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Book recommendations

“When the Heart Waits” by Sue Monk Kidd

“Waiting…although unfashionable these days, seems to be a way of life for me. Sue Monk Kidd has spurred my thoughts towards growing my soul while I wait.” Jennifer G.

“Things Seen and Unseen” by Nora Gallagher

“A wonderful book about faith and grace, walking through the church year. Great writing!” Mary M.

”Praying the Psalms” by Eugene Petersen

“Perfect for any faith library (and pocket!)” Nancy I.

“The Poisonwood Bible” by Barbara Kingsolver

“This beautifully written book is set in the Congo, Africa in the 1960’s. It gives us a window into this culture, but even more, about relationships between mothers, daughters, and sisters. Wonderful!” Melanie G.

“Brideshead Revisited” by Evelyn Waugh

“A classic campus novel about buddies at Oxford University. One of them never does quite give up his college antics – but also never quite gives up the deep Christian commitment his family raised him in. A hilarious, sophisticated novel about the borders of faith.” Dave C.

“The Book of God” by Walt Wangerin

“Walt Wangerin wrote the story of the Bible as a novel. I can’t wait to get back to it each morning!!” Jeanne O.

“Staggerford” by Jon Hassler

“Staggerford” is a fictitious Minnesota town full of interesting characters you will fall in love with. When you do, follow up by reading the continuing story of the marvelous Agatha McGee by reading “A Green Journey” and then “Dear James” and then “The Staggerford Flood.” Katie H.

"Let us be silent that we may hear the whisper of God." ~Ralph Waldo Emerson, author