When a tragedy disrupts her life, a teenager moves in with her guardian's big family in a small town and learns lessons about love, hope, and friendship.
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Sail Me Away Home
By Ann Clare LeZotteThis gripping story, set in the world of the award-winning Show Me a Sign and Set Me Free, completes an unforgettable trilogy centering the d/Deaf experience.
Celebrating the role of gratitude in our lives, Cornelius Plantinga makes the case that it is the very key to understanding our relationships with one another, the world around us, and God.
Jaime Jamgochian offers listeners soothing and sweet melodies in her latest release, Sacred Surrender, her first record in almost four years.
The Warsaw Sisters
By Amanda BarrattSet in Poland during WWII, this richly detailed historical novel for adults narrates the stories of twin sisters Antonina and Helena Dabrowska, residents of Warsaw.
A Black and autistic pastor uses historical records, biblical interpretation, and disability studies to examine how ableism in America led to the creation of images, idols, and institutions that perpetuate disability and racial discrimination.
When a middle-aged German woman inherits a house on a Croatian island, she embarks on a spur-of-the-moment trip that reignites her joy in life and opens a door to new love.
Parent Talks, a podcast produced by a CRC church, is a place where parents invite Jesus into their parenting.
On the Edge of the World
By Anna DesnitskayaAs readers flip the book between Vera in Russia and Lucas in Chile, they will learn just how big—and how small—a place the world can be.
Go as a River
By Shelley ReadIn the spirit of Where the Crawdads Sing and set amid the beauty and wilderness of the Colorado mountains, this is a deeply moving story of a young woman who follows her heart.
Ethan Hunt and the IMF team must track down a terrifying new weapon that threatens all of humanity if it falls into the wrong hands.
When Religion Hurts You: Healing from Religious Trauma and the Impact of High-Control Religions
By Laura E. AndersonAn exposé of the dangers of high-control religions that makes it easier to recognize and resist religious abuse.
Zorro discovers family secrets that will change his destiny forever as he tries to free California.
This Here Flesh: Spirituality, Liberation, and the Stories That Make Us
By Cole Arthur RileyThe creator of Black Liturgies weaves stories from three generations of her family alongside contemplative reflections to discover the “necessary rituals” that connect us with our belonging, dignity, and liberation.
The Banner’s children’s book reviewer discovers a gem of faith and light for 8- to 12-year-old readers that’s perfect for fans of Anne of Green Gables.
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Arriving in New York City in 1889, Mother Francesca Cabrini is greeted by disease, crime and impoverished children. She soon sets off on a daring mission to convince the mayor to secure housing and health care for society's most vulnerable.
Cobalt Red: How the Blood of the Congo Powers Our Lives
By Siddharth KaraAn unflinching investigation reveals the human rights abuses behind the Congo’s cobalt mining operation—and the moral implications that affect us all.
A father’s stirring and tender tribute to the son he lost to suicide.
Grammy Award–winning music producer Charlie Peacock shares evocative, in-depth stories of crafting popular songs the whole world sings.
What If I Can’t Explain God?
By Jennifer Grant. Illustrated by Hsulynn PangIn this new picture book by the author of Maybe God Is Like That Too, children will learn that accepting a bit of mystery is part of what it means to have faith.
Journey With Jesus: an Easter Story
By Ann Ingalls. Illustrated by Steliyana DonevaYoung readers are invited to journey with Jesus all the way to Easter and experience his great love for each one of us.
Author Isabel Wilkerson writes her seminal book Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents while coping with personal tragedy.
Sit in the Sun and Other Lessons in the Spiritual Wisdom of Cats
By Jon M. SweeneyJon Sweeney offers a beautifully illustrated, playful, gentle, meditation on the many spiritual truths and practices our feline companions provide if we but pause and pay attention.