2022 & 2023 Christian Books

From Nikki Salt & Sarah Scrase-Hollamby A guide for young people to help them grow in confidence as they navigate the sometimes perilous journey into adulthood. Packed with true stories, shared experiences and simple tools to help teens scramble out of life’s quagmires and walk confidently towards a life rich with God’s promises.We are created in God’s image and have the potential to live a full and joyful life. So, as we head into adulthood, why does it all feel so overwhelming? We doubt our abilities, question our beliefs, worry about our image, and fear making mistakes. No one understands us and the world becomes a lonely, confusing labyrinth.Spoken through voices of love, wisdom, and encouragement, this book guides us through the pitfalls of the teen years and shares stories of young people who are navigating this journey. It doesn’t hide difficult or uncomfortable issues, but shares experiences that are true and often raw. The honesty will have us burst out with laughter one minute and cry the next. But ultimately the message is this: there is hope, we’re not alone, we are loved. We can become the confident people that God intends us to be. Appropriate for 11-14 Years Contents Introduction Poem My Body My Fears My Mental Health My Mistakes My Abilities My Disabilities My Image My Friendships My Intimate Relationships My Family Summing Up and a Last Few Thoughts Further Help and Support Specifications Book Format - Paperback Age - 11-14 years Published - January 2022 Weight - 260g Dimensions - 129 x 199 x 11mm ISBN - 9781838581374 ISBN 10 - 1838581375

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A letter back from a place of pain.After many years of engaging in all sorts of ways with the Letter to the Hebrews, Joy Tetley felt compelled to write a letter back to the unknown author."What has propelled me in this direction is the experience of journeying with my beloved husband through the long years of his dementia and terminal illness.During that time, and then in the period since his passing into heaven, the message of Hebrews has been of vital significance. I explore that with the author, sharing the help I have been given, but also, from a place of acute pain, raising some frank questions about some of the things Hebrews says.Hebrews urges us to be bold and direct in our relationship with God. In my letter back, I have tried to be just that." Contents A Covering note A Synopsis of Hebrews What is Heaven like?  By way of Introduction The Destination Heaven's inhabitants Angels The 'Firstborn' and 'the spirits of the righteous made perfect' What is God like? God the judge of all Jesus, the mediator of a new covenant Signing off Notes Specifications Format - paperback Published - April 2022 Page Count - 90 Dimensions - 128 x 199 x 70mm ISBN - 9781838581213 ISBN 10 - 1838581219

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In these prayers, inspired by the Celtic tradition, Nick Fawcett fuses elements of our Christian past with the present, the ancient with the contemporary. In language at times poetic, at times reflecting a deep affinity with nature, and throughout free of any doctrinal axe to grind, he roots prayer in daily life and the world around us, locating the divine in the down-to-earth, the heavenly in the here and now. There are prayers for ourselves, seeking help in meeting the challenges of life and faith. There are prayers for others and – so vitally important today – for our environment. And there are prayers of praise, worship and thanksgiving, celebrating and responding to the awesome mystery of God. Here is a resource to breathe new life into your daily devotions; prayers that will speak not only for you but also to you. Contents Introduction Blessings Consecrating every moment of life Guidance Help in time of challenge Personal and Spiritual growth The Environment Personal Relationships Social Justice The Wider World Awe and Wonder Thankfulness Specifications Book Format - Paperback Published - December 2021 Weight - 356g Dimensions - 130 x 198 x 15mm ISBN - 9781838581169 ISBN 10 - 1838581162

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From Eleanor King In a world filled with chaos and uncertainty, it can be difficult to find the words to express our deepest fears and hopes. Human impact has created a climate crisis, and the Earth and its inhabitants are suffering as a result. This prayer book offers a space to turn to, where readers can bring their thoughts and feelings before God, knowing that they are heard and loved. Each themed prayer is accompanied by a reflective activity, a practical action, and a creative idea suitable for all ages. Whether working individually or as a group, readers will find inspiration and encouragement to make a positive difference in the world around them. With God's blessing, grace, creativity, and wisdom, we can face the Earth's challenges and work towards a brighter future. Let’s Pray for the Earth is a powerful resource for anyone seeking to deepen their faith and make a meaningful impact for the Earth.

