Aslan July 2019 Magazine

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July - Aug 2019

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Welcome to your July-Aug magazine!

Dear Friends, Summer is upon us – if we are to believe the calendar but not the weather! And so we have included our Summer Sale leaflet with your magazine. Quantities of some items are limited, and all will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis. So, please order early to avoid missing out. You will also find some greatly reduced titles peppered throughout the magazine - look out for the colourful price save bubbles!

Contents: 3

Rowan Williams

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Prayer & Spirituality

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Biographies

10-13 Bibles & Study 14

Richard Rohr

15-17 Theology & Faith

Let us highlight a few features and authors who might inspire you this summer:

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Daily Reading Notes

• Uplifting and encouraging biographies (pages 8-9)

18-19 Church Resources, Lectionaries and Diaries

• Great new fiction (pages 26-27)

20-24 Christian Life

• The Badly Behaved Bible by Nick Page (p10)

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• Author features: Richard Rohr (p14) and Rowan Williams (opposite) both with significant new books out in mid-August.

26-27 Fiction 28-29 Children's

• Bear Grylls in Soul Fuel (p31) provides a brave, honest devotional to ground you in your faith, however unadventurous you may be!

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Gifts

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Order Form

Music & DVDs

And finally may I introduce you to Holly, who has worked alongside me editing and putting your magazine together for the last five years, and who will be taking fuller responsibility from now on.

I know you will be in safe hands.

Enjoy reading this summer!

David Wavre and Holly Hunt, Editors

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Life Is Not a Long Quiet River

Willy Slavin Approaching old age need not be a thing to be feared. It can and should be a time of freedom and spiritual contentment. Our biblically allotted lifespan is 'three score year and ten, or eighty if we are strong'. Even today, this is probably about right for many. The decade between 70 and 80 is an important opportunity to reflect on the meaning of life. Slavin, a Roman Catholic priest in his 70s, illustrates the freedom that comes from his lifelong experience of obedience, poverty and celibacy. He argues that we are all more obedient, poor and celibate than we usually care to admit. We came into the world innocent of power, money or sex. We should able to leave it freely - ready and without dependence on status.

Pb | 224 pgs | BIRLINN

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Author Feature: Rowan Williams Luminaries

PRE-ORDER: Publishes 15th Aug

Starting in the 1st Century with St Paul and ending in the 20th with St Oscar Romero, Rowan Williams invites you to reflect with him on the lives and legacies of twenty great Christians - saints, martyrs, poets, theologians and social reformers. Their stories and writings have profoundly influenced his own life and thought, and this sequence of short reflections is sure to sharpen your theological vision and cast a fresh light on what it means to live and breathe the Gospel.

Included among these 'luminaries' are Augustine, William Tyndale, Teresa of Avila, Charles Dickens, Florence Nightingale, Dietrich Bonhoeffer and Simone Weil. Let these brilliant reflections light your way as you follow the footsteps of the faithful who have gone before.

Hb | 160 pgs | SPCK

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Christ the Heart of Creation What we say about Jesus is key to understanding what Christianity says about the Creator and creation. Texts from early centuries to present day show the subtle ways Christians have discovered in their reflections on Christ the possibility of a deeply affirmative approach to creation and ethics. This book draws on insights from Eastern Christianity, the Middle Ages and Reformed thinkers, from Calvin to Bonhoeffer, as well as philosophers like Kierkegaard.

Open up fundamental issues for belief as Williams tackles them with clarity and wisdom.

Hb | 304 pgs | BLOOMSBURY

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Being Human: Bodies, Minds, Persons What is consciousness? Is the mind a machine? What makes us persons? What is maturity? These are some of the fundamental questions delved into in this engaging exploration of what it means to be human. The book ends with a brief but profound meditation on Christ and how, through him, 'humanity in all its variety, in all its vulnerability, has been taken into the heart of the divine'.

Pb | 128 pgs | SPCK

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Being Disciples: Essentials of the Christian Life The essentials of Christian life, including faith, hope, love, forgiveness, holiness, social action, the Spirit and discipleship. Designed for individuals or groups, with questions for reflection with each chapter. Ideal for anyone starting their spiritual journey or wanting a refresher.

Pb | 96 pgs | SPCK

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Being Christian: Baptism, Bible, Eucharist, Prayer REF 4248

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Meeting God in...

Fresh insight into the Bible's revolutionary message. Explore the essentials and meaning of key texts for beginners and those who've read them many times but want to see it afresh.

Pb | 96 pgs | SPCK

Meeting God in Paul REF 5160 Meeting God in Mark REF 4857 RRP £8.99 Aslan £6.99 each

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Prayer & Spirituality Between the Bells

Paul Hutchinson & Padraig O Tuama Corrymeela - a Christian community committed to reconciliation, is bounded by bells. Twice a day a bell sounds out. It's a call to attention, to pause, to reflect on God, self, neighbour, stranger. Between the Bells recounts the varied experiences of those whose lives have been changed by a visit to Corrymeela, and the ripple effect of those changes. Narrated by the former Centre Director it's full of wild, beautiful and funny stories that linger in the heart.

Each shows an aspect of the reconciliation journey and captures the encounters that range from the epic to the everyday. It considers: What needs reconciling today? What positive things has religion got to offer Northern Ireland? How can we better understand conflict and build positive relations, improve communication and nurture individuals and communities?

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Pb | 128 pgs | CANTERBURY PRESS

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Augustine's Life of Prayer, Learning and Love

Cally Hammond What can we learn from Augustine? There are many biographies on how he shaped Western Christianity. This isn't a book about his faith and doubts, it's about how he learned to read the Bible, pray, and love - the word at the heart of faith. It concludes with moments of prayer from his life, in which he glimpses visions of God, encouraging you to take your next steps in discipleship. 'Here is the wonder and challenge of the Christian faith through Augustine's most personal of writings, skilfully interpreted to show how our most human struggles and longings can bring us to the love of God.' Rev Angela Tilby, Canon Emeritus of Christ Church, Oxford.

Pb | 144 pgs | BRF

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Arthur's Garden

Pam Rhodes 'Arthur's Garden'. My wonderful great-uncle died nearly 30yrs ago having spent most of his long life in the Victorian terraced house in which his mother had brought up 11 children. The sign had stood in the garden there for decades, a gift to the man who'd always cherished that small patch of Kent, creating a riot of glorious colour. Songs, poems, advice and tit-bits about an ordinary English garden, told through Arthur's life. A gardening book with a story.

Hb | 224 pgs | LION

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Walk Humbly

Samuel Wells In the spirit of the popular poem 'Desiderata', world-renowned ethicist, theologian and preacher Samuel Wells offers 8 exhortations in this extended meditation on being alive in the world and making our way through life. Each exhortation is simple and direct - be humble, be grateful, be your own size, be gentle, be a person of praise, be faithful, be one body, be a blessing - and accompanied by thought-provoking comments that speak to our deepest needs for meaning and for belonging. Grounded in perceptive observations of contemporary life and reflecting a deep knowledge of philosophical and religious wisdom, be inspired to stop, wonder, reflect, and understand your life in the world more clearly.

Hb | 112 pgs | CANTERBURY PRESS

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The Naked Hermit: A Journey to the Heart of Celtic Britain

Nick Mayhew-Smith Descending into an abandoned hermit's cave, wading naked into an icy sea to pray, spending the night on a sacred mountain, Nick recounts his extraordinary mission to revive the ancient devotions of Britain's most enigmatic holy places. Based on ground-breaking research into the transition from Paganism to Christianity, journey into the heart of the Celtic wilderness.

This is a vision for recovering our harmony with the rest of creation: with the landscape, weather and wildlife, and the body itself. Follow the footsteps of holy men and women such as Columba, Patrick, Cuthbert, Gildas, Aidan, Bede, Ninian and Samson into enchanting Celtic landscapes and learn the stories that shape our spiritual and natural heritage.

Hb | 288 pgs | SPCK

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The Book of Iona

When You Pray

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Joanna Collicutt In this updated edition of a classic, Joanna shows how growing as a Christian is rooted in the prayer Jesus gave us. As we pray the Lord's Prayer, we express our relationship with God, absorb Gospel values and are motivated to live them out.

As we pray to the Father, in union with the Son, through the power of the Spirit, we begin to take on the character of Christ.

Pb | 208 pgs | BRF

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Robert Crawford An anthology of prose, poetry, and non-fiction from St. Columba to present day, all linked by the isle of Iona. Featuring specially commissioned work by Meaghan Delahunt, Jennie Erdal, Sara Lodge, Victoria Mackenzie, Candia McWilliam, Ruth Thomas and Alice Thompson this book is a celebration of one of Scotland's most beautiful islands, following on from The Book of St. Andrews.

Pb | 288 pgs | POLYGON

Daily Readings of...

Short readings of encouragement, comfort and renewal for those seeking guidance in our busy and confusing world, based on the works and spirituality of key figures throughout Christian history.

