Library

– NEWEST TITLES IN THE LIBRARY –

A House Without Windows. Nadia Hashimi, 2016 [Fiction] A moving story of an Afghan women who accepts responsibility for the murder of her abusive husband for reasons that are not a part of our American experience.  While awaiting trial Zeba is sent to a women’s prison where she befriends others whose own misfortunes reflect the life of women in Afghanistan.

Waiting for Superman – How We Can Save America’s Failing Public Schools. Karl Weber, Editor, 2010 [379.10]  “The American Public School System is in crisis, failing millions of students, producing almost as many drop-outs as graduates, and threatening our economic future…an inspiring call for reform…”

Traverse City State Hospital – Images of America. Chris Miller, 2005 [970]  “…traces the history of this great institution, from the local and mental health context in which it was founded…”

The Spiritual Lives of Great Composers. Patrick Kavanaugh, 1992 [780] “…will lead you on a brisk walk through the innermost thoughts of twelve masters of western music…[including] Handel, Bach, Haydn, Mozart, Beethoven, Schubert, Mendelssohn, Liszt, Wagner, Dvorak, Ives and Stravinsky…”

The Christian Atheist – Believing in God but Living as if He Doesn’t Exist. Craig Groschel. 2010 [DVD]  The six-session group study is the DVD version of the book already on our library shelves under Classification 248.2.

In Pursuit of Paul the Apostle – Our Daily Bread Ministries. Dr. Constantine Campbell, 2017 [DVD] “Apart from Jesus, no one had a greater influence in founding Christianity than the Apostle Paul.”

Landmarks – Turning Points on Your Journey Toward God. Bill Delvaux, 2013 [232] “…a spiritual growth experience that takes you on a journey to think, act and be more like Jesus.”

Doorways to Greater Faith – A Personal and group study book. William D. Gainey, 2009 [232]  “…takes us through various facets of faith…a state of continual growth…”

You are the Treasure That I Seek – But there’s a lot of cool stuff out there, Lord. Greg Dutcher, 2009 [248.4] “…exposes the myth that idols are only wood or stone statues that belong to primitive, ancient cultures…will help you identify twenty-first century idolatry…”

Not Seeking But Found – A Memoir of God’s Faithfulness. Steven Reiff Lorenz, 2009 [920] Raised in a Christian family who never talked about their spiritual lives outside of church, the author has experienced several “miracles” which have directed his life in new unexpected directions.

Do I Know God? – Finding Certainty in Life’s Most Important Relationship. Tullian Tchividjian, 2007 [234]  “To know that you know God and God knows you is life’s greatest source of peace, joy and strength for the journey”

Radical – Taking Back Your Faith from the American Dream.  David Platt, 2010 [261] “…challenges you to consider with an open heart how we have manipulated the gospel to fit our cultural preferences.  He shows what Jesus actually said about being his disciple – then invites you to believe and obey what you have heard.”

Book Discussion Group: Meets the 1^st Tuesday each month at 10 am in the Westminster Room at the church.

Date                            Title                                                  Author(s)        

10/1/2019         Educated                                        Tara Westover

11/5/2019         Someone Knows My Name      Lawrence Hill                  

– NEWEST TITLES IN THE LIBRARY –

Quick, Call Me a Taxi. Judy Ziegler, 1991 [Child] A 7 year old’s (and up) first book of jokes and riddles.  Beware – You’ll be hearing these over and over.

Behold the Dreamers. Imbolo Mbue, 2016 [Fiction]  “…about one African couple starting a new life in a new land…will teach you as much about the promise and pitfalls of life in the U.S. as about the immigrants who come here in search of the so-called American dream.”

A Sister’s Secret – Book One, Sisters of Holmes County. Wanda Brunstetter, 2007 [Fiction]  “…secret brings danger and deception to an Ohio Amish community.”

