Christchurch Resource Library

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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DVD
Sheerluck Holms and the Golden Ruler (Veggie Tales) 2005 Running time : 52 mins A nail-biting mystery starring Larry the Cucumber as Sheerluck Holmes and Bob the Tomato as his venerable sidekick Dr Watson. Another in the Veggie Tales animated stories. Includes bonus resources and activities (Cat.585)
Book
A captive in Rome (Kathy Lee) 2005 First in the Tales of Rome trilogy, The second book in the Tales of Rome trilogy which are adventure stories of a young Briton captured by the Romans and set at the time of the early church. (Cat.534)
Amrach and the paraclete (John Glass) 2004 A fantasy story , ideal for all ages including young people. successfully weaves fantasy in with biblical truths. (Cat.203)
An alien for Christmas (Brian Ogden) 2003 It's Christmas time again, but things are turning out to be very different this year for Sophie. Find out what happen when an alien secretly goes to school and causes chaos... Ideal for new readers. (Cat.221)
Badger's parting gifts(Susan Varley)2002 A story book which can help children come to terms with the death of those they love. (Cat.428)
Bernard Bunting : The worm doctor & The spider spotter (Ro Willoughby) 2003 Two hilarious Bernard Bunting stories brought together in one book. The stories tell of Bernard's antics with spiders on a camping trip with his family and how he and his friends come to the rescue of worms everywhere! (Cat.215)
Bernard Bunting and the wet french fries (Ro Willoughby) 2003 Suddenly Bernard had a very scary thought... HE was lost!.. Join Bernard in this adventure when he and his family go on a trip to France. Another ready to read book in the Roller-coasters series by Scripture Union (Cat.216)
Best mates (Bob Hartman)2010 Stories from the Bible but with a difference, following the adventures of best mates Pip, Tommo and Big Bart (Cat.759)
Best mates too! (Bob Hartman) 2010 Stories from the Bible but with a difference, following the adventures of best mates Pip, Tommo and Big Bart. (Cat.737)
Chasing Francis : a novel (Ian Morgan Cron)2006 A modern-day journey in the footsteps of St Francis of Assisi. (Cat.853)
Daniel and the Beast of Babylon (Roger McGough) 2004 The people of Babylon live under a dark shadow .. the fear of a terrifying beast! Can Daniel rid Babylon of it's beast? (Cat.371)
Different shoes (Carol Hathorne) 2003 Gina would love to be a footballer - a real pro. But a terrible car accident means that she might never be able to play again. Will she have to give up her dreams, or does God have something new around the corner? (Cat.225)
Dr Sylver and the library of everything (Paul Kercal) 2004 Highly acclaimed Christian adventure story, part reality, part fantasy, more exciting than Harry Potter (!) for teenagers upwards (Cat.138)
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)
Fabulous Phoebe (Kathy Lee) 2003 This time around 13 year old Phoebe and her friend Ellie reveal their system of grading boys A = absolutely adorable, B = better than most, etc. Then there's the awful Babysitting incident... and talking to God about it all! (Cat.212)
Halfway house (Eleanor Davies) 2002 When Laura's church is left an old pub in a will, nothing gets in the way of the youth group as they convert it into a drop-in cafe. (Cat.238)
Jake the juggler (Kay Kinnear) 2003 Have you ever tried and tried to do something, but found it too difficult? Jake wants to learn to juggle...found out if he make it in this funny book about .. keeping going! Ideal for new readers. (Cat.220)
Joe in the lion's den (Helen Davie) 2002 All Joe wants is a place of his own where he can g4et away from his baby brother and annoying older sister. When Joe builds a den for himself he thinks he's found the perfect solution. But the den brings its own problems.... (Cat.224)
Jonah and the bony-finned asteroid fish (Jo Sheringham) 2019 A mix of The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, The Discworld series and sci-fi film The Fifth Element with a touch of the Wizard of Oz, the author tells a humorous, futuristic retelling of the story of Jonah. (Cat.1353)
