Dear Theophilus: A Beautiful Letter from St. Luke begins a journey through St Lukes gospel. Expressly written with teenagers, young families, enquirers and searchers, and Christian leaders who minister to the young and young at heart. The informal biblical text encourages readers to hear anew the message of Lukes gospel and to meet its central fi gure: Jesus of Nazareth. Encouraged with delightful cartoons by Dennis Garlick, author and artist, express the joy to be found for all ages in the Christian community. As a non-practicing Christian, having been brought up a free-thinker (with a very C of E grandmother and mother, but cheerful agnostics on my fathers side), I was a bit surprised to be asked to edit an unashamedly Christian manuscript. and was unexpectedly moved -Anne Findlay, Editing Works, Melbourne. Your book on St. Lukes Gospel is simply fabulous. I cant get over what it must have taken to write it, in terms of time, effort, research. It is a very scholarly book, but at the same time very readable. All I have for it is praise. -Paddy Coffey, Surgeon M.B., Ch.B., F.R.C.S.(C), D.(Obs.)R.C.O.G. I have fi nally had a chance to sit down and look at your study material. It is great. It really will give people a chance to learn how the scriptures can help them refl ect on their own lives. I can imagine it appealing to people who may be put off by the idea of Bible study for fear of it being too dry, academic or hard .... I see lots of potential for it... -Rev. Catherine Eaton, Parish Priest.
Nancy Hawkins’ two books, Dear Theophilus, and Opening Doors to a New World offer unusual versions of St Luke’s gospel and his Book of Acts. The books highlight the relevance today of St Luke’s 2000-year-old story, offering an interpretation to which young and old will relate. The Christian faith is presented as an informal, joyful experience, bringing hope and encouragement to life. Luke, the physician, writes to his friend Theophilus to tell him the story of extraordinary recent events which would change the world forever.
The Magical Pond", A story of people attempting to find a new home. Meet Miranda and Samuel, children of immigrants who open their hearts to the love of their community. How her cultivation of a beautiful garden ignite and change those around her. It is a story of love, friendship, and death. How their love is kept in a magical place through time until the love of one child is able to " open the heart" of another changing the world forever.
Who would like to see a balanced mix of ages in more churches today? Who is missing? Perhaps more than at any time in the history of Christianity, the time is right to invite a young generation to explore their thoughts about spirituality, regardless of religious preference. Nancy Hawkins has written two books, previously Dear Theophilus, and now Opening Doors to a New World, to tackle the task of introducing Christianity as a joyful experience, incorporating spiritual fun to balance a serious traditional liturgy, enabling young people to find the excitement of belonging to the great Christian family. When a shadow fell over this seemingly unshakable institution, two young generations walked away, denied a pathway to the mystery and love of God and a caring church family. Opening Doors, a contemporary version of the Book of Acts, offers "dreams," ideas to cross generational and interfaith bridges. Opening Doors becomes a valuable resource with a wealth of historical information, challenging questions to stimulate discussion, a summary of important Christian events, a diagram of creation, and a brief look at twelve major religions. About the Author Nancy Hawkins grew up on a farm in England's West Country. Days spent roaming the great expanses of Dartmoor with a childhood friend left an indelible mark of the presence of their Creator. Trained in the Nightingale School at St. Thomas' Hospital in London, and later initiated, with others, an in-patient and domiciliary Hospice service. Married to Richard in the twelfth-century Cornwood church, South Devon, the couple sailed to Australia with their three children, where they live happily with an energetic and expanding family. Publisher's website: http: //sbprabooks.com/NancyHawkins
Natural and cultivated foods indigenous to Nantucket are discussed, and instructions for preparing dinners, lunches, and snacks of the island and its immediate environs are offered
Dreams for a world in harmony', along with its companion book, 'O my God! Where are you?', offers a creative two-year program of activities through music, singing, Q&As, a competition, and discussions for Advent, Lent or anytime, with a strong focus on youth and interfaith relationships"--Back cover.
Targeted at the systems professional and programmer, this text is a comprehensive reference into the intricacies of the two main communication protocols used on the Internet - TCP/IP and HTTP. The CD contains troubleshooting, diagnostic and programming utilities.
You’re no idiot, of course. You know many people have turned to Buddhism as an alternative to organized religion—but you’re mistaken if you believe that all Buddhists live a monklike existence. Don’t wait until your next life to experience Zen! The Pocket Idiot’s Guide® to Buddhism reveals the essence of Buddhist thought from its inception in the Far East to its growing devotees in the West. In this Pocket Idiot’s Guide®, you get: • The life of Siddhartha—better known as the Buddha—the founder of Buddhism. • The basic Buddhist belief system, including the Three Marks of Existence, the Four Noble Truths, and the Eightfold Path. • Fully explained concepts, such as Zen, karma, dharma, and sutras. • The history of the various Buddhist sects and their important influence.
Includes internet sites for American history, ancient civilization, archaeology, economics, geography, ethnic issues, government, current events, political science, global studies and world history.
Nancy Reagan describes her life from her happy childhood to her exciting stage and film career to her experiences as the wife of a famous actor, governor, and presidential candidate and expresses hopeful views on America's future.
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