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The items listed here are all available in the Resource Library at Christchurch (just inside the front doors). This facility has been made possible by generous funding from the North Herts Methodist Circuit.

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Dreams of a homecoming (Lyrics and Music : Andy Mayo) 2001
In Andy's words : "I have met with One who calls Himself the Prince of Peace. He once said : "Come to me and I will give you rest", His name is Jesus. This album is about His touch on a person's life." (Cat.275)
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A glimpse of eternity : the testimony of Ian McCormack
Ian McCormack recounts his encounter with death and the realms beyond. (Cat.801)
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Encounters with John Wesley DVD ( performed by Mark Topping, Frank Topping, Alan Moore, Alan Convenay)2008 [89mins]
This performance by Mark Topping brings to life the legendary preacher's search for faith, his tireless travelling, the violent opposition he faced, and his passionate single-minded drive. Includes four Wesley "Sermons" : Lay not up treasures; Thoughts on slavery; Awake, thou that sleepest; Thoughts on war; also includes an interview with Mark Topping. (Cat.1103)
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More to life (DVD). 2003. Duration : 13 minutes
Real life stories of men and women who have found more to life through faith in Jesus (Cat.639)
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The Source : Encountering Jesus today : Spring Harvest 2013 DVD (Tania Bright-Cook) Night 5 : Merciful [Adult]
Big Top Celebration on Night 5 of Spring Harvest 2013 at Minhead. **NB: Adult Subject matter.** (Cat.980)
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The Walk (Murray Watts) 2007. Run time:28 mins.
Bringing to life the true story of William Wilberforce, whose passion to end Britain's part in the transatlantic slave trade helped change the lives of millions. Starring Andrew Harrison. Downloadable resources for REC, PSE/Citizenship/Media Studies available. (Cat.424)
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A glimpse of eternity : one man's story of life beyond death (Jenny Sharkey) 2010
The true story of Ian McCormack's encounter with death and the realms beyond it. This story touches on some of the deepest questions we all eventually ask. Re-told by Jenny Sharkey. (Cat.800)
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A time to speak : Christian believers in the West tell how they have suffered because of their faith in Jesus (David Waite)2008
This book will shock many to read the stories of individuals who have suffered persecution in the West because of their faith. The book also explains what we as individuals can do to support and pray for those being persecuted. (Cat.587)
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A wind in the house of Islam : how God is drawing Muslims around the world to faith in Jesus Christ (David Garrison) 2014
This book is the result of the responses when David Garrison asked a thousand Muslim-background followers of Christ from movements in each of the Nine Rooms in the House of Islam "Tell me your story. What did God use to bring you to faith in Jesus Christ?" (Cat.1139)
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Against all odds (Wendy Alec) 2006
The story of a young couple who battled incredible obstacles to alunch one of the fastest growing Christian networks in the world. (Cat.844)
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Am I missing something? Christianity through the eyes of a new believer (Ruth Roberts) 2013
With gentle humour Ruth Roberts shares her life as a new Christian. (Cat.991)
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Because of you, my dear brothers and sisters (Esther Davenport)
This book follows Esther Davenport on her experiences with persecuted Christians and her journey of hope, love and discovery and invites the reader to find his/her healing too. (Cat.802)
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Behind every smile : Pictures, poems and thoughts inspired by experiences of working with street children (Ashley Coggins)2008
Through pictures, poems and thoughts, this book will give you an insight into the lives of the street children in South East Asia. (Cat.586)
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Beyond beards & burqas : connecting with Muslims (Martin Goldsmith) 2009
The author shares colourful stories from a lifetime of conversations and friendships with Muslims around the world and helps the reader to become better equipped to make his/her own connection with Muslims - to the glory of God. (Cat.990)
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Blessed be your name : worshipping God on the road marked with suffering (Matt + Beth Redman) 2005
Sharing personal experiences, Matt and Beth Redman show how painful circumstances and our choices can either propel us toward God or away from Him, build up our faith or break it. Includes Bible references. (Cat.175)
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Breakout : one church's amazing story of growth through mission-shaped communities (Mark Stibbe and Andrew Williams) 2008