Traces of the Trade – A Story from the Deep North.  Ebb Productions, 2008 [DVD] Filmmaker, Katrina Browne discovers her “New England ancestors were the largest slave-trading family in U.S. History.”  She and her family face the reality of their family past.

Ministry Among the Maya – A Missionary Memoir. Dorothy Dickens Meyerink. 2011 [920]  “…a thrilling story of evangelism and church growth in one of the most challenging places in Latin America.”

Your People Shall Be My People – How Israel, the Jews, and the Christian Church will come together in the Last Days. Don Finto, 2016 [289.9] ”…presents a biblical and exciting perspective of God’s heart toward the Holy Land.”

Believe – Living the Story of the Bible to Become Like Jesus. Randy Frazee, 2015 [220.6] “…a spiritual growth experience that takes you on a journey to think, act and be more like Jesus.”

None Other – Discovering the God of the Bible. John Macarthur, 2017 [231]  “…get beyond the mere facts of who God is and develop an understanding of His character.”

The Magnificent Story – Uncovering a Gospel of Beauty, Goodness & Truth. James Bryan Smith, 2017 [248] “Within these pages lies the chronicle your life has been waiting to read, to hear, to live.”

Living in Christ’s Presence – Final Words on Heaven and the Kingdom of God. Dallas Willard, 2014 [248.4] “…reflects on the power of the Trinity in our lives, the meaning of knowledge, the importance of spiritual disciplines and much more.”

Surprised by Hope – Rethinking Heaven, the Resurrection, and the Mission of the Church. N.T. Wright, 2008 [236]  “…takes on the controversial topic of life after death and reveals how most Christians get it wrong – and why it matters.”

Walking with God through Pain and Suffering.  Timothy Keller, 2013 [248.6] “When pain and suffering come upon us, we finally see not only that we are not in control of our lives but that we never were.”

Book Discussion Group: Meets the 1^st Tuesday each month at 10 am in the Westminster Room at the church.

Date                            Title                                                  Author(s)        

9/3/2019           The Women in the Castle        Jessica Shattuck

10/1/2019         Educated                                        Tara Westover

11/5/2019         Someone Knows My Name      Lawrence Hill                  

– NEWEST TITLES IN THE LIBRARY –

Sparrow Migrations. Cari Noga, 2013 [Fiction] “Life after the Miracle on the Hudson landing puts three families on another crash course…with their own fragile humanity.”  This local author spoke at our book discussion group about another of her novels.

The Bartered Bride – Romance Collection of 9 Historical Stories of Arranged Marriages. Cathy Marie Hake, Kelly Eileen Hake and others, 2007 [Fiction]  “…marriage has often been used as a means to gain money, social status, and security, as well as basic companionship, domesticity, and family…filled with inspiration and faith, each story will transport readers to a different era of American history.”

Locking Arms:  Joining Together With All of the King’s Men. Stu Weber, 1999 [cassette book]  Learn about how men can join together in effective, valuable relationships.

After the Wind – Tragedy on Everest – One Survivor’s Story. Lou Kasischke. 2015 [920]  This is the author’s (northern Michigan man) story of his experience on an ill-fated Mount Everest expedition in 1996 until recently considered the worst tragedy in Mount Everest history.

Help Yourself – Finding Hope, Courage, and Happiness. Dave Pelzer, 2000 [158.1] ”Free yourself from the pain and negativity of the past.  Know what you want out of life and make it happen.  Celebrate who you are and what you have.”

Leaving the Suburbs – A journalistic primer on politics, climate change, and unsustainable debt. John Ernest Duke, 2018 [500] “…blends his experience with a 3200 mile bicycle ride across the continental US 27 years ago with his instinct for reporting on current environmental issues facing humanity…”

The Ignatian Workout – Daily Spiritual Exercises for a Healthy Faith. Tim Muldoon, 2004 [248.3]  “…presents St. Ignatian’s wisdom in today’s language – as a daily program of ‘workouts’ to achieve spiritual fitness, tailored to people with busy schedules.”

