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Your friendly, independent online bookshop Dear Friends, Welcome to the bumper Christmas edition of your magazine! We are really excited by the breadth of Advent and Christmas books for all the family. The table of contents opposite will guide you through them. We have also included a few key Lent titles that are being published now and as usual bulk discounts apply for group purchases (see p26).

As I write, we are all aware of supply chain problems: let me assure you that we hold over 2,000 different titles in stock at all times, and have been assured that all new titles presented in this magazine will be published on time.

We wish you a very happy Christmas!

David Wavre, Editor

3-7 Advent 8-9 Biographies 10 Diaries & Lectionaries 11 Daily Bible Reading Notes 12-13 Prayer & Spirituality 14-15 Bibles & Study 16-17 Devotional 18-19 Theology 20-23 Christian Life 24 Blessings 25 Author Feature: Aled Jones 26 Lent Preview 27 General Interest 28 Christmas Jigsaws | Tea Towels 29 Advent | 2022 Calendars 30 Candles 31 Christmas Cards 32-33 Fiction 34-35 Children’s Christmas 36-37 Children’s 38 Christmas Music 39 Order Form

Sarah Eberle’s Psalm 23 Garden: Design Tips for a Calm Green Space

In September 2021, The Bible Society entered a garden based on Psalm 23 into the RHS Chelsea Flower Show. The garden was designed by Sarah Eberle, a previous winner of 17 gold medals at Chelsea and Hampton Court Flower Shows. If that wasn’t enough, the Psalm 23 Garden won another gold medal as well as awards for Best Sanctuary Garden and Best Construction Award!

This book contains full-colour photographs of features of the garden so that you can relax and reflect with them at home. It also contains tips and advice on creating your own beautiful garden, if you would like to create one for yourself personally or as a project for your local community.

Pb | 52 pgs | BIBLE SOCIETY

REF 5309 RRP £6.50 Aslan £5.99 Remember to look out for these images in this, and future, magazines!

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Advent: This year's top titles!

The Art of Christmas: Meditations on the Birth of Jesus

Jane Williams Jane’s meditations on the birth of Jesus take you deep into the story of the original Christmas as depicted in some of the world’s greatest paintings. These profoundly perceptive reflections on the different ways in which artists have imagined the Nativity will deepen and refresh your appreciation of the real meaning of Christmas, and the message of love, joy and peace that it speaks to all the world.

Illustrated in stunning full colour, with famous and lesser-known Western masterpieces, and presented in a small, easily portable format, The Art of Christmas is ideal Advent reading for all art lovers, but also makes a wonderful Christmas gift. Jane Williams’ insightful meditations will not only help you rediscover the spiritual heart of Christmas, but will also give you a deeper, expanded appreciation of the skill and mastery behind these masterful paintings.

Pb | 128 pgs | SPCK

REF 5222 RRP £9.99 Aslan £7.99

News of Great Joy: The Church Times Christmas Collection

Each year, the Christmas double issue of the Church Times offers a feast of seasonal reading. News of Great Joy draws together the best Christmas writing by outstanding authors and poets over twenty years to create an ideal Christmas gift and a wealth of material for all who preach or lead worship at Christmas. Including contributions from John Barton, Barbara Brown Taylor, Margaret Barker, Evelyn Underhill, Stephen Cottrell, Tom Wright and more.

Pb | 320 pgs | CANTERBURY PRESS

REF 5253 RRP £18.99 Aslan £16.99

Music of Eternity: Meditations for Advent with Evelyn Underhill

The Archbishop of York’s Advent

Book 2021 Dr Robyn Wrigley-Carr Beloved spiritual writer Evelyn Underhill believed that God does not just come to us at special times, but is always coming to us. But how do we recognise His coming and make ourselves open to it? In Music of Eternity, Robyn Wrigley-Carr shares a series of meditations exploring the nature of God’s comings. Skilfully weaving together Underhill’s writings with the psalms and short prayers, she shows how, as Christians, we can embrace God’s comings and be transformed by them in order to better love others. These Christian meditations will help you make the most of the Advent season and be more able to connect with God at all times.

Pb | 192 pgs | SPCK

REF 5230 RRP £10.99 Aslan £8.99

An Advent Book of Days: Meeting the Characters of Christmas

Gregory K. Cameron An Advent Book of Days tells the stories of all the characters and creatures that make up the Christmas story, with daily prayers and reflections based on their experiences. Fully illustrated in colour, this rich, seasonal companion combines the Bible, history, art and legend to explore the story of the incarnation.

Pb | 112 pgs | CANTERBURY PRESS

REF 5231 RRP £9.99 Aslan £8.99

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Advent The Dawn of Redeeming Grace: Daily Devotions for Advent

Sinclair B. Ferguson An Advent devotional for Christmas that will stir hope and inspire worship. As dawn broke on that first Christmas morning, the sun rose on a new era: God’s king had come to earth to bring about His kingdom. Join Sinclair Ferguson as he opens up the first two chapters of Matthew’s Gospel in these daily devotions for Advent. Each day’s reflection is full of insight and application, and will help you to arrive at Christmas Day awed by God’s redeeming grace and refreshed by the hope of God’s promised king.

Pb | 160 pgs | GOOD BOOK COMPANY

REF 5254 RRP £7.99 Aslan £6.99

‘Sinclair Ferguson is a worthy and helpful guide, pointing out insights we may have missed and guiding us toward wonder and worship.’ Nancy Guthrie ‘...written by a wise author offering us rich insights.’ Ray Ortlund Celebrating Christmas: Embracing Joy Through Art and Reflections

Amy Boucher Pye & Leo Boucher Grab a cuppa and sink into a cosy chair as a father-daughter duo leads you into the celebration of Christmas through their art and reflections.

Considering not only the story of Mary and Joseph journeying to Bethlehem, where Jesus was born, but also our modern-day expressions of Christmas, they bring light and life to what can be a fraught and exhausting season. A book perfect for giving as a gift or using oneself to foster joy and peace.

Hb | 128 pgs | BRF

REF 5232 RRP £9.99 Aslan £7.99

The Birth of Christ: Celebrating the Nativity

A grand combination of Gospel Text, illustration and music to capture the great story of the birth of Christ. From the Annunciation to Simeon's Prophecy, The Birth of Christ features thirty-four paintings, drawings and etchings from Rembrandt's best known masterpieces in oils, to intimate pen and ink drawings and delicate sepia sketches. This display of beautiful, sensitive and worshipful art will inspire you to engage with the story like never before. The accompanying CD contains a variety of choral music, incorporating a wide variety of classic and contemporary favourites such as: Joy to the World and The First Noel.

Hb + CD | 96 pgs | EAGLE

REF 1757 RRP £8.99

Aslan £3.99

The Prince of Peace in a World of Wars: Applying the Message of God’s Love to a Needy World

David Kerrigan The biblical title 'The Prince of Peace' leaves us in no doubt that God's purpose in Jesus Christ is to bring peace - universal peace, both with God and with our neighbours. But have we really understood what this peace might look like, especially in a world of wars and suffering? David Kerrigan sees the coming of Jesus at Christmas as central to the divine plan to bring peace to the world.

Pb | 144 pgs | BRF

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REF 2351 RRP £8.99

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The Whole Christmas Story: An Advent Adventure Through Genesis, Revelation, and Points in Between

Jo Swinney The Christmas season with all its glitter and promise can throw our brokenness into stark relief. And our pain is not soothed by the overconsumption of mulled wine and cheese or another set of overpackaged toiletries. Advent offers us the chance to come again to the manger, to sit and wonder at the birth of God’s son Jesus, and to receive His gift of shalom – wholeness, healing and peace.

Pb | 144 pgs | BRF

REF 5233 RRP £8.99 Aslan £7.49

In Touch With God: Advent Meditations On Biblical Prayers

Michael Green & Rosemary Green Make this Advent a time to refresh and enhance your spiritual life by reflecting on some of the greatest prayers in the Bible and the people who prayed them. Abraham, Moses, Hannah, David, Isaiah, Mary . . . This sequence of twenty-five inspiring meditations looks at how our forebears in faith turned to God, both in times of trouble and times of joy and celebration. These deeply prayerful reflections on Scripture will help you get in closer touch with God throughout this Advent season and beyond into the year ahead.

Pb | 96 pgs | SPCK

REF 1674 RRP £7.99 Aslan £5.99

The Word Was God: Short Reflections for Advent

Andy John A gentle way to walk through the busy days leading to Christmas, with encouragement to slow down and savour the words of one of the best-loved seasonal Bible readings.

Refreshment for heart and soul, and inspiration for sharing the good news of Jesus' birth.

Pb | 112 pgs | BRF

REF 5077 RRP £6.99 Aslan £5.25

In the Manger: 25 Inspirational Selections for Advent

Max Lucado Do you desire to take long looks at Jesus? You can see the world standing tall, but to witness the Saviour, you have to get on your knees. Pastor and New York Times bestselling author Max Lucado invites readers to witness the birth of Christ as they've never seen it before, through twenty-five inspirational selections from his most popular books. Join Mary and Joseph inside a stable, beside a shepherd, at the feet of the King in the manger.

Hb | 128 pgs | THOMAS NELSON

REF 5402 RRP £5.99 Aslan £5.49

A Shaking Reality: Daily Reflections for Advent

Peter B. Price Inspired by Father Alfred Delp, who wrote a meditation titled The Shaking Reality of Advent while imprisoned by the Nazis during WWII, Bishop Peter B. Price has written a series of reflections and prayers to be read on each day of Advent. Each reflection is written that we may be 'shaken and brought to a realisation of our selves' in order to gain a new understanding of God's promise of redemption and release.

Pb | 160 pgs | DLT

REF 2396 RRP £9.99

Aslan £7.99

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Advent The Adventure of Christmas: 25 Simple Family Devotions for December

Ed Drew These simple 10-minute family devotions for Advent, with graphic-novel-style illustrations, explore the Gospel accounts of the first Christmas in an engaging way, and will help families keep Christ at the heart of their celebrations. With all the Bible passages and questions already laid out, you can lead these devotions without needing any extra time to prepare, making family devotional time an achievable joy, not an unrealistic burden. There are different sets of questions for 3-4s, 5-7s, 7-12s, teens and even parents, so the whole family can enjoy looking at the Bible together.