Breakout is on the cutting edge of a new tidal wave of church life ... Mark Stibbe and Andrew Williams have mapped the course that will equip a host of new leaders in the Body of Christ (Cat.661)
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Broken dreams, fulfilled promises (Carolyn Ros) 2006
The moving story of Johan and Carolyn Ros and Carolyn's determination to see the power of God rebuild their lives piece by piece. (Cat.907)
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Broken relationships : the ending of a same-sex relationship (Martin Hazell) 2006
One in the Loss and Bereavement series from the United Reformed Church, this booklet tells of the journey by the author of his personal experience of loss. (Cat.265)
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C S Lewis : a life (Alister McGrath) 2013
A fascinating portrayal of a creative genius who continues to inspire millions of readers around the world. (Cat.1037)
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Chasing the dragon (Jackie Pullinger) 2010
When the author set sail from England in 1966 she had no idea that God was calling her to the Walled City in Kowloon District of Hong Kong. As she spoke of Jesus Christ, brutal Triad gangsters were converted, prostitutes quit and Jackie discovered a new treatment for drug addiction : baptism in the Holy Spirit. This is her story. (Cat.1424)
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Daughters of Eve : Women of the Bible speak to women of today (Virginia Stem OWENS)
An examination of the fascinating stories of women throughout the Bible and how issues they faced are often the same as those faced by women today. (Cat.099)
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Escape with a good book : 10 sample chapters (Terry Dekker, Karen Kingsbury, Jerry B Jenkins, Darren Dillman, Wayne Thomas Batson, Tass Saada, Dean Merrill, Colin Garnett, Shell, Irene Howat, Marion Field) 2009
Sample chapters from fiction and non fiction (biographies) (Cat.641)
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Faith in adversity : a praying mother's story (Janis Adams)2014
The autobiography of Janis Adams retelling her journey of faith and the power of a praying mother for her children and others. (Cat.1167)
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Fathomless riches : or how I went from pop to pulpit (The Revd Richard Coles) 2014
A personal, honest and illuminating account of a transformation from hedonistic self-abandonment to "the moment that changed everything". (Cat.1235)
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Fleeting Shadows : How Christ transforms the darkness(Malcolm Duncan) 2015
A Cover to Cover Lent Study Guide for small groups focusing upon the connection between Psalm 23 - the Shepherd's Psalm - and Jesus as the Good Shepherd in John's Gospel. Six sessions including opportunities for meditation, prayer, worship, discussion, reflection and practical response. Includes Leader's Notes. (Cat.1306A)
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Fleeting Shadows : How Christ transforms the darkness(Malcolm Duncan) 2015
A Cover to Cover Lent Study Guide for small groups focusing upon the connection between Psalm 23 - the Shepherd's Psalm - and Jesus as the Good Shepherd in John's Gospel. Six sessions including opportunities for meditation, prayer, worship, discussion, reflection and practical response. Includes Leader's Notes. (Cat.1306B)
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From witchcraft to Christ (Doreen Irvine) 2007 Edn
From poverty, drugs and prostitution to a life of joy and freedom, this true story charts one woman's entanglement with occult and her eventual dramatic release. (Cat.528)
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God's dangerous book : the surprising history of the world's most radical book (Nick Page) 2011
"The trust that the Bible was not delivered whole, shrink-wrapped and Jiffy-bagged onto the desk of St Paul by some heavenly Fed-Ex courier" God's Dangerous Book explores not only how the Bibles on our shelves came to be made, but the many ways in which the Bible has changed those who encountered it. Rigorously researched, but spiced with Nick Page's trademark humour, this is a biography of the Bible - the most dangerous, most thrilling, most life-changing of books. (Cat.1467)
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God's smuggler :one man's mission to change the world (Brother Andrew with John and Elizabeth Sherrill) 60th Anniversary Edition 2015
60 years ago a young Dutchman was inspired to smuggle Bibles into Communist Eastern Europe. Following the rise of Communism after the Second World War, Christians behind the Iron Curtain had never felt more alone, persecuted and forgotten. Brother Andrew's bold actions proved otherwise, as he smuggled a few, then hundreds, then thousands of Bibles across dangerous borders and into needy hands. His story reads like a page-turning thriller - it has inspired millions of people around the world. (Cat.1431)
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God's Golden Acre . (Dale le Vack) 2005
The inspirational story of Heather Reynolds and her fight for some of the world's most vulnerable AIDS orphans (Cat.164)
