Author: Jeff Thurman
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781701537682
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 110
Book Description
Enlightening personal read...and an easy, relevant resource for youth, adult and senior study groups...Everyone is welcome at the manger! All of us - even our dopey, sneezy, grumpy selves - are invited to come and see Jesus in the manger. Readers of every age will take away much from this clever, careful look at the birth of Jesus Christ, inspired by Dr. Thurman's Christmas creche and the unlikely figures his little granddaughter added to the scene......Rev. Dr. Jeff Thurman has always loved and collected nativity sets. One day his granddaughter, Dawson, was playing with one of his sets, and when she finished he noticed that there were some unexpected figuresin the scene. Besides the traditional Mary, Joseph, Shepherds, Kings, Donkey, Sheep, and Camels there were now four dwarfs from a kids' meal play set. Sneezy was keeping a respectable distance from the baby Jesus. Doc and Dopey were standing among the three Kings, and Grumpy was by the manger scowling. How appropriate that seemed! At the manger when Jesus was born, both rich and poor (Kings and Shepherds) were present. Folks may not be able to identify with the Kings and Shepherds, but most of us have at one time or another identified with the "Seven Dwarfs." All of us - our dopey, sneezy selves and our uppity selves - are invited to come and see Jesus in the manger. In this book Dr. Thurman looks at each of the figurines in the nativity set, including Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, and at others who historically might also have been present. He gives historical background and then helps to make some implications and applications for everyday life. This is for readers of all ages who want to know more about the characters who were present at the birth of Jesus Christ.
Baby Jesus and the Seven Dwarfs
Author: Jeff Thurman
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781701537682
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 110
Book Description
Enlightening personal read...and an easy, relevant resource for youth, adult and senior study groups...Everyone is welcome at the manger! All of us - even our dopey, sneezy, grumpy selves - are invited to come and see Jesus in the manger. Readers of every age will take away much from this clever, careful look at the birth of Jesus Christ, inspired by Dr. Thurman's Christmas creche and the unlikely figures his little granddaughter added to the scene......Rev. Dr. Jeff Thurman has always loved and collected nativity sets. One day his granddaughter, Dawson, was playing with one of his sets, and when she finished he noticed that there were some unexpected figuresin the scene. Besides the traditional Mary, Joseph, Shepherds, Kings, Donkey, Sheep, and Camels there were now four dwarfs from a kids' meal play set. Sneezy was keeping a respectable distance from the baby Jesus. Doc and Dopey were standing among the three Kings, and Grumpy was by the manger scowling. How appropriate that seemed! At the manger when Jesus was born, both rich and poor (Kings and Shepherds) were present. Folks may not be able to identify with the Kings and Shepherds, but most of us have at one time or another identified with the "Seven Dwarfs." All of us - our dopey, sneezy selves and our uppity selves - are invited to come and see Jesus in the manger. In this book Dr. Thurman looks at each of the figurines in the nativity set, including Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, and at others who historically might also have been present. He gives historical background and then helps to make some implications and applications for everyday life. This is for readers of all ages who want to know more about the characters who were present at the birth of Jesus Christ.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781701537682
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 110
Book Description
Enlightening personal read...and an easy, relevant resource for youth, adult and senior study groups...Everyone is welcome at the manger! All of us - even our dopey, sneezy, grumpy selves - are invited to come and see Jesus in the manger. Readers of every age will take away much from this clever, careful look at the birth of Jesus Christ, inspired by Dr. Thurman's Christmas creche and the unlikely figures his little granddaughter added to the scene......Rev. Dr. Jeff Thurman has always loved and collected nativity sets. One day his granddaughter, Dawson, was playing with one of his sets, and when she finished he noticed that there were some unexpected figuresin the scene. Besides the traditional Mary, Joseph, Shepherds, Kings, Donkey, Sheep, and Camels there were now four dwarfs from a kids' meal play set. Sneezy was keeping a respectable distance from the baby Jesus. Doc and Dopey were standing among the three Kings, and Grumpy was by the manger scowling. How appropriate that seemed! At the manger when Jesus was born, both rich and poor (Kings and Shepherds) were present. Folks may not be able to identify with the Kings and Shepherds, but most of us have at one time or another identified with the "Seven Dwarfs." All of us - our dopey, sneezy selves and our uppity selves - are invited to come and see Jesus in the manger. In this book Dr. Thurman looks at each of the figurines in the nativity set, including Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, and at others who historically might also have been present. He gives historical background and then helps to make some implications and applications for everyday life. This is for readers of all ages who want to know more about the characters who were present at the birth of Jesus Christ.
