brad Hoffmann
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    Preventing Ministry Failure

    A ShepherdCare Guide for Pastors, Ministers and Other Caregivers

    by Michael Todd Wilson and Brad Hoffmann

    Great ministers don't just happen. Great falls from ministry don't just happen either. A complex mix of factors both internal and external test the limits of your ability to minister wholeheartedly over the long haul. Senior pastor Brad Hoffmann and licensed professional counselor Michael Todd Wilson work with pastors removed from their place of service. The common experiences of these pastors ...

  • The Integration of Psychology and Christianity: A Domain-Based Approach, By William L. Hathaway and Mark A. Yarhouse
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    The Integration of Psychology and Christianity

    A Domain-Based Approach

    Christian Association for Psychological Studies Books

    by William L. Hathaway and Mark A. Yarhouse
    Foreword by Stephen E. Parker

    Over the course of recent decades, scholars and practitioners have been working to integrate contemporary psychology-related fields and Christianity. This project continues to move forward, evidenced in associations, publications, degree programs, and conferences around the world. While much progress has been made, there are still foundational issues to be worked out and aspects ...

  • Saint Patrick the Forgiver: The History and Legends of Ireland's Bishop, By Ned Bustard
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    Saint Patrick the Forgiver

    The History and Legends of Ireland's Bishop

    by Ned Bustard

    Bronze Moonbeam Award, Independent Press Award

    Hello, my name is Patrick.
    You may have heard my story.
    I walked the span of Ireland
    to tell of God’s great glory.
    And with a wee green shamrock
    I shared of the Three-in-One:
    our God—the blessed mystery—
    Father, Spirit, and the Son.

    Everybody's Irish ...

  • God in a Brothel: An Undercover Journey into Sex Trafficking and Rescue, By Daniel Walker
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    God in a Brothel

    An Undercover Journey into Sex Trafficking and Rescue

    by Daniel Walker

    This is the true story of an undercover investigator's experiences infiltrating the multi-billion-dollar global sex industry. It is a story of triumph for the children and young teens released from a life of slavery and the rescuer who freed many hundreds of victims leading to the prosecution of dozens of perpetrators. And it is a story of haunting despair for those left behind in corrupt systems ...

  • Birth of the Chosen One: A First Nations Retelling of the Christmas Story, By Terry Wildman
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    Birth of the Chosen One

    A First Nations Retelling of the Christmas Story

    by Terry Wildman
    Illustrated by Hannah Noel Buchanan and Holly Buchanan

    A Classic Holiday Picture Book from the Pages of the Bestselling First Nations Version!

    Adopted from the Gospel of Luke, Birth of the Chosen One is a unique retelling of the birth of Jesus told in the tradition of Native oral storytellers.

    Featuring stunning Native American art, Birth of the Chosen One is a powerful picture book that illuminates ...

  • Reviving Mission: Awakening to the Everyday Movement of God, By Linson Daniel and Jon Hietbrink and Eric Rafferty
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    Reviving Mission

    Awakening to the Everyday Movement of God

    by Linson Daniel, Jon Hietbrink, and Eric Rafferty

    God's mission is for everyone, every day.

    In the midst of societal disruption and disillusionment, we're seeing signs of a new season of God bringing people into renewal and revival. Jesus is the Sent One who invites us to become like him and live as sent people. God is leading us into a new normal where all of us—not just the professionals—can encounter him and experience ...

  • My Heart--Christ's Home Retold for Children, By Robert Boyd Munger and Carolyn Nystrom My Heart--Christ's Home Retold for Children, By Robert Boyd Munger and Carolyn Nystrom
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    My Heart--Christ's Home Retold for Children

    IVP Booklets

    by Robert Boyd Munger and Carolyn Nystrom

    This is Peter's amazing story of a week spent with Jesus. He enjoys being with Jesus and sharing his activities with him. But then Peter is faced with a decision. Should he show Jesus the secret thing he has hidden in the closet? Now children can read and understand the important message of the beloved booklet My Heart—Christ's Home in this retelling of Robert Boyd Munger's classic that ...

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