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Guns to God :my journey from drug dealing to deliverance (Claud Jackson) 2021
Though exceptional in parts, Claud's journey is remarkably relatable: it is one of being shaped by circumstance and formed through faith, of losing yourself only to be found. Above all, his story is a testament to the life-changing power of Jesus Christ. (Cat.1383)
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Holding nothing back (Tim Hughes) 2008
Tim explores how we should worship God and finds answers in scripture, in creation and in the pains and struggles of humanity, encouraging the reader to hold nothing back. (Cat.1269)
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Hope has wings : the Mission Aviation Fellowship story (Stuart King) 2006
The story of the Mission Aviation Fellowshop (MAF) the Christian organisation which spans over 60 years and continues to provide humanitarian aid to people all over Africa. With maps. (Cat.821)
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I dared to call him Father (Bilquis Sheikh) 2003
The miraculous story of a Muslim woman's encounter with God. (Cat.1428)
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I dared to call Him Father (Bilquis Sheikh) Revised edition 2003 Read Reviews
The miraculous story of a muslim woman's encounter with God. (Cat.663)
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I have seen God : The miraculous story of the Diospi Suyana Hospital in Peru (Klaus-Dieter John)2014
The remarkable story of Diospi Suyana Hospital which reveals what happens when people take God seriously. (Cat.1303)
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I thought there would be cake (Katharine Welby-Roberts)2017
The author shares with the reader her struggles with depression, anxiety and self-doubt, and ways of coping with her everyday issues. In response, we are encouraged to embrace our own self-worth. To recognise the value of our existence.. To let ourselves be loved. Exactly as we are. (Cat.1248)
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In every pew sits a broken heart (Ruth Graham) 2004
Ruth Graham, daughter of Billy Graham, lays open the agonising struggles of a far-from-perfect life and in so doing reveals the character of a God who deeply loves hurting, fallible people. (Cat.382)
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Its been a long time comin' (Leah Taylor Young)2016
An autobiography, a book about a journey of a life of loss, hardship, rejection, addiction, control and domination. For the author there was light at the end of her traumatic journey, this light could only be found in Christ Jesus, our Lord. (Cat.1326)
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Jesus : safe tender extreme (Adrian Plass) 2006
Adrian Plass shares with the reader in his own inimitable style his perspective on the three aspects of Jesus, providing examples through his own life experiences. (Cat.309)
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John Wesley : a brand from the burning (Roy Hattersley) 2002
Roy Hattersley looks back over the remarkable life and influence of John Wesley, leader of the second English reformation and founder of the Methodist Church. (Cat.854)
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Just a minute : in the heart of a child, one moment.. can last forever (Wes Stafford)2012
Leader of Compassion International, Wes Stafford retells story after powerful story of lives changed because someone took just a minute to connect in the life of a child. (Cat.974)
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Lazy, anti-social and selfish? Stories of hope from a new generation (Gavin Calver and Simeon Whiting)2009
Gavin and Simeon present eleven groups of real young people, and the adults who journeyed with them and helped to nurture and develop them. This book will encourage readers to see young people as exciting, challenging, vibrant and potential. (Cat.1107)
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Living Water (Brother Yun, edited by Paul Hattaway) 2008
A collection of Brother Yun's dynamic teachings from his life experiences of persecution and revival in China. Brother Yun teaches us that radical faith is not for the chosen few, but for every believer who dares to call Jesus Christ Lord. (Cat.519)
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Meeting Jesus : inspiring stories of modern-day evangelism(Howard Webber)
Meeting Jesus is a book about how the power of the gospel of Jesus Christ can work in the lives of ordinary men and women. The book is about the reality of what happens when people meet Jesus and about the kind of change he can effect when given the space to do his work. (Cat.753)
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Mister God, this is Anna (Fynn) 2005
The true story of a very special friendship between the author an Anna, an abandoned child in Docklands. The impact of Anna, a lively and intelligent girl was immense. A must-read for all ages. (Cat.119)
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My God, my all : A Friar's journey (Brother Bernard) 2008