A LEAP OF FAITH
Author: Ellen G. Horovitz
Publisher: Charles C Thomas Publisher
ISBN: 0398083444
Category : Art therapy
Languages : en
Pages : 212
Book Description
In this new book A Leap of Faith: The Call to Art, Horovitz examines the diverse and convergent roles of the therapist as artist, writer, mother, teacher, and clinician. This new book questions what is essential in art therapy and engages authentic positioning in and out of the therapeutic office. This return to art, or the "call to art," changed the author’s identity and efficacy as a therapist. Artwork, fiction, and clinical work transform as insight occurs. The casework throughout the book provides models for integrating the assessment and intuitive features of art therapy educator and clinician. Horovitz' own work and that of her clients is shared without guile. In this book, the myth of clinician neutrality is broken and instead the author's focus is on bringing one's conscious self to work in order to become more authentic with oneself and one’s clients. This state of "elemental play" perpetuates that connection with the patient as another human being on the trajectory towards wellness. The fundamental process of art making that guides personal and professional life is described as "elemental play." Play is seen as the intrinsic element of the art making process that offers directions for resolution of conflicts, the evolution of personal growth, and ultimately 'soulution.' This concept of an artistic "soulution" offers the necessary elements of healing and transformation. For any reader, whether trained in art therapy or not, A Leap of Faith: The Call to Art validates the transcendent aspects of art creativity, and play.
Publisher: Charles C Thomas Publisher
ISBN: 0398083444
Category : Art therapy
Languages : en
Pages : 212
Book Description
In this new book A Leap of Faith: The Call to Art, Horovitz examines the diverse and convergent roles of the therapist as artist, writer, mother, teacher, and clinician. This new book questions what is essential in art therapy and engages authentic positioning in and out of the therapeutic office. This return to art, or the "call to art," changed the author’s identity and efficacy as a therapist. Artwork, fiction, and clinical work transform as insight occurs. The casework throughout the book provides models for integrating the assessment and intuitive features of art therapy educator and clinician. Horovitz' own work and that of her clients is shared without guile. In this book, the myth of clinician neutrality is broken and instead the author's focus is on bringing one's conscious self to work in order to become more authentic with oneself and one’s clients. This state of "elemental play" perpetuates that connection with the patient as another human being on the trajectory towards wellness. The fundamental process of art making that guides personal and professional life is described as "elemental play." Play is seen as the intrinsic element of the art making process that offers directions for resolution of conflicts, the evolution of personal growth, and ultimately 'soulution.' This concept of an artistic "soulution" offers the necessary elements of healing and transformation. For any reader, whether trained in art therapy or not, A Leap of Faith: The Call to Art validates the transcendent aspects of art creativity, and play.
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (Disney Classic)
Author: RH Disney
Publisher: Golden/Disney
ISBN: 0385389043
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 28
Book Description
New and old fans will love this full-color Pictureback retelling of Walt Disney’s Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs—the story of a beautiful maiden, a jealous queen, seven adorable dwarfs, and, of course, one handsome prince!
Publisher: Golden/Disney
ISBN: 0385389043
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 28
Book Description
New and old fans will love this full-color Pictureback retelling of Walt Disney’s Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs—the story of a beautiful maiden, a jealous queen, seven adorable dwarfs, and, of course, one handsome prince!