Pb | 128 pgs | GOOD BOOK COMPANY

REF 5256 RRP £6.99 Aslan £5.99

Image of the Invisible: Daily Bible readings from Advent to Epiphany

Amy Scott Robinson When you hear the name 'God', does an image come into your head? Do you think of him as a shining light, or with a human shape, or as an anchor in the storm, a rock, a fortress? As we look towards celebrating the incarnation at Christmas, we consider how God chose to express himself, in a moment in history, as a tiny baby. But what other images describe God in the Bible, and what can we learn about his character through them? How does an invisible God reveal himself to us in scripture and in Jesus? Amy Scott Robinson, a poet and storyteller, answers this question with imagination and a close reading of the text.

Pb | 160 pgs | BRF

REF 2899 RRP £8.99

Aslan £6.99

Repeat the Sounding Joy: A daily Advent devotional on Luke 1 - 2

Christopher Ash In this Advent journey through Luke 1–2, Christopher Ash brings these familiar passages to life with fresh insight, colour and depth. As you soak up the Scriptures, you'll experience the joy of Christmas through the eyes of those who witnessed it first hand, from Mary and Elizabeth to the Shepherds and Simeon. Celebrate afresh the arrival of the long-awaited Messiah in history, and learn what it means to wait for him with joyful expectation today.

Each day's reading includes a short reflection, a prayer, a carol, and space to journal, helping you to treasure the Lord Jesus in your heart in the hectic run-up to Christmas.

Pb | 160 pgs | GOOD BOOK COMPANY

REF 2904 RRP £7.99 Aslan £5.99

Freedom is Coming: From Advent to Epiphany with the Prophet Isaiah

Nick Baines 'Comfort, O comfort my people. . . In the wilderness prepare the way of the Lord.' The second part of the book of Isaiah rings with proclamations and prophecies that find their fulfilment in the Gospels and are still being fulfilled by followers of Jesus today. In Freedom is Coming Nick Baines invites you to think about what it meant for people in Isaiah's day to be living in exile, and how the prophet encouraged them to keep their faith alive despite the apparent hopelessness of their situation. At the same time, this book helps you to see the connections between Isaiah's time and ours, and how his vision of God's truth and justice spreading throughout the world can comfort, challenge and inspire God's people now, just as it did back then. Read this book and find out how you too can become a 'light to the nations' as, once again, we approach the celebration of Christ's birth and the new world that God has promised to bring into being.

Pb | 144 pgs | SPCK

REF 2902 RRP £9.99 Aslan £7.99 6

Tidings of Comfort & Joy: A Christmas Feast of Faith and Fun

Pam Rhodes A selection of carols, poems, Bible readings and other inspirational passages, as chosen by Pam Rhodes, a familiar face of the BBC's Songs of Praise. As well as the usual old favourites - from Hark the Herald Angels Sing to the stories of the shepherds and the wise men visiting the baby Jesus - there are plenty of lighter moments, with excerpts from Gervase Phinn's memoirs and funny poems by modern writers. Alongside the items themselves Pam shares some of her own Christmas reminiscences and explores the resonance of the Christmas story for all our lives in her trademark inviting and heartwarming style.

Pb | 256 pgs | HODDER & STOUGHTON

REF 1833

RRP £9.99

Aslan £7.50

Comings and Goings: Retracing the Christmas Story Through Place and Time

Gordon Giles Life involves many 'comings and goings', as we make our way along the path of faith day by day, guided by God's Holy Spirit. This book of readings for Advent and Christmas invites us to make a journey through time, from the end to the very beginning of all things. The daily reflections work backwards from the traditional Advent focus of the 'Four Last Things'death, judgement, heaven and hell - via Jesus' life, death and resurrection, to come at last to the incarnation and the events commemorated at Christmas itself. In the following days, the focus turns to Christ as the Word of God, present at the dawn of creation. Along the way, we 'visit' some of the actual Holy Land sites associated with Gospel events, drawing new insights from the familiar stories.

Pb | 174 pgs | BRF

REF 4834

RRP £7.99

Aslan £6.75

Humbug and Happiness: An Advent Study With the Classic Movie A Christmas Carol

Sheila Jacobs A brand new course to be studied by individuals or groups as a companion to the 1951 classic movie A Christmas Carol (titled Scrooge in the UK), starring Alastair Sim. Using suggested clips from the film alongside Bible-based reflections, prayers and conversation points, Humbug and Happiness considers past, present and future through the expected Messiah, the Jesus of the first Christmas, and his promises for the future, as well as themes of forgiveness, living in the now, and trusting God. Pb | 112 pgs | DLT

REF 2898 RRP £6.99 Aslan £5.99

Keeping Advent & Christmas: Discovering the Rhythms and Riches of the Christian Seasons

Leigh Hatts While popular traditions of celebrating Christmas are an integral part of our shared culture, less is known about how other days of the Christian calendar at this time of year are observed and celebrated. Leigh Hatts' comprehensively-researched book helps us to rediscover the Christianbased, seasonal customs buried deep within our culture and church life. Keeping Advent & Christmas is packed with fascinating details about the beliefs, rituals and traditions of liturgical days between 'Stir-up Sunday' and Candlemas.

Pb | 160 pgs | DLT

REF 1832 RRP £9.99

Aslan £6.99

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Biographies Doing Time: A Spiritual Survival Guide

Jonathan Aitken & Edward Smyth Jonathan Aitken and Edward Smyth both experienced a dramatic fall from grace. Each of them found themselves removed from their homes and loved ones, locked up in prison and having to deal with the fallout of their actions. However, in the middle of their lowest point they discovered something life-changing. God hadn’t forgotten about them. Doing Time offers encouragement and advice on how to survive and even make the most of life inside prison. Offering the sort of practical and spiritual wisdom that only comes from personal experience, it shows that it is never too late for God to help us find a new way forward in our lives.

Pb | 96 pgs | LION

REF 5310 RRP £6.99 Aslan £5.99

Where the Light Fell: A Memoir

Philip Yancey With a journalist’s background Philip Yancey is widely admired for taking on the more difficult and confusing aspects of faith. Now in Where the Light Fell he shares, for the first time, the painful details of his own origins. Raised by their impoverished single mother, Philip and his brother Marshall struggled to comprehend her speeches about their dead father, an Old Testament Bible story, and sons sacrificed for a divine cause. A testament to the power of the human spirit, Where the Light Fell illuminates Yancey’s ability to bring comfort to those bruised by the church, and hope to those who can’t imagine ever finding a healthy faith.

Hb | 320 pgs | HODDER & STOUGHTON

REF 5259 RRP £16.99 Aslan £12.99

Sea Changed: Coming Home, Healing and Being at Peace with God

Kate Nicholas Growing up with a strong sense of spirituality, Kate searched long and hard throughout the world to make sense of that spiritual longing. After catching glimpses of the divine in many cultures along the way, Kate finally found God and her life was transformed for ever.

Despite a highly successful journalistic career, she felt there was a disconnect between her work and faith, which eventually led her to work for the charity World Vision where she is now the Chief Communications Officer. Kate has had some personal battles to face, including the loss of both her parents, the loss of a baby, debilitating ME and breast cancer.

Sea Changed encourages readers to recognise the unseen hand that shifts our perspective, alters our trajectory and lifts us up even in our darkest moments.

Pb | 304 pgs | AUTHENTIC MEDIA

REF 1225 RRP £9.99 Aslan £6.99

Through a Glass Darkly: Journeys Through Science, Faith and Doubt – A Memoir

Alister McGrath In what he anticipates will be his final book, respected scientist and theologian Professor Alister McGrath shares the story of a life spent in pursuit of truth: first through the discipline of science, then in tandem with the Christian faith he found as a young man.

In Through a Glass Darkly Professor McGrath shares at length and for the first time how exactly he moved from atheism to faith while studying natural sciences at Oxford University, and how each discipline has informed the other throughout his life. This is a rich, inspiring read from one of today’s greatest public theologians.

Pb | 240 pgs | HODDER & STOUGHTON

REF 5112 RRP £9.99 Aslan £8.49 8

Baroness Cox: Eyewitness to a Broken World, 2nd Edition

PRE-ORDER: Publishes 19th November

Lela Gilbert Baroness Cox of Queensbury was appointed a Life Peer in 1982. A former deputy speaker of the House of Lords, she is a tireless advocate for international human rights. She visits the most forgotten people in the world – often in highly dangerous conditions – to carry their stories of abuse and persecution back to the West. She has risked her life many times while taking aid to war victims in Armenia, Myanmar, Nigeria, Sudan and South Sudan, and Syria. Her motivation is profoundly Christian: ‘Faith without deeds is dead; love without action is dead.’ This new edition has been revised throughout to bring Baroness Cox’s remarkable story up to date.

Pb | 272 pgs | MONARCH

‘Caroline Cox is remarkable…This book faithfully records her profound service to some of the world’s most marginalised people.’ Rt Revd Philip Mounstephen, Bishop of Truro

REF 5311 RRP £12.99 Aslan £10.99

Justice for Christ’s Sake: A Personal Journey Around Justice Through the Eyes of Faith

James Jones With touching honesty, James Jones tells of his time as a Bishop and his role on three key independent panels into matters of national conscience - including chairing the panel that investigated the Hillsborough Disaster of 1989. All the dimensions of justice that James has experienced are vividly conveyed, as he offers up the lessons he has learned in his search for a better, fairer way to live and how the answers might be found in the teachings of Jesus. Justice for Christ’s Sake is a remarkable and fascinating Christian memoir, that offers a unique perspective on some of the most significant inquiries of the last three decades.

Pb | 160 pgs | SPCK

REF 5257 RRP £12.99 Aslan £10.49

Finding My Father: How the Gospel Heals the Pain of Fatherlessness

Blair Linne Blair’s personal story of growing up without a father at home reflects the experiences of millions. She weaves her personal story with thoughtful theological reflection, inviting readers to learn from God what ‘father’ really means and to trust Him, even if they feel their earthly father has let them down. This book will help readers to shift their eyes from what they do not have in their earthly fathers to what they do have in their eternal Father, who will never disappoint, reject or abandon them. Readers will see that the gospel promises not just forgiveness but also a place in God’s family, experienced in a local church, where they can enjoy the fullness of His fatherly joy, care, wisdom, provision, protection and security.