Christ Came to Set The Captives Free From Drug Addiction.  Minister James Britton, 2013 [248]  ”…over 100 people a day are dying in the USA from prescription drug addiction or abuse….[the author prays] that GOD will minister to you as he did to him earlier in his life”

What Does God Want From Me? – Learning to Hear God’s Voice. Peggy Merritt Hammond, 2012 [248] “Peggy shares her personal journey to the heart of God.”

Seasons of a Family’s Life – Cultivating the Contemplative Spirit at Home. Wendy M. Wright, 2003 [248.4] “A must-read for family life ministers and parents who struggle to find spiritual meaning in everyday family experiences.”

Interior Castle – The Classics Text with a Spiritual Commentary. Teresa of Avila, 2007 [248.4]  “..one of the most celebrated books of Christian mysticism…provide[s] spiritual nourishment in an accessible form.”

God is….  Metanoia Services, 2011 [248] What is God?  Consider many ideas and consider your own perception.

Book Discussion Group: Meets the 1^st Tuesday each month at 10 am in the Westminster Room at the church.

Date                            Title                                                  Author(s)        

                                         NO Meeting in July

    8/6/2019                The Romanov Empress        C.W. Gortner                    

   9/3/2019                 The Russian Five                     Keith Gave                 

– NEWEST TITLES IN THE LIBRARY –

Celine. Peter Heller, 2017 [Fiction] “…a luminous novel of suspense…”  But this story is so much more as it follows Celine, an “elegant, aristocratic private eye [how’s that for an odd combination] who specializes in reuniting families a she tries to make amends for a loss in her own past.”

Survivors – The Empty City. Erin Hunter, 2012 [Child]  “Lucky is a golden-haired mutt with a nose for survival”  Used to being independent, it becomes necessary for him to rely on other dogs to survive.  This is a great story for 10 to 13 year olds.

Parenting Someone Else’s Child – The Foster Parents’ ‘How-To’ Manual. Ann Stressman, 2004 [649]  This book helps “bridge the gap”:  “most children raised in a different socioeconomic class from their foster or adoptive parents have very different viewpoints, values, and learning styles from those parents.”

Left to Tell – Discovering God Amidst the Rwandan Holocaust. Immaculée Ilibagliza, 2006 [282.092] “It [Immaculée’s account of genocide survival] gives us hope of overcoming the divisions deliberately created by those with self-serving agendas and no thought for humanity.”

Set-Apart Femininity – God’s Sacred Intent for Every Young Woman. Leslie Ludy, 2008 [248.8]  “Do you need a fresh vision of God’s amazing purpose for your life as a young woman?  Are you ready to become one of the few in this generation who will make an eternal impact upon this world?”

Five Voices Five Faiths – An Interfaith Primer. Amanda Millay Hughes, Editor, 2005 [200]  “in this unique book about the major religious traditions of the world, a practitioner from each tradition-Hinduism, Judaism, Buddhism, Christianity, and Islam -introduces the basics of his or her faith …”

Green Leaf In Drought. Isobel Kuhn, 2012 [266] “…story of the escape of the last China Inland Mission members from Communist China.”

Between The World and Me.  Ta-Nehisi Coates, 2015 [305.8] “…a profound work that pivots from the biggest questions about American history and ideals to the most intimate concerns of a father for his son…what is it like to inhabit a black body and find a way to live within it?”

Believe – Living the Story of the Bible to Become Like Jesus-Study Guide. Randy Frazee, 2015 [248] “…explore the 30 essential beliefs, practices, and virtues that every Christian needs to know and live”  This study Guide accompanies the video based study already elsewhere on our shelves.

Theology – For Liberal Presbyterians and Other Endangered Species. Douglas F. Ottati, 2006 [230] “Writing out of the reformed tradition and a theology of grace and with a dose of humor, he [the author] addresses current issues…”

Deep Peace – Healing in Our Lives. J. Ellen Nunnally, 2003 [234]  “…explores the dimensions of human suffering and the redemptive power of prayer.”