Josh (Stephanie Jeffs and Jacqui Thomas) This is the story about the sudden death of Josh's friend, Max, and how Josh comes to terms with this. Sensitively written and beautifully illustrated. (Cat.114)
Just jazz (Dandi Daley Mackall)2006 The story of Jazz Fletcher, budding artist enters an art competition to prove her worth - a journey of faith and self-discovery. One of the books in the FaiThGirLz series. (Cat.822)
Knowing Aslan : an encounter with the Lion of Narnia (Thomas Williams) 2005 Using biblical parallels, this small, easy-to-read book will lead readers to an understanding of Christ and what He did for them by drawing lessons from the C.S. Lewis book and movie. (Cat.179)
Lois (Millie Murray) 2003 Lois knew that her life would be difficult - no money, no friends, her family in shock. When she is befriended by a Christian, Tia, she decides she doesn't want to be involved with a religious nutcase! But she didn't know that she was going to become a target.... (Cat.214)
Maximus and the computer mouse (Brian Ogden) Another collection of Maximus Mouse tales, each story ending in a short prayer (Cat.110)
Maximus Mouse A collection of very short stories about Maximus and his friends, each ending with a prayer (Cat.112)
Maximus Mouse and friends (Brian Ogden) One of the "ready to read" series, seven tales from Maximus Mouse collection including Rollerblades (Cat.109)
Mighty warriors for God (Keith McCullough) 2002 David wasn't the only man to go into battle for God - meet some famous and less well known fighters in the Bible and discover what it takes to be a warrior for God. Another in the Roller-coaster Scripture Union series for those ready to read. (Cat.218)
My grandma has gone to heaven (Alex Foxhall) 2002 A story about a boy called Peter and his anger and disappointment when God takes away his grandma. Peter learns how God is always there even during times of sadness, anger and confusion. (Cat.152)
My name is Lucy Doherty (Helen Santos) 2003 "I didn't think my life story would be all that interesting, but there's things about my Dad (who I've never met), and my mum.... then there's my best friend Lottie. In fact, now that I think about it, this is going to be a pretty interesting book....." A brilliant tale for both Christian and non-Christian children and an ideal evangelistic story book. (Cat.227)
Oriel in the desert : An Archangel's account of the life of Moses This is the personal diary of Archangel Oriel giving an amusing yet insightful account of the life and character of Moses. The reader gets to eavesdrop on the affairs of heaven including the first drafting of the TWELVE commandments (Cat.156)
Oriel's Diary : An Archangel's account of the life of Jesus (Robert Harrison) 2002 An amusing, yet revealing fictional account of the life of Jesus, based closely on Luke's Gospel, as told from the perspective of one of the angelic host, the archangel Oriel. (Cat.370)
Oriel's Diary : An Archangel's account of the life of Jesus (Robert Harrison) 2002 An amusing, yet revealing fictional account of the life of Jesus, based closely on Luke's Gospel, as told from the perspective of one of the angelic host, the archangel Oriel. (Cat.154)
Oriel's Travels : An Archangel's travels with St Paul (Robert Harrison)2003 Sequel to Oriel's Diary, here the archangel Oriel gives an amusing and meaningful account of his travels with St Paul. (Cat.183)
Phoebe's fortune (Kathy Lee) 2003 13 year old Phoebe shares with the reader events in her life. Here money makes people do crazy things, but how far will Phoebe and Ellie go to get some extra cash? (Cat.985)
Redeeming love (Francine Rivers) A powerful novel. Set in California's gold country in 1850, the story of a young woman abused as a child . Then she meets Michael Hosea who loves her unconditionally. Based on the book of Hosea this is a life-changing story of God's unconditional, redemptive, all-consuming love. (Cat.106)
Rome in flames (Kathy Lee) 2005 The second book in the Tales of Rome trilogy which are adventure stories of a young Briton enslaved in Rome, set at the time of the early church. Christians are meeting in secret and Bryn faces danger at every turn. Will he be able to hold on to his new-found faith? (Cat.535)
Rosie: note to self (Claire Connor with G.P. Taylor) "Uplifting romantic comedy" involving relationships, love, loss, bereavement and loyalty. Set between New York and Northumberland. (Cat.724)