Pb | 80 pgs | DLT

Enfolded in Love: Daily Readings of love, forgiveness and joy

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Words of trust, love and assurance in God from The Revelations of Divine Love by Julian of Norwich a 14th Century classic, thought to be the first book written in English by a woman.

Living Water: Daily Readings of poverty, union and mission

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Words of teaching about prayer and a living relationship with God selected mainly from The Way of Perfection by Teresa of Avila, a 16th Century nun and theologian caught between her passion for the things of this world and passion for God.

In Love Enclosed: Daily Readings of vision, compassion and hope

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Words of hope and love, selected from The Revelations of Divine Love by Julian of Norwich.

By Love Alone: Daily Readings of the Little Way of love, trust and surrender REF 2791 Words of teaching selected mainly from The Story of a Soul, the autobiography of Therese of Lisieux - a young French 19th Century nun - and her letters and poems.

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Prayer & Spirituality So What's The Story...?

Barbara Glasson & Clive Marsh Life is an intricate tapestry of stories. Stories help us understand the world, our relationships and ourselves. We use them in daily life and work; churches and communities use them to build from within and to reach out to others; and stories enrich our knowledge of God and help our faith grow. What can we learn from other people's stories? How can we better express our own, and hold it alongside the stories of God? How can engaging with these stories help our life and witness, and on what occasions can they be unhelpful? Explore these questions privately or in groups. Each chapter includes reflections, points for connection and a prayer.

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Pb | 160 pgs | DLT

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The Joy of God

PRE-ORDER: Publishes 25th July Sister Mary David Mary was a nun of the Benedictine contemplative community of St Cecilia's on the Isle of Wight. After a distinguished teaching career, she joined religious life in 1985. For 22yrs until her death from cancer she guided the young nuns with enthusiasm, wisdom and wit. The spirituality in these pages shows her faith through her notes to the novices on issues of relevance to the wider world: What's the meaning of suffering? How do we live with people who annoy us? How do we relate to a God we can't see? How do we make decisions? Her teaching is profound and practical, suffused with faith in God's joy in our work, leisure, community and family life, but above all in our view and understanding of ourselves.

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Pb | 208 pgs | BLOOMSBURY

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A Year with C.S. Lewis Daily inspirational readings from this much-loved writer, making this a thoughtful gift.

Few people have not been touched by the incredible literary works of C. S. Lewis. From the Chronicles of Narnia to Mere Christianity, Lewis continues to be one of the world's most influential authors. These daily readings offer insight and spiritual encouragement for the year.

Pb | 416 pgs | WILLIAM COLLINS

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The Path to Change

Thoughts on Politics and Society Pope Francis Francis has re-engaged the Church with the modern world, tackling difficult questions to illuminate the path to change. His clarity, humility and humanity are brought to the fore by engaging and relevant interviews from Dominique Wolton over the course of a year. As well as revealing fascinating insights into REF 2371 RRP £20.00 his life, Pope Francis addresses the major issues of our time.

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Hb | 336 pgs | BLUEBIRD

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Life Without Lack

Dallas Willard What would your life be like without fear? Psalm 23 says "The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want... I will fear no evil." To live without any fear or need. Discover how when we practice living in His presence, we find freedom. Based on talks by the late author (edited by his friend and his daughter) this book changes the way you REF 2043 RRP £16.99 understand and apply this wellAslan £11.99 known verse.

Hb | 224 pgs | THOMAS NELSON

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Being Orthodox

PRE-ORDER: Publishes 18th July Martin Dudley There are few books for those who seek to live as Orthodox Christians. As a convert, Martin is familiar with the questions, feelings and challenges that arise. To grasp Orthodoxy, we must think and act as they do, suspending the Western tendency to be analytical, allowing free rein, which enables us to detect a unity and interaction between the parts and whole (God and the Church). Martin draws on a wealth of material to explore the essentials and provide guidance on Liturgy, fasting, confession and prayer. In celebrating the culture of Orthodoxy - shaped by different ethnicities and languages, gloriously expressed in art, music and literature - this book conveys the rigour and joy of becoming Orthodox.

Pb | 228 pgs | SPCK

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Pray Big

Alistair Begg Many of us struggle with prayer, whether it's for a season or for a lifetime. And when we do pray, we often don't know what to say. What does God want to hear? What are the best things I can pray for myself and others? How do we pray better? To find the answers we need to pray as Paul did. Paul was excited about prayer. He expected his Father in heaven to hear what he said, and to act in people's lives. He prayed and was "watchful in it with thanksgiving", ready to see how God would work. This book focuses on Paul's prayer for his friends in Ephesus.

The truths that underpin and shape his prayers for them can motivate us to pray bigger.

Pb | 112 pgs | GBC

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Mindful Silence FLASH SALE

Phileena Heuertz Our lives are full of distractions that leave us disillusioned and dissatisfied with ourselves, with others, even with God. Spiritual practices that once sustained us fall short. After years leading an international humanitarian organisation, Phileena experienced the deconstruction of her identity, worldview and faith. Centering prayer, a Christian expression of mindfulness, became a remedy offering peace and purpose. The hallmarks of contemplative spirituality have never been more important for society. In solitude, we are present. In silence, we listen. In stillness, we find self-control. It helps us discern the voice of God, find our true self and live with purpose. Phileena offers insight, wisdom and an exploration to contemplative prayer practices.

Hb | 188 pgs | IVP

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Shattered

Rachel Wright & Tim Wright When their son was born with a brain injury Tim and Rachael's hearts and dreams lay broken. For many, life events bring a deep sense of loss, grief or heartache. Relationship breakdown, death of a loved one, the collapse of a dream. Tim and Rachel's journey as parents of a child with a life-limiting condition has shown that quick fixes don't exist. But transformation is not only possible, it's God's heart. Through this 40-day devotional they share how brokenness became an invitation into wholehearted living. Brokenness doesn't necessarily need fixing but is where growth, transformation and abundance happens.

Pb | 176 pgs | CWR

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Biography Neither Bomb Nor Bullet

PRE-ORDER: Publishes 19th July

Andrew Boyd Archbishop Ben Kwashi has survived assassination attempts and a brutal assault on his wife which drove him to his knees - to forgive and find strength. Islamist militants have Nigeria in their sights. They've kidnapped 100s of schoolgirls and vowed to turn the nation into an Islamic state. To drive out the Christian minority they take pastors hostage and bomb churches on the frontline. But holding that line and standing firm for the Gospel, is Ben, the Archbishop of Jos. In Jos, churches have become fortresses. He conducts more funerals than weddings and baptisms put together and has adopted scores of orphans. Yet his faith grows. His message to live for the Gospel even in the face of terror has never been so timely.

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Breaking Limits

Bart Gee Bart was born with a rare physical disability, doctors said he'd never walk or even sit up.

Brought up in a Christian family, their pastor prophesied "Little by little he'll be able to do more and more new things that will amaze people." The pastor prayed that Bart would one day be able to walk down the aisle of the church, and that he would be able to play the organ like his father. This is Bart's story of how those prayers were answered.

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The Undertaker's Wife

Dee Oliver When Dee started dating a 4th-generation funeral director, she knew it would be a unique relationship. 20yrs later, she was still in love when he passed away.

Determined to carry on his work, she crossed the racial divide in such a segregated industry and joined an African-American funeral home as a single white woman. This is a candid, funny look at grief, death, survival and God's faithfulness.

Pb | 226 pgs | HARPER COLLINS

Pb | 90 pgs | SARAH GRACE

Brief Encounters: Notes from a Philosopher's Diary

Sir Anthony Kenny Cardinals, directors, dissidents, judges, novelists, philosophers, politicians, scientists...

Throughout his distinguished career Sir Anthony Kenny has encountered some of the most notable and influential leaders of the world. In these vivid vignettes he offers telling and often unexpected insights into the achievements, flaws and foibles of 60 public figures past and present - each has contributed to our political, spiritual and cultural heritage.

Hb | 224 pgs | SPCK

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Counting the Cost

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David Donovan & Shirley Donovan British missionaries David and Shirley were running a health centre in Nigeria when a pounding on their bedroom door tipped their lives upside down. Threatened at gunpoint, held hostage and ransomed for a billion naira, this is their stunning story of the grace that allowed them to witness to their kidnappers in the midst of the disturbing realisation of what man is capable of.

Pb | 224 pgs | CHRISTIAN FOCUS

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Becoming Mrs. Lewis

Patti Callahan Poet, atheist and communist New Yorker Joy Davidman is unconventional and an unlikely partner for an English academic and theologian. When she starts a correspondence with C. S. Lewis, she isn't looking for love. Her marriage crumbling, she seeks refuge in work and guidance from a writer she admires. But in her letters Lewis discovers a kindred spirit and an intellect to equal his. Bonding over love of literature, a deep connection is forged between them. Embarking on the adventure of a lifetime, Joy travelled from America to England.