The Lost Art of Praying Together – Rekindling Passion for Prayer.  James Banks, 2009 [248.3] “Praying together is an opportunity to enter into the presence of God in a unique and powerful way.”

The Christian Atheist – Believing in God but Living as If He Doesn’t Exist. Craig Groeschel, 2010 [248.2]  “Christians and Christian Atheists everywhere will be nodding their heads as they are challenged to take their own honest assessment and ask the question, Am I putting my whole faith in God but still living as if everything were up to me?”

Believe – The Words and Inspiration of Desmond Tutu.  Desmond Tutu, 2007 [248]

Book Discussion Group: Meets the 1^st Tuesday each month at 10 am in the Westminster Room at the church.

Date                            Title                                                  Author(s)        

     5/7/2019                Saving Arcadia                         Heather Shumaker   

    6/4/2019                The Orphan Daughter           Cari Noga                       

                                      NO Meeting in July

    8/6/2019                The Romanov Empress        C.W. Gortner                    

   9/3/2019                 The Russian Five                     Keith Gave                 

– NEWEST TITLES IN THE LIBRARY –

The Next Person You Meet in Heaven. Mitch Albom, 2018 [Fiction] “In this long-awaited sequel, Mitch Albom reveals Annie’s story, [the girl saved in The Five People You Meet in Heaven] and what happened next.”

The Last Ten Percent. Michelle McKinney Hammond, 2006 [Fiction]  As the future unfolds, these longtime friends discover that love comes in unique and amazing ways.”

Turtle in Paradise. Jennifer L. Holm, 2010 [Child]  “…historical novel, rich in historical detail, humor, and the unique flavors of Key West.”  This story, especially for 8 to 12 year olds, also tells a lot about the great Depression.

In the Garden – An Ordinary Woman, An Extraordinary Life — Ellen – A Memoir. Janet Hasselbring, 2013 [920] “…a testimony to the power of faith and surrender to God’s will.”  Ellen, the author’s mother lived in western Michigan.

Everything Happens for a Reason. Kate Bowler, 2018 [920] The author, a professor at Duke Divinity School subscribes to “the prosperity gospel which sees fortune as a blessing from God and misfortune as a mark of God’s disapproval.”  When she becomes seriously ill she is faced with reconciling her faith and understanding.

Rekindling the Romance – Loving the Love of Your Life. Dennis & Barbara Rainey, 2004 [248.8]  “The God who makes all things new is waiting to work a miracle in your marriage.”

For Parents Only – Getting Inside the Head of Your Kid. Shaunti Feldhahn & Lisa A. Rice, 2007 [248.8] For every bewildered parent, there’s a kid longing to be understood.”

Be Still And Know That I am God – 31 Days to a Deeper Meditative Prayer Life.  Amy and Judge Reinhold, compilers, 2007 [248.4] “…invites you into the joy and peace that can be found in the age-old practice of contemplative prayer…”

23 Minutes in Hell – One Man’s story about what he saw, heard, and felt in that place of torment.. Bill Wiese, 2006 [236] “…since this life-changing ordeal, he [the author]has spent the last seven years studying the Scriptures to find answers and has listed more than 130 Bible verses referencing hell.”

The Gospel of Ruth– Loving God Enough to Break the Rules. Carolyn Custis James, 2008 [222] “…provides a compelling and riveting reading of the book of Ruth that reveals a grace-ful message and will change your assumptions about Ruth as well as Naomi and Boaz.”

Just Walk Across the Room– Simple Steps Pointing People to Faith. Bill Hybels, 2006 [248]  “What if you knew that by simply crossing the room and saying hello to someone, you could change that person’s forever?”