A collection of writings by and memories of Brother Bernard, Friar, preacher, writer, spiritual counsellor to bishops and to wayfarers. (Cat.540)
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My heart will choose to say (John Musgrave) 2005
A story of cancer, faith and growing up written by one man who came through to a point of being able to declare "For me to live is Christ; to die is gain" regardless of what the future may hold. (Cat.406)
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My Story : from Welsh mining village to worldwide ministry (Selwyn Hughes) 2004
Find out the life behind the man who founded the Crusade for World Mission. (Cat.165)
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Nevertheless : one man's mission to change thousands of people's lives (John Kirby)2007
The story of the Christians Against Poverty (CAP) movement established by John and Lizzie Kirby. (Cat.1317)
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Nevertheless : the incredible story of one man's mission to change thousands of people's lives (John Kirby) 2011 Special Edition
The story of the Christians Against Poverty (CAP) movement established by John and Lizzie Kirby. (Cat.1429)
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Now open Sundays! A celebration of signs from a Church with a message (Rev Paul Sinclair) 2010
A joyful celebration of faith from a church with a message, namely funny, entertaining and thought-provoking signs outside the author's church in Willesden. (Cat.1318)
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Paul : a biography (Tom Wright) 2018
"An enthralling journey into the mind of Paul by one of the great theologians of our time; a work full of insight, depth and generosity of understanding" (Cat.1479)
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Prayers, texts and tears : a creative response to grief (Dai Woolridge) 2017
What happens when your whole world is shattered by the death of someone you love? For Spoken Word artist Dai Woolridge, losing his dad to cancer left him lost for words. In this raw, honest, and personal account of grief, using stories, psalm-like prayers and sometimes humour, Dai offers a creative response to God. [Dai's] prayer is that the reader will find God to be the ultimate Carrier of grief carriers. (Cat.1416)
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Run baby run : the story of Nicky Cruz (Nicky Cruz with Jamie Buckingham)
A powerful story based on the life of Nicky Cruz, a gangland leader in New York. Nicky finally meets Christ and a dramatic conversion follows. (Cat.108)
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Saddam's secrets : how an Iraqi general defied and survived Saddam Hussein (Georges Sada) 2006
In this eue opening expose, General Sada shares his bizzare yet amazing journey as an insoder to one of history's most sinister regimes. (Cat.273)
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Satan's lost his grip on me (Rob Joy) 2007
A remarkable account of the author's life documenting years of drug abuse and crime before being totally transformed by Jesus. (Cat.436)
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Secret believers (Brother Andrew and Al Janssen) 2007
Presented in the form of a novel, the stories are of real people living in the world today - Muslims in Islamic states who have converted to Christianity and experienced rejection and persecution. Brother Andrew is a missionary who founded Open Doors International which offers ministry to the persecuted Church. (Cat.547)
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Secret smuggler (John and Elizabeth Sherill) Open Doors
A short adaptation of "God's Smuggler", the best selling autobiographical book by Brother Andrew (Cat.1169)
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Secret smuggler (John and Elizabeth Sherill) Open Doors
A short adaptation of "God's Smuggler", the best selling autobiographical book by Brother Andrew (Cat.1170)
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Seriously funny : life love and God ... musings between two good friends (Adrian Plass and Jeff Lucas)
Adrian Plass and Geoff Lucas let their readers in on their private correspondence. This book is funny, sad, controversial and honest. (Cat.772)
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Shattering your strongholds : freedom from your struggles (Liberty Savard) 1992
A must-read for every person seeking to be rid of the chains that bind us and live the full life that is offered by our Lord. (Cat.395)
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Ships of mercy : the remarkable fleet bringing hope to the world's forgotten poor (Don Stephens)2005
The improbably but thrilling story of how a farm boy built a navy, how a retired ocean liner learned to be a hospital, and how a boat load of volunteers are changing the face of the world.. one person at a time. (Cat.829)
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Sisters of Sinai : How two lady adventurers found the hidden gospels (Janet Soskice)2009 Read Reviews
The re-telling of the travel adventures and biblical detection by two women from Scotland. (Cat.625)
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Staying in the boat and other things I wish I'd known (Jeff Lucas) 2018