Facing heartbreak and poverty, discovering friendship and faith, against all the odds, the couple tried to secure a relationship that would endure. Discover their improbable love story.

Pb | 400 pgs | HARPER COLLINS

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Children of the Himalayas

Diane Bell In 1999, Diane had a dream that transformed her life and impacted 1000s. She overcame cancer, earthquakes and child trafficking allegations to make the life-giving vision a reality.

Partnering with others she co-founded WIN Nepal to rescue vulnerable and homeless children. Afflicted by domestic violence, poverty, alcoholism and illness, their needs were immense, and Diane needed every ounce of her social work experience to help restore their futures and stop cycles of abuse. This is an incredible story of God's faithfulness and provision. Be inspired by where God could take you, and His heart for the vulnerable.

Pb | 256 pgs | INSTANT APOSTLE

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Everything Happens for a Reason

Kate Bowler Kate, a 35yr old professor, had finally had a baby with her childhood sweetheart when she began to feel pains in her stomach. She lost 30 pounds, guzzled antacid and visited doctors for 3 months before being diagnosed with Stage IV colon cancer. This is the story of her life and navigating the aftermath of a diagnosis - affectionately filled with a colourful retinue of friends, mega-church preachers, parents and doctors - and irreverent, sharp reflections on faith, friendship, love, death, prosperity Gospels, suffering and the burden of positivity.

Pb | 160 pgs | SPCK

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Jane Haining: A Life of Love and Courage

Mary Miller Jane, a farmer's daughter from Galloway, went to work at a boarding school in Budapest in 1932 as a matron to 50 orphans. The school had 400 pupils, mostly Jewish. Jane was in the UK on holiday when war broke out in 1939, but immediately went back to protect the children, refusing to leave when Hungary was invaded by Nazis, writing 'if these children need me in days of sunshine, how much more do they need me in days of darkness'. Her brave actions led to her arrest for 'offences' including spying and working with Jews. She died in Auschwitz months later. Her courage to protect others made her an inspiration. This is her story.

Hb | 240 pgs | BIRLINN

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Bible & Study The Badly Behaved Bible NEW

Nick Page We're told the Bible is a beautiful, uplifting read - we know this is how we're supposed to feel, but many of us don't. On opening the Bible, we're faced with problems; from its form and historical content to its size and distasteful stories. We can be left feeling overwhelmed and disheartened. But the problem isn't the Bible, and it's not us either. It's that we've been misinformed and end up believing things about the Bible that it never claims. The Bible won't fit the neat categories and terms we force on it - it's badly behaved. We want to control it, tame it so that we can ride it into battle; but the Bible bucks and throws us off. We want it to prove our theology and give us answers; but instead it fires questions. We want it to tell us what to do; but it tells us to think. The Bible is an invitation and a call. The breath of God lifts its pages, they rise and fall with His breathing. In an honest, accessible style Nick urges us to rediscover the Bible, demystifying its purpose and scope. He tackles what the Bible is and isn't, and how we can critically read it and approach its difficulties. With helpful analysis and practical advice Nick helps us see the Bible as Holy Ground, a place where we encounter God. Hb | 272 pgs | H & S

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Old Testament Ethics: A Guided Tour

John Goldingay What is ethics? Ethics is not merely about tricky situations or hot topics. Instead, ethics is questions about what sort of people we are, how we think, what we do and don't do, and how we ought to live our daily lives. How might we learn ethics from the Old Testament?

Instead of searching for support for our positions or pointing out problems with verses, John Goldingay urges us to let the Old Testament itself set the agenda. Encounter what the Old Testament teaches about relationships, work, Sabbath, character, and more.

Featuring Goldingay's own translation from his bestselling ...For Everyone series and with discussion questions included, this is a resource like no other. Topically organised with short, stand-alone chapters, this book is one to keep close at hand.

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Pb | 278 pgs | IVP

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The Paul Debate

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The Bare Bible

Peter Graystone Do you get lost in Leviticus?

Puzzled by parables? This book is the Bible laid bare. Discover scriptures as never before, learn about Jesus' expletives for the Pharisees, why Old Testament writers may have had a problem with your clothes, and what The Ark of the Covenant is, away from Indiana Jones. With tea-breaks built in and no prior knowledge required, zip through the Bible with this jolly, jargon-free guide.

Pb | 192 pgs | SPCK

N. T. Wright Go straight to the storm-centres £5 of debate among Pauline scholars in this overview of their ideas and N. T. Wright's two decades of exploration into the nature and origins of Christianity. The Paul Debate is essential reading for those who both agree and disagree with Wright's theories in Paul and the Faithfulness of God, and for all who want to understand more REF 9238 RRP £16.99 of Paul through the compelling voice of one of the most read Aslan £11.99 scholars in the past decades.

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The Infographic Bible

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Seller Karen Sawrey (Foreword by Nicky Gumbel) The most popular book of all time, revolutionised for a modern generation.

For centuries, billions around the world have found solace, meaning and wisdom in the Bible. But it can be a difficult book to engage with and understand. This pioneering book is the Bible as you've never seen it before, using powerful infographics and data sourced by experts to communicate key biblical themes and narratives through diagrams and charts. Rather than a word-by-word translation, this Bible focuses on the meta-narrative, points and themes, all in visual form, giving you insight into the bigger story and helping you understand complex or abstract themes in a relevant way. By showing connections between the Old & New Testaments, you will find a deeper and more memorable insight into Scripture. This fascinating and unique book will appeal to Christian and non-religious readers alike and provide unexpected insight into the most important book ever written.

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A History of the Bible

John Barton For many the Bible is an authority on belief and living. For non-believers it's commanding: literature woven into the language and thought of Western Culture to an unparalleled degree.

This is the story of how the Bible came to be and be understood, from remote beginnings to present day. Discover how its narratives, laws, proverbs, prophecies, poems and letters were written, and how these extraordinarily disparate writings relate to each other. This book sheds new light on even the most familiar passages, exposing sources and traditions behind them, and the scribes and editors who reshaped them. The Bible is not a fixed text as it's often perceived, but the result of a long evolution. Tracing its dissemination, translation and interpretation, Barton shows how meaning has been drawn from it and imposed upon it. If we regard the Bible as 'authoritative', it can't be in the same way others have in the past.

Hb | 640 pgs | ALLEN LANE

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Come and See

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Roy Millar Come and See walks us through John's Gospel from beginning to end. Spread across 52 concise and accessible chapters that match the 52 weeks of the year, this perceptive commentary helps us see Jesus through John's contemporary eyes and discover anew how transformative His ministry is for our lives today.

Pb | 445 pgs | INSTANT APOSTLE

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Asking the Right Questions

Matthew S. Harmon We know we should read the Bible, yet at times struggle with the specifics of how, no matter how long we've followed Jesus.

Harmon walks you through sets of relatable and explorative questions to ask every time you open the Bible. These questions get to the heart of passages in practical and informative ways, helping you transform and grow REF 1627 RRP £9.99

by God's Word.

Aslan £6.99 Pb | 144 pgs | CROSSWAY

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NIV Bibles

The New International Version is celebrating its 40th anniversary with the release of a brand new set of NIV editions. Each with shortcuts to key stories, events and people of the Bible; a reading plan; book overviews; and links to helpful verses. (NIV title cover strips are removeable).

NIV Zip Pocket Bibles

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A handy pocket size with clear 6.75pt text.

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NEW NIV Pocket Notebook Bible This hardback comes in a fresh mint cloth-covered pocket format or in a classic black, in a popular notebook-sized style with clear 6.75pt text. Includes a hidden pocket for storing loose notes.

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NIV Soul Survivor Journalling Bible Soul Survivor has a passion to see young people know Jesus. For almost 30yrs Mike Pilavachi, Andy Croft and the team have instilled a generation with a love of worship, Bible study and living out God's Word through their youth festival Bible weekends. This Bible brings that passion into a resource offering the full NIV text alonside wide margins for notes; journalling; study activities; Bible studies on social justice, key characters, women in leadership, worship and supernatural works; illustrated verses to colour; verse-mapping and reading tracking. A great Bible for young people wanting to read, understanding and live God's Word.

Hb | 1440 pgs | H & S

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NIV Popular Soft-tone Bible with Zip

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With 9pt text in a double-column, easy-to-read layout, this standard sized, zipped NIV Bible is perfect for studying or taking to church. The page numbers are the same as both burgundy and blue NIV pew Bibles so you'll always be able to follow readings. Bound in soft grey imitation leather with a contrasting lime green zip, this is a stylish and contemporary edition.

Flexibound | 1280 pgs | H & S

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NIV Holy Bible: Waves The world's most popular translation in a small, affordable paperback, ideal to give to those looking into faith. Features clear 7.25pt text; easy-to-read layout; shortcuts to key things; a reading plan; and where to find inspiration and help from the Bible in different situations.