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A creative, accessible, and fun way to engage with prayer If you are looking for a creative, accessible and fun way to help people to engage with prayer in a church or community setting, Prayer Gallery is for you. The visual, thoughtful and interactive prayer stations, grouped under twelve topical themes, are easy to set up without too much time or expense, and are suitable for all ages. The Prayer Gallery stations can be used in a church building, outdoors, at a café, in a school or other community venue, and offer a flexible way for people from different backgrounds to spend time reflecting and praying in a welcoming environment, with plenty of space for thinking, looking, wondering and creating together.By Eleanor King & Dan Pierce Contents Introduction Time Light Rebuilding, Restoring and Repairing Endings and Beginnings Habits/Rhythms Water Unity Playfulness Reflections Justice/Equality Listening and Noticing Climate and Environment Specifications Book Format - Paperback Published - January 2023 Page Count - 76 Dimensions - 129 x 199 x 6mm ISBN - 978-1838581558 ISBN 10 - 1838581553

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From Gaynor Cobb With verses from the Bible as the starting point, Gaynor Cobb reflects on the worldwide message of love and friendship sent by Jesus Christ through his disciples. Inspired by the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals 16 for Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions, this collection of Bible verses, powerful prayers and carefully curated reflections aims to motivate the reader to consider new ways to support individuals and communities as we strive for friendship and peace. Within the collection are prayers for places: Ukraine, Africa, The Holy Land and the Middle East, as well as prayers for the displaced, strangers and the children of war. The book also looks at special places and people associated with peace as it considers the ways in which we find our own peace within. Prayers for Peace and Friendship also considers our humanity and the way in which all people should be treated with love and dignity, preserving human rights and ending persecution and oppression. People and nations are invited to embrace the peace of Christ through friendship, love and human rights.   Sales will help to support ChildAid to Eastern Europe in their 50th anniversary year. ChildAid works with Christian partners providing both short and long-term programmes to help families,  orphans, disabled children and young people.  Therapy, rehabilitation programmes and children's summer camps are taking place despite the war situation. In addition, food, hygiene products, clothes and shelter have been provided in Ukraine and Moldova. Our prayers for peace are important and we know that there will be a great need for reconstruction and support, even when the peace we hope for becomes a reality. Contents Introduction Finding our own peace The peace of nature Friendship International Friendship Forgiveness The peace of Christ United Nations Paths to war and peace Countries at war Consequences of war The children of war Peace within countries Praying for particular situations Ukraine The Holy Land and the Middle East Afghanistan Africa For Human Rights  The Displaced The Persecuted For Strangers For our differences Light in our darkness A future of peace For communities Teaching the children Signs of peace Peace through the Water of Life A time for peace Human flourishing Peace in light Places of Peace People of Peace and Justice Charity and aid for peace Peace between Faiths God's Covenant of Peace Conclusion Charities Specifications Book Format - paperback Published - January 2022 Page Count - 123 Dimensions - 129 x 199 x 9mm ISBN - 978-1838581459 ISBN 10 - 1838581456

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Themed quiet days for those of all faiths and none - by Nick FawcettIn our restless modern world, in which many seem as troubled and stressed as they have ever been, we need to make time to be still, to commune with something beyond ourselves. This book aims to help in enabling just that, offering a resource for the staging of Quiet Days or reflective events on a variety of themes and, if so wished, for those of all faiths or none. Rather than dealing with overtly religious issues, it approaches everyday matters from a spiritual perspective, covering themes as diverse as anxiety, anger, sorrow, friendship, suffering, envy, truth, loneliness and numerous others, each moving from the negative to the positive, the life denying to the life affirming. Here is a book that will help many to find the guidance in their daily lives they so urgently seek. Contents About the Author Introduction Part 1 - Beyond Dispute Part 2 - A Proper Perspective Part 3 - The Power of Words Part 4 - Giving and Receiving Part 5 - Happy Days Part 6 - Justice and Peace Part 7 - Righting Wrongs Part 8 - Truth and Falsehood Part 9 - The Valley of Tears Part 10 - A Time and a Place Part 11 - Breaking Down the Barriers Part 12 - Will You be my Friend? Part 13 - Healing the Wounds Part 14 - Life's Mysteries Appendix 1 - Adapted Prayers for use in an Interfaith Event Appendix 2 - Adapted Prayers for use in an Event for all Faiths and none References Specifications Book Format - Paperback Published - 2022 Page Count - 330 Dimensions - 152 x 229 x 21mm ISBN - 9781838581275