Pb | 176 pgs | GOOD BOOK COMPANY

REF 5258 RRP £8.99 Aslan £7.99

Closing Ranks: My Life as a Cop

Leroy Logan An inspiring autobiography of an illustrious career, giving a fascinating behind the scenes look at the workings of the Metropolitan Police. One of the founder members of the Black Police Association Charitable Trust, Leroy relates with powerful honesty his first-hand experience of racism, and how his strong Christian faith helped him persevere in a frequently hostile work environment.

Pb | 256 pgs | SPCK

REF 5116 RRP £9.99 Aslan £8.49

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Diaries & Lectionaries Common Worship Lectionary: Advent 2021 - Advent 2022

CW & BCP Lectionary 2022 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 readings.

Pb | 80 pgs | CHURCH HOUSE

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Pb | 96 pgs | SPCK

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Reflections for Daily Prayer: Advent 2021 Advent 2022

The Canterbury Church Book & Desk Diary 2022

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

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.

512 pgs | CANTERBURY PRESS

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Pb | 352 pgs | CHURCH HOUSE

REF 4426 RRP £16.99 Aslan £14.99

Church Pocket Book & Diary 2022

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

Flexibound | 1324 pgs | SPCK

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The Dave Walker Guide to the Church 2022 Calendar

The Dave Walker Guide to the Church Calendar is a regular favourite with his loyal and enthusiastic fans and a lifesaver for stressed church people. Dave’s distinctive and detailed style (he calls them ‘diagrams’), 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.

Pb | 14 pgs | CANTERBURY PRESS

REF 4433 RRP £7.99 Aslan £6.99 10

The Canterbury Preacher's Companion 2022 Catherine Williams 150 sermons with hymn suggestions. Each Sunday has two sermons based on Principal and Second Service lectionaries, plus sermons for special occasions, services, festivals and saints' days.

Pb | 348 pgs | CANTERBURY PRESS

REF 4434 RRP £19.99 Aslan £17.99

Daily Bible Reading Notes

A selection of Daily Bible reading notes to help us prayerfully read God's Word every day.

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Prayer & Spirituality The White Stone: The Art of Letting Go

Esther De Waal Esther de Waal is one of today’s most beloved spiritual writers. In The White Stone, she reflects on the changes and losses that come with growing older. Esther reflects on solitude and, following a period of illness, saying goodbye to a family home and the Welsh border landscape she had known for decades which inspired some of her greatest writing, and adjusting to a new city environment. In her characteristic style, she sees everything as a portal into a deeper spiritual understanding. She draws on the wealth of the Christian tradition, especially scripture and the monastic and Celtic spiritualities she knows so well, to help her navigate her way through not only the inevitable sense of loss that accompanies such change, but also to embrace the new possibilities it brings. This is a book of simple, profound wisdom that will speak to many coping with change in their own lives.

Pb | 126 pgs | CANTERBURY PRESS

REF 5312 RRP £12.99 Aslan £10.99

Rage and Hope: 75 Prayers for a Better World

Chine McDonald and Wendy Lloyd Commemorating 75 years of Christian Aid, this is a prayer book like no other. Bringing together voices from different contexts and cultures around the world, this is a collection of prayers of lament for the injustices of the world, and prayers of hope for the world we want to see. Featuring contributions from Rowan Williams, Amanda Khozi Mukwashi, Rhidian Brook, Robert Beckford, John Bell, Rachel Treweek, Walter Brueggemann and many more, Rage and Hope offers defiant, inspiring Christian prayers for a better world.

Pb | 160 pgs | SPCK

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More Than Words

Hannah Dunnett Hannah presents her much-loved illustrations alongside each one's background story. Learn about her inspiration and journey of faith, as you find encouragement and reflect on the art's Scriptures through questions. A must-have for fans of Hannah's art!

Hb | 76 pgs | MONARCH

REF 1636 RRP £12.99 Aslan £9.99

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Stephen Cherry Barefoot Ways: Praying Through Advent, Christmas and Epiphany

Especially helpful for people with a heavy workload - whether lay or ordained - Barefoot Ways offers the reader a poetic, prayerful meditation for every day of December and January. It connects with the spiritual themes of Advent, Christmas and Epiphany and takes the reader from the first days of a new Christian year to the feast of Candlemas on February 2nd.

Pb | 132 pgs | SPCK

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When You Pray

Augustine's Life of Prayer, Learning and Love

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.

REF 2722 RRP £10.99 Aslan £8.49

Pb | 208 pgs | BRF

REF 2787 RRP £9.99 Aslan £6.99

Cally Hammond There are many biographies on how Augustine 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.

Pb | 144 pgs | BRF

Pray: Food For the Journey

Elizabeth McQuoid Prayer is hard. We'd rather be doing something else. Anything really. But God commands us to pray. And to do so continually. Jesus taught his disciples to pray, and that model prayer can become the basis of our prayers too. We need to pray deeper, more fervent prayers. Or, as the Puritans used to say, we need to 'pray until we pray'.

We should see prayer as a privilege, not a duty, and certainly not a burden. This devotional offers timeless wisdom and encouragement from Michael Baughen, Alistair Begg, Raymond Brown, David Coffey, Jonathan Lamb, Paul Mallard, Bruce Milne, Calisto Odede and Rico Tice.

Pb | 138 pgs | IVP

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The Way of St Benedict

Rowan Williams With typical eloquence and wisdom, Rowan Williams explores the appeal of St Benedict's sixth-century Rule, showing it to be a document of great relevance to present-day Christians and nonbelievers. For over a millennium the Rule has been influential on the life of Benedictine monks, but has also served in some sense as a 'background note' to almost all areas of civic experience: artistic, intellectual and institutional. The effects of this on society have been far-reaching and Benedictine communities and houses still attract countless visitors, testifying to the appeal and continuing relevance of Benedict's principles.

Pb | 160 pgs | BLOOMSBURY

REF 3057 RRP £12.99 Aslan £9.49

All Shall Be Well: The Revelations of Divine Love of Julian of Norwich

Sheila Upjohn All Shall Be Well is widely considered to be the clearest modern rendering of Revelations of Divine Love, the 'showings' received from God by the 15th-century anchoress Julian of Norwich, which have brought comfort and hope to countless people around the world.

Sheila Upjohn's acclaimed translation provided the bestselling Enfolded in Love selection of Julian's words.

Pb | 208 pgs | DLT

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Bibles & Study Good News Bible: Family Edition

The Good News Bible: Family Edition is a brand new Bible that has been designed to get your family engaging with, and experiencing, the Bible together. Using a diverse range of exciting features, The Bible Society have created a way of interacting with the Bible that provides space and tools for your family to find your own confidence and rhythm in To receive your FREE 14-page sampler simply exploring the Bible at home. quote SAMPLER when placing an order Key Features: • Unique opposing landscape page layout, allowing for multiple ways of engagement • Over 400 interactions throughout, based on the themes of Think, Chat, Do, Create and Watch • Removable and reusable ‘whiteboard’ jacket, for writing, drawing and being creative • Loads of space inside for writing, doodling and drawing • 26 online videos that help guide, support and unpack the tricky bits as you journey through the Bible • An online community of Family Bible users, where you can share ideas, stories and offer each other support • Regular new content that can be downloaded or printed for free, with content based on feedback and suggestions from active users of the Bible Hb | 1328 pgs | BIBLE SOCIETY

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Journalling Bibles I Am So Many Things NIV Journalling Bible

Thea Muir This vibrant journalling Bible not only provides readers with extra-wide blank margins for journalling, but also includes 48 pages of two-colour illustrations from Thea Muir. Each charming image is accompanied by an 'I am' statement derived from Bible truths that Thea repeated to herself in the mirror while she recovered from an eating disorder. The devotional pages propose activities and challenges to help the reader recognise their identity in God's eyes.

Hb | 1360 pgs | HODDER & STOUGHTON

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NIV Journalling Bible Illustrated by Hannah Dunnett (new edition)

With extra-wide margins, quality writing paper and thirty-two pages of Christian artist Hannah Dunnett's beautiful illustrations to inspire you, this NIV Journalling Bible is perfect for those who love to reflect and journal creatively in God's presence. The singlecolumn setting and blank margins allow for plenty of room beside the Scriptures for your notes, drawings, stencilling and illumination, bringing a new depth and imagination to your quiet times.

Hb | 1312 pgs | HODDER & STOUGHTON

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The Bible in One Year: A Commentary

Nicky Gumbel Nicky Gumbel, pioneer of Alpha - a series of sessions exploring the Christian faith - and vicar of Holy Trinity Brompton in Kensington, London, aids readers following the Bible in one year programme to understand the Scriptures better. Drawing out a theme for each day from the designated Bible readings, Gumbel’s exegetical writings on the Proverbs, Psalms and New and Old Testament excerpts are packed with insight, wisdom and application.

These accompanying reading notes will enhance the study of anyone reading The Bible in One Year each day.

Pb | 816 pgs | HODDER & STOUGHTON

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‘My favourite way to start the day’ BEAR GRYLLS

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The Bible in one Year: A Commentary (6 MP3 CD set) 91.15 hours | HODDER & STOUGHTON

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God's Story: The Bible Explained

Matt Searles By linking each of its many parts back to the whole, it moves beyond simply retelling biblical stories to help us to see how the Bible remains vitally relevant to our daily lives. Giving historical context and theological insight, this book functions as both an accessible introduction for new readers of the Bible and an effective guide for those looking to grow their understanding of God's word.

Pb 192 pgs | Hb 168 pgs | LION BOOKS

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Hardback Illustrated Edition

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What Does the Bible Teach About...

Owen Strachan & Gavin Peacock A recent series of books written by Associate Professor of Christian Theology at MBTS in Kansas City, Owen Strachan, and former UK Premier League footballer Gavin Peacock.

...Lust ...Homosexuality ...Transgenderism

Hb | 160-176 pgs | CHRISTIAN FOCUS

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Devotional Truth For Life: 365 Daily Devotions

Alistair Begg Start with the gospel each and every day with this one-year devotional by renowned Bible teacher Alistair Begg. Each daily devotion includes: • Reflections from renowned Bible teacher Alistair Begg • Prompts for real life application • Relevant Scripture passages • A yearly Bible reading plan We all need to be reminded of the truth that anchors our life and excites and equips us to live for Christ. Reflecting on a short passage each day, Alistair spans the Scriptures to show us the greatness and grace of God, and to thrill our hearts to live as His children. His clear, faithful exposition and thoughtful application mean that this resource will both engage your mind and stir your heart.