Pb | 960 pgs | H & S

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Tony Horsfall

A Fruitful Life 'The need of the hour is for Spirit-filled, Christ-centred, Father-glorifying, Bible-based, fruitful individuals and churches'. Ponder the 'vine' teaching in John 15 as Jesus is preparing his disciples for his departure and describing how they can be effective witnesses in a hostile world. Just as his instructions revolutionised their lives, it can revolutionise our lives also.

It's the heart of the Gospel: the only way to live the Christian life is to allow Jesus to live his life in us and through us. Includes material for reflection and questions for group discussion.

Pb | 160 pgs | BRF

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Servant Ministry Servanthood is something we're all called to, not just those in ministry. Understanding what it means is vital for the wellbeing of churches. Every member needs to appreciate their role as a servant of God. This is a practical exposition of the 'Servant Song' (Isaiah 42). Written from years of Christian teaching and mentoring, Tony brings insight on motivation, call, expression, evangelism, social action, character, perseverance and listening to God. Pb | 144 pgs | BRF

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Resilience in Life and Faith (Tony Horsfall & Debbie Hawker) Develop your resilience and prepare yourself for the challenges that life throws at us in an increasingly difficult world.

Through biblical wisdom and psychological insight, Tony and Debbie show us how to understand ourselves better, appreciate our areas of strength and strengthen areas of weakness, building a faith that persists to the finishing line.

Pb | 176 pgs | BRF

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Sensing the Divine

Andrew D. Mayes An invigorating rereading of John by a well-known spirituality writer who has lived in the Holy Land for many years. It approaches the Gospel by exploring how John uses the senses, both physical and spiritual, in his encounter with Jesus. This refreshing appreciation will activate and stimulate our discovery and spiritual quest of the Gospel, God's world, ourselves and mission.

Pb | 208 pgs | BRF

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The Lost Message of Paul

Steve Chalke We have misunderstood Paul, reading his words through our own assumptions and values.

But our goal is to see things the way he saw them rather than the way we do. What if 'original sin' wasn't part of his thinking? What if the idea that we are saved by faith, as Luther so strongly argued, was a mistranslation of Paul's words? 'Over the centuries' Steve writes, 'the Church has time and again failed to communicate, or even to understand, the core of Paul's message...

Paul has often been presented as the champion of exclusion, he was the very opposite... a revolutionary who saw a new inclusive world dawning and gave his life to help bring it in'.

Pb | 256 pgs | SPCK

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Author Feature: Richard Rohr NEW

What Do We Do With the Bible?

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Richard Rohr What do we do with the Bible? Does this ancient, sometimes violent and contradictory text have anything to teach us today? Selective use of Scripture - by preachers and politicians alike - has been employed to justify violence, racism, misogyny, homophobia . . . the list goes on. Still, we believe the Bible has something important to say. How can we read it in a contemplative and intelligent way? Richard Rohr answers just this question. He offers a methodology of hermeneutics (interpretation) that creates a foundation for a hopeful and cosmic vision - incarnation from beginning to end of time. (He explores this vision further in The Universal Christ). In particular, Father Richard focuses on Jesus' own method of using his Hebrew Scriptures. Jesus read between the lines to find and follow God's mercy, inclusion, and compassionate justice. For him, everything came down to relationship and transformation.

Hb | 96 pgs | SPCK

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Also available: The Universal Christ Most know who Jesus was, but who was Christ? Often our understanding is limited by culture, religious squabbling and our tendency to put ourselves at the centre. Drawing on Scripture, history and spiritual practice, Rohr articulates a transformative view of Jesus Christ as a portrait of God’s constant, unfolding work in the world. ‘God loves things by becoming them’, he writes, and Jesus’ life declares that humanity has never been separate from God, except by its own choice. When we recover this fundamental truth, faith becomes less about proving Jesus was God, and more about learning to recognise the Creator all around us and in everyone we meet. Thought-provoking, practical and full of deep hope and vision, this is an incredible book from a beloved spiritual writer, and an invitation to contemplate how God liberates and loves all that is.

Pb | 272 pgs | SPCK

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A Spring Within Us: A Year of Daily Meditations

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A year of daily meditations drawn from Scripture, Christian mystics, psychology and science, reframing their concepts into reflections. Each week has an invitation to contemplation.

Hb | 432 pgs | SPCK

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The Divine Dance - REF 1006

RRP £9.99 Aslan £6.99 The Trinity, it's meaning, workings and transformative power.

Pb | 224 pgs | SPCK

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Things Hidden - REF 9912

RRP £12.99 Aslan £6.49 Open up Scripture as spirituality and uncover what the Bible says about morality, power, wisdom and the generosity of God. Pb | 252 pgs | SPCK

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Breathing Under Water - REF 2664

RRP £10.99 Aslan £7.99 How to identify our addictions and overcome them with God's Grace and the Twelve Steps.

Pb | 176 pgs | SPCK

Theology & Faith One Unfolding Story

Michael Perham Liturgist and priest, Michael Perham, shaped the Church of England's worship. This collection of his writings offers inspiring reflections on the seasons of the Christian year, with a passion for how worship SAVE draws us into God’s presence and that celebrating Jesus' life, death and resurrection opens us to REF 2223 RRP £14.99 growth and change.

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Christianity, Cults & Religions

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Explore faith and religions including Islam, Jehovah's Witnesses and Mormonism.

Includes 10 Keys to witnessing to cults, plus a basic introduction on comparative religions from a Christian viewpoint. Helps clarify the differences between the beliefs and practises of various religious movements.

Pb | 110 pgs | ROSE

Spirit and Sacrament

Andrew Wilson A vibrant vision for an old type of new church that combines charismatic practice and liturgy.

Churches typically emphasise a single type of worship; either concentrating on the Spirit, prophecy and healing, or tradition and liturgy. This book is a call to join the two traditions. A unique, overdue invitation to pursue the best of both worlds in worship, the Eucharistic and the charismatic, with God's Grace at the centre. Wilson envisions church services in which healing testimony and prayers of confession coexist, encapsulating a full worship experience.

Bring out of the church's storehouse all its treasures, so that instead of leaning entirely into one practice, or eschewing both, God's people can worship with spirit and sacrament.

Pb | 128 pgs | ZONDERVAN

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The Crucifixion

Fleming Rutledge Paul proclaimed “Christ crucified” as the heart of the gospel, yet preaching on the cross is rare today. Rutledge addresses issues and controversies that have caused us to speak of the cross only in general terms, precluding a full understanding of the gospel by congregations.

Examine themes and motifs used in the New Testament to explain the cross - from classics and medieval theology to recent scholarship - bringing them into contemporary context. An encouragement to preachers and anyone interested in the central event of history.

Pb | 696 pgs | EERDMANS

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Can We Trust the Gospels?

Peter J. Williams The Gospels tell of the life and teachings of Jesus. But how do we know if they're true?

What evidence is there that the events actually happened? This accessible introduction to the historical and theological reliability of the Gospels presents evidence from a variety of non-Christian sources, assesses how accurately the 4 accounts reflect the cultural context of their time, compares different accounts of crucial events, and considers how these texts were handed down through centuries. Written for sceptics, scholars and everyone in between, this book answers common objections to the historicity of the Gospel to grow trust in God's Word.

Pb | 160 pgs | CROSSWAY

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Theology & Faith Alister McGrath Richard Dawkins, C. S. Lewis and the Meaning of Life McGrath has written to great acclaim on Richard Dawkins and C. S. Lewis. Here he brings these intriguing and well-known writers into a conversation. Sharpen your thinking on the meaning of life by engaging with these two opposed perspectives.

Pb | 80 | SPCK

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Who are we? Why are we here? Explore human nature from scientific and religious perspectives.

Pb | 256 pgs | H & S

None Greater

Matthew Barrett Christians have domesticated God. We bring Him down to our level, tamed. But He's the Creator not the creature, none greater can be conceived. He is perfect, infinite and incomprehensible.

Perfections like aseity, simplicity, immutability, impassibility and eternity stop God from being crippled by our limitations. At the same time, this all-powerful, all-knowing and all-wise God accommodates Himself, exhibiting holiness, mercy, and love as He makes known who He is and how He will save us. The attributes of God show us why He's worthy of worship: there is none like Him. Rediscover these divine perfections and the God we thought we knew.

Pb | 304 pgs | BAKER

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God of Violence Yesterday, God of Love Today?

Helen Paynter Do you find the violence in the Old Testament a problem? Does it get in the way of reading the Bible, and faith itself? While acknowledging that there are no easy answers, in God of Violence Yesterday, God of Love Today?, Helen Paynter faces the questions head-on and offers a fresh, accessible approach to a significant issue. For all those seeking to engage with the Bible and gain confidence in the God it portrays, she provides tools for reading and interpreting biblical texts, and points to ways of dealing with the overall trajectories of violence.

