The Christmas Child and Gift-Wrapped Family

The Christmas Child and Gift-Wrapped Family
Author: Linda Goodnight
Publisher: Harlequin
Total Pages: 410
Release: 2020-11-10
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0369701968

The holidays are a time for hope and healing in two uplifting inspirational romances from popular authors whose stories can warm the coldest of hearts. The Christmas Child by Linda Goodnight In Redemption, Oklahoma, a young boy is found huddled in a Dumpster, clutching a Christmas book. Undercover agent Kade McKendrick brings the child home until he can track down his family. All Kade has is a name, Davey, and the boy’s trust of teacher Sophie Bartholomew. As they uncover the mystery of a very special child, could they form a new family in time for Christmas? Gift-Wrapped Family by Lois Richer Mia Granger is shocked to learn her late husband fathered a child out of wedlock. Now the handsome lawyer representing the adoption agency is pressing Mia to meet the girl. But with all the betrayals in her life, Mia is afraid to open her heart to anyone. When she learns she owns a ranch she never knew existed, Mia wonders if it’s a home meant for three . . .

Design Mom

Design Mom
Author: Gabrielle Stanley Blair
Publisher: Artisan
Total Pages: 289
Release: 2015-04-07
Genre: House & Home
ISBN: 1579656552

New York Times best seller Ever since Gabrielle Stanley Blair became a parent, she’s believed that a thoughtfully designed home is one of the greatest gifts we can give our families, and that the objects and decor we choose to surround ourselves with tell our family’s story. In this, her first book, Blair offers a room-by-room guide to keeping things sane, organized, creative, and stylish. She provides advice on getting the most out of even the smallest spaces; simple fixes that make it easy for little ones to help out around the house; ingenious storage solutions for the never-ending stream of kid stuff; rainy-day DIY projects; and much, much more.

Operation Christmas Child

Operation Christmas Child
Author: Franklin Graham
Publisher: B&H Publishing Group
Total Pages: 320
Release: 2013-10-01
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1433679981

It was a simple idea that became the worldwide ministry of Operation Christmas Child—to minister to children in war-torn and famine-stricken countries. In just two decades it has inspired everyday people to provide more than 100 million gift-filled shoeboxes to needy children in 130 countries. This beautiful book weaves the moving, God-saturated story of the ministry’s beginning with the soul-stirring, Christ exalting stories of lives that have been forever changed by a simple shoebox. Operation Christmas Child is filled with full-color photos of children whose smiles help tell what is a thoroughly hopeful story. Samaritan's Purse President Franklin Graham provides insight as the incredible stories of life transformation are told. Proceeds from Operation Christmas Child go to support the ministry it seeks to celebrate and honor.

A Christmas Gift for Rose

A Christmas Gift for Rose
Author: Tricia Goyer
Publisher: HarperChristian + ORM
Total Pages: 167
Release: 2013-09-24
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0310336821

Rose turned her back on the man she loves after he assisted the Englisch during World War II—only to discover she’s an Englischer herself. Born in the midst of the hardships of The Great Depression, Rose grew up in Berlin, Ohio, in the arms of a loving Amish family. But she is overwhelmed by self-doubt when she learns that she was born Englisch and abandoned when her family moved West in search of work. Was she meant to be Amish or would she have been better off growing up with her own kind—Englischers? When the man she loves leaves her behind, Rose is certain he left for good. Yet Rose discovers sometimes our greatest gifts are the ones we fear.

Mr. Willowby's Christmas Tree

Mr. Willowby's Christmas Tree
Author: Robert Barry
Publisher: Doubleday Books for Young Readers
Total Pages: 32
Release: 2012-11-28
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0449810321

Give the gift of holiday spirit with this classic picture book that celebrates how one Christmas tree brings joy to a whole forest of critters! Christmas is here and Mr. Willowby's tree has arrived. There's just one big problem: The tree is too tall for his parlor! He cuts off the top so it will fit, and soon the top of that tree is passed along again and again to bring holiday cheer to all the animals in the forest. Kids will love watching the tree move from home to home, and families will appreciate the subtle message of conservation and recycling, as the tree top spreads joy to all. This heartwarming story is the perfect way to start the yuletide season, and a warm addition to any family's festive holiday traditions.

I Love You More Than Christmas

I Love You More Than Christmas
Author: Ellie Hattie
Publisher: Tiger Tales
Total Pages: 31
Release: 2020-09-15
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1680102087

From the illustrator of the best-selling board book, I Love You to the Moon and Back, this festive hardcover picture book celebrates the joy of family at Christmas. There's a chill in the air and frost on the trees, and Little Bear has something to say: "I love wrapping and ribbons and balls of bright string, And gift tags, and glitter - the joy that they bring! I love giving presents, and getting them too, But the thing that I love more than Christmas is--" But Little Bear keeps getting interrupted by the mail carrier, the oven timer, the carolers... Can you guess what Little Bear loves even more than Christmas?

An Amish Garden

An Amish Garden
Author:
Publisher: Harlequin
Total Pages: 347
Release: 2014
Genre: Amish
ISBN: 0373601638

Presents three stories about Amish girls and their gardens.

Gift-Wrapped Family

Gift-Wrapped Family
Author: Lois Richer
Publisher: Harlequin
Total Pages: 219
Release: 2015-12-01
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 146038881X

A Family for Christmas Twenty-three-year-old widow Mia Granger is shocked to learn her late husband fathered a child out of wedlock. Now the handsome lawyer representing the young orphan's adoption agency is pressing Mia to meet the girl. She's touched by how deeply Caleb Grant cares about the five-year-old, especially given his own harrowing past. But with all the betrayals in her life, Mia is scared to open her heart to anyone. When she learns she owns a lovely ranch she never knew existed, Mia wonders if it's a home meant for a family of three—just in time for Christmas.

Jammie Claus

Jammie Claus
Author: Megan R. Holmes
Publisher:
Total Pages: 28
Release: 2019-08
Genre:
ISBN: 9781733344708

While history is often incomplete, Mrs. Claus is not at the margin as most may have guessed. The true story is that many years ago before Santa was known, it was Jammie Claus who began the Christmas tradition of unconditional giving. Each Christmas Eve, she climbs into her magical gingerbread sleigh and spreads peace, love, and joy as she delivers Christmas pajamas to all. You will know the pajamas are from her when you find your Jammie Claus Bag filled and tied with a bow! Enjoy this box set with your own Jammie Claus bag and book to bring the tradition to your family.

Children's Ministry

Children's Ministry
Author: Judy N. Comstock
Publisher: Abingdon Press
Total Pages: 77
Release: 2011-07-01
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1426734549

The Abingdon-Church of the Resurrection Ministry Guides are the first choice for recruiting, motivating, and developing lay leadership for specialized ministries from A to Z—from adult ministries to ushering. Each inexpensive, 64-page Guide brings together Church of the Resurrection’s can-do attitude with Abingdon Press’s ministry of empowering church leaders. The result is a series that is user-friendly, encouraging, and most important, practical. The passion to help churches experience how many things they can do to encourage participation drives these Ministry Guides. Each Guide is concise, conversational, and current, full of ideas you’ll be able to implement immediately, with little or no budget. Recognizing that volunteers are busy people who work hard, the Guides will be the first place to turn when you’re new to a topic, to help you feel empowered, prepare quickly, and get up and running with confidence and creativity. You’ll find eye-catching icons and features that help you move directly to practical, fun, and effective solutions. Judy Comstock is the Director of Children’s Ministries at the United Methodist Church of the Resurrection.