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  Carrigan's Calm

  Christine Sterling

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  There was a storm coming. 
  Not now, but soon. 
  Not the kind that involved thunder and lightning. 
  It was the kind that involved bullets and blood. 
  Carrigan Briccillio could feel it in her bones. 
  .... it really is a love story.

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  Matthew - New Testament

  Christopher Glyn

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  The book of Matthew is a Gospel that contains Narrative History, Genealogy, Parables, Sermons, and some Prophetic Oracles. It was written by Matthew (Levi), the Disciple of Christ around 48-50 A.D. The key word in Matthew is "Kingdom" and is used 28 times.

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  Looking for a Miracle

  Wanda E Brunstetter

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  Rebekah Stoltzfus asks God for a miracle—a way to become self-supporting. 
    
  As a child, Rebekah Stoltzfus suffered a freak accident that left her legs paralyzed. Now, confined to a wheelchair, she feels she'll never measure up to the expectations of her Pennsylvania Amish community that a woman should marry and raise a family. She longs to be loved, yet she prays for a way to be self-supporting. Daniel Beachy wants to court Rebekah, but she believes that she is a burden and has convinced herself that love is not for her. Will Rebekah's search for a miracle come true? Or, will she miss God's gift in her battle between self-pity and the determination to be independent?

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  Untangling Critical Race Theory...

  Ed Uszynski

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  What is Critical Race Theory? 
   
   
   
  It may be one of the most widely referenced issues of the day, but it's also one of the least understood. In its translation from the academic world to the general public, Critical Race Theory (CRT) has inaccurately become a catch-all term for anything related to race. But what does it actually mean, and how should Christians engage it? 
   
   
   
  Ed Uszynski—whose PhD in American culture studies navigated readings in Marxism, Critical Theory, and Critical Race Theory—carefully unpacks what critical race theorists seek to accomplish and what Christians can learn from them. Uszynski generously explores CRT's roots, context, and central tenets, revealing how its insights are used and distorted but also how they might benefit the church. With responsible answers to legitimate concerns, Uszynski goes beyond the surface to provide a reliable path of just discernment and cultural engagement.

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  The Medal

  Kerriann Flanagan Brosky

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  Bethany Fitzpatrick is a recent graduate of a renowned culinary school with ambitions of becoming a pastry chef in Manhattan. But when Bethany's mother dies in a tragic accident, Bethany foregoes a perfect job to care for her father, who is stricken with multiple sclerosis. She moves back home to the seafaring town of Northport, Long Island, where she eventually opens a bakery, but running her own business and acting as sole caretaker for a dying man is no easy feat. Despite her enormous love for her father, she finds herself stuck in a world no one seems to understand-after all, her closest friends are married with children and enjoying life. Bethany begins to question her own life and her faith. As her father's condition worsens, Bethany is on the verge of a breakdown until a stranger named Jimmy enters her bakery. With the persona of an Italian mobster, he informs her of a mystical Italian friar, Padre Pio, who bore the five wounds of Christ and performed miracles. Despite his many gifts, Pio was shunned by the Catholic Church. Jimmy over time, gains Bethany's trust and gives her a medal containing a relic of Padre Pio, which just might give Bethany's father a second chance at life...and might bring Bethany back to a life worth truly living. Bethany's journey is one of discovery, love, acceptance, and faith. True historical accounts of the life of Padre Pio are woven throughout the book until its shocking end.

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  Encouragement - The Supportive...

  Esther Jameson

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  Words have an undeniable power to shape our reality, influence our thoughts, and impact our emotional well-being. Every word we speak carries with it the potential to either lift someone up or bring them down. Whether we realize it or not, our words have the ability to build bridges, create connections, and offer encouragement. In the context of affirmation, words are tools of empowerment. When used intentionally and thoughtfully, they can become a source of strength, especially for those who are struggling. 
  The impact of affirmations extends far beyond simple compliments or casual praise. Words of affirmation have the capacity to change the way people see themselves, boosting their confidence and reinforcing their sense of worth. For many individuals, the difference between success and failure can often be traced back to the encouragement they receive from others. A kind word can motivate someone to keep going, to try again, or to believe in their abilities when they feel overwhelmed or defeated. 
  Research has shown that positive reinforcement—such as words of encouragement—activates the brain's reward system, releasing feel-good chemicals like dopamine and serotonin. This not only creates a sense of joy but also strengthens an individual’s belief in their own potential. In turn, this builds resilience and helps individuals navigate life's challenges with greater ease.

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