Seven Dwarfs Find a House (Disney Classic)
Author: Annie North Bedford
Publisher: Golden/Disney
ISBN: 0736439765
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 15
Book Description
This Little Golden Book was originally published in 1948 and stars Dopey, Bashful, Grumpy, Sneezy, Sleepy, Happy, and Doc from the classic film Walt Disney's Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs! Find out how Snow White's friends the Seven Dwarfs--Sleepy, Happy, Bashful, Sneezy, Grumpy, Doc, and Dopey--find their delightful little cottage in this classic Disney Little Golden Book. Originally published in 1948, this story features beautiful vintage artwork that will delight girls and boys ages 2 to 5, as well as collectors of all ages!
Publisher: Golden/Disney
ISBN: 0736439765
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 15
Book Description
This Little Golden Book was originally published in 1948 and stars Dopey, Bashful, Grumpy, Sneezy, Sleepy, Happy, and Doc from the classic film Walt Disney's Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs! Find out how Snow White's friends the Seven Dwarfs--Sleepy, Happy, Bashful, Sneezy, Grumpy, Doc, and Dopey--find their delightful little cottage in this classic Disney Little Golden Book. Originally published in 1948, this story features beautiful vintage artwork that will delight girls and boys ages 2 to 5, as well as collectors of all ages!
The Christmas Child
Author: Max Lucado
Publisher: Thomas Nelson
ISBN: 1418534862
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 79
Book Description
A Chicago journalist finds himself in a small Texas town on Christmas Eve. Lonely and alone, he encounters old faces and new facts…a hand carved manger, a father's guilt, a young girl's faith. The trip into the past holds his key to the future, and a scarlet cross shows him the way home. This Christmas treasure, formerly titled The Christmas Cross, is quickly becoming a Christmas classic. With more than 94,000 sold since its original release, this story was also a popular television movie for Christmas 2004. The new jacketed hardcover novella format makes this the perfect companion to An Angel's Story, Max Lucado's other popular Christmas novella from WestBow Press.
Publisher: Thomas Nelson
ISBN: 1418534862
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 79
Book Description
A Chicago journalist finds himself in a small Texas town on Christmas Eve. Lonely and alone, he encounters old faces and new facts…a hand carved manger, a father's guilt, a young girl's faith. The trip into the past holds his key to the future, and a scarlet cross shows him the way home. This Christmas treasure, formerly titled The Christmas Cross, is quickly becoming a Christmas classic. With more than 94,000 sold since its original release, this story was also a popular television movie for Christmas 2004. The new jacketed hardcover novella format makes this the perfect companion to An Angel's Story, Max Lucado's other popular Christmas novella from WestBow Press.
