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Michael Frost and Alan Hirsch: Rejesus: A Wild Messiah for a Missional Church
Insightful new work that actually establishes the foundation for The Forgotten Ways and The Shape of Things to Come. The basis for all we do must be Jesus!
Magda Szabo: The Door
A brilliant translation of this noted Hungarian author's work. This is really a psychological study of the complex relationship between an author and her fiercely independent, aged housekeeper.
Mischa Berlinski: Fieldwork
A novel about a female anthropologist who dies in prison in Thailand while serving time for the murder of a missionary. How did this happen? The story is told from the point of view of a journalist who is trying to unravel the story.
William P. Young: The Shack
This was recommended to us by five friends with completely different tastes in books. This is a powerful tale/parable of one man's struggle to make sense out of his daughter's tragic kidnapping and murder. The bulk of the book involves conversations with God (as the Trinity) at the shack where the murder occurred. Highly recommended!
Gary L. Thomas: Sacred Marriage
Useful resource for pre-marital counseling (or for that matter, marital counseling). Its simple, anecdotal style seems more like a seminar presentation rather than a marriage manual.
Jim Henderson: Jim and Casper Go to Church: Frank Conversation about Faith, Churches, and Well-Meaning Christians
A Christian and an Atheist visit several churches together and reflect on what they experienced. Eye-opening, to say the least!
P.D. James: The Children of Men
What would happen if the entire human race suddenly became infertile? What effect would this have on humanity, knowing that there would be no heritage to pass on to future generations? Would what we do matter?
Ken Sande: The Peacemaker: A Biblical Guide to Resolving Personal Conflict
An excellent resource for individuals and churches that very clearly explains typical responses to conflict (fight or flight) as well as offering Biblical models of true peacemaking. Highly recommended!!
Steve Berry: The Romanov Prophecy: a Novel
What if Alexei and Anastasia had survived? Steve Berry's tale is steeped with actual events, but is purely a fictional thriller.
Joel Marcus: Jesus and the Holocaust: Reflections on Suffering and Hope
Can there be any meaning in suffering and tragedy? Does the holocaust prove there is no God? How can Jesus' death and resurrection give us hope in our own times of suffering? These and other questions are addressed in this series of Lenten reflections.
Itamar Moses: Bach at Leipzig: A Play
Short play written by a young playwright who is being called by some the "modern-day Moliere". A comedic look at the conflict between Calvinism, Lutheranism, and Pietism.
Alan Hirsch: The Forgotten Ways: Reactivating the Missional Church
How can the church recapture the "missional DNA" that was evident in the Early Church and, more recently, in the explosive growth of the church in India? How can we get beyond forms and address the core issues of being missional?
Miroslav Volf: The End of Memory: Remembering Rightly in a Violent World
How can we remember rightly? How can both love and justice be served? How can we forgive passed wrongs and not be consumed with anger and vengeance? Another brilliant work by Miroslave Volf.
Jacob Boas: We Are Witnesses: Five Diaries of Teenagers Who Died in the Holocaust
Teenagers in Poland, Lithuania, Belgium, Hungary, and Holland record their stories of life (and ultimately death) during World War II. The tragedy of the Holocaust remains the same, even though the individual stories are different.
Ellen Feldman: Boy Who Loved Anne Frank a Novel
An imaginative and touching story of what might have happened had Peter Van Pels survived the Holocaust -- haunted by his memories of the time spent in hiding with his family and the Franks in Amsterdam and of how almost all of them met their deaths in the concentration camps.

What Katie's Been Reading

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November 09, 2009

Katie on Spiritual Disciplines

Yesterday Katie presented a teaching on Spiritual Disciplines as a part of our ongoing series "Simple Faith in a Complicated World." Her message was a timely one and was well-received. It is easy to hear a message, it is quite another thing altogether to put what we hear into practice! Katie challenged us to consider both the disciplines of abstinence (solitude, silence, fasting, etc.) as well as the disciplines of engagement (service, prayer, study, meditation, etc.).

Our series will take a one week break this week, due to the combined service at the upcoming Church Leaders Conference. Larry will conclude the series on November 22 with a message entitled "Holiness Today."

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Videos we've been thinking about

Doubt
At what point to personal doubts become obsessions? This film isn't really about whether or not the priest committed anything improper, but rather the lengths to which a person is willing to go to destroy the reputation of someone else, based upon an unproven conviction.
The Wind That Shakes the Barley
Brutal and tragic story of a family torn apart by the troubles in Ireland. What price is one willing to pay to meet the expectations of the family? Is it worth it?
Lars and the Real Girl
The choice a community makes to demonstrate their love for a person with mental illness has a profound effect on his life, and theirs.
Once
A uncommon film about redemption. What does it take to move us to the point of following our dreams?
The West Wing
No matter what your political persuasion, this series provides a fascinating (and sometimes frightening) insider's look at the operation and politics of the White House.
Taking Sides
A musician dedicated to his art, more than to ideologies is accused of being a Nazi collaborator. Was he, or wasn't he?
Enchanted
After so many serious videos, this may come as a surprise. But it is so delightful! How many references to other Disney movies can you find?
Bonhoeffer
Fascinating documentary on the life and witness of Dietrich Bonhoeffer. What is our moral imperative in confronting evil?
Freedom Writers
How can one person make a difference in a seemingly hopeless environment? What makes some people try, and others simply give up? Why is youthful idealism so often lost with age? How can we make a difference in someone else's life?
The Prestige
To what lengths will an obsessed person go in exacting revenge? At what price to himself?

In the MP3 player...

Don McLean: American Pie
Katie's been going through a nostalgia kick lately, and this Don McLean compilation has a lot of old favorites. Starry, Starry Night is a beautiful, sad song that we have used in English clubs here in Hungary.
Anthony Warlow: Centre Stage
Superlative renditions of songs from major musicals. The highlight is "You're Nothing Without Me" from the musical City of the Angels. Anthony has an incredible voice!
Jars of Clay: Christmas Songs
Different, peaceful, hopeful. Do you long for a hibernation day?
Robin Mark: Come Heal This Land: Live Worship From Northern Ireland
Touches the heart in a powerful way.
Ennio Morricone: Fateless
This is a new soundtrack from the movie of the same name, about a young boy's experiences in concentration camps during World War 2. The composer also wrote the score for The Mission.
Various Artists: Glory Revealed
Wonderful scripture songs in a folk/bluegrass style with perfect instrumentation. Thanks to Julie Allman for recommending this on her blog!
Bluetree: God Of This City
I had never heard of this Irish band until Amazon.com offered their debut U.S. album as a $5.00 download. WOW! Even the regular download price of $6.99 is a bargain! "God's Plan" and "God of this City" are standout tracks. I think we'll be hearing more of this group in the future.
Kendall Payne: Grown
Worth the price of the album for the song "Aslan" -- he's not safe, but he's good.
Brian Doerksen: Holy God
This studio album has a decidedly different feel than Brian's live albums, but nonetheless it is filled with wonderful worship songs sung in a distinctive, clear voice.
Marty McCall: Images of Faith
The title cut is worth the price of this CD, if you can still find it. What great poetry! What stirring word pictures!