Hb | 384 pgs | GOOD BOOK COMPANY

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#Niteblessings: Meditations to Close the Day

Malcolm Duncan Now in its third volume, Reverend Malcolm Duncan’s hugely popular #Niteblessings invites you again to encounter God at the close of each day. Each of these blessings offers an opportunity to lay down the burdens of the day and meaningfully engage with the Holy Spirit. Simply written, yet profound, moving and insightful, this book will renew and strengthen you for your daily walk with God. Hb | 208 pgs | LION

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The BRF Book of 365 Bible Reflections: With Contributions From BRF Authors, Supporters and Well-Wishers

Karen Laister, Olivia Warburton, and others The Bible is at the heart of BRF’s work, and this special anniversary collection is a celebration of the Bible for BRF’s centenary year. Bringing together a fantastically wide-ranging writing team of authors, supporters and well-wishers from all areas of BRF’s work, this resource is designed to help us go deeper into the story of the Bible and reflect on how we can share it in our everyday lives. Including sections which lead us through the Bible narrative as well as thematic and seasonal sections, it is the perfect daily companion to resource your spiritual journey.

With contributions from: Amy Boucher Pye, Stephen Cottrell, Bob Hartman, Krish Kandiah, Paul Kerensa, Chine McDonald, Rob Parsons, John Pritchard, Jennifer Rees Larcombe, Pam Rhodes, Margaret Silf, Jo Swinney, Graham Tomlin and Justin Welby.

Hb | 400 pgs | BRF

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Soul Fuel: A Daily Devotional

Bear Grylls For the first time, in this open, brave and honest book, Bear reveals the inspiration that helps him to stand strong and find peace each day. These daily readings - exploring themes of friendships, failure, courage, risk, and much more - show us all how to face each day with purpose and power.

Pb | 400 pgs | HODDER & STOUGHTON

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Tales from an Under Gardener: Finding God in the Garden -

52 Devotions, Exploring Truths About Life and God from Gardening

Richard Littledale An invitation to push open the garden gate and join Richard Littledale as he discovers the joy of gardening. A reluctant gardener, Richard took up ‘project garden’ to help combat the loneliness of bereavement, only to find that the physical transformation of his garden mirrored a real change in himself too. Follow Richard’s journey through 52 tales and uncover what gardening can teach us about patience, humility, hope, fruitfulness and the abiding goodness of God. Beautifully illustrated throughout, each tale includes a gardening story, a biblical reflection and a prayer.

Hb | 368 pgs | AUTHENTIC MEDIA

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A Seal Upon the Heart: God’s Wisdom and the Meaning of Marriage - a Devotional

Timothy Keller with Kathy Keller This day-by-day devotional to help couples find God’s wisdom as they navigate the complexities of married life. Each day includes a quotation from Scripture, a comment from the Kellers, and a prayer to help you ground your married life in God. Covering friendship and commitment, the completion of men and women in each other, and ministry and discipleship within the context of marriage, alongside many other themes, this is a profound resource to help you connect God’s wisdom with your marriage.

Pb | 400 pgs | HODDER & STOUGHTON

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A Lamp Unto My Feet: The Bible’s Light for Your Daily Walk

Elisabeth Elliot Before she could read or write, God’s holy words were read aloud to Elisabeth twice a day.

This gift of a deep and personal association with Scripture was priceless to her: a cool drink in times of thirst, an inspiration in times of fear, and a light in times of darkness. We all experience darkness. We all need the light of God’s Word to illuminate the path that lies in front of us. Join Elisabeth Elliot for six months of daily meditations, each a flame that chases away the darkness, each holding the power to bring you ever deeper into God’s steadfast and abiding love.

Pb | 240 pgs | REVELL

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Be Still: A Simple Guide to Quiet Times

Brian Heasley Be still. For some, these two simple words a welcome invitation to slow down. For others, they feel impossible, out of reach in our increasingly noisy world, or simply just too hard to maintain. There is another way. In fact, there are many. In this practical, easy-to-read guide, Brian Heasley explores the multitude of rhythms of Christian prayer and devotion available to every believer. From memorising scripture and prayer running to noticing beauty everywhere, he demonstrates how we don’t need to be static for our hearts to be still, and how even in the midst of a full, busy life, we can spend quiet time with God. Be Still is a prayer book for anyone looking for ways to revitalise the way they pray or who is struggling to make space for devotional time with God. Pb | 160 pgs | FORM

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Theology Compel Them to Come In: Calvinism and the Free Offer of the Gospel

Donald Macleod If we believe in God's sovereign predestination, how can we offer Christ to sinners indiscriminately? How could someone who knew that no one can come to Christ unless the Father draws them still plead with them to look to the Saviour? The Bible clearly entreats us to go after the lost, so Donald Macleod tackles the objections raised by those who argue that since there is no universal redemption there should be no universal gospel offer.

Hb | 160 pgs | CHRISTIAN FOCUS

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‘A book for all, it is a must–read for preachers’ Sinclair Ferguson ‘...one of the most soul–stirring, liberating books that I have read on this subject.’ Alistair Begg Rowan Williams in Conversation with Greg Garrett

Be a fly on the wall as two friends discuss their shared passions and interests. Their discussion ranges widely and delves deeply, offering rich and rewarding insights into a variety of intellectual and spiritual pursuits. Rowan Williams' contribution to the spiritual life of the English-speaking world is widely appreciated by people of many different religious persuasions. This unusually relaxed and accessible introduction to the man and his thoughts reveals why.

Pb | 128 pgs | SPCK

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My Theology Series

The world’s leading Christian thinkers explain some of the principal tenets of their theological beliefs.

The Word Within the Words

Malcolm Guite Illustrating his account with personal stories and poetry – both his own and classics from the canon – Guite explains a guiding theology of Christ as the Word, the essential logos that underlies all things, made flesh for us in Jesus.

Pb | 96 pgs | DLT

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Return From a Distant Country

Alister McGrath In this fascinating book, McGrath describes his journey into faith and his vision of Christian theology, focussing on the distinct role of historical theology; the importance of engaging the relation of science and faith; the need for theologians to engage in major public debates; and the significance of theological education.

Pb | 96 pgs | DLT

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Duppy Conqueror The Primacy of Love Robert Beckford Ilia Delio

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Reimagining Britain: Foundations for Hope

Justin Welby It is now three years since Justin Welby first published his Reimagining Britain. The fundamental message of that book remains as urgent as ever. But in this revised and expanded edition, Welby has taken fully into account the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, Brexit and all the social and political unrest that has ensued. If anything, the new edition of Archbishop Welby's book is even more important than its predecessor.

Here is a radical vision for 21st century Britain. The thesis of this book is that the work of reimagining is as great as it was in 1945, and will happen either by accident - and thus badly - or deliberately. Welby explores the areas in which values are translated into action, including the traditional three of recent history: health (especially public and mental), housing and education.

Pb | 336 pgs | BLOOMSBURY CONTINUUM

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God With Us: The Meaning of the Cross and Resurrection - Then and Now

Rowan Williams A fresh look at the foundation story of the Christian faith by one of the world's greatest living theologians. God With Us is packed with striking theological insight and spiritual encouragement and designed for use by individuals or groups, with questions for reflection or discussion at the end of each chapter. An ideal gift for anyone near the start of their spiritual journey or wanting to deepen their appreciation of the heart of the gospel.

Pb | 128 pgs | SPCK

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'Here Are Your Gods!': Faithful Discipleship in Idolatrous Times

Christopher J.H. Wright As Christians, we desperately need to name and expose the false gods and idols that we are tempted to bow down to – ‘Here are your gods!’ The Bible challenges the idols of political power and nationalism. The biblical story is filled with hope that the kingdom of God will ultimately triumph over all human empires. How then should we live as followers of Jesus, the Messiah, Saviour, Lord and King? Part One is adapted from chapter 5 of Wright’s The Mission of God, ‘The Living God Confronts Idolatry’. Parts Two and Three bring the Bible to bear on contemporary politics in the UK and USA, and for all Christians seeking to make sense of the changing world we live in.

Pb | 176 pgs | IVP

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A Theory of Everything (That Matters): A Short Guide to Einstein, Relativity and the Future of Faith

Alister McGrath With the confirmation of Einstein's theories at the beginning of the twentieth century, our understanding of the universe became much more complex. What does this mean for religious belief, and specifically Christianity? Does it mean, as so many people assume, the death of God? Alister McGrath explores these questions, giving an overview of Einstein's thought and scientific theories, including his nuanced thinking on the difference between the scientific enterprise and beliefs outside its realm.

Pb | 192 pgs | HODDER & STOUGHTON

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Christian Life

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aniel Strange was born in 1974 to British and Guyanese parents.

After studying theology and religious studies at Bristol University, he completed his doctoral work on the theology of religions under Prof.

Gavin D’Costa. From 2000-2005 he was Co-ordinator for the Religious and Theological Studies Fellowship, part of UCCF. He joined the faculty of Oak Hill Theological College, London, as Tutor in Culture, Religion and Public Theology in 2005. In 2018 he became the Director of Oak Hill.

Making Faith Magnetic: Five Hidden Themes Our Culture Can’t Stop Talking About... and How to Connect Them to Christ

As followers of Jesus, we know that the good news is deeply attractive. But we often fear that to those on the outside, it comes across as irrelevant or even repellent.

Sometimes the Christian worldview feels so out of step with everything else going on that we don’t know how to share our faith. However, author Daniel Strange wants to show you that the connections are there - in fact, the longings that our culture cannot help but express are the very ones that Jesus fulfils. Building on the work of theologian J.H. Bavinck, Dan reveals five recurring themes that our culture can’t stop talking about.

From TV to books to social media, these are the questions we can’t stop asking and the tensions we can’t stop wrestling with - and Jesus speaks powerfully into each one.

Pb | 160 pgs | GOOD BOOK COMPANY

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And Yet: Finding Joy in Lament

PRE-ORDER: Publishes 18th November

Rachael Newham In the depths of depression and plagued with suicidal thoughts, Rachael Newham never thought she’d find herself writing a book on joy. And yet, if her journey with mental health illness has taught her anything it is that true, deep, lasting joy can only be experienced when we allow ourselves to enter into lament and be honest about our pain before God. With warm understanding, Rachael traces how Biblical writers used ‘and yet’ to bring together joy and lament and invites us to see them not as opposites, but two sides of the same coin. Drawing on her experiences with mental illness, she shows us how we can build a rhythm of both joy and lament into our lives.