Author, speaker, broadcaster and pastor Jeff Lucas looks back on his life and the lessons he's learned - from the profound to the painful, from the embarrassing to the hilarious - and sometimes our adventure requires us to faithfully stay put. (Cat.1355)
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Stories from the street : taking the Gospel to the people (Vince Esterman)
The fascinating adventure of a pastor arriving in France from Australia determined the reach the French population. (Cat.831)
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Street Angels (Paul Blakey MBE and Friends) 2014
The book tells amazing stories of communities and lives transformed across the UK and Spain. Through projects such as Street Angels, Club Angels, Town Pastors, Street Chaplains and NightLight you will read of how volunteers are helping change a culture. (Cat.1140)
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Street girls : Hope on the streets of Brazil (Matt Roper) 2001
This is the moving and challenging story of visionary Matt Roper and the Meninadanca Project - a charity which reaches out to the street-girls of Belo Horizonte in Brazil. (Cat.258)
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Take this bread (Sara Miles)2008
The spiritual memoir of a 21st Century Christian, Sara Miles, reveals to the reader that God does not discriminate and offers grace to all. (Cat.621)
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Ten boys who changed the world (Irene Howat)
Another in the Light Keepers series for 8 to 11 year olds, this book describes the lives of ten boys who, because of their faith and action, have changed the world. After each biography, there is a fact file, reflection, and a prayer. Read this book and find out what God wants you to do! Includes a quiz. (Cat.101)
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Ten girls who made a difference (Irene Howat)
Another in the Light Keepers series for 8 to 11 year olds, this book describes the lives of ten girls who, because of their faith made a difference in the world. After each biography, there is a fact file, reflection, and a prayer. Read this book and find out what God want you to do! Includes a quiz. (Cat.103)
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Ten girls who made history (Irene Howat)
Another in the Light Keepers series for 8 to 11 year olds, this book describes the lives of ten girls who, because of their faith made history. After each biography, there is a fact file, reflection, and a prayer.Read this book and find out what God want you to do! Includes a quiz. (Cat.102)
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The case for Christ : a journalist's personal investigation of the evidence of Jesus (Lee Strobel with Jane Vogel) 2001 [Student Edition]
"Lee Strobel - an award-winning legal journalist with a knack for asking tough questions - decided to investigate Jesus for himself. An atheist, Strobel felt certain his findings would bring Christianity's claims about Jesus tumbling down like a house of cards. He was in for the surprise of his life. Join him as he retraces his journey from skepticism to faith". (Cat.1471)
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The case for faith : a journalist investigates the toughest objections to Christianity (Lee Strobel with Jane Vogel) 2002 [Student Edition]
"Join Lee in a fascinating journey of discovery. You'll gain powerful insights that will reshape your understanding of the Bible. And you'll read true stories of people whose experiences demonstrate that faith in Jesus not only makes excellent sense, but a life-changing difference." (Cat.1472)
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The China Story, Copy 1 of 2 (Don Vallance)
Fascinating biography of long-time Christchurch member, Dr Geoffrey W Milledge during his time as a mission doctor in China. Written and researched by our own Don Vallance (Cat.029)
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The China Story, Copy 2 of 2 (Don Vallance)
Fascinating biography of long-time Christchurch member, Dr Geoffrey W Milledge during his time as a mission doctor in China. Written and researched by our own Don Vallance (Cat.083)
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The Cross and the Switchblade (David Wilkerson) 2002
The tortured face of a young killer, one of seven boys on trial for a brutal murder, started country preacher David Wilkerson on his lonely crusade to the most dangerous streets in the world. Violent gangs ruled by warlords, drug pushers and pimps held the streets of New York's ghettoes in an iron grip. It was into this world that David Wilkerson stepped, armed only with the simple message of God's love and the promise of the Holy Spirit's power. Then the miracles began to happen.. (Cat.1425)
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The gospel according to Oprah (Marcia Z Nelson) 2005
The author highlights the ways that Oprah Winfrey deepens our awareness of how society and world leaders live out the positive themes of the gospel. (Cat.200)
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The Grace Outpouring: Blessing others through prayer (Roy Godwin and Dave Roberts)
