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There are several Bible Studies that are available to be checked out:

VHS: The Five Love Languages of Children by Gary Chapman, PhD and Ross Campbell, MD

Each child expresses and receives love through one of the five different communication styles. This study will help parents meet their child's deepest emotional needs by helping them learn which "love language" will best meet each individual child's needs.

DVD: Bringing Up Boys by Dr. James Dobson

This series covers topics such as:

Why boys are designed to be different from girls and why that is OK
The best ways for boys to learn and excel
The lifelong impact that fathers have on their sons
What single moms need to know about raising boys
How to affirm your son's masculinity

DVD: When Godly People Do Ungodly Things by Beth Moore

This study examines why devoted followers of Christ can fall into the traps of Satan. It is written with a passion fueled by the biblical warnings of Satan's seductive activity and the broken-hearted concern of a teacher who received countless letters from repentant Christians who are limping along the road to restoration. This study is a guide to authentic repentance and restoration.

DVD: Living Beyond Yourself - Exploring the Fruit of the Spirit by Beth Moore

This is an in-depth study of the Fruit of the Spirit - living proof that the Spirit of God dwells in us. Through this study you will come to appreciate the supernatural aspects of the fruit and learn that you cannot grow, learn, or produce fruit on your own. As you walk with God, He develops you in the fruit of the Spirit. A Spirit-filled life truly results in living beyond yourself.

Below are a few of the new books that are available for checkout:

The Preacher's Daughter and The Englisher by Beverly Lewis

These are novels 1 and 2 in the Annie's People series. Annie Zook is an Amish girls with a love for art. There is only one problem, though, in her culture creating artwork is strictly forbidden. She also is attracted to a handsome Englisher, which is also not allowed in her faith. Follow Annie as she tries to maintain a close and loving relationship with her family while also fulfilling her creativity and her own heart.

The Princess by Lori Wick

In the land of Pendaran lives Prince Nikolai, the widowed son of the king and queen of the House of Markham. Due to a long-cherished tradition, they have arranged a marriage between their son and a girl named Shelby who has no riches, but possesses a tender heart. Will the prince ever love her as he did his first wife? Can the faith that they share overcome the barriers between them? Come by and check out this book today to discover the answers.

Monday Morning Faith by Lori Copeland

Librarian Johanna Holland likes her simple life in Saginaw, Michigan. So why is she standing in the middle of a New Guinea Jungle? Johanna is simply aghast at the lack of hot showers and....well....clothing! She is positive the mission field is most certainly not God's plan for her life, but will that mean letting go of the man she loves? This book will take you on a spiritual journey filled with depth and humor.

Shattered Justice and Kaleidoscope Eyes by Karen Ball

These are novels 1 and 2 in the Family Honor Series.

In Shattered Justice, widowed sheriff's deputy Dan Justice tries to find a place for he and his kids to heal and grow in the town of Sanctuary, Oregon. But sleepy little Sanctuary has a dark side, steeped in pain and secrets. These secrets could destroy everything that Dan holds dear. They are secrets that will one day have Dan groping through the fog toward a lifeless body - and faith shattering grief.

In Kaleidoscope Eyes, Annie Justice and her dog, Kodi, are one of the best search and rescue teams ever because Annie has a rare condition that causes her to see things that others do not see. Jed Curry wants to have Annie on his reality TV show, Everyday Heroes, but she has no interest in the show or the man. Due to threatening emails Annie and Jed must struggle to work together against time and a cunning adversary. If they don't, it could cost them - and a little girl lost in the Oregon wilderness - EVERYTHING.

In addition to these books, there are also reference and study materials, children's books, youth books, and many more audio materials, DVDs, and CDs available for checkout.

Below is also a list of all the magazines that we currently offer free of charge for people to take home with them and read:

Stand Firm - monthly men's devotional that also has articles and resources of interest to men.

Journey - monthly women's devotional aimed to help women establish a deeper intimacy with God.

Home Life - monthly magazine with family related articles and recipes.

Parent Life - monthly magazine designed to encourage and equip parents of children 12 and under.

Living with Teenagers - monthly magazine with help and encouragement for parents of teenagers.

Leading Student Ministry - quarterly magazine to help youth leaders gain knowledge on relevant issues in teen life and encourage them as they continue to work in youth ministry.

Christian Single - monthly magazine geared toward Christian singles and single parents to help encourage them in their walk with God.

Mature Living - monthly magazine for senior adults with articles on topics that will help them in their continuing walk with God. This magazine also has recipes and word puzzles.