In this study, Michael Hryniuk develops a full phenomenological, psychological and theological account of spiritual transformation in the context of L'Arche, a federation of Christian communities that welcome persons with learning disabilities. The book begins with a critical examination of current perspectives on spiritual transformation in theology and Christian spirituality and constructs a new, foundational formulation of transformation as a shift in consciousness, identity and behavior. Through extensive analysis of the narratives of the caregiver-assistants who share life with those who are disabled, this case-study reveals an alternative vision of the "three-fold way" that unfolds through a series of profound awakenings in relationships of mutual care and presence: an awakening to the capacity to love, to bear inner anguish and darkness, and to experience radical human and divine acceptance. The book examines the psychological dimensions of spiritual transformation through the lens of contemporary affect theory and explores how care-givers experience a profound healing of shame in their felt sense of identity and self-worth.

Deluxe Gift Edition "A gift that will beautify a child's life " The Bible-Time Nursery Rhyme Book Takes the child on a delightful journey through the Bible, introducing the child to Bible characters and Bible principles in fascinating, nursery rhyme style Why in Rhyme? For the same reason many television advertisers use jingles in their commercials. They know that ideas presented in rhyme linger longer in the mind than those presented in prose What mother has not heard her child "sing-songing" commercials throughout the day? And what adult cannot recite nursery rhymes from his childhood? The Bible-Time Nursery Rhyme Book makes use of this proven method to impress the child's mind unforgettably with truths from God's Word The Bible-Time Nursery Rhyme Book Educates While it entertains Delights the EYE and the EAR while it feeds the MIND More than 250 eye-catching illustrations A priceless treasure for the growing child Excellent for classroom or nursery school use Makes Bible-learning FUN For pre-schoolers and young readers alike-it "it grows with the child"-even adults can't lay it down

For years, author Dewey Olmstead has been writing essays based on his sometimes unusual insights into the true gospel of Jesus Christ. Whether he wrote for friends, families he visited, or even strangers, Olmstead wanted nothing more than to share the truth of the Scriptures and for people to grow closer to God.

"Line upon Line" presents a collection of Olmstead's essays offering encouragement and inspiration to those struggling with daily life. Written in an easy-to-read for-mat, these nuggets of wisdom convey the awesome power of the Gospel and fill believers with hope and strength.

His thoughtful commentary punctuates each subject and seeks to answer some of our most common questions about God and His Kingdom, which we are a part of. Olmstead discusses the beauty and majesty of God's creation, how Earthly laws relate to God's eternal laws, the importance of reading the Scriptures, the beauty of our heavenly inheritance, and much more.

Learn amazing truths that will carry you through this troubled world, past the gatekeeper, and into exaltation with "Line upon Line."

Walk Out Of Financial Darkness is a fun and entertaining story that allows you to take a journey with Annie, a young woman not unlike many Americans today. She has maxed-out credit cards, pays bills late because she refuses to open her mail, and feels as if she is drowning where money is concerned. When Annie feels there is no hope left, an unexpected helper named Simon arrives, to teach her ten lessons on basic money management. Instead of lecturing, he creates situations that she must experience. This method will allow Annie, and you, to easily understand how the financial concept works and how it could be applied to your situation. Vanessa Derrico won multiple awards, including First Year Top Achiever, while working as a financial advisor. During that experience, she found her true passion was financial education, not getting a set number of clients or a specific amount of funds to manage. She discovered there were many people who needed help with financial basics. Helping people learn those basic concepts, however, was not the focus of her financial training. Vanessa has met with thousands of individuals since 2005, while facilitating seminars, classes, and one-on-one coaching. She has tested how basic financial concepts work, how to explain them to others and what pitfalls to avoid. All of her experience gained in executing these concepts in her own household and with the people she has helped has gone into creating Walk Out Of Financial Darkness as an easy to read, fun financial book. Paperback $14.99 Hardcover $22.99

A step-by-step guide to building a strong children's ministry that is a vital part of the church. People know they are called to children's ministry when they get goose bumps and butterflies from something a kid says or an idea that they know will communicate the gospel to children. Building Children's Ministry provides the practical information to transform those feelings and that calling into a successful children's ministry that is integrated into the life of the congregation. The book is divided into topical chapters, including:

Getting the support of the pastor and the congregationStatements of purposeBudgets and fundraisingRecruiting and keeping volunteersSafety and securityDiscipline and appropriate policiesChoosing and evaluating curriculumPublicity

Building Children's Ministry is a practical guide through the challenging (but exciting) steps between recognizing the need for children's ministry and creating a program that ministers to children and their families.

Abuse in the church is real. The place where one expects to find love, inspiration, and healing can become the very place where harm and destruction occur. Sadly, pastors and church leaders can bring abuse to their people through the use of a rigid and harsh approach to leadership. Other leaders are indifferent about what happens at church. When legalism and self-righteousness dominate or permissiveness is pervasive, the church that God intended is destroyed.

In "Understanding Abusive Church Leadership: What It Looks Like and How It Debilitates the Life and Spirit of Church Members," author Judy R. De Wit presents a challenge to you to identify what kind of leadership your church uses. Once you determine its approach, you can determine what changes your church should make to enhance a healthier church environment-one that leads to a better church for everyone.

Christ's mandate for His Church is for it to be a place of healing, restoration, and recovery. Everyone should feel safe to be a member. "Understanding Abusive Church Leadership" seeks to equip you to help your church to serve God as He intended.