Roy Godwin runs the Christian retreat centre at Ffald-y-Brenin in rural Wales.His description of how it was set up and how being there has transformed lives among those who are/have been there (Cat.730)
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The irresistible revolution : living as a ordinary radical (Shane Claiborne) 2006 [2nd copy]
The invitation from Shane Claiborne : " Welcome to the irresistible revolution, a new and ancient way of life that is so attractive, who would settle for anything else? The revolution begins inside each of us, and through little acts of love, it will take over the world. Let us begin to be Christians again. Jesus, give us the courage. " (Cat.662)
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The invitation from Shane Claiborne : " Welcome to the irresistible revolution, a new and ancient way of life that is so attractive, who would settle for anything else? The revolution begins inside each of us, and through little acts of love, it will take over the world. Let us begin to be Christians again. Jesus, give us the courage. " (Cat.526)
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The journal of the Rev John Wesley : Volume 1 (Edited by Ernest Rhys) 1906 Reprinted 1921
The first of 4 volumes of Rev John Wesley covering his six journals from 14 October 1735 to 17 November 1746. Introduction by Rev F W Macdonald (Cat.952)
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The journal of the Rev John Wesley : Volume 2 (Edited by Ernest Rhys)1906 Reprinted 1922
The second of 4 volumes of Rev John Wesley covering his five journals from 25 November 1746 to 5 May 1760 (Cat.953)
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The journal of the Rev John Wesley : Volume 3 (Edited by Ernest Rhys)1906 Reprinted 1922
The third of 4 volumes of Rev John Wesley covering his five journals from 6 May 1760 to 12 September 1773 (Cat.954)
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The journal of the Rev John Wesley : Volume 4 (Edited by Ernest Rhys)1906 Reprinted 1922
The fourth of 4 volumes of Rev John Wesley covering his five journals from 13 September 1773 to 24 October 1790. Also includes particulars of the death of Mr Wesley, a short review of Mr Wesley's character, and an index. (Cat.955)
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The Liberator (Rob Lacey)
Bestselling author of "the word on the street",Rob Lacey retells the biographies of Jesus by Matthew, Mark and Luke with a mix of paraphrase, running commentary, satirical suggestions and interviews with the supporting cast. Can be read as novel, discussed as a group, performed as a script. (Cat.167)
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The Life and Wisdom of Augustine of Hippo (Lavinia Byrne)1998
One in the Saints Alive series introducing the life of Augustine. (Cat.824)
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The monster within (Brian Greenaway) 2012
From Hell's Angel to God's messenger... In his own words, Brian Greenaway relates his experiences battling "the monster within". Gritty and deeply personal, this book shows that God is able to bring about transformation in all of us. (Cat.906)
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The power of a story (UCB) 2016
A collection of stories of people who follow Christ including the team at UCB, United Christian Broadcasters (Cat.1212)
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The road to Canterbury (Archbishop Justin Welby) 2013
The biography of Justin Welby, the 105yh Archbishop of Canterbury, traces the story of his life and ministry. (Cat.1454)
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The servant Queen : and the King she serves (Mark Greene and Catherine Butcher) 2016
A tribute for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II's 90th birthday, focusing on the Queen's own words to draw out the central role of her trust in Jesus Christ, in shaping her life and work. (Cat.1155)
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The shed that fed a million children (Magnus Macfarlane-Barrow) 2015
Magnus, the founder of Mary's Meals, now feeds more than 1 million chronically hungry children every school day, all run from a small shed in the wilds of Scotland. Here Magnus tells how a series of miraculous circumstances led to the creation of Mary's Meals. (Cat.1195)
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The Son of God is dancing... A message of hope (Adrian and Bridget Plass) 2005
A book about AIDS filled with amazing stories of hope, tears and laughter. (Cat.563)
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The Treasure on the Shore : Living through and beyond the loss of a love one (Sylvie Nicholls) 2022
As the waves of grief recede, is there anything of value left behind on the shoreline of our lives? Through evocative stories and poems describing her own experiences of loss, Sylvie reaches out to those seeking to support them It is her hope that this book will help you search for your own 'treasure'. (Cat.1415)
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The truth of creation and a personal testimony (Norman Lloyd)2006
