In the eyes of the world, Nemo was a little nobody. Through a series of events, he finds his place in a family, and becomes a nobody no longer. Yet a comfortable place in this world is the least of his blessings. Read about Nemo's encounter with the Wonderful Door that changed his life in more ways than one. For those who enter, this Wonderful Door leads to a heavenly home of glory and joy that never ends.
Women were essential to the ministry of Jesus and the flourishing of the early church. In Women in the New Testament, trusted guide Catherine Cory delves into the lives of the fascinating women who befriended Jesus, were healed and transformed by him, followed him as disciples, and proclaimed the good news of his resurrection. Journey through the New Testament, exploring the social and religious world of first-century Palestine and the remarkable lives of these women of faith. Six lessons survey New Testament texts about Mary the mother of Jesus, women healed by Jesus, the Samaritan woman, Mary and Martha of Bethany, Mary Magdalene, and various women of the early church, such as Priscilla and Phoebe. Commentary, study and reflection questions, prayers, and access to online lectures are included. 6 lessons.
This Little Black Book is your companion for Lent 2015. It’s an old-fashioned “vade mecum” (pronounced vahday maykum). That’s Latin for “travel with me” and was used to describe a book that was a constant companion – perhaps a condensed book of prayers for traveling priests, or a handbook for quick reference – something you could take with you anywhere. The right-hand pages walk through Luke’s passion narrative, a few verses at a time, with explanations and reflections along the way. It’s an ancient way of praying the Scriptures – called lectio divina. The left-hand page has a variety of quotes, information, and timely thoughts. Treat it like a buffet table from which you can take what you like. (If pressed for time, go directly to the right-hand page and spend your time there.) On Sundays and on various left-hand pages, we’ll especially call to mind the poor this Lenten season, remembering Pope Francis’ words that “(a)mong our tasks as witnesses to the love of Christ is that of giving a voice to the cry of the poor.” We won’t start reading the Gospels until Ash Wednesday. But we’ll start the six-minute program on Sunday, February 15 (the Sunday before Ash Wednesday), which will give us three days to get ready for Lent.
From the time she was a young child, Catherine of Siena sought God ceaselessly in both contemplation and action. By the time she was twenty-one, she had experienced her mystical "marriage" to Jesus Christ, and had thrown herself tirelessly into ministering to the poor and the sick. Throughout her active ministry, Catherine pursued eternal Truth through prayer, reading, and ecstatic experiences.While in a trance, Catherine of Sienna dictated The Dialogues—presented here in contemporary English. In this intense and searching work, this saint offers up petitions to God, filling her conversation with instruction on discernment, true and false spiritual emotion, obedience, and truth, and revealing her famous image of Christ as the Bridge. Catherine's brilliant insights into the nature of the spiritual life and the character of the Church will motivate contemporary Christians to unite a life of faith and prayer with a life of action.
Unto Us a Child… by Catherine Palmer Jeremiah Maddox agreed to let university administrator Lara Crane house international students in his guest cottage. But he never expected to host a married couple with three children—or babysit the family's infant at Christmastime. And what he least expected was to fall for the woman responsible for turning his life upside down! Christmas, Don't Be Late by Jillian Hart A misunderstanding caused millionaire Colton Nichols to be taken for Santa Claus by Amanda Richards's son. And the letter Jeremy sent broke his heart—Jeremy asked only that his sick sister be well and his mom's heart not be sad. Colton found himself praying for just that—and wishing this family were his own.
Erik Palmer presents an approach to teaching long-neglected but essential language arts that is aligned with the Common Core but focused on preparing K-12 students in all subject areas for 21st century communication inside and beyond the classroom.
This Little Rescue Book for Women in Crisis is a collection of 70 whimsical paper cuttings, cut with tiny curved nail scissors by artist Catherine Winkler Rayroud. The images depict her journey as a woman and her need to make sense of what it means to live in a female body. If you are a woman, each image's combination of sensibility and delicate sense of humor will undoubtedly make you smile or, if you are having a crisis, help you realize that you are not alone. www.catherinewinkler.com
Little. Mighty. Matchmaker. Working at the Top Dog Dude Ranch is ideal for contractor Micah Fuller as he learns to adjust to being the legal guardian for his little nephew. But school librarian Susanna Levine’s insistence that young Benji needs help reading has Micah overwhelmed. Hiring Susanna as Benji’s tutor seems perfect…until Benji starts matchmaking. Micah would give his nephew anything, even a puppy. But getting himself a wife? A tricky feat considering Susanna is adamant about keeping their relationship strictly business. From Harlequin Special Edition: Believe in love. Overcome obstacles. Find happiness. Top Dog Dude Ranch Book 1: Last-Chance Marriage Rescue Book 2: The Cowboy's Christmas Retreat Book 3: Last Chance on Moonlight Ridge Book 4: The Little Matchmaker Book 5: The Cowgirl and the Country M.D.