Pb | 176 pgs | BRF

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Angels

Peter Stanford '1 in 10 Britons claimed to have experienced the presence of an angel. While 1 in 3 remain convinced that they have a guardian angel... on some counts angels are doing better than God.'

What are angels? Why have so many in different times and contexts around the world believed in them? What's their history and role in faith? Are angels real or part of the poetry of religion? Can they illuminate a deeper truth about human existence and the cosmos? These aren't new questions, they've been asked for millennia. Writer, journalist and broadcaster Peter Stanford investigates the history, theology and cultural significance of religious ideas.

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Does Religion do More Harm than Good?

Rupert Shortt Are the world's major spiritual traditions sources of greater discord than harmony? Or are conflicts (widely blamed on faith differences) fundamentally social and political? In this succinct but reflective book, Rupert Shortt offers even-handed guidance on one of the most disputed questions of our time. He sheds light on the contrast between good and bad religion, and why the distinction is of urgent relevance in an era increasingly described as post-secular.

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The Beauty and the Horror

Richard Harries Life is wonderful and appalling, beautiful and horrific. What meaning is still to be found?

Science can't answer the question, and philosophy leaves it open. Harries considers the nature of evil alongside a just, loving God. He argues that belief in the resurrection and hope in the face of death is fundamental. With evil, we must all work in the world to change the balance.

Hb / Pb | 240 pgs | SPCK

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Blue Planet, Blue God

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Meric Srokosz & Rebecca Watson Oceans dominate the surface of the earth. The Bible offers a view of the sea, life in it, and its value to God as an essential part of creation. It speaks of its vulnerability to damage and change. This book explores the Bible’s portrayal of the sea in relation to economics, connection, spirituality and our fear of disaster. In a unique project, oceanographer Meric Srokosz and biblical scholar Rebecca Watson connect the ocean with issues of broader concern. Each chapter concludes with ideas for discussion, reflection and action in light of the issues raised.

Pb | 274 pgs | SCM

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Inexpressible

Michael Card God's identity is beyond what we can express in human words. But Scripture uses a particular word to describe the distinctiveness of God's character: the Hebrew word hesed. Hesed is so rich in meaning that it doesn't translate into any single English word or phrase. Michael Card unpacks the many dimensions of hesed, often expressed as lovingkindness, covenant faithfulness, or steadfast love. He explores how hesed is used in the Old Testament for how God relates to His people. Ultimately, the fullness of hesed is embodied in the incarnation of Jesus. As we follow our God of hesed, we are transformed to live it out by compassion, mercy and faithfulness. Discover what it means to be people of an everlasting love beyond words.

Pb | 188 pgs | IVP

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Church Resources BULK DISCOUNTS

All of our titles are available with extra discounts on multiple copies! Whether you’re restocking your church, buying Sunday School gifts, or equipping a study group – ask us about bulk discounts!

Common Worship Lectionary: Advent 2019 - Advent 2020

CW & BCP Lectionary 2020 A streamlined, clear presentation of the Common Worship calendar and lectionary, with BCP readings on the same page. Sundays and major festivals are covered, as well as weekday services.

Bible references for the liturgical year.

Including principal, second and third service readings for Sundays and Festivals, plus morning and evening weekday readings.

Pb | 80 pgs | CHURCH HOUSE

Standard REF 2733 RRP £4.99 Aslan £4.49 Large Print REF 2732 RRP £7.99 Aslan £6.99

Pb | 96 pgs | SPCK

Standard REF 2734 RRP £4.99 Aslan £4.49 Spiralbound REF 2735 RRP £7.99 Aslan £6.99

Reflections For Daily Prayer: Advent 2019 - Advent 2020

The Canterbury Church Book & Desk Diary 2020

Bible reading notes based on the CW Lectionary. Each day, Monday to Saturday, popular Anglican writers offer insightful, inspiring reflections on one of the day's readings for Morning Prayer.

Provides one page per weekday alongside a double page spread for Sundays.

512 pgs | CANTERBURY PRESS

Hardback REF 2736 A5 loose leaf REF 2737 RRP £19.99

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Pb | 352 pgs | CHURCH HOUSE

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Church Pocket Book & Diary 2020 Week-to-view (Sunday is a double-size space), with titles of Sundays and festivals corresponding to the CW & BCP calendar and Lectionary.

Black REF 2739 Sunshine Orange REF 2742 Red REF 2740 Teal Green REF 2743 Purple REF 2741 Coral Blush REF 2744 RRP £9.99 each Aslan £7.99 each

The Dave Walker Guide to the Church 2020 Calendar A year’s worth of fun! The Dave Walker calendar is a favourite and a lifesaver for stressed church people. Dave’s distinctive and detailed style, his quiet comic genius and his ability to see humour in the ordinary and the everyday, mean his cartoons can be enjoyed again and again. This calendar features 12 cartoons, each packed with wry humour and spot-on observations on church life.

Pb | 14 pgs | CANTERBURY PRESS

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Daily Reading Notes Inspiring Women Every Day ASLAN £3.25 Devotional notes by women for women. CWR Jul - Aug REF 9642 Sep - Oct REF 5926

Life Every Day ASLAN £3.25

Jeff Lucas’ life application Bible notes. CWR Jul - Aug REF 9880 Sep - Oct REF 5927

Guidelines ASLAN £4.40

Bible study for ministry and mission. BRF May - Aug REF 2632 Sep - Nov REF 5928

The Upper Room ASLAN £4.40

Daily meditations from around the world. BRF May - Aug REF 2633 Sep - Nov REF 5929

Every Day with Jesus ASLAN £3.25

Selwyn Hughes’ practical Bible study notes. CWR

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New Daylight ASLAN £4.49 (standard) £5.65 (large print) Daily Bible reading and prayer. BRF

May - Aug Standard REF 2636 Large Print REF 2637 Sep - Dec Standard REF 5930 Large Print REF 5931 Day By Day With God ASLAN £4.40

Rooting women’s lives in the Bible. BRF May - Aug REF 2634 Sep - Dec REF 5932

Encounter with God ASLAN £4.49

In-depth, systematic notes. SCRIPTURE UNION Jul - Sep REF 7055

Daily Bread ASLAN £4.49

The Bible guide for every day. SCRIPTURE UNION

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Bible Reflections for Older People ASLAN £4.99 By older people, for older people. BRF May - Aug REF 2641 Sep - Nov REF 5937

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Leading - The Millennial Way

Simon Barrington Millennial leaders are stepping into significant global leadership roles in business, the public sector and charities. Their style and impact is dynamic and diverse, challenging all that has gone before. How can millennials hone their unique energy to become good leaders? How do non-millennials harness the power of this generation or partner with them? This book draws on a wealth of experience to invite us to better grasp and live out leading - the millennial way.

Pb | 160 pgs | SPCK

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Pastoral Care Essentials

Andy Peck Most churches recognise the importance of providing pastoral care. But lack of volunteers, vision and training can prevent this vital ministry from flourishing. Andy Peck explains what is meant by pastoral care through biblical examples and offers suggestions for implementing pastoral care effectively. Each chapter includes examples, reflections and questions. Themes include: roles, suffering, creating a culture of care, and caring for those on the fringe.

Pb | 112 pgs | CWR

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Christian Life Postcards from the Land of Grief

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Richard Littledale Grief can feel like a gnawing homesickness for a place where you used to live, but to which you can never return. This book is a collection of short, candid thoughts and reflections from Richard's experience of widowhood that will comfort and resonate with anyone experiencing grief. These thoughts are written as postcards from the land of grief to convey a message from this foreign country of bereavement. Postcards are a snapshot of an experience, and these thoughts provide an accessible way to identify feelings and draw hope from a fellow traveller, and can be dipped in and out of as required at the point of need. Ideal for those who want to give a helpful book to comfort a friend, or for anyone wanting to understand how their bereaved loved one might be feeling. Includes practical resources and advice.

Hb | 224 pgs | AUTHENTIC

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Love Church

Tim Matthews Church is important. It's the backbone of Christian community and discipleship, and a display of the Gospel to those yet to meet with Jesus. Church is worth persuing, and something we should continually strive to build. This is the story of the process of moving to Bournemouth to set up a new church from scratch, on the back of numerous similar failed attempts in London, and the bumpy and scary journey to success St Swithun's has travelled since. Tim demonstrates, through his story, how he has pushed through failure and disappointment with tenacity to trust in God and His plan and timing. Hundreds of people are discovering faith in Jesus Christ as a result of the challenging journey taken to build a new church.

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Impossible Commands

Jonty Allcock We're often told that there's no such thing as impossible. You can do what you want and be what you want. This extends to obeying God. Many of our struggles living for Jesus stem from thinking that we can do it. We think we have the power within us and know we're supposed to be able to. If we aren't able to there's something wrong with us, so we pretend we are. But embracing the impossibility of obedience leads not to despair, but to freedom as we look to the God who can do all things. Look at 10 impossible commands and the steps that will help us depend on God, bringing us to spirit-led obedience.