The author addresses the big questions ... what is the purpose of your life? Why is there a heaven and a hell? What does it mean to be made in God's image? Why is there sin in the world? Norman Lloyd also shares his personal testimony, a man transformed by the changing power of the risen Christ, from darkness to light in a moment. (Cat.521)
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The unlocking : God's escape plan for frightened people (Adrian Plass) 1996
Amusing and honest, this book dismantles our carefully constructed edifices of pretence and face-saving, showing us our true selves. Adrian Plass constantly reminds the reader too of the love and power of God who can unlock our frightened selves and lead us out into truth and freedom. (Cat.905)
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The Vicar of Baghdad : fighting for peace in the Middle East(Andrew White)2010
The story of Andrew White and his involvement in the Middle East, engaging with religious leaders and fostering the cross-faith reconciliation process. (Cat.843)
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Thoughts upon slavery (John Wesley)[2006]
Celebrating and commemorating the Bicentenary of the Abolition of the Slave Trade Act, this booklet reproduces John Wesley's article as well as his last letter to William Wilberforce in March 1791; includes a brief biography of the celebrated preacher and founder of the Methodist Church and a resources list. (Cat.470)
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Tough Talk : true stories of East London hard men (Arthur White & Ian McDowall with Millie Murray). 2016
The life stories of powerlifter and body builder Arthur White and Ian McDowell and their personal and individual transformation. (Cat.1236)
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Travels with a Primate : Around the world with Archbishop Robert Runcie (Terry Waite) 2001
A travelogue of often amusing trials and tribulations faced by Archbishop Robert Runcie and companionTerry Waite as they travelled across the globe. (Cat.118)
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True grit : women taking on the world, for God's sake (Deborah Meroff) 2004
Courageous and true adventures of nine "ordinary" women who are making a difference in such places as Tajikistan, India and Lebanon (Cat.434)
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True grit : women taking on the world, for God's sake (Deborah Meroff) 2004
Courageous and true adventures of nine "ordinary" women who are making a difference in such places as Tajikistan, India and Lebanon (Cat.435)
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Velvet Elvis: Repainting the Christian Faith (Rob Bell)
(Not Rob Bell of the Iona Community, but Rob Bell of Michigan) A pastor who with his wife started a new church at the age of 28. What he believs and what he has done, always aware of his own shortcomings. (Cat.681)
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Walk this way : 40 days on the road with Jesus (edited by Stephen Holmes and Russell Rook) 2009
40 days' worth of daily readings from Christians - past and present - who have walked that path with Jesus. (Cat.664)
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Wesley the preacher AND Newton the liberator (John Pollock) Two in One edition 2008
In one volume, the dramatic biographical stories of two spiritual heroes of the eighteenth century, John Wesley and John Newton. (Cat.851)
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What every kid wished their parents knew... and vice versa (Rob Parsons 49 and a half and Lloyd Parsons 17 and three quarters)
An amusing and honest look at the frustrations of having parents, or as Lloyd puts it, an antidote to all those books for parents. Lloyd does allow Rob to have the occasional say, too (Cat.151)
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When loss is liberation (Elizabeth Gray-King) 2006
Another in the Bereavement and Loss series from the United Reformed Church, the author explores loss not only in terms of a tragedy but one which can lead to dealing with unresolved issues which in turn can lead to liberation. (Cat.263)
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When parents separate (Michael Hopkins) 2006
A later addition to the Loss and Bereavement series of the United Reformed Church, this booklet is to help children and those supporting them when parents separate. (Cat.264)
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Who says you can't change the world? (Danny Smith) 2003
A book which says that ordinary people can change the world. Danny Smith relates his story which reads like a thriller and promises to change your world. (Cat.404)
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Why I am a Christian : this is my story(John Stott) 2003
John Stott tells his spiritual story and gives the reason for his first life-changing step of faith on the path he has followed since that day. (Cat.999)
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Miscellaneous
The Story of Jesus (National Geographic) 2016 Reissued in 2018
Special Publication by National Geographic which journeys through the Holy Land and offers the reader to experience the origins of Christianity, including the discovery of archaeological findings. (Cat.1384)
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