Pb | 160 pgs | FORM

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Timothy Keller

There are few events as significant and lifealtering as birth, marriage and death. These are the moments in which we experience our greatest happiness and our deepest grief. And so it is profoundly important to understand these events and their religious and spiritual significance in the course of our lives.

Pb | 128 - 144 pgs | HODDER & STOUGHTON

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Have You Felt Like Giving Up Lately?: Finding Hope and Healing When You Feel Discouraged

PRE-ORDER: Publishes 16th November David Wilkerson What happens when grief and depression seem so overwhelming that we feel like simply giving up? This encouraging book from bestselling author and longtime pastor David Wilkerson shows you how to trust God to bring you through hard times, wait on God’s answers to prayer, lay down your guilt, and much more. With powerful true stories and wisdom drawn from a lifetime of ministering to hurting people, Wilkerson gently guides you in giving your troubles over to God, believing that he will work miracles in your life.

Pb | 176 pgs | REVELL

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Transforming Loneliness: Deepening Our Relationships With God and Others When We Feel Alone

Ruth Graham As a single adult for many years, Ruth Graham understands loneliness. In Transforming Loneliness, Graham invites you to surrender your loneliness to God and work with Him in making healthy choices that lead to life, joy, and community. Through biblical principles and examples, along with true-life stories, you will discover how the core needs that drive your loneliness - the need to be known, to be chosen, to belong, and to be valued - can be met as God transforms your loneliness into a positive experience that accomplishes His purposes and draws you into a closer, more intimate, and more meaningful relationship with Him and others.

Pb | 272 pgs | BAKER

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The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry: How to Stay Emotionally Healthy and Spiritually Alive in the Chaos of the Modern World

John Mark Comer By outward metrics, everything appeared successful for John Mark. But inwardly, things weren't pretty. So he turned to a trusted mentor for guidance and heard these words: 'Ruthlessly eliminate hurry from your life. Hurry is the great enemy of the spiritual life.' It wasn't the response he expected, but it continues to be the answer he needs. Too often we treat the symptoms of toxicity in our modern world instead of trying to pinpoint the cause. A growing number of voices are pointing at hurry, or busyness as a root of much evil. Within the pages of this book, you'll find a compelling emotional and spiritual case against hurry and in favour of a slower, simpler way of life.

Pb | 304 pgs | HODDER & STOUGHTON

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Holding on When You Want to Let Go: Clinging to Hope When Life is Falling Apart

Sheila Walsh Are you struggling today? Are you stuck in the middle of a mess because life has not turned out as you expected? Are you holding on . . . but not sure how much longer you can? With great compassion born of experience and hardship, Sheila Walsh comes alongside the hurting, fearful, and exhausted to remind us that we serve a God who is so much greater than our momentary troubles, no matter how insurmountable they feel. She doesn’t offer a quick fix. She offers a God fix. Sharing from her own painful struggles and digging deep into biblical stories of rescue, hope, and miracles, she gives you the strength to keep going, to keep holding on to God in a world turned upside down.

Pb | 240 pgs | BAKER

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Christian Life Renovation of the Heart: Putting on the Character of Christ, 20th Anniversary Edition

Dallas Willard As Christians, we know that we should become more like Jesus - so we try to act differently. But changing our outward behaviour doesn’t change our hearts. Only God’s grace can do that. Renovation of the Heart lays a biblical foundation for spiritual transformation, and explores the disciplines and practices that are crucial if we are to be changed from the inside out. Immensely profound but also practical and encouraging, Dallas Willard’s insightful wisdom challenges us to rethink what it really means to become more Christlike and how we do so. This special 20th anniversary edition - featuring a new introduction by John Mark Comer - shows that this dynamic and practical approach to spiritual growth is just as needed today as it was 20 years ago.

Pb | 240 pgs | FORM

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Why?: Looking at God, Evil and Personal Suffering

Sharon Dirckx Why do bad things happen in our world? Why does God allow suffering? Of all the hurdles to faith, suffering must be the greatest. But how do we answer the question of ‘Why?’ in a credible, satisfying way? In this revised and updated edition, scientist Sharon Dirckx explores some of the most agonising and bewildering questions we all ask. With compassionate warmth and insight, she offers advice to help us cope with suffering and difficulties. Alongside, she interweaves her own experiences and the personal stories of individuals who have faced some of life’s toughest challenges, showing us that it is possible to believe in a powerful loving God and acknowledge the reality of evil and suffering.

Pb | 176 pgs | IVP

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Songs My Grandma Sang

Bishop Michael B. Curry In a conversation about his teaching and preaching style, Michael Curry noted with a laugh that hymns and songs of faith were always a part of the mix: ‘I learned what I believed in the songs I heard my family - especially my grandmother - sing. We sang our faith every day.’

Out of that strong foundation, Bishop Curry shares the music of his childhood - the songs that have grown with him to shape an adult and vibrant faith.

Pb | 144 pgs | HODDER & STOUGHTON

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Dear England: Finding Hope, Taking Heart and Changing the World

Stephen Cottrell Archbishop Stephen is a much-admired voice within the church, but in this book he writes for a more general audience, and those who might call themselves spiritual seekers - as well as anyone who is concerned about the life and unity of the UK. A short, beautiful book, this is at once both contemplative and deeply practical, which will speak to both Christians and those on the edges of faith.

Hb | 192 pgs | HODDER & STOUGHTON

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Mere Christianity

C. S. Lewis One of the most popular and beloved introductions to the concept of faith ever written, Mere Christianity has sold millions of copies worldwide. The book brings together C.S. Lewis’ legendary radio broadcasts during the war years, in which he set out simply to ‘explain and defend the belief that has been common to nearly all Christians at all times’.

Rejecting the boundaries that divide Christianity’s many denominations, Mere Christianity provides an unequalled opportunity for believers and nonbelievers alike to absorb a powerful, rational case for the Christian faith.

Pb | 256 pgs | COLLINS

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Still Standing: 100 Lessons From An 'Unsuccessful' Life

Tola Doll Fisher What do you do when life hasn't turned out the way you expected? When it feels like everyone else has it together but you're still figuring it out? And if God is meant to be your guide, why do you feel so lost? Tola Doll Fisher has asked these questions countless times and still doesn't have the answers. But as she explains in this series of 100 'life lessons' maybe that's okay. Refreshingly relatable and heartbreakingly honest, this is a book about discovering joy in the journey of a messy, work-in-progress walk of (sometimes failing, but still standing) faith.

Pb | 240 pgs | SPCK

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Specks and Planks: Stories of Hope, Humility and Humanity

Jeff Lucas Written in the same style as It’s a Dog’s Life and The Cactus Stabbers, Jeff provides us with more tales from his life and travels as a pastor. This collection of stories is designed to challenge, inspire, express vulnerability, show more kindness and be less swift to judge. There’s the story of Nurse Gemma whose laughter proved the best medicine for one patient; there’s the lady at the airport who brings a little bit of sunshine; and there’s the author who feels like he’s a little bit like an antique clock in need of regular adjustments. Stories to help us remember that when life is a puzzle, hope and help are a prayer away.

Pb | 160 pgs | CWR

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Mountains Move: Achieving Social Cohesion in a Multi-Cultural Society

Steve Bell Society is made up of various cultural groups trying to live together. We aim for social cohesion, but how do we do this as society becomes increasingly complex, aided and abetted by political correctness? Steve Bell peels back the complex layers of our multicultural society to reveal the inner workings of our national life. Using the metaphor of a mountain range, he identifies the major obstacles to meaningful and mutually respectful interaction between Christians and Muslims and encourages intelligent Christian engagement with western culture. It seems mountains can move, but only when grace and truth are involved in all spheres of society, as fair-minded people of all faiths and none, learn to model the necessary attitude and actions.

Pb | 240 pgs | AUTHENTIC MEDIA

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Blessings Blessings from the Psalms

This beautiful compilation of Bible verses and photos brings together well-loved verses from the Book of Psalms together with inspiring photos of God’s creation. This delightful gift book offers encouragement, reassurance and a reminder of how God created us, loves us, cares about us and has good plans for us. A splendid gift to bless a special friend.

Hb | 45 pgs | THE LEPROSY MISSION

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Blessings for All Seasons

This second compilation of beautiful photos by David Davenport explores the beauty of the changing seasons. Each image is paired with a well-loved Bible verse, carefully selected to offer encouragement and inspiration throughout the year. This splendid gift book offers seasonal reminders of God’s love, illustrated by wonderful images of the world he created for us. A thoughtful gift to bless a special friend.

Hb | 45 pgs | THE LEPROSY MISSION

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Wisdom and Blessings

This inspiring collection of splendid photos, uplifting thoughts and well-loved Bible verses offers timeless wisdom, encouragement and blessings for every day. A thoughtful reminder that our Father God is always there for us. He is loving and faithful, He is our strength and our refuge, and He wants us to focus on Him, draw near to Him, talk to Him and seek His guidance. Includes dedication page.

Hb | 45 pgs | THE LEPROSY MISSION

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A Little Book of Promises

The Bible is full of encouraging, reassuring promises that strengthen our faith and remind us how God’s love for us is unconditional, unfailing, and unchanging. This brand new TLM gift book combines well-loved Bible promise verses with inspiring photos of God’s creation by Brian Cartwright. Every carefully chosen verse is worth learning by heart.

Hb | 45 pgs | THE LEPROSY MISSION

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Hannah Dunnett More Than Words: A Collection of Paintings and Reflections

Hannah presents her much-loved illustrations alongside each one's background story. Learn about her inspiration and journey of faith, as you find encouragement and reflect on the art's Scriptures through questions. A must-have for fans of Hannah's art!

Hb | 76 pgs | MONARCH

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Author Feature: Aled Jones

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led Jones, MBE, is a Welsh singer and radio and television presenter, currently presenting BBC’s Songs of Praise. As a teenage chorister, he reached widespread fame during the mid-1980s, most notably for his rendition of Walking In The Air, from the children’s cartoon The Snowman.

Since then he has worked in television and radio.

Everyday Blessings

Daily life is so busy that it’s hard to see the wood for the trees. Take a few minutes each day to ponder a nugget of wisdom chosen especially for you by singer and presenter Aled Jones.

