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A Stockbridge Homecoming: The True Story of a Family's Journey
Type: BOOK
Author: Duffy, Penelope S.
Author: Duffy, Penelope S.
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Asia
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Biography
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Faith
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Family
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General
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Government
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History
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Inspiration
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Mission
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New England Conference
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A gripping narrative of separation, journey and renuion played out against the political and militairy upheaval of the Communist Revolution and the quiet streets of New England. Ultimately it is the triumph of family, of community and of faith that crosses all boundaries - a story tha tspeaks to the hear and lifts the spirit. In 1946 a New England minister, Alfred Starratt, wentas a teacher and missionary to the heart of Central China. His wife and family had to leave China, by Rev. Starratt...
Bright Legacy: Portraits of Ten Outstanding Christian Women
Type: BOOK
Author: Spangler, Ann, Ed.
Author: Spangler, Ann, Ed.
Essays on Mother Theresa of Calcutta, Amy Carmichael of India, Catherine Marshall, Adrienne de Lafayette, Johanna Lind Hult, Elizabeth Rooney, Evelyn Harris Brand, Wilma Burton, Mary McKenna O'Connell, and Ethel Renwick.
Cloud of Witnesses: Augustine: Religion of the Heart/Leo and Gregory: Shapers of the Church
Type: VHS
Author: Carter, Dr. Karen L.
Author: Carter, Dr. Karen L.
Tape 1 of 4 "Cloud of Witness" videos. Part 1 of this video explores Augustine's faith development, and is shot mostly in the extensive ruins of Ostia, outside of Rome. Part 2 explores how the great Popes Leo and Gregory reached beyond their own times of turmoil and shaped the course of western church history, and is shot in the Vatican. With leader's Guide.
Cloud of Witnesses: Martin Luther: Justified by Grace/John Calvin: Spread of Reformation
Type: VHS
Author: Carter, Dr. Karen L.
Author: Carter, Dr. Karen L.
Tape 4 of 4 of "Cloud of Witnesses." Part 1 helps the viewer look at Martin Luther's late medieval world and understand his message of God's grace (filmed in Worms, Germany, site of Luther's famous declaration "Here I stand…"). Part 2 explores John Calvin's reformation teachings on the European continent and in England (filmed in the Cathedral of St. Pierre in Geneva). Each part 20 min.
Cloud of Witnesses: Monasticism: Patterns of Piety/The Crusades: Piety Misguided
Type: VHS
Author: Carter, Dr. Karen L.
Author: Carter, Dr. Karen L.
Tape 2 of 4 in "Cloud of Witnesses" series. Part 1 captures a rare glimpse of monastic life in the Middle Ages (shot at the Monastery of St. Francis of Assisi). Part 2 demonstrates how the misguided piety behind the Crusades affected every aspect of Medieval life (shot on the island of Malta, side of the Fortifications of the "Knights of Malta").
Cloud of Witnesses: Thomas Aquinas: Faith and Reason/Early Reformers: Winds of Change
Type: VHS
Author: Carter, Dr. Karen L.
Author: Carter, Dr. Karen L.
Tape 3 of 4 in "Cloud of Witnesses." Part 1 helps viewers understand the world of the Middle Ages when St. Thomas Aquinas struggled with Christian faith and scientific reason (filmed in Thomas Aquinas's birthplace, Roccasecca, Italy). Part 2 centers on how and where the early seeds of the reformation of western Christianity were sown (filmed at John Wycliff's Lutterworth Parish in Leicestershire, England).
Gospel Trailblazer: The Exciting Story of Francis Asbury
Type: BOOK
Author: Story, Bettie Wilson
Author: Story, Bettie Wilson
Biography of Francis Asbury written for older elementary and youth, including illustrations.
Holy Hunger: A Memoir of Desire
Type: BOOK
Author: Bullitt-Jones, Margaret
Author: Bullitt-Jones, Margaret
The compelling story of a young woman's recovery from a privileged yet painful childhood and away from the cravings that came to control her life. In public she was a Harvard super-achiever. In private, she was eating herself into oblivion.