Saints & Sailors (Pam Rhodes) Book 4. The Dunbridge Chronicles. Reprinted by Torch Trust 2021 [VOL 1 of 2] LARGE PRINT 17PT. Book 4 of the popular Dunbridge Chronicles. Three groups of people come together for a more-or-less godly cruise around the British Isles: to Lindisfarne, the Loch Ness Monster Museum, Iona and Mull, Dublin and the Scilly Isles. (Cat.1487A)
Saints & Sailors (Pam Rhodes) Book 4. The Dunbridge Chronicles. Reprinted by Torch Trust 2021 [VOL 2 of 2] LARGE PRINT 17PT. Book 4 of the popular Dunbridge Chronicles. Three groups of people come together for a more-or-less godly cruise around the British Isles: to Lindisfarne, the Loch Ness Monster Museum, Iona and Mull, Dublin and the Scilly Isles. (Cat.1487B)
The book of good and evil (Kathy Lee) 2009 For Jamie, Rob and Ali, the magnificent island city of Embra holds different paths. Jamie struggles to make a living, and is constantly drawn to the book in the seal-skin bag. How will the words inside help him to cope with war, robbery and the treachery of Sir Kenneth? A white knuckle ride of a sequel to The Book of Secrets! (Cat.538)
The book of life (Kathy Lee)2009 Part of the Lost Book Trilogy. A blind beggar from the south brings a mysterious message to the King of Lothian : An old friend needs your help.. but this is the start of a dangerous mission. Can Rob and Jamie still trust in God even when he seems far away? (Cat.1001)
The book of secrets (Kathy Lee) 2008 Book 1 of the Lost Book Trilogy. Jamie and Rob live a simple life on the island of Insh More. But Rob dreams of more and leads them both into mortal danger. Will the book in the seal-skin bag help them? Futuristic fantasy fiction echoing 2 Kings 22,23. (Cat.537)
The edge of the empire (Kathy Lee) 2006 The final story in the Tales of Rome trilogy. Bryn returns home, but his homeland is not as he left it! He finds himself in one of the most dangerous and uncivilised countries in Europe - Britain! (Cat.536)
The Great Divorce : A Dream (C S Lewis) 2001 A fable and an allegory, the writer embarks on an incredible voyage through Heaven and Hell... [Read the Review.] (Cat.616)
The Junkyard Dragon (Beth Webb, illustrated by Russell Julian) 2007 Everyone knows what Daisy wants for her birthday. Buyt just where cvan you find a jaw-snapping, scale-rattling, wing-beating, fire-breathing, real-live dragon? A colourful story for the very young. (Cat.576)
The last straw and more (Helen Parker) 2003 A collection of short stories for teenagers. (Cat.239)
The Lion storyteller Christmas Book (Bob Hartman) 2005 Christmas stories from the Bible, as well as tales and legends from around the world to delight children of all ages. (Cat.308)
The negotiator (Dee Henderson) 2001 Book One in the O'Malley series.. we find Dave Richman who has spent his life protecting people; failure is not in his vocabulary. He'll figure out a way to protect Kate even if she is determined to make it difficult. (Cat.253)
The Priest (Francine Rivers) 2004 Moses parted the Red Sea. But in his shadow stood a man who symbolizes forever our great High Priest. This is one of five novellas in the Sons of Encouragement series by Francine Rivers. Brilliant prose and gripping characterisations. Includes a Bible study for individual/group use. (Cat.251)
The Time-for-bed Angel (Ronica Stromberg, illustrated by Kristina Stephenson) 2008 A story for the very young. Andrew is always making a mess. Little does he know he had a guardian angel, Sam, to sort out his muddles.... join Andrew and Sam in their bedtime adventure (Cat.574)
The very worried Sparrow (Meryl Doney, illustrated by Gaby Hansen)2006 There was once a very worried sparrow... he worried about flying, about having enough food... and most of all he worried about the sparrowhawk. Then he made an important discovery..... A story for the very young with colour illustations. (Cat.575)
This present darkness (Frank Peretti) 1992 A novel based on the life experiences of three characters and their battle against evil. (Cat.415)
Where the river begins (Patricia St John) 2003 A story about a boy called Francis whose life has has become confusing and unhappy. Then one day he sets out on a journey that will change his life forever as he tries to find out where the river begins... (Cat.629)