Steadfast Hope – The Palestinian Quest for Just Peace.  Israel/Palestine Mission Network-PCUSA, 2009 [263 & DVD] Read this account (and watch this DVD) to gain perspective and knowledge of the long-lasting conflict and the Presbyterian church’s stand.

Book Discussion Group: Meets the 1^st Tuesday each month at 10 am

Date                            Title                                                  Author(s)                   

4/2/2019                The Indigo Girl                        Natasha Boyd                  

5/7/2019                Saving Arcadia                         Heather Shumaker   

– NEWEST TITLES IN THE LIBRARY –

The Heartache No One Sees – Christ’s Promise of Healing for a Woman’s Wounded Heart.  Sheila Walsh, 2004 [248.8]  “You’re invited to join her on a prayer-filled, God-seeking journey to understand how to live in this world, with all its potential for hurt, pain and fear . . .”

In the Sanctuary of Women – A Companion for Reflection & Prayer. Jan L. Richardson, 2010 [242]  This refreshing resource widens the mind, deepens the heart, and strengthens the soul of spirituality.”

The Kurds – Creation of the Modern Middle East. Heather Lehr Wagner, 2003 [956] “…the 20 million Kurds living there [at the intersection of Iraq, Iran, and Turkey] find themselves without a homeland, unwanted guests of unfriendly regimes.”  Read this to get a better understanding of the situation faced by the Kurds for whom we support a missionary who serves them.

The New Faces of Christianity – Believing in the Bible in the Global South. Philip Jenkins, 2006 [270.8] In the global south [e.g. Nigeria, Indonesia and Sudan]…Christians are persecuted just as early Christians were.”  This is another book which will enlighten you regarding the lives of people being served by our Presbyterian missionaries.

Take Charge of Your Destiny. Dr. Alan Keiran, 2008 [241] “Taking Charge of Your Destiny means listening to God and following His plans for your life – every day.”

Climbing the Sycamore Tree – A Study of Choice and Simplicity. Ann Hagmann, 2001 [241]  “…examines economic decision making in light of what Jesus taught.”

Safe Haven Marriage – Building a Relationship You Want to Come Home To. Dr. Archibald D. Hart & Dr. Sharon Hart Morris, 2003 [616.89] “Whether you have been married for years or are just beginning your marital journey, the biblical principles in this book will help you heal and strengthen your marriage by making it emotionally closer and safer than ever before.”

No Perfect People Allowed – Creating a Come As You Are Culture in the Church.  John Burke, 2005 [253] We need to “…follow the example…in creating a grace- and gospel-friendly church culture.”

Quite a Year for Plums. Bailey White, 1998 [Fiction] “Heartbreakingly tender, often hilarious…[story of the] peculiar yet lovable people who inhabit a small town in south Georgia.”

The Last Days. Joel C. Rosenberg, 2003 [Fiction] “ The eerily prophetic…bestseller that predicted the last days of Yasser Arafat and Israel’s stunning withdrawal from Gaza…but was written before any of it happened.”

Eat, Pray, Love. Elizabeth Gilbert, 2006 [Fiction]  “…insightful, funny account of her [the author’s] travels.”

The Candlestone – Dragons in our Midst #2.  Bryan Davis, 2004 [Fiction] “Excitement, danger, and inspiration as two teens combat a dragon slayer.”

Book Discussion Group: Meets the 1^st Tuesday each month at 10 am

Date                            Title                                                  Author(s)        

3/5/2019                The Drummond Girls            Mardi Link                       

4/2/2019                The Indigo Girl                        Natasha Boyd                  

5/7/2019                Saving Arcadia                         Heather Shumaker   

– NEWEST TITLES IN THE LIBRARY –

The Puzzle Bark Tree. Stephanie Gertler, 2002 [Fiction] Secrets kept to protect from grief often effect those around us in unintended and monumental ways.

The Rent Collector. Camron Wright, 2012 [Fiction] “… a story of hope…” despite relating a life of survival for a family in the largest municipal waste dump in all of Cambodia.