A Christmas in Mistletoe
Author:
Publisher: Dorrance Publishing
ISBN: 1434947467
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 116
Book Description
Publisher: Dorrance Publishing
ISBN: 1434947467
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 116
Book Description
Mother of Pearl
Author: Angela Savage
Publisher: Transit Lounge
ISBN: 1925760383
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 242
Book Description
A luminous and courageous story about the hopes and dreams we all have for our lives and relationships, and the often fraught and unexpected ways they may be realised. Angela Savage draws us masterfully into the lives of Anna, an aid worker trying to settle back into life in Australia after more than a decade in Southeast Asia; Meg, Anna’s sister, who holds out hope for a child despite seven fruitless years of IVF; Meg's husband Nate, and Mukda, a single mother in provincial Thailand who wants to do the right thing by her son and parents. The women and their families' lives become intimately intertwined in the unsettling and extraordinary process of trying to bring a child into the world across borders of class, culture and nationality. Rich in characterisation and feeling, Mother of Pearl, and the timely issues it raises, will generate discussion amongst readers everywhere. ‘This is a story of family and motherhood, and also a story of culture and exploitation that asks us to think through the costs of our insatiable desire in the West to have everything. What I find remarkable about this novel is how it refuses easy and lazy judgement, how it takes seriously questions of loss, longing, and our human need to connect with each other.’ — Christos Tsiolkas, author of The Slap
Publisher: Transit Lounge
ISBN: 1925760383
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 242
Book Description
A luminous and courageous story about the hopes and dreams we all have for our lives and relationships, and the often fraught and unexpected ways they may be realised. Angela Savage draws us masterfully into the lives of Anna, an aid worker trying to settle back into life in Australia after more than a decade in Southeast Asia; Meg, Anna’s sister, who holds out hope for a child despite seven fruitless years of IVF; Meg's husband Nate, and Mukda, a single mother in provincial Thailand who wants to do the right thing by her son and parents. The women and their families' lives become intimately intertwined in the unsettling and extraordinary process of trying to bring a child into the world across borders of class, culture and nationality. Rich in characterisation and feeling, Mother of Pearl, and the timely issues it raises, will generate discussion amongst readers everywhere. ‘This is a story of family and motherhood, and also a story of culture and exploitation that asks us to think through the costs of our insatiable desire in the West to have everything. What I find remarkable about this novel is how it refuses easy and lazy judgement, how it takes seriously questions of loss, longing, and our human need to connect with each other.’ — Christos Tsiolkas, author of The Slap
Because of Bethlehem (with Bonus Content)
Author: Max Lucado
Publisher: Thomas Nelson
ISBN: 0529100533
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 220
Book Description
For some, Christmas is a time of excitement, celebration, and quality time with loved ones. For others, it's full of loneliness, grief, and loss. Join New York Times bestselling author Max Lucado as he unwraps the enduring promises of Christmas and discovers a lifetime of hope, all because of one baby born in Bethlehem. It's easy to lose sight of the remarkable story of Christmas. We forget that a king ordered a census, Joseph was forced to travel, Mary bounced on a donkey's back, the hotel was full, the hour was late, and the event was one big hassle. Yet, out of that hassle, hope was born. In Because of Bethlehem, Max invites us to look at the Christmas story from a different perspective. He reminds us that Christmas is about more than a pretty tree with presents piled up underneath it. Christmas begins what Easter celebrates: the child in the cradle who goes on to become the King on the cross. Because of Bethlehem, we have a place on earth and a Savior in heaven. In the midst of your hectic Christmas season, Max will give you the encouragement, advice, and tools you need to: Rekindle your connection to the Christ of Christmas Receive the promises of the Christmas season Lay down your endless Christmas to-do list and trust what Jesus has already done Heal your heartache by embracing the God who is always near you, always for you, and always with you Each copy of Because of Bethlehem will also include an Advent Devotional Guide designed to help you reflect on the miracle of Christ's birth and the promise of his return. As you curl up in a comfortable spot and take a closer look at the wild and wonderful story of Bethlehem, may you find enduring faith for all seasons of your life. No matter what this season holds for you, rest in the truth that the promise of Christmas has the power to bring you a lifetime of hope and healing.
Publisher: Thomas Nelson
ISBN: 0529100533
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 220
Book Description
For some, Christmas is a time of excitement, celebration, and quality time with loved ones. For others, it's full of loneliness, grief, and loss. Join New York Times bestselling author Max Lucado as he unwraps the enduring promises of Christmas and discovers a lifetime of hope, all because of one baby born in Bethlehem. It's easy to lose sight of the remarkable story of Christmas. We forget that a king ordered a census, Joseph was forced to travel, Mary bounced on a donkey's back, the hotel was full, the hour was late, and the event was one big hassle. Yet, out of that hassle, hope was born. In Because of Bethlehem, Max invites us to look at the Christmas story from a different perspective. He reminds us that Christmas is about more than a pretty tree with presents piled up underneath it. Christmas begins what Easter celebrates: the child in the cradle who goes on to become the King on the cross. Because of Bethlehem, we have a place on earth and a Savior in heaven. In the midst of your hectic Christmas season, Max will give you the encouragement, advice, and tools you need to: Rekindle your connection to the Christ of Christmas Receive the promises of the Christmas season Lay down your endless Christmas to-do list and trust what Jesus has already done Heal your heartache by embracing the God who is always near you, always for you, and always with you Each copy of Because of Bethlehem will also include an Advent Devotional Guide designed to help you reflect on the miracle of Christ's birth and the promise of his return. As you curl up in a comfortable spot and take a closer look at the wild and wonderful story of Bethlehem, may you find enduring faith for all seasons of your life. No matter what this season holds for you, rest in the truth that the promise of Christmas has the power to bring you a lifetime of hope and healing.