Aled’s faith in God has sustained him all his life - it is a God that speaks and exists through all things, times and places. Drawing on spritual wisdom across the ages, from ancient times to the modern day, as well as across diverse cultures, Aled has compiled a daily reader that will help ground and inspire you each day of the year.

The year is divided up into monthly themes, ranging from New Beginnings, to treasuring the little things in life and the power of a smile. Charming line drawing illustrations decorate the page and journalling space allows the reader to respond to what they are reading by either making notes or with a drawing of their own.

Hb | 384 pgs | HODDER & STOUGHTON

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Blessings

For his 40th album, one of our most loved singers Aled Jones presents Blessings. An idea first incubated a few years ago, the album speaks to the senses we have all felt, as well as faith, spirituality, and most importantly creating a holistic album for all. Blessings touches on a range of faiths and beliefs through a range of uplifting hymns, texts and scriptures set to music Aled has also enlisted artists of a variety of religious and non-religious backgrounds to collaborate, including singer/songwriter and humanitarian Sami Yusuf, award-winning actress and author Dame Judi Dench, Britain’s Got Talent finalist Susan Boyle, 94-year-old D-Day veteran Harry Billinge MBE, boy chorists Libera and biggest-selling Catholic artists The Priests.

At the heart of the album is Aled’s firm belief that peace, love and kindness are at the core of all faiths - these are the values that bind us together and come to us in times of need.

14 track CD | BMG RIGHTS

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For The Children

Bobby Dean Saves Christmas

Ages Aled Jones 5-8 Sent off to school for the first time in his life, nine-year-old Bobby Dean is busy making new friends, learning lines for the Nativity Play, and trying to not laugh at the head teacher’s terrible jokes. But then Bobby Dean discovers that when he sings magical things can happen! Bobby Dean Saves Christmas is a magical and fun-packed adventure for kids, highlighting the importance of friendship, loyalty, accepting differences and, above all, being yourself. Perfect to be read aloud or for children to read alone.

Hb | 208 pgs | HODDER & STOUGHTON

REF 5297 RRP £8.99 Aslan £7.49

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Lent Preview Embracing Justice

The Archbishop of Canterbury's Lent Book 2022

Isabelle Hamley In the Archbishop of Canterbury’s Lent Book for 2022, Isabelle Hamley invites us on an exhilarating journey through Scripture to discover how we, as churches, communities and individual Christians, can seek and practice justice even when enmeshed in such a fractured world. Full of practical encouragement, Embracing Justice brilliantly weaves together biblical texts, diverse voices, contemporary stories, and personal and group meditations to reveal liberating and imaginative ways in which me may grow in discipleship - and more fully reflect the justice, mercy and compassion of Christ in our lives.

Pb | 176 pgs | SPCK

REF 5342 RRP £10.99 Aslan £8.49

PRE-ORDER: Publishes 16th December

The Way of the Franciscans: A Prayer Journey Through Lent

Daniel P. Horan OFM Whereas some religious traditions within Christianity offer a singular approach or spiritual focus, the Franciscan tradition is wonderfully diverse and manifold. The Way of the Franciscans is a lovely Lent book for 2022 that offers a practical introduction to Franciscan spirituality, and the many distinctive and dynamic approaches to prayer, contemplation and action found within it. As well as exploring the history of the different Franciscan spiritual traditions and how they are united in their focus on living according to the Gospels, it offers practical, applicable guidance for making Franciscan spirituality part of your everyday prayer life.

Pb | 128 pgs | SPCK

REF 5380 RRP £9.99 Aslan £8.49

PRE-ORDER: Publishes 18th November

Hearing God in Poetry: Fifty Poems for Lent and Easter

Richard Harries From Yehuda Amichai and W. H. Auden to Phyllis Wheatley and Walt Whitman, Hearing God in Poetry invites you to take a closer look at fifty great poems by some of the finest poets in the English language. Some are well known, some deserve to be better known, but all say something distinctive that will lift your spirit. This beautiful Lent book for 2022 offers six poems for every week from Ash Wednesday, leading up to Holy Week, with ten poems specially chosen for Easter. A short reflection from Richard Harries accompanies each poet and the poem, drawing out their spiritual insights and how they communicate God’s presence.

Pb | 208 pgs | SPCK

REF 5381 RRP £9.99 Aslan £8.49

PRE-ORDER: Publishes 18th November

Sharing the Easter Story: From Reading to Living the Gospel

Sally Welch In this year’s BRF Lent book Sally Welch explores two questions: What is the Easter story really about, and how do we share it? Through each week of Lent, a different aspect of the Easter story is examined: repenting, changing, hoping, trusting, forgiving, loving and sacrificing. Within each week, the days are focused on what we need to do in order to share the story: listening, understanding, reflecting, living, telling, sharing and becoming. Each day offers a Bible passage, followed by a reflection and prayer activity.

Pb | 208 pgs | BRF

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PRE-ORDER: Publishes 19th November

General Interest 2022 Nature Monthby-Month: A Children’s

Christmas at River Cottage

Anna Wilson

Hb | 320 pgs | BLOOMSBURY

Almanac

Hb | 192 pgs | NOSY CROW

REF 5383 RRP £9.99 Aslan £8.99

Lucy Brazier

REF 5388 RRP £22.00 Aslan £16.00

The Repair Shop: A Make

Celebrating the Seasons With The Yorkshire Shepherdess: Farming,

Karen Farrington

Amanda Owen

Do and Mend Guide to Caring for the Things You Love Hb | 208 pgs | BBC

REF 5384 RRP £14.99 Aslan £9.99

Family and Delicious Recipes to Share Hb | 256 pgs | MACMILLAN

REF 5389 RRP £20.00 Aslan £17.00

We Are the Legion: The Word Perfect:

Etymological Entertainment Every Day Susie Dent

Hb | 416 pgs | JOHN MURRAY

REF 5390 RRP £14.99 Aslan £13.99

Royal British Legion at 100 Julie Summers

Hb | 256 pgs | PROFILE

REF 5385 RRP £18.99 Aslan £12.99

The Gardeners’ World Almanac: A Monthby-Month Guide to Your Gardening Year

A Year Unfolding: A Printmaker's View Angela Harding

Hb | 192 pgs | SPHERE

Hb | 336 pgs | BBC

REF 5391 RRP £16.99 Aslan £11.99

REF 5386 RRP £20.00 Aslan £17.00

Lily’s Promise: How I Queen Elizabeth II and the Royal Family: A

Glorious Illustrated History Hb | 328 pgs | DK

REF 5387 RRP £25.00 Aslan £14.00

Survived Auschwitz and Found the Strength to Live Lily Ebert and Dov Forman Hb | 320 pgs | MACMILLAN

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Christmas Jigsaws | Tea Towels 1,000 Piece Jigsaw Puzzles

Illustrations by Barbara Behr Beautiful festive images to complete your Christmas celebrations. Made with 100% recycled board.

68 x 49cm when complete.

ALISON GARDINER

The Chocolate Shop REF 3693 Aslan £12.99

The Toy Shop

REF 5274 Aslan £12.99

The Nativity: Book & Jigsaw (30 Pieces)

Christmas Blessings

This splendid gift book includes 25 thoughtprovoking Advent and Christmas reflections written by staff and supporters of The Leprosy Mission from around the world.

This delightful pack contains a 30-piece jigsaw of the Nativity scene for children to assemble, as well as a beautifully illustrated 24-page picture book that retells the story of the birth of baby Jesus.

Jigsaw 35 x 35cm when complete.

Hb | 54 pg | LEPROSY MISSION

REF 5277 Aslan £6.49

Puzzle | USBORNE

REF 5276 Aslan £9.49

Tea Towels

Beautifully decorative tea towels, ideal for the festive season! 100% cotton.

74cm x 48cm | ALISON GARDINER

Winter Wildlife REF 5278 Aslan £6.99

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Music in the Street REF 5275 Aslan £12.99

Holly & Ivy

REF 1862 Aslan £6.99

Advent | 2022 Calendars Free-Standing Christmas Street A Victorian free-standing Christmas street cardboard Advent Calendar with 24 opening doors.

Folded 43 x 30cm / Unfolded 84 x 30cm | ALISON GARDINER

REF 5279 Aslan £12.00

Children's Advent Calendars

A selection of Advent Calendars from Alison Gardiner Designs.

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The Littlest Watchman

Alison Mitchell An Advent Calendar and Devotional Booklet for children and families to explore the Bible together. Each window reveals a full-colour illustration of the events of the first Christmas.

32pg | GOOD BOOK COMPANY

REF 1782 RRP £5.99 Aslan £4.99

2022 Calendars

All The Way My Saviour Leads Me Encouraging monthly verses, with beautiful colour photography.

16" x 4" | GOSPEL CARDS, ETC

REF 5282 Aslan £2.99

Peaceful Rest

In a larger, bold text, this calendar includes a verse from a favourite traditional hymn.

16" x 8" | GOSPEL CARDS, ETC

REF 5283 Aslan

£2.99

Our Days in His Hands Family Organiser

A 5-column layout with an uplifting Bible verse for each month.

16" x 12" | GOSPEL CARDS, ETC

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Side views

Three Wise Men Advent Candle (29.5cm) White Holder not included REF 1866 Aslan £3.99

Side view

Advent Numbered Candle (30cm) Gold on Red Gold on White REF 3842 REF 3848 Aslan £3.49 Aslan £3.49

Shearer Scented Candles

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47mm high, 60mm diameter

Tealights - Only £4.99 per box of 8!

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Frankincense & Myrrh

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Lemon Zest

Vanilla & Coconut

Cranberry & Ginger

Egyptian Cotton

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Christmas Cards Christmas Cards

Includes a Bible verse inside each card

Peace to You

Pack of 20, five each of four designs.

Inside reads: Peace I leave with you.

My peace I give to you. John 14:27 (WEB) Greeting: May God bless you this Christmas. 10 x 10cm

REF 5286 Aslan £4.75 per pack

Christmas Cards

Packs of 5. Inside reads: With all Good Wishes for Christmas and the New Year.

Square cards: 14 x 14 cm Rectangular cards: 11.6 x 16 cm

Aslan £3.49 per pack

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The Adoration of the Magi

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Joy

Pack of 20, five each of four designs.