In a Sunburned Country. Bill Bryson, 2000 [919] This is memorable travel literature – entertaining and full of humor as well as information.

I Don’t Want to Go To Church – Practical Ways to Deal with Kids and Religion. Scott Cooper, 2007 [248.8] “…provides constructive ideas and resources for all parents – including those who might be more or less religious and more or less orthodox in their traditions…”

Noah’s Ark. Sally Lloyd-Jones, 2017 [Child] “Introduces little ones to the inspiring story of Noah…with this sturdy stand-up board book…”

Dog Lover’s Devotional – What We Learn about Life from Our Canine Companions. Katherine A. Douglas, 2012 [242] “You can find a lot of truth in the life of a dog…”

Secrets of the Vine – Breaking Through to Abundance. Bruce Wilkinson, 2001 [248.4] “Is it time to trade in mediocrity for a life of consequence? Do you want to experience the joy of making maximum impact for God?”

The Hole In Our Gospel – The Answer That Changed My Life and Might Just Change the World. Richard Stearns, 2010 [248.4] “What does God expect of us? Is our faith just about going to church, studying the Bible and avoiding the most serious sins – or does God expect more?.”

Buddha – A Story of Enlightenment. Deepak Chopra, 2007 [813] “…creative and dramatic retelling of Buddha’s life…”

Where I Am – Heaven, Eternity, and Our Life Beyond. Billy Graham, 2015 [248.4] “ Although Billy Graham may no longer preach from the stadiums of the world, in this book you will sense his heart still beats strong with the resounding assurance that he will spend eternity with Jesus Christ”

God’s Problem – How the Bible Fails to Answer Our Most Important Question – Why We Suffer. Bart D. Ehrman, 2008 [231] “…addresses one of the most compelling issues in all of human experience …with clarity and insight…you will certainly be challenged and moved…”

Devotional Stories for Women – 101 Daily Devotions to Comfort, Encourage, and Inspire Women. Susan M. Heim & Karen Talcott, 2009 [810.8] Another title in the Chicken Soup for the Soul tradition.

Book Discussion Group: Meets the 1^st Tuesday each month at 10 am

Date                            Title                                                  Author(s)        

3/5/2019                The Drummond Girls            Mardi Link                       

4/2/2019                The Indigo Girl                        Natasha Boyd                  

5/7/2019                Saving Arcadia                         Heather Shumaker   

– NEWEST TITLES IN THE LIBRARY –

Educated – A Memoir. Tara Westover, 2018 [920] “…the [true] story of a young girl’s escape from violence and emotional prison.  About the love of family and the pain of family both, the ferocity of the human spirit, and the power of education to change lives.”

I Am Malala – The girl who stood up for education and was shot by the Taliban. Malala Yousafzai, 2013 [920]  Malala was a courageous campaigner for education for girls at age eleven.  She survived being shot by the Taliban and became the youngest person ever nominated for a Nobel Peace Prize.

One Soldier’s Story – A Memoir. Bob Dole, 2005 [920]  “Dole tells the moving story of his harrowing experience on and off the battlefield and how it changed his life”

The Shoemaker’s Wife. Adriana Trigiani, 2012 [Fiction] “…an historical epic of love and family, war and loss, risk and destiny . . .” inspired by the author’s own family history and immigration from Italy.…”

Mountain Magic – Spellbinding Tales of Appalachia. Brian J. Hatcher, Editor. 2010 [Fiction]  “The power of magic is the power of story.  Both use illusion to illustrate the truth…both have the power to change us forever.”

Holding Out for a Hero – A new spin on Hebrews. Lisa Harper, 2005 [227.87 & DVD] “The first century Hebrews knew what it felt like to be so discouraged and disheartened that they lost focus on what was really important….Two thousand years later, nothing has changed.”

Belief – Readings on the reason for faith. Francis S. Collins, Editor, 2010 [202] “…more than an anthology…[a] wide-ranging, and powerful series of readings on the possibilities, problems, and mysteries of faith.”