Pb | 192 pgs | GBC

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The Book Your Pastor Wishes You Would Read

Christopher Ash What do you think about your pastor? Do you think over sermons, feel they spend enough time with you, wonder what they do all day? We often think "What can my pastor do for me?", but rarely "What can I do for them?". Seasoned pastor Christopher Ash urges us to think about our pastors not just in terms of how they lead, pray, preach and teach, but about who they are. He encourages us to remember that pastors are people and to pray for them as they serve. Caring for our pastor is a blessing to us and to them, and builds fellowship in church.

Pb | 128 pgs | GBC

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Christy Wimber

Wholeness The world is changing. Safety and security are becoming more important. When struggles become visible, safety becomes invaluable. Jesus created spaces of safety. He never blamed people for how they got sick, or healed the struggles most easily dealt with. Under his care there's no 'us' and 'them'. Jesus came for the sick, broken, oppressed and depressed. He came for each person, as well as each part of who we are; body, soul and spirit. And if it matters to God, it must matter to us. The world is changing, so are people's struggles. What worked in prayer and ministry in years past may not work today as people's concerns and experiences of difficulties have changed. We should be growing in how we learn and deliver ministry. One of the greatest acts of kindness we can do is provide a safe place for people's struggles so that we may love, care for and minister to them more effectively.

Pb | 224 pgs | MONARCH

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Transformed

How do we deal with hardship and share a message of redemption and restoration? How do we remove the stigma of brokenness? Open up Romans 12 and the theme of "change". Change doesn't come from a quick fix, it takes sacrifice, but it's key to morality, integrity and longevity.

Pb | 224 pgs | MONARCH

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Finding God in a Culture of Fear

Joanne Cox-Darling How can we live a little more hopeful? Fear, terrorism, corruption, fake news... it can be easy to get discouraged by the culture around us. Now more than ever, society needs hope in order to survive and flourish. This book takes us beyond comfort zones and easy answers, and towards a deeper understanding and practice of hope. It offers reflections, stories and practical ways for individuals and groups to find hope. Focusing on God's intervention in biblical history, His presence in contemporary contexts and His promised hope for the future, Joanne encourages us to live more confidently, noticing the Spirit in our daily lives and with hope in God.

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Before the Days Draw In

Unshakeable Trust

Joyce Meyer We all have areas where we struggle to trust God; home, work, with situations faced by our family and friends. We try to be independent and fix things, but that's not God's design.

Mixing personal stories and Scripture, this is a call to give everything to God. The good, bad and ugly that we hide from others. It takes faith and courage, REF 2159 RRP £9.99 but can open your life to more Aslan £5.99 joy and intimacy with God. Pb | 240 pgs | H & S

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Mary Kissell We can spend a lifetime sitting through church not really praying.

When Mary committed to getting up early each day to pray, she began a practice that would revolutionise her life. This rich, moving memoir tells the incredible story of how simply following the Spirit's leading saw countless people impacted around the world and situations transformed. Allow Mary's story of walking with the Spirit inspire and encourage you to do the same.

Pb | 160 pgs | INSTANT APOSTLE

Christian Life We Need to Talk About Race

Ben Lindsay From the UK Church's complicity in the slave trade to the whitewashing throughout history, the Church has a lot to answer for when it comes to race relations. Christianity has been dubbed a white man's religion, yet the Bible speaks of a diverse body of believers. It's time for the Church to start talking about race. Ben offers eye-opening insight into the black religious experience, challenging the status quo in white majority churches. With real-life examples and insightful questions, this book offers an exploration of race relations in the UK Church and shows how we can work together to create a truly inclusive church community.

Pb | 176 | SPCK

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The Prodigal Prophet

Timothy Keller Most people are familiar with the book of Jonah: a rebellious prophet defies God and is swallowed by a fish. But we're less familiar with the second half of the story - what happens after Jonah is released from it's belly? It's in this second half that one of the most powerful, important lessons of the Bible is hidden. It shows how, if we understand the mercy of God, it will always take us in directions we'd rather not go, to people we would rather not care about, and ultimately into the deepest counsels of God. In a time of growing division, this book shows how we must listen to God's call even when it takes us to uncomfortable places.

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Escaping the Maze of Spiritual Abuse

Dr Lisa Oakley & Justin Humphreys 'Every time he wanted me to do something, he would quote scripture... I couldn't argue with scripture, it was like arguing with God.' The term 'spiritual abuse' is widely used, but what is it? Control through scripture or leadership, claims to divine authority, pressure to conform, enforced accountability. Drawing on research, personal stories and years of experience, this book opens up spiritual abuse and how to counter it. How do we prevent it and create safety? Is there a link between theological ideas and harmful behaviours? How can leaders create opportunities for spiritual and emotional flourishing?

Pb | 192 | SPCK

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Home for Good

Krish Kandiah Jesus calls us to 'suffer the little children' by engaging with the needs of the 1000s in care who the church can help. Krish has adopted and fostered many children (despite myths that social services prevent Christians from doing so) and directs 'Home For Good' a charity supporting Churches in adopting. Children in care have experienced trauma, loss or abuse. They need stable, loving and committed family to care for them. We're all called to get involved where it's hardest. Filled with stories from people who have adopted or were adopted themselves and practical advice, this book shows that the church can and must make a difference here.

Pb | 208 pgs | H & S

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Christine Caine

Undaunted

Will you move past your past to step into your calling? Christine has faced abandonment, abuse and child loss, yet she answered God's call no matter what. At times, the only thing keeping her going was knowing she was His beloved. Secure in that truth, she kept moving forward to follow God's path. Be challenged to embrace the reality of God's love so you can speak it to others and live out your unique calling. "Love like Christ's can lift you out of betrayal and hurt. It can deliver you from any mess... every prison of fear... And love like God's can fill you up till it spills out of you, and you have to speak about it, share it, spread it". With extra Bible study, stories and an epilogue, this new edition will awaken you to how God wants to work through you and in you.

Pb | 208 pgs | ZONDERVAN

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The bestseller looking at the effect of shame. Find freedom from thinking you're flawed or unworthy.

Step into the future confident, loved and empowered to be shame-lifters for others.

Pb | 224 pgs | ZONDERVAN

Retired and Inspired

Wendy Billington Attitudes to retirement vary. But what's a Christian view? If we believe life is a gift from God, shouldn't we be viewing retirement and latter years as part of God's plan? This book is for everyone: those preparing for retirement or in retirement, as well as family, friends, befrienders, carers and professionals. Includes questions for discussion, reflections for the day and prayer.

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The Reluctant Evangelist

Richard Coekin Jonah was a reluctant evangelist. But God had other plans! If we're honest, we're often reluctant to tell others about Jesus. Like Jonah we need learn to trust God's power, experience and grace, fear His coming judgement and share His gut-wrenching compassion - all perfectly revealed in Jesus, the divine Evangelist - and as we look to him and the Spirit fills us with his evangelistic compassion, our hearts will sing and our lives will erupt with the salvation focus that our cities desperately need. Explore the story of Jonah in today's missional context.

Pb | 144 | GBC

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Where is God in Our 21st Century World?

What would you create if asked to depict God at work today? That was the theme for the Chaiya Art Award: 'Where is God in our 21st Century World?'. This is a fascinating collection of photos of the pieces. Infusing faith with secular art, they offer a range of mediums from oil on canvas to installations, all judged on their creativity and emotional impact. Explore the beautiful, complex entries, each with a brief description or short reflection.

Hb | 96 | INSTANT APOSTLE

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Christian Life Am I Just My Brain?

Sharon Dirckx Modern research is uncovering more detail than ever before of what our brain is and how it works. We are living, thinking creatures who carry around with us an amazing organic supercomputer in our heads. But what is the relationship between our brains and our minds - and ultimately our sense of identity as a person? Are we more than machines? Is free-will an illusion? Do we have a soul? Brain scientist Sharon Dirckx lays out the current understanding of who we are from biologists, philosophers, theologians and psychologists, and points towards a bigger picture, that suggests answers to the fundamental questions of our existence. Not just 'What am I?', but 'Who am I?' and 'Why am I?'.

Pb | 160 pgs | GBC

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Can Science Explain Everything?

John Lennox Science has given us a lot. We live in a time of rapid progress that may fix most problems we face, meaning many see no use for beliefs that offer answers to the mysteries of our universe. Science has explained it, they assume. Science and religion don't mix. Discover a fresh way of thinking about science and Christianity that dispels common misconceptions.

They're not opposed; they can and must mix to give us a full understanding of life.

Pb | 128 pgs | GBC

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Home

The Quest to Belong Jo Swinney Where's home? No matter where we are, who's close to us, or what culture we're in, we all need to belong. Jo was born in the UK, grew up in Portugal and France, went to boarding school, did a gap year in southern Africa and studied theology in Canada, where she met her American husband. As a result, she often wondered what 'home' means. Is home where you come from? Where you are? Where the people you love are? Or something separate?