Inside reads: For the grace of God that brings salvation has appeared to all men. Titus 2:11 (NKJV) Greeting: May the peace and joy of Christmas be with you throughout the new year. 10 x 10cm

REF 5287 Aslan £4.75 per pack

REF 2403

Angels

Christmas Story

Pack of 10, one design. Inside reads: For the grace of God that brings salvation has appeared to all men. Titus 2:11 (NKJV) Greeting: May the peace and joy of Christmas be with you throughout the new year. 15 x 15cm

REF 5288 Aslan £4.25 per pack

Bearing Gifts The Nativity

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The Nativity at Night

The Nativity

Festive Carols

Pack of 20, five each of four designs.

Inside reads: For our heart shall rejoice in him, because we have trusted in his holy name. Psalm 33:21 (KJV) Greeting: May grace, peace and joy be yours this Christmas. 10 x 10cm

REF 5289 Aslan £4.75 per pack

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Gifts For the New Born King

The Nativity at Night

David’s City

Pack of 10, one design. Inside reads: For there is born to you today, in David’s city, a Saviour, who is Christ the Lord.

Luke 2:11 (WEB) Greeting: May God bless you this Christmas and in the New Year.

15 x 15cm

REF 5290 Aslan £4.25 per pack

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Beverly Lewis Susie Mast’s Amish life in Lancaster County has been shaped by events beyond her control, with the tragic deaths of her Dat and close-in-age brother casting long shadows.

Now twenty-two, Susie remains unmarried despite her longtime affection for friend Obie Yoder. Unfortunately, her concerns are soon multiplied due to her mother’s worsening health and her younger sister’s urgent desire for answers about her adoption. Once again, Susie faces the possibility of loss. Will long-held family secrets and missed opportunities dim Susie’s hopes for the future? Or is what seems like the end only the beginning?

Pb | 352 pgs | BETHANY HOUSE

REF 5393 RRP £10.99 Aslan £9.49

The Timepeace REF 2983

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Patti Callahan Megs Devonshire is brilliant with numbers and equations, on a scholarship at Oxford, and dreams of solving the greatest mysteries of physics. She prefers the dependability of facts - except for one: the younger brother she loves with all her heart doesn't have long to live.

When George becomes captivated by a copy of a brand-new book called The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe and begs her to find out where Narnia came from, there's no way she can refuse. Despite her timidity about approaching the famous author, Megs soon finds herself taking tea with the Oxford don and his own brother, imploring them for answers. What she receives instead are more stories . . . stories of Jack Lewis's life, which she takes home to George. Why won't Mr. Lewis just tell her plainly what George wants to know? The answer will reveal to Meg many truths that science and maths cannot, and the gift she thought she was giving to her brother - the story behind Narnia - turns out to be his gift to her, instead: hope.

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Master Wycliffe’s Summons: The Chronicles of Hugh de Singleton, Surgeon

Mel Starr One of Master John Wycliffe’s scholars is found dead after a thunderstorm. Was he stuck by lightning, or was there something more sinister to his death? Scholar Richard Sabyn, a particularly obnoxious fellow, was believed to have been struck by lightning.

However, Master Wycliffe believes otherwise and calls upon Sir Hugh de Singleton for help. Sir Hugh shares Wycliffe’s suspicions and launches a private investigation, learning that it might indeed be possible to make it look as though a man has died from a lightning strike. But who would go to all that effort, and why?

Pb | 240 pgs | LION FICTION

REF 5306 RRP £8.99 Aslan £7.99 Other books in the series (all £6.99 each): The Unquiet Bones REF 9882 A Corpse at St Andrew's Chapel REF 9883 A Trail of Ink REF 2193 Unhallowed Ground REF 2179 The Tainted Coin REF 2168 Rest Not in Peace REF 2113

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The Abbot's Agreement Ashes to Ashes Lucifer's Harvest Deeds of Darkness Prince Edward's Warrant Without a Trace The Easter Sepulchre

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The drama only increases as Christmas approaches, and the panto rehearsals featuring the jocular ‘Can’t Sing Singers’ get into full swing. But the hustle and bustle of the drama in the community stems from the deeper personal stories.

Loneliness, loss and hurt impact the lives of many of the local residents. But where there is community, there is friendship, companionship, love and, most of all, hope.

Pb | 272 pgs | LION FICTION

REF 5250 RRP £8.99 Aslan £6.99

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Springtime at Hope Hall REF 3083 RRP £8.99 Aslan £6.99 Summer’s Out at Hope Hall REF 4479 RRP £8.99 Aslan £6.99

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Chick Yuill It’s half past four on Christmas Eve, 1976. Lori Bloom, aged three and three-quarters, is leaving a busy department store with her mother when the tannoy announces that a child in reception is lost and crying for her parents. The impact on Lori is immediate.

‘Calippa Cumberland’, the mysterious girl with blonde hair and a curious name, becomes her imaginary friend and a constant presence into adulthood. For as one Christmas follows another, Lori finds herself confronting painful questions and in need of a companion in whom she can confide. But will there ever be someone Lori can completely trust? And will Christmas Eve ever be about finding and being found, rather than losing and being lost?

Pb | 200 pgs | INSTANT APOSTLE

REF 5395 RRP £9.99 Aslan £8.99

The Mystery of Matthew Gold REF 2921

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Karen Witemeyer In this 3-in-1 novella collection, bestselling author Karen Witemeyer presents the new story A Texas Christmas Carol, in which a town’s wealthy, Scrooge-like bachelor finds his world invaded by a woman set on earning his donation for helping the local poor, and by the penetrating questions of three mysterious visitors.

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Under the Texas Mistletoe: A Trio of Christmas Historical Romance Novellas

It also includes two other stories: An Archer Family Christmas (first time in print) and previously published Gift of the Heart.

Sprinkled throughout the collection, you’ll find a hope-filled Christmas devotion, Witemeyer holiday recipes, and fun facts about nineteenth-century Christmas celebrations!

Pb | 304 pgs | BETHANY HOUSE

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Children’s Christmas 100 Best Christmas Poems for Children

Ages Roger McGough 8-12 From traditional verses by Christina Rossetti and Henry Wadsworth Longfellow to modern classics by Julia Donaldson and Benjamin Zephaniah, this anthology of Christmas poems will delight children and adults of all ages. Perfect for reading aloud with all the family or for children aged 8-12 to read to themselves, there are verses that will encourage you to reflect on the Christmas themes of joy, hope and peace for all the world, while also savouring the festive fun of everything else that Christmas brings.

Pb | 144 pgs | SPCK

REF 5243 RRP £8.99 Aslan £7.99

The Promise and the Light: A Christmas Retelling

Ages

Katy Morgan 8-12 What if you were visited by an angel one night who told you that you were to give birth to the Son of God? How would you feel? Written as a series of vivid and dramatic first-person accounts, The Promise and the Light tells the stories of Mary, Joseph and Zechariah as they experience the events of the first Christmas. This imaginative yet biblically faithful book will captivate children aged 8-12.

Pb | 192 pgs | GOOD BOOK COMPANY

REF 5296 RRP £6.99 Aslan £6.49

The Jesus Storybook Bible: A Christmas Collection

Sally Lloyd-Jones Featuring 10 buttons that activate 20 seconds of classic Christmas music or narration by David Suchet, there is simply no other holiday book that includes such an interactive array of creative and heartfelt elements.

Ages 4-8

Hb | 24 pgs | ZONDERKIDZ

REF 3773 RRP £18.99 Aslan £12.99

The Story of Christmas

Alexa Tewkesbury From Gabriel’s visit to Mary to the arrival of the shepherds and the magi to welcome the new-born Jesus, The Story of Christmas is the perfect way to introduce kids to the nativity story and the true meaning behind the holiday season.

Pb | 32 pgs | SPCK

REF 5245 RRP £6.99 Aslan £6.49

The Christmas Star

Ages 3-5

Hilary Robinson It’s a very special night for the angels of heaven.

An incredibly important baby has been born, and they need to find the best and brightest star to lead travellers to him. This delightful full-colour picture book for children from author Hilary Robinson is a wonderful new retelling of the first Christmas story.

Pb | 32 pgs | SPCK

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REF 5244 RRP £6.99 Aslan £6.49

My Very Own Christmas

Ages 5-7

Lois Rock The story of Jesus’ birth from Luke and Matthew’s gospels, retold faithfully for children to enjoy. Share the stories of Mary, Joseph, the shepherds and the magi along with fascinating seasonal information about Christmas celebrations and traditions, and Advent and Christmas prayers.

Hb | 80 pgs | LION

REF 5246 RRP £6.99 Aslan £6.49

A selection of Christmas books ideal for younger children to either read aloud to themselves or with a grown up

Ages 3-5

A Pirate Christmas

Suzy Senior Joe and his pirate dad read the story of the first Christmas and discover a different kind of treasure.

Pb | 32 pgs | LION

REF 2405 RRP £6.99 Aslan £5.99

Ages 5-9

Jenny, the Shy Angel On That Christmas Night Anne Booth & Ruth Hearson

Lois Rock The birth of Jesus, interpreted in illustrator Alison Jay's own unique style, accompanying a retelling of the Nativity.

Pb | 32 pgs | LION

REF 2355 RRP £6.99 Aslan £5.99

Ages 5-6

Ages 6-8

The Story of the Nativity

The Sleepy Shepherd

Elena Pasquali With gentle illustrations, this retelling of the Nativity story is retold with echoes of the gospels and presented in a stylish cloth edition.

Pb | 32pgs | LION

REF 5079 RRP £5.99 Aslan £4.99

Ages 3-5

Stephen Cottrell The Sleepy Shepherd misses the chance to greet the Christ-child in Bethlehem, but years later, decides to be a real shepherd to a man whose friends have all fallen asleep...

Pb | 48pgs | SPCK

REF 2354 RRP £6.99 Aslan £4.99

Jenny is a shy angel. When the other angels see the newborn baby king, she decides to stay behind - but being shy doesn't matter.

Pb | 32 pgs | LION

REF 2410 RRP £7.99 Aslan £6.49

Ages 3-5

Follow the Star

Follow the star through the book to discover the story of the first Christmas.

Each page has a die-cut star shaped window to help young readers follow the star.

Boardbook | 12 pgs | AUTHENTIC

REF 2935 RRP £3.99 Aslan £3.49

Ages 3-5

Ages 3-5

The Night Jesus Was Born

The Story of Christmas

Lori C. Froeb Telling the story of Jesus' birth, with six press-out ornaments to hang on the family Christmas tree.