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by Nick Fawcett Transform your prayer life with 365 days of inspiration and guidance.Struggling with your prayer life? Your daily devotions stuck in a bit of rut? Or are you simply looking for new ways in which to deepen your relationship with God? Either way, this is the resource for you: a book covering every day of the year, including extra material for Christian seasons not automatically covered. Here you will find material on a host of themes that speaks both to you and for you; that puts you more in tune with God, more in touch with the divine. It cannot replace your personal prayers, of course, but it can complement them, inspire them, deepen them, shape them, each prayer becoming your prayer. Contents Introduction January February March April May June July August September October November December Special Days of the Christian Year Scriptural Feedback Thematic Feedback Specifications Format - Paperback Published - January 2023 Pages - 409 Dimensions -153 x 230 x 25mm ISBN -  978-1838581473 ISBN 10 - 1838581472

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From Annie Try Discover a powerful story of resilience and faith. Em's journey through life in care and the aftermath of traumatic memories leads her on a quest for normality, including uncovering family secrets. But the truth she discovers tests everything she holds dear - her passion for dance, relationships, and identity. Follow her as she searches for the support she needs and finds strength in her faith. This heart-wrenching tale will inspire and encourage Christian teens on their own journeys. Published book reviews: Sue Strifles - 16-03-23 Unintentional Poet - 13-03-23 C.F. Dunn - 18-03-23

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From Georgie Tennant The God Who Sees You is a series of 30 reflections to help us overcome the uneasy feeling that plagues so many of us: that we are unseen, unacknowledged, unloved, misunderstood. As Georgie Tennant takes us on a journey from the Old Testament through to the New, she examines the stories of a variety of Biblical characters - some household names and some unheard of - who felt these things too. As they encountered a God who saw them, understood them and called them higher, so too can you. Each reflection takes the reader deeply into the Biblical narrative and offers a suggestion for a song to listen to, connected to each theme, as well as questions for personal reflection to help you on your journey to feeling seen, valued and secure. "For any Christian who isn't constantly riding on the crest of a faith-wave (hint: that's all of us), Georgie's devotional is balm to the soul. A spiritual gem to return to whenever we're feeling invisible or insignificant: for this is the God who sees."- Lucy Rycroft Specifications Book Format - Paperback Published -  March 2023 Weight -  230g Page Count -   145 Dimensions -19.8 x 12.8 x 1.2 cm ISBN - 9781838581572 ISBN 10 -  183858157X

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From Margaret McAllisterBuyer beware! The price of a bargain may be higher than you think.Everyone is thrilled by The Life Shop. It sells everything - from cat baskets to cruises to career plans - and all a great price. Lorna alone cannot understand why her friends, neighbours and even her normally sensible Mum are obsessed by the Life Shop. She realises that its customers seem to be losing their individuality.Are the enticing products costing more than is apparent? More importantly, Lorna is also concerned about her disabled brother - how does he fit into the Life Shop's all too perfect world?Appropriate for 12+

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At a time, when many people are re-thinking their relationship to the natural world, and their understanding of church, this book is vital. This book aims to transform your worship and spirituality through Bible teaching on the natural world. The natural world is a revelation of God. It is one of the ways he has always revealed himself to people.  In the Bible, people connected with God in the wild, Moses found God in a bush, Elijah found Him in whisper. People’s first revelation of God was through the natural world. The Bible starts outside and ends outside. All the best-known stories in the Bible take place outside. Jesus’s teaching takes place outside. He points out the world around him as he talks.  Wild church is becoming more popular all the time. It is a great way of doing church. It is fantastic for people who are seeking God, and it is fantastic for people who don’t even know that they are seeking after God. It is fantastic for people who are disillusioned with mainstream church, and for people who love traditional models of church.  It is fantastic for nature lovers, and people who don’t even know they are nature lovers yet. But this book is for anyone who wants to know God more. Wild Bible, Wild Church is an in-depth study of nature in The Bible, in order to lead people into deeper relationship with God.  Nature in the Bible communicates to us about God’s power, His glory, His strength, His wisdom, His mystery, His Love, and much more besides. In addition, nature can teach us about our spirit, our purposes and the ways we are built in God’s image. Become more wild as you learn to connect to our wild God. 

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