Hostage Bound Hostage Free
Type: BOOK
Author: Weir, Wier and Benson
Author: Weir, Wier and Benson
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Biography
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Crisis
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Culture
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Faith
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General
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Israel - Palestine
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Religions
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World Religions
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Dramatic story of the Rev. Benjamin Weir (who was a 1984 hostage for 16 months, held by Shiite extremists) and his wife (who worked tirelessly for his release). Sheds light on urgent questions about America's involvement and the church's presence in troubled lands. Also a story of their great faith and courage.
Hyla Doc in Africa: 1950-1961
Type: BOOK
Author: Landstrom, Elsie H., Ed.
Author: Landstrom, Elsie H., Ed.
Follow this American medical missionary during her years in Africa. She was boundlessly generous, curious, drawn to and appreciative of unfamiliar cultures. An interesting account of a missionary in the Liberian bush.
I Need Souls Like You: Sharing in the Work of Mother Theresa Through Prayer and Suffering
Type: BOOK
Author: Spink, Kathryn
Author: Spink, Kathryn
The full story of the spiritual friendship between Mother Theresa and Jacqueline de Decker. Includes unpublished letters filled with deep spiritual insights and profound reflections on the ways even the physically incapacitated can aid in Mother Theresa's ongoing good works.
In The Precious name...
Type: BOOK
Author: Douglas Ruffle
Author: Douglas Ruffle
Sudarshana Devadhar is Bishop of The United Methodist Curch currently assigned to the New Jersey Area. On the occasion of his 60th birthday, friends and family present this volume as a celebratory writing in his honor. IN THE PRECIOUS NAME includes essays on Jesus, Prayer, Discipleship, Connection, and how Christians can be intraments for the transformation of the world. Written by church leaders and scholars from the U.s and broad, these are the themes that are dear to the heart of Bishop...
It's Me, O Lord: Standin' in the Need of Prayer
Type: BOOK
Author: Eisenberg, Larry
Author: Eisenberg, Larry
Some random notes from the family and checkered career of Larry Eisenberg An autobiography sharing family and career experiences and ideas and spiritual growth. Deals especially with prayer and a growing consciousness of the power of the Holy Spirit for Christians.
John Wesley
Type: VHS
Author: Rank, J. Arthur
Author: Rank, J. Arthur
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Biography
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Church History
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General
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History
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Methodist
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New Members
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United Methodist
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Wesley, John
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Movie about the life of John Wesley. It is appropriate for upper elementary age children, junior and senior high youth, as well as adults. Comes with leader's guide.
John Wesley and His Times
Type: VHS
Author: Hughes, Donald
Author: Hughes, Donald
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Biography
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Church History
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General
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History
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Methodist
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New Members
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United Methodist
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Wesley, John
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Short overview of John Wesley's life and times. Great introduction to Wesley with film footage taken from the movie: John Wesley (UM-HI-028). Suitable for upper elementary through adult, new member classes, or confirmation classes.
John Wesley: His Life and Theology
Type: BOOK
Author: Tuttle, Robert G. Jr.
Author: Tuttle, Robert G. Jr.
Readable biography of John Wesley showing him as a man of history and emotion. Demonstrates an appreciation for the incredible detail available in his diaries, journals and letters. Includes a fairly comprehensive theological analysis.
Justice Seekers Peace Makers: 32 Portraits in Courage
Type: BOOK
Author: True, Michael
Author: True, Michael
Motivational portraits of the lives, works and writings of 32 men and women whose careers are distinguished by a commitment to peace and justice.
Laurel Lee's Journal
Type: BOOK
Author: Lee, Laurel
Author: Lee, Laurel
Combines two books: Walking Through the Fire, Laurel's journal of her struggle with Hodgkin's disease ( cancer ) while pregnant with her 3rd child. And Signs of Spring, Laurel's journal account of what has happened in the 2 years since she passed the critical stages of her illness and into remission. Both are a celebration of life lived with intensity.
Lena
Type: BOOK
Author: Jensen, Margaret
Author: Jensen, Margaret
The Christian biography of Lena Rogers, a lovely effervescent spirit, rich in faith, and the story of her interactions and affects on the author and her son, a rebellious student in the 1960's.
Man From Aldersgate, The
Type: VHS
Author: Smith, Brad L.
Author: Smith, Brad L.
The renowned cleric & scholar, John Wesley, comes alive in this dramatic presentation of his life. Featuring Roger Nelson, who has given nearly 1000 performances of "The Man From Aldersgate" on 6 continents and network TV.