Interweaving her story with theological and psychological insight this is an original, authentic exploration of 'home' and a heartfelt call to live from where we belong.

Pb | 256 pgs | HODDER & STOUGHTON

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L is for Lifestyle

Ruth Valerio How can we live responsibly? We wake up in the morning, shower, eat breakfast, then get in the car and set off for work. We've done nothing unusual, but our lifestyle choices have had an impact on the world. In this A-Z, Ruth highlights the threats to people and our planet, God's beloved creation. With warmth and honesty, she shares her personal journey dedicated to living ecofriendly, as well as environmental findings and concerns.

We all play our part in caring for the amazing earth God so wisely and generously created.

Learn how, by making small significant changes, we can live a life that's fair and simple.

Pb | 208 pgs | IVP

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There Is More

The World's Favourite New Worship Songs

Keep the Banner Flying High

The follow up to the hugely popular World's Favourite Worship Songs and World's Favourite Hymns. This 3 CD album is packed with the finest new worship from around the world, showcasing the songs churches are singing today. Features Hillsong, Bethel, Rend Collective, Martin Smith, Matt Redman, Elevation Worship and more!

Graham Kendrick With songs full of biblical truth, this live album contains new songs from the 3 years since Kendrick's last album. As the banner of Christ has been raised up and passed down through generations, it's our turn to stand firm and keep it raised. In these songs we are encouraged to take refuge in God, find our worth at the cross, worship, and trust in Him.

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Hillsong The new album from Hillsong Church featuring new music from their world renowned worship leaders, and tracks sure to become church anthems in the years ahead. This album is built around the prophetic proclamation in the heart of all Christians that 'there is more'; more for the future, and more of God to be sought through life's struggles.

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Let There Be Light DVD For all his fame, famous atheist Sol Harkens is a lonely soul and a lousy part-time dad. After a near death experience challenges his assumptions about the world, he finds his purpose and reimagines his life. This is a film that will make you laugh, cry and cheer. A film about finding faith and hope. PRE-ORDER: DVD | 100mins | LIGHTHOUSE 12th Aug

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Angels

40 Track Double CD

11 Track CD | HYPERION

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Jane Lilley Singers An album from the popular choir celebrating their 40th anniversary.

This double disc album includes beautiful choral versions of sarced music alongside modern songs, showtunes and live recordings.

Mixing styles, this collection has something for everyone!

John Tavener A beautiful collection of bestselling composer John Tavener's music.

Song for Athene, The Lord's Prayer, Angels and The Lamb are just a small selection of the highlights in this Winchester compendium of some of Tavener’s most enduring - and indeed, endearing - choral classics.

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Fiction Beverly Lewis

The Tinderbox On the day before her Amish parents' 20th wedding anniversary, Sylvia stumbles across the key to the old brass tinderbox her father keeps in his Lancaster County shop. Piqued by curiosity, she unlocks the cherished heirloom, not realising that what she is about to discover will splinter apart her happy life. Confronting her father about the contents, he admits he is not fit to be a member of the Amish church - in fact, he never was. The secret changes everything, and when word of his deceit reaches the community, the truth pits Amish neighbours against each other and threatens to dry up his livelihood and break up Sylvia's engagement to the preacher's grandson. Can they find a way to forgiveness and acceptance?

Pb | 320 pgs | BETHANY HOUSE

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The Ebb Tide

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Sallie is given a summer nannying job which will broaden her horizons, and bring a new beau into her life.

The Photograph REF 5073

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Eva feels drawn to a photo of a Plain woman - but the woman in the forbidden photograph is no stranger at all...

Governess of Penwythe Hall

Sarah E. Ladd A tale of a governess who'd risk anything to protect 5 recently orphaned children, even if it means returning to Cornwall. In 1811, blamed for her husband's death, Cordelia fled Cornwall and accepted a governess position to begin a new life. Years later her employer's unexpected death and his request for her to watch over his children forces her to re-evaluate. She can't abandon the children, but their new guardian Jac lives at the timeworn Penwythe Hall on the Cornish coast she's tried to forget. Jac is determined to revive the Hall's once flourishing apple orchards and see his estate profitable again. He hasn't heard from his brother in years, so when his nieces, nephews and their governess arrive unannounced, he battles both grief and his sudden responsibility. Family secrets, lingering danger, and the captivating allure of new love... this first book in the new Cornwall series introduces us to the family and their search for peace, justice and love.

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Pb | 352 pgs | THOMAS NELSON

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Phoebe

Paula Gooder Paul's letter to the church in Rome is a theological masterpiece and still shapes Christianity today. The letter was given to Phoebe of the church at Cenchreae, who he refers to as a deacon and patron of many. But who was she? As her first novel, Biblical scholar and bestselling author Paula Gooder tells Phoebe's story; who she was, the life she lived and her 1st Century faith. Open up Paul's theology, the cultural pressures that shaped it, and the life of the early church. Rigorously researched and packed with theological footnotes and Bible references for further reading, this is a book for those who want to engage deeply and imaginatively with Paul's theology, by one of the UK's foremost New Testament scholars.

Pb | 320 pgs | H & S

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The Light Keeper

Cole Moreton Sarah stands on the brink, arms open wide as if to let the wind carry her away. She's come to the high cliffs to be alone, to face the truth about her life, to work out what to do. Her lover Jack is searching, desperate to find her before it is too late. But Sarah doesn't want to be found. Not yet. Not by him. And someone else is seeking answers up here where the seabirds soar - a man known only as the Keeper, living in an old lighthouse right on the cusp of a four-hundred-foot drop. He is all too aware that sometimes love takes you to the edge...

Hb | 224 pgs | MARYLEBONE HOUSE

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Becoming Us

Robin Jones Gunn A story of community, friendship, and tackling the hard things of life with God and loved ones around a table. Five young mums, including beloved Gunn character Christy Miller, gather to share meals and soon become unlikely best friends. The regular gatherings provide opportunities for the women to reveal their stories, and those life stories endear them to each other. They experience their lives naturally meshing as they raise their children together in community. In Becoming Us the group find ways to challenge, encourage, and help each other become the nurturing mothers they wished they'd had when they were growing up. They unite to be remembered for what they do as mums and not for what was done to them.

Pb | 320 pgs | MULTNOMAH

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Same Kind of Different as Me

Ron Hall The true story, now a major movie. A homeless drifter who grew up picking cotton in virtual slavery. An upscale art dealer accustomed to the world of Armani and Chanel. A gutsy woman with a stubborn dream. It begins outside a burning plantation hut in Louisiana, and inside the heart of God. It unfolds in Hollywood, in an upscale New York gallery, in a downtown dumpster, and at a Texas ranch. Gritty with betrayal and pain, it also shines with an unexpected, life-changing love. This edition includes a new epilogue with updates since the release of the original book, the story behind the movie, and 16 pages of photos from the set.

Pb | 240 pgs | THOMAS NELSON

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Four

John Glass When young, expat businessman Jack Troughton's girlfriend tells him about the Bible she found on a Cheltenham bench, his life is turned upside down. Challenged by Celia's faith, and brought face-to-face with terrifying Estonian sex-traffickers when tragedy strikes, his response impacts countless lives and threatens all he holds most dear. But Celia was not the only one to come across a Bible that day.

Pb | 256 pgs | INSTANT APOSTLE

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Children's The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe

C.S. Lewis The classic children's story, book two in C.S. Lewis' famous Chronicles of Narnia series.

Four adventurous siblings - Peter, Susan, Edmund, and Lucy Pevensie - step through a wardrobe door and into the land of Narnia, a land frozen in eternal winter and enslaved by the power of the White Witch. But when almost all hope is lost, the return of the Great Lion, Aslan, signals a great change... and a great sacrifice. This book has been drawing readers of all ages into a magical land with unforgettable characters for over 60 years. Ages 7-10.

Pb | 208 pgs | HARPER COLLINS

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Bible Stories for Boys & Girls

Dawn Machell Simple, rhyming text and bright illustrations to engage and entertain little ones.

Boardbooks | 22 pgs | AUTHENTIC

RRP £4.99 Aslan £4.49 each

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The Stories and Miracles of Jesus

Su Box The miracles of Jesus and 4 parables retold in a beautiful book with simple text and charming illustrations. Includes lots of ideas for discussion and participating in the stories. Sure to be loved by children and parents alike. Ages 3-7 Pb | 134 pgs | AUTHENTIC

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Gifts in a Tin

Back by popular demand, the bestselling 'gifts in a tin'! Fun for all ages!

Microscope in a Tin - REF 4888 Aslan £7.99

Let young scientists examine specimens. Includes a buildable mini microscope, 2 prepared slides (+2 blank) and observation sheets.

Great Railway Express Giant Tin REF 1919 Aslan £13.99

Plastic steam train with 3 trucks and 18 track pieces (approx 86 x 26cm when set up). Requires 1x AA battery.