Hb | 12pgs | AUTHENTIC

REF 2932 RRP £8.99 Aslan £5.99

An ideal first Nativity book for children, with sturdy board book pages and wonderful illustrations.

Includes 4 fun jigsaw puzzles and a carry handle.

Boardbook | 8pgs | COPENHAGEN

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Children’s 10 Questions Every Teen Should Ask (and Answer) About Christianity

Rebecca McLaughlin How can we believe the Bible is true? Why can’t we just agree that love is love? Isn’t Christianity against diversity? Going to school, hanging out with friends, or scrolling through social media feeds, teenagers are sure to face real challenges to faith in Jesus Christ. And whether you consider yourself a Christ follower or not, these questions can seem like deal breakers. This book invites teenagers to ask their hardest questions about Christianity and to find surprising, life-giving answers.

Pb | 208 pgs | CROSSWAY

REF 5396 RRP £10.99 Aslan £9.99

Seek and Find: New Testament Bible Stories

Ages Sarah Parker 2-5 This beautifully illustrated Seek and Find book is packed full of all your favourite New Testament stories. It’s teeming with fun and exciting things to find - from faithful friends to scary Romans, and grumpy Pharisees to a frightened octopus!

Children will not only love finding, counting and sorting over 450 hidden things, but they will also learn key truths about Jesus through the biblically faithful illustrations and retellings of New Testament stories. They will learn that Jesus is God’s perfect Son, who can change our hearts, and that we can always trust him. With over 50 things to count on each page, this book will bring you hours of fun as you seek and find!

Hb | 18 pgs | GOOD BOOK COMPANY

REF 5397 RRP £8.99 Aslan £7.49

Jane Austen Investigates: The Burglar’s Ball

Ages Julia Golding 9-12 When the headmistress invites her past favourite pupil to attend their end of term ball, Cassandra brings her younger sister, Jane, along too. Cassandra plunges into the feverish excitement of preparing for the biggest event of the year. Feeling rather excluded, sharp-witted Jane unearths the reason for the fuss – the headteacher wants to impress a rich family returned from India as the school is at risk of going bankrupt. Jane also befriends the dancing master’s assistant, a former slave, called Brandon, who is as quick to notice things as she. At the ball, a diamond necklace is stolen from a locked room and they are propelled into a race to uncover the Also available: burglar and save Brandon from gaol. With the ever-present Austen spirit, Jane with Jane Austen notebook in hand, boldly overcomes the Investigates: obstacles to finding the truth.

The Abbey Mystery Pb | 176 pgs | LION

REF 5398 RRP £7.99 Aslan £6.99

REF 4540 RRP £7.99 Aslan £6.99

Mini Roofus Dog A lovely teddy in plush chenille fabric with a beanie bottom so that he does not

fall over, proudly wearing his Alabaré t-shirt! Size: 5.5 inches.

(Please Note: Not suitable for children under 3 years of age due to small parts)

REF 3937 Aslan £7.00

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Two large format activity books that help children engage with Bible stories in a fun way. Seventeen beloved Bible stories are each accompanied by five different puzzles providing hours of entertainment and learning for young children. Read the short stories with your children and stimulate their growing minds with activities designed just for them.

Ages 4-7

Pb | 112 pgs | AUTHENTIC MEDIA

My Dot to Dot Activity Bible

REF 5304 RRP £6.99 Aslan £6.49

My Word Search Activity Bible REF 5305 RRP £6.99 Aslan £6.49

A classic story available in book and DVD - ideal for all the family!

The Family Pilgrim's Progress:

Adapted from John Bunyan's Classic

Jean Watson Bunyan's beloved tale has been a treasured resource for centuries. Jean Watson's modern-day translation opens his classic for this generation. This edition includes special features that explain the meaning of the various adventures and illuminate Bunyan's world and thought.

Hb | 128 pgs | C4K KIDS

REF 4281 RRP £9.99 Aslan £8.99

Bob Hartman

The Pilgrim's Progress John Bunyan's classic story re-told using state-of-the-art CGI animation, and with voiceovers from John RhysDavies and Kristyn Getty!

DVD | Running Time 130 mins | VISION VIDEO

REF 3157 Aslan £10.99

The Lion Storyteller Book of Parables

A wonderful addition to the Storyteller range, told by the expert storyteller, Bob Hartman.

Ages Twenty-seven of Jesus' parables are given 6-8 a fresh twist in his lively and dynamic style, managing to effortlessly engage young readers and make clear the depths of meaning within the story. Illustrations by Krisztina Kallai Nagy add to the warm-hearted appeal of the parables. This book is suitable for teachers seeking material to read out loud in class and assemblies, and for parents wanting stories children can enjoy having read to them, or for those who are starting to read by themselves.

Pb | 64 pgs | LION CHILDREN'S BOOKS

REF 4305 RRP £6.99 Aslan £5.99

The Lion Storyteller Bible: 25th Anniversary Edition

Ages

Celebrate the 25th Anniversary of The Lion Storyteller Bible with 5-7 this special edition! The Lion Storyteller Bible broke new ground in its presentation - both verbal and visual - of Bible stories and has been treasured by children of all ages. It has been immensely popular, with sales in the UK exceeding 130,000 copies and editions printed in more than 11 languages.

*Comes with a FREE 4CD set of these stories read by Bob himself!

Hb | 160 pgs | LION CHILDREN'S

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Christmas Music

The Naxos Book of Carols

The Naxos Book of Carols is a collection of both the very old and very new. It is a selection of best-loved and new-found carols, drawing on centuries of tradition.

24 Track CD | NAXOS

REF 3644 Aslan £6.99

Hallelujah Christmas

Marilyn Baker Hallelujah Christmas is a heartwarming blend of Christmas songs with Marilyn's own creative arrangements, together with two brand new worship songs, Rescue Plan and Precious Jesus - Marilyn's version of Pie Jesu.

13 Track CD | CLASSIC FOX

REF 2991 Aslan £8.99

Christmas with Elvis and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra A Christmas album of songs featuring classic Elvis vocal performances with a brand-new orchestral accompaniment.

17 Track CD | SONY

REF 3760 Aslan £7.99

The Choir of Trinity College, Cambridge From evergreen standards Silent Night and Away in a Manger to Hark, the Herald Angels Sing and O Come All Ye Faithful.

28 Track Double CD | SONY

This carefully compiled score of songs is a fine seasonal selection.

Carols, hymns and Christian songs are all performed in the robust Salvation Army tradition, and all are a delight.

20 Track CD | HALLMARK

REF 3660 Aslan £3.99

Carols from King's College Cambridge

25 popular carols ideal for this festive season, including Once in Royal David's City, In the Bleak Midwinter and Silent Night.

25 Track CD | EMI CLASSICS

REF 3839 Aslan £7.99

REF 4588 Aslan £6.99

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The Great British Carol Collection

Christmas with the Salvation Army

What Could Possibly Go Wrong?

Dave Walker Dave Walker, cartoonist, cyclist, web editor and former church and youth worker is the UK'S most shrewd observer of the quirks of church life. His distinctive Guide to the Church cartoons appear weekly in the Church Times, and have made their way into books and calendars, and on to mugs, tea-towels and T-shirts.

Pb | 112 pgs | CANTERBURY PRESS

REF 5399 RRP £9.99 Aslan £8.99

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If These Stones Could Talk: The History of Christianity in Britain and Ireland Through Twenty Buildings

Peter Stanford Christianity has been central to the lives of the people of Britain and Ireland for almost 2,000 years.

It has given us laws, customs, traditions and our national character. From a persecuted minority in Roman Britannia through the ‘golden age’ of Anglo-Saxon monasticism, the devastating impact of the Vikings, the alliance of church and state after the Norman Conquest to the turmoil of the Reformation that saw the English monarch replace the Pope and the Puritan Commonwealth that replaced the king, it is a tangled, tumultuous story of faith and achievement, division and bloodshed.

‘There is no better navigator through the space in which art, culture and spirituality meet than Peter Stanford’ Cole Moreton, Independent on Sunday

In If These Stones Could Talk Peter Stanford journeys through England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland to churches, abbeys, chapels and cathedrals, grand and humble, ruined and thriving, ancient and modern, to chronicle how a religion that began in the Middle East came to define our past and shape our present. In exploring the stories of these buildings that are still so much a part of the landscape, the details of their design, the treasured objects that are housed within them, the people who once stood in their pulpits and those who sat in their pews, he builds century by century the narrative of what Christianity has meant to the nations of the British Isles, how it is reflected in the relationship between rulers and ruled, and the sense it gives about who we are and how we live with each other.

Hb | 400 pgs | HODDER & STOUGHTON

REF 5400 RRP £20.00 Aslan £16.00

Europe’s 100 Best Cathedrals

Simon Jenkins Europe’s cathedrals are magnificent. They outstrip palaces and castles.

They are the most sensational group of structures anywhere in the world which everyone should ‘see before they die’. They are also hugely popular, most of them absolutely packed. They are humankind’s greatest creations.

In Europe’s 100 Best Cathedrals, Simon Jenkins has travelled the continent - from Chartres to York, Cologne to Florence, Toledo to Moscow and Stockholm to Seville - to illuminate old favourites and highlight new discoveries. Beautifully illustrated with colour photographs throughout, this joyous exploration of Europe’s history tells the stories behind these wonders, showing the cathedral’s central role in the European imagination. Readers will be inspired to make their own pilgrimage to all one hundred of them.

Hb | 360 pgs | VIKING

REF 5401 RRP £30.00 Aslan £22.00

A Field Guide to the English Clergy: A Compendium of Diverse Eccentrics, Pirates, Prelates and Adventurers; All Anglican, Some Even Practising

Revd Fergus Butler-Gallie The ‘Mermaid of Morwenstow’ excommunicated a cat for mousing on a Sunday. When he was late for a service, Bishop Lancelot Fleming commandeered a Navy helicopter. ‘Mad Jack’ swapped his surplice for leopard skin and insisted on being carried around in a coffin.

And then there was the man who, like Noah’s evil twin, tried to eat one of each of God’s creatures… In spite of all this they saw the church as their true calling. These portraits reveal the Anglican church in all its colourful madness.

Pb | 208 pgs | ONEWORLD PUBLICATIONS

REF 5252 RRP £8.99 Aslan £6.49

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