Calvary Church
Thursday, September 09, 2010

 

CALVARY CHURCH LIBRARY

READ A GOOD BOOK!

Reading is a great way to unwind in these stressful times.   The Calvary Church Library has something for everyone, adults, children.  There are DVD's and videos, books on CD or tape, as well as a great book selection.  The library is available not only during Sunday morning services, but also Monday thru Friday during church office hours.

 What's New in the Library

Adults: 

NEW BOOKS FOR ADULTS

FICTION

"By Reason of Insanity" - Randy Singer

"John 3:16"  - Nancy Mosser

"Germ" - Robert Liparulo 

"The Secret," - Beverly Lewis

 

NON FICTION

"Power of the Positive Mom" - Karol Ladd

"Healed Without Scars" - David Evans

"Connecting" - Larry Crabb

"Opening the Door to Your Future" - Lamont McLean

"Landmines in the Path of the Believer" - Charles Stanley

"The God Chasers" - Tommy Tenney

 

CLASSICS

"Honey and Salt", by John F. Thornton and Susan B. Varenne Selected Spiritual Writing of Saint Bernard of Clairvaux

"The Applause of Heaven", by Max Lucado A Study on the Beautitudes

 

MUSIC

"Gaither Gospel Series

One of our congregation members has donated a Collection of "The Gaither Gospel Series!"

 

Pick up books for your preschooler to enjoy.  A great way to your child to calm down after a busy day and before bed.

 

Adult Book Reviews:
  

"Simple Gifts", by Lori Copeland
Simple Gifts takes place in a small town in Missouri. where everyone knows everyone else and their business. Marlene Queens has returned to her home town to settle matters of a deceased relatives' estate. Lying to her family and friends about her life since leaving Parness Springs, Missouri, she desperately tries to keep them from finding out the truth. Light and entertaining. Simple Gifts will warm your heart and make you laugh as you witness the consequences of lying and how God can turn something bad into good.

My Life As A Doormat, by Rene Gutteridge
Leah Townsend doesn't like to make waves. She is so agreeable, doing her best to please everyone that she doesn't know her own likes and dislikes. Her boyfriend puts her in a class to help her deal with conflict. Of course, she thinks this is a complete waste of time. but is surprised to discover a lot of things about herself, others, and life in general. This is Leah's story, witty, fun, a very enjoyable read.

"The Face of God", by Bill Myers
"Nevertheless, I have somewhat against thee, because thou hast left thy first love." Revelations 2:4, King James Bible. Daniel Lawson. successful pastor of a large church, heard these words, but didn't believe them, not about him. How could this be? A series of unfortunate events however, helps him to face the truth. Walk with Daniel as he is forced to travel to the Mideast in an exciting and dangerous adventure to search for the lost holy stones of the ancient Bible priests. His life is paralleled to an Islam priest and the Pharisees of the Bible. His search leads him to discover the depth of God's amazing love and find healing for his soul.

"Gods and Kings"
Book One of the Chronicles of the Kings Series, by Lynn Austin
Life in Old Testament times is portrayed in this interesting novel by Lynn Austin. Hezekiah, son of King Ahaz of Judah, is conflicted with his father's idolatry and his faith in the one true God of Israel. Read Gods and Kings and journey with Hezekiah as he grows up surrounded by the privileges of royalty, the horrors of idolatry, and his evil father. How does he survive and how will he be able to turn his country back to God?

"The Begotten, The Betrayed and The Blessed "
from The Trilogy of the Gifted
By Lisa T. Bergren
An illuminated letter, long buried by the Church – prophesying a fellowship of men and women possessing powerful spiritual gifts is the catalyst for a profound war that will bring either a new age of enlightenment or a darkness the world has never before seen.
As the Gifted gain strength, the powerful Lord Abramo Amidei, also known as the Sorcerer, gathers his demons to do spiritual warfare against the Gifted. How can a priest, a lady, a child, a fisherman, a soldier of the church and their knights defend themselves against the evil Sorcerer and the Church?
Start with The Begotten and find out what God can do!

 

 

Young Adults:

"The Lost Books Series", by Ted Dekker
"The Little Hickman Creek Series", by Sharlene MacLaren.

 

Juniors:

"The Gospel of Matthew, the Illustrated Bible, International Childrens' Bible"

"The Gospel of Mark, the Illustrated Bible, International Childrens' Bible"

"The Gospel of Luke, the Illustrated Bible, International Childrens' Bible"

"The Acts of the Apostles, the Illustrated Bible, International Childrens' Bible"

"Sisters In Time", by Various Authors
"The Wilderking Trilogy", by Johnathan Rogers
"A Life of Faith", by Kathleen McKenzie

"Rachel Yoder Series", by Wanda E. Brunstetter

Six new books in the Rachel Yoder Series, stars an 11-year old Rachel who is always getting in to some kind of trouble. See how her faith in God helps her in these typical situations for middle school children.

"The Sugar Creek Gang Series"
Eight to twelve year olds will enjoy the adventures of the Sugar Creek Gang. The Christian boys are caught up in thrilling adventures that help their faith in God to strengthen and grow.

Every middle school girl should read and will enjoy the classic, "Anne of Green Gables", by Lucy Montgomery.

Other classical reads for middle school children:

"The Secret Garden", by Francis Burnett
"Black Beauty", by Anna Sewell
"The Call of the Wild", by Jack London

 

New DVD's

Two Benji movies have been added to our collection for family enjoyment, Joe Camp's "Benji" and "For The Love of Benji".

Two DVD's for children, "Danger Rangers' Wild Wheels & Fires and Liars", are excellent aids in teaching your child lessons in safety.

Four DVD's of Calvary Church's Worship Choir - "Saviour", are also availbale for checkout.

 

CHECKOUT POLICY

Books, books on tape or cd, music cd's may be checked out for three (3) weeks.  Videos and DVD's can be checked out for one (1) week.  Please put your first and last name on the checkout card as well as your phone number.

We greatly appreciate timely return of borrowed books, dvd's, etc.  We do have a great many individuals who frequent and enjoy our library.  Thank you.

"Thank you" to all who have donated to the Calvary Church Library!

 

.FYI:  Library Usage (number of checkouts ) for May, 2009

CHILDREN'S FICTION - 8

 JUNIOR FICTION & NON-FICTION - 12

TEEN FICTION & NON-FICTION - 8

ADULT FICTION - 74 

ADULT NON-FICTION - 16

CHILDREN'S & FAMILY VIDEOS - 88

 UPDATED:  June 7, 2009.  Kaye Leaver, Librarian.