I am a mighty little woman. I am not a bit more special to God, than you are. The true stories in this book are about a few of the small miracles that God has graciously performed in my daughter's and my life. I say few because many other miracles have happened in our lives. I call the miracles small, because they are minuscule, compared to what God can do. If you will pray, listen to His still small voice, and obey immediately, you will witness miracles in your life, one after another. It's a road like none other. God wants to do miracles in your life! Author Bio: About the Author: Patricia Catherine Eline lives in Rockville, MD. She attends the Rockville Assembly of God Church nearby. She feels privileged to have Pastor Stan Nelson as her Pastor because he teaches the Word of God without compromise. Her Daughter lives in Virginia.
Discover Monet's life, art, home and garden as you read, draw and play Welcome to Monet’s home at Giverny. Discover the big, lush flower garden. Stroll along the garden paths. Learn the flowers’ name. Dress up in a Japanese kimono. Paint beach scenes with Monet. Go swimming in the River Seine on a hot summer day. Visit the first Impressionist art exhibit. Go for a ride in Monet's studio-boat. The Luncheon, Water Lilies, Haystacks: share a fun moment with your family while discovering Monet's major paintings thanks to this richly illustrated book! ABOUT THE COLLECTION Put yourself in the shoes of an artist or an explorer and learn all there is to know about art and history! Whether it is as a museum guide, a temporary exhibition catalog or a monograph, each book from the "Happy Museum" collection can be read while visiting a museum, an exhibition or simply at home. The concept is entertaining and interactive so that children can learn while having fun! Throughout the pages, you will find some games, observations, thoughts, creations, drawings and art history notions. Thanks to this varied and interactive content, children will be able to assimilate technical and theoretical notions like “still life”, “watercolors” and “impressionism”, which are sometimes abstract and difficult to understand. From 4 years old and for the whole family (parents, grandparents and teachers). ABOUT THE AUTHOR Catherine de Duve is an art historian and a painter. She worked for the Royal museums of Belgium’s educational services and created teaching workshops at the Brussels Foundation for Architecture. In 2000, she launched her own publishing house with a brand new concept. Advised by the director of MAC (Grand Hornu), she created the international collection “Happy Museum”, dedicated to a young audience. Catherine de Duve is also published by RMN, Hatier and Alice editions, and works with dozens of international museum curators. Thanks to this ebook, the whole family will learn more about: • Normandy • Impressionnism • Monet's life • His masterpieces
Gordon and Maxine's dreams of a blissful life of gardening, pub lunches and quiet retirement in the charming market town of Little Woodford are ruined when three very demanding members of their family come home. First up is daughter Abi and her unassuming partner Marcus. Abi is determined to move back to Little Woodford and only the perfect house will do. What could be better than parking with Mum and Dad, while she drives local estate agents and builders mad? Then comes Judith, Maxine's high-flying sister. A crisis has driven her, sobbing, to Little Woodford. Surely Gordon and Maxine have room for her to stay while she sorts things out? Lastly, the mother-in-law from hell, Anthea, has a fall in her rambling old house. After a spell in hospital, it looks as if there is only one place she can go... Never mind bliss, there is no peace to be had! Can Gordon and Maxine find a way to restore harmony in their home?
The Adventure Bible for Toddlers starts children ages 2-5 on the journey of a lifetime, teaching them about the Bible’s great stories and themes. It helps young children grow in their relationship with God using stories and art from the wildly popular Adventure Bible Storybook. With ten beautifully illustrated and beloved Bible stories from the Old and New Testament, this book will stimulate toddlers’ minds and fill their hearts with love for their heavenly Father.
PICTURE BOOKS. The little elephant, amazed at all the different animals he sees (creatures in the water, birds in the air) asks his mother, "Can God love them, wherever they go?". The little elephant admits that he is afraid of the dark, his mother gently reminds him that just as the loving God is with the birds and the whales, he is also with us, wherever we are and whatever our situation.
Little. Mighty. Matchmaker. Working at the Top Dog Dude Ranch is ideal for contractor Micah Fuller as he learns to adjust to being the legal guardian for his little nephew. But school librarian Susanna Levine’s insistence that young Benji needs help reading has Micah overwhelmed. Hiring Susanna as Benji’s tutor seems perfect…until Benji starts matchmaking. Micah would give his nephew anything, even a puppy. But getting himself a wife? A tricky feat considering Susanna is adamant about keeping their relationship strictly business. From Harlequin Special Edition: Believe in love. Overcome obstacles. Find happiness. Top Dog Dude Ranch Book 1: Last-Chance Marriage Rescue Book 2: The Cowboy's Christmas Retreat Book 3: Last Chance on Moonlight Ridge Book 4: The Little Matchmaker Book 5: The Cowgirl and the Country M.D.
The Little Girl Who Couldn’t Sleep was written and designed by a mum and ex English teacher to help children go to sleep. The moon looks down on the sleepy world below and finds that somewhere a little girl is awake. The moon goes searching for her, coming across a sleepy fox, a tired bird and an exhausted mouse, but they are all too tired to tell the moon where he can find her. It is the wise old owl who tells the moon to look through the window in the little house and it is here that the parent can attach a photo of their child. The beautiful hand painted circular illustrations and the gentle repetition of the commands to ‘shh’, ‘yawn’ and ‘sleep’ will soon have your little ones ready to go to bed.
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