Perpetua
Author: Kevin Carey
Publisher: Sacristy Press
ISBN: 1908381000
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 439
Book Description
Perpetua is the first of three novels in The Third Testament for the Third Millennium, a bold re-telling of the New Testament in a 21st Century context, asking Christians to question what they believe and why.
Publisher: Sacristy Press
ISBN: 1908381000
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 439
Book Description
Perpetua is the first of three novels in The Third Testament for the Third Millennium, a bold re-telling of the New Testament in a 21st Century context, asking Christians to question what they believe and why.
The Christmas Candle
Author: Max Lucado
Publisher: Thomas Nelson
ISBN: 1418587540
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 100
Book Description
From New York Times bestselling author Max Lucado comes a timeless message that will warm your heart. “The Christmas Candle shines with a radiant insight. Written with Max Lucado’s signature style of sincerity and spiritual perception, this story will warm the reader’s heart with the wonders of God’s love and mercy.” —In the Library Reviews Imagine a Victorian England village in the Cotswolds where very little out of the ordinary ever happens . . . except at Christmas time. This year, Edward Haddington, a lowly candle maker, is visited by a mysterious angel. That angel silently imparts a precious gift—a gift that’s bungled and subsequently lost. The candle maker and his wife, Bea, struggle to find the gift. And when they do, they have to make a difficult choice. Who among their community is most in need of a Christmas miracle? Join inspirational author Max Lucado and experience anew the joy of Christmas. “A powerful reminder of the true meaning of faith and community, The Christmas Candle is a welcome respite from the harried commercialism of the holiday season.” —BookPage “Fans of Charles Dickens and Jan Karon, you’re in for treat! Max Lucado has penned a wholly original Christmas story complete with cobblestone streets, quirky characters, and a supernatural visit you’ll never forget.” —John C. Maxwell, New York Times bestselling author on The Christmas Candle
Publisher: Thomas Nelson
ISBN: 1418587540
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 100
Book Description
From New York Times bestselling author Max Lucado comes a timeless message that will warm your heart. “The Christmas Candle shines with a radiant insight. Written with Max Lucado’s signature style of sincerity and spiritual perception, this story will warm the reader’s heart with the wonders of God’s love and mercy.” —In the Library Reviews Imagine a Victorian England village in the Cotswolds where very little out of the ordinary ever happens . . . except at Christmas time. This year, Edward Haddington, a lowly candle maker, is visited by a mysterious angel. That angel silently imparts a precious gift—a gift that’s bungled and subsequently lost. The candle maker and his wife, Bea, struggle to find the gift. And when they do, they have to make a difficult choice. Who among their community is most in need of a Christmas miracle? Join inspirational author Max Lucado and experience anew the joy of Christmas. “A powerful reminder of the true meaning of faith and community, The Christmas Candle is a welcome respite from the harried commercialism of the holiday season.” —BookPage “Fans of Charles Dickens and Jan Karon, you’re in for treat! Max Lucado has penned a wholly original Christmas story complete with cobblestone streets, quirky characters, and a supernatural visit you’ll never forget.” —John C. Maxwell, New York Times bestselling author on The Christmas Candle