Noah's Ark in a Tin - REF 1956 Aslan £19.99

Build your own amazing ark (approx 58cm long) with wooden slot-together pieces and 14 pairs of animals!

Sew Me Up Lamb - REF 1957 Aslan £7.99

Contains lamb, stuffing, plastic needle, thread and a little bottle - all you need to create a cute little lamb cuddly toy!

Farm in a Tin - REF 4558 Aslan £8.99

Give little ones a taste of country life with their own little farm!

Includes wooden animals and buildings, plus play mat.

Sock puppet sewing kits, children's games and craft kits in a tin also available!

Enid Blyton

Beautiful clothbound hardbacks of Blyton classics with a Christian focus. Ages 9+.

Noah's Ark and Other Bible Stories From the Old Testament REF 9904 RRP £10.99 Aslan £2.99

The stories appeared in magazines and anthologies from the 1940s-1960s.

This collection contains the original text and black and white illustrations.

Hb | 144 pgs | H & S

The Land of Far Beyond REF 9905

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A retelling of John Bunyan's The Pilgrim's Progress. A classic adventure of good vs evil, this book will never be forgotten by the children who read it..

Hb | 272 pgs | H & S

The Lost Sheep (Bouncy Bible Buddies)

Amanda Gulliver A charming animal shaped board book retelling the story of the Lost Sheep for little ones. Children can hold the handle and bounce the book up and down on its elasticated legs and bouncy feet to give their play time an extra dimension.

Board | 10 pgs | AUTHENTIC

REF 9903 RRP £4.99 Aslan £3.99

Stories from the Bible

Kathleen Long Bostrom A beautifully illustrated collection of 17 stories: Creation, Adam & Eve, Noah's Ark, A Son Named Laughter, Joseph & his Amazing Coat, Baby in the Basket, 10 Plagues, David & Goliath, Jonah, Birth of Jesus, Sermon on the Mount, Four Faithful Friends, Feeding of the 5000, Good Samaritan, Last Supper, First Easter, Breakfast on the Beach. Ages 6-9.

Hb | 128 pgs | FRANCES LINCOLN

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Tiny Bear Bibles

Sally Lloyd-Jones An adorable reminder of God's love through 11 Bible stories in a fluffy hardback that kids can cuddle and carry everywhere. No matter what, no matter where, God is with us, Tiny Bear.

Boardbooks | 22 pgs | LION

RRP £7.99 Aslan £5.99 each

Tiny Bear Bible - Blue - REF 6266 Tiny Bear Bible - Pink - REF 6267

The Lion Children's Bible

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REF 2088 RRP £9.99 Aslan £6.75

Stories of the Bible, from Genesis to the book of Acts, retold in clear, simple language. The stories may be read individually or as a whole book to form a continuous narrative which closely follows the 'one story' of God and God's people contained in the whole Bible. Ages 6-12.

Hb | 256 pgs | LION

Dinosaur Devotions

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Michelle Medlock Adams Help kids explore the Bible while uncovering fascinating facts about dinosaurs! These 75 devotions include 'Dino Stats', 'Bible Excavation', 'Digging Deeper', 'Did You Know?' and 'Jurassic Journalling' segments.

A brilliant book blending facts with God's Word. Ages 7-12.

Hb | 160 pgs | ZONDERVAN

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Gifts Simply Eat Testimonies from people who have met Jesus as they sat with Christians around the dinner table. Food and faith go together. Across the Bible, God provides food for His people, and it changes things. Regardless of age, ethnicity, gender or wealth, we all have a God-given physical and spiritual hunger. When we come together to eat, we put differences aside, discover a shared humanity and find our needs met. From a Hindu priest, to a schoolgirl, to a celebrity chef, Simply Eat is packed with people's stories and recipes from them.

Hb | 144 | INSTANT APOSTLE

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Grace Be With You

Dale Ralph Davis (with Derek W. H. Thomas & Sinclair B. Ferguson) Benedictions, blessings at the end of church services, can be hope to cherish as we part ways for another week. This collection of benedictions by Dale Ralph Davis will encourage and inspire. Best known for his Old Testament expositions, he knows the value of thinking on God’s promises. "As the final hymn comes to an end, there is one last word of gospel grace, as he pronounces the benediction... as much preaching God's Word to you now as he was in the sermon. He is not only praying for you; he is announcing to you all that is yours by faith in Christ. What a way to end the Lord's Day and to begin the week." - Sinclair B. Ferguson Pb | 80 pgs | CHRISTIAN FOCUS

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The Sacred Art of Joking

James Cary Every few weeks a politician or celebrity causes a media storm by making a gaffe or a joke that some don't find funny. Comedy is hard to get right and yet it's important to have humour in life, not take yourself too seriously and be able to engage others. On the other hand, a sense of humour failure can lead to losing things that are important, from friendships to reputations.

James knows this. He is a sitcom writer, has defended comments about Islam by Ben Elton on Newsnight, and sits on the General Synod. This entertaining book explains how comedy works (with jokes and quotes too) and gives much-needed insight into the controversy of humour.

Pb | 160 | SPCK

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Curled Up Corners Bookmarks (4 per set) Brighten up your books and paperwork with our themed sets of bookmarks to clip onto different pages. Each set includes 4 designs, all beautifully etched in steel.

Writers Bookmarks - REF 2820

(Charlotte Brontë, Austen, Dickens and Shakespeare)

Arctic Bookmarks - REF 2821

(Polar Bear, Walrus, Arctic Fox and Snowy Owl)

Bird Bookmarks - RREF 2822

(Toucan, Macaw, Lovebird, Hummingbird)

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Soul Fuel: A Daily Devotional

Bear Grylls Bear has survived a parachute accident; a fall down a mountain, injuries in the Vietnam jungle and a broken shoulder in Antarctica, he passed gruelling SAS training, and crossed the North Atlantic in a dingy. But the hardest thing he's faced was the death of his father. It was then, at 25, that he found a 'lovely quiet faith'. He wrote 'Faith doesn't mean you have to be especially "religious"... my faith tells me that I am known, that I'm secure and that I'm loved - regardless of the storms I may find myself in from time to time, regardless of how often I fall and fail'. In this brave, honest book of daily readings, explore themes of failure, courage, risk and purpose.

Hb | 400 pgs | H & S

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Rebuilding the Ruins

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PRE-ORDER: Publishes 25th July

Samara Levy In 2014 God called Samara 3 times over 8 months to start collecting aid for Syria. Samara was a stay at home mum with young boys and no aid experience. It started with a vision to fill one lorry of items, but 4yrs later she's loaded her 101st container, sent 11 ambulances, set up a charity, distributed aid to 350,000+ people in the Middle East, and visited Syria (one of the most dangerous war zones of our generation with the highest number of kidnappings and killings of humanitarian workers). This book tells the story of how this work was developed by a mum who didn't feel able, and what it taught her about stepping out in faith and listening to God, and of how He uses the ordinary to achieve the extraordinary. This book will inspire all who see news headlines and wonder what possible difference they can make. A story of hope, and how in our weakness and inability God does the miraculous with whatever we can offer.

Hb | 240 pgs | H & S

REF 2824 RRP £14.99 Aslan £12.99

No Neutral Ground: Finding Jesus in a Cape Town Ghetto

Pete Portal Cape Town is one of the world's most beautiful cities, described as heaven on earth. But for the majority of its inhabitants, it's hell. Ghettoes are everywhere, and for those living in Manenberg - a coloured township built by the apartheid government as part of its forced removal plan - life is just as marginal today as it was during apartheid. But now there's rampant drug use and gangs. No Neutral Ground is the gripping account of Pete's move from London to Manenberg, of addicts and gangsters transformed by meeting Jesus, establishing a church community, and all the heartbreak and failure along the way. This is a story of mighty works of God, as well as relapse and despair; the miraculous and the mundane, heaven and hell, balanced on a knife edge. Why do some choose this way of life? Is giving up our lives for others worth it? What could church become if we risk it all to reach the forgotten and the lost.

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Pb | 288 pgs | H & S

REF 2825 RRP £13.99 Aslan £11.99

Ian Bradley The Fife Pilgrim Way

In the Footsteps of Monks, Miners and Martyrs Journey through British spirituality in a brand new book packed with 100 images, maps, illustrations and countless stories. This brilliant collection brings to life the fascinating communities and the characters along the hugely popular Fife Pilgrim Way, in whose footsteps modern pilgrims are treading. Set off with Celtic saints from Culross and North Queensferry, march with miners through the West Fife coalfields, continuing on with Covenanters and Communists and ending among the martyrs, relics and ghosts of the haunted city of St Andrews. This gripping and thoroughly researched narrative presents a journey through Scottish history, ancient and modern, with spiritual reflections along the way. A unique and beautiful book set to be a hit with all those interested in Scotland and spirituality.

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Pb | 304 pgs | BIRLINN

REF 2826 RRP £14.99 Aslan £11.99

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