A Brief History of the Presbyterians. James H. Smylie, 1996 [285]  “…chronicles the origins of the Reformed tradition and carries the saga through each subsequent era up to the eve of the twenty-first century, focusing on Presbyterianism in North America.”

On Grief & Grieving – Finding the Meaning of Grief through the Five Stages of Loss. Elisabeth Kubler-Ross, M.D. & David Kessler, 2005 [152] “…weaves together theory, inspiration and practical advice, including sections on sadness, hauntings, dreams, isolation, and healing.”

The Concise A to Z Guide to Finding it in the Bible. Seth Ehorn & Linda Washington, Compilers, 2010 [Ref] “…wonder where to find a word or topic in the Bible?  Looking for texts to support or refute an argument?  Just curious about what the Bible has to say about [an issue]?”

Best Inspirational Stories of the Year. Honor Books, 2004 [248]  “…true stories that will warm your heart, lift your spirits and enrich your life.”

The Big Book of Church Jokes.  Barbour Books 2009 [102] “…features clean, good-natured humor plus quality cartoons, arranged by topics…”

– NEWEST TITLES IN THE LIBRARY –    

Advent Titles and More

Lighted Windows – Advent Reflections for a World in Waiting, Margaret Silf, 2004 [242] “…a 37-day spiritual pilgrimage from the first day of Advent through Epiphany…daily meditations”

The Journey – Walking the Road to Bethlehem. Adam Hamilton, 2011 [232.92]  “A simple girl, an ordinary man, an unforgettable destination.”

Because of Bethlehem – Love is Born; Hope is Here. Max Lucado, 2016 [263]  “These are the heart-shaping promises of Christmas.  Long after the holiday guests have left and the carolers have gone home and the lights have come down, these [God’s]l promises endure.”

This Christmas Night – Reflections from Our Hearts to Your Home.  Billy & Ruth Graham, 2007 [242] Join Billy and Ruth Graham in their reflections on this wonderful night.

Quest for Light – Adventure of the Magi. Byron Anderson, 2012 [Fiction]  “…join in their harrowing adventure across Persia in search of the one, true God.”

Old West Christmas Brides – 6 Historical Romances/Celebrate Christmas on the Frontier. Margaret Brownley et al, 2013 [Fiction] “It is hard for a woman to make a decent living in the Wild West of the late 1800’s.  From the Dakota Badlands across the desolate Nebraska prairie and up to the rugged Colorado Mountains, six women are praying for a Christmas miracle.”

The Christmas Angels. Sara Hartman, 2013 [Child] The Story of Angels at Christmas.  Matthew 1-2 and Luke 1-2 for children.”

Too Smart Jones and the Dangerous Woman. – Mysteries for ages 7 – 12.  Gilbert Morris, 2000 [Child]  “Too Smart Jones … learns something important about hungry, homeless people.”

A Week in Winter. Maeve Binchy, 2012 [Fiction] Share a week with this unlikely cast of characters at the newly renovated mansion turned holiday resort on the west coast of Ireland.

Citizens of London – The Americans who stood with Britain in its Darkest, Finest hour. Lynne Olson, 2011 [940.54] “…inspiring chronicle of the special relationship between America and Britain when it mattered most.”

Born a Crime – Stories from a South African Childhood. Trevor Noah, 2016 [920]  “…does more to expose apartheid – its legacy, its pettiness, its small-minded stupidity and its damage …”

Naked in Bagdad – The Iraq war as seen by NPR’s correspondent.  Anne Garrels 2003 [956.7044] “…infuses her reporting on warfare and politics with lucid, human accounts of lives caught in conflict.”

The Century.  Peter Jennings & Todd Brewster, 1998 [909.82] “A magnificent chronicle of the extraordinary twentieth century.  Fascinating first-person accounts.   Rare archival images.”