But Do You Recall? 25 Days of Christmas Carols and the Stories Behind Them


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No other holiday is represented in song like Christmas. In But Do You Recall?, author and historian Brian Scott takes a look at the history behind twenty-five of the best known Christmas carols. Organized into twenty-five chapters, the book is designed to be read a chapter a day from December 1 through December 25. Make the lessons in But Do You Recall? part of your family's Christmas tradition.







The Living Church


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Catalog of Copyright Entries


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The Musical Times


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Christmas Novena


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Step into the delightful world of "Christmas Novena," a book that explores the history of this special holiday tradition. It's a delightful mix of learning, personal writing, favorite Christmas songs, and quiet time to think about stories from the Bible. Key features Think and Reflect on Bible Stories: Engage in moments of serene contemplation as you meditate on the scriptures presented in the book. Each passage is carefully chosen to resonate with the spirit of Christmas, offering reflections that inspire a deeper connection with the season's profound meaning. Learn About the Christmas Novena: Discover where the Christmas Novena comes from and why people love it. Find out about the customs and practices that make it a cherished part of the holiday season. Christmas Carols to Enchant Your Spirit: Feel the magic of the season through the melodies of classic Christmas carols interwoven within the pages. Let the timeless tunes accompany your reading, enhancing the festive atmosphere and bringing a musical dimension to your contemplative moments. Journaling for Personal Reflection: Immerse yourself in the joy of self-discovery with dedicated journaling sections that encourage personal reflection. Capture your thoughts, emotions, and insights as you navigate the Christmas Novena, creating a keepsake of your unique spiritual journey. Discover Fun Traditions: Discover the fun and interesting customs that make Christmas special. From family traditions to community celebrations, learn how different people celebrate this joyful time. "Christmas Novena" is more than just a book – it's a way to enjoy and understand Christmas in a simple and uplifting manner. Whether you're curious about history, like to write, or just want to celebrate the holiday season, this book is here to make Christmas even more magical. Order your copy of this excellent resource to make this auspicious season more memorable. With its straightforward and expert guidance, this book is sure to be a valuable addition to your library. The ideal pricing makes it a great deal. Click on the "Buy Now" button to make this book yours. You will be grateful that you did! Wishing you a most fulfilling and rewarding season.




The Minister's Manual 2008 Edition


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For more than eighty years, The Minister's Manual has been the standard by which all other preaching annuals are measured. This year, a new design, revised content based on extensive market research, and a searchable CD-ROM make this non-denominational resource even more helpful to today’s busy pastor. The 2008 Minister’s Manual is still the comprehensive and traditional resource pastors have come to rely on, but now it has a more readable and attractive design and more practical and easy-to-use features. Turn to The Minister’s Manual for Complete sermons for the entire year Lectionary messages and worship aids to expand Sunday services Feature articles that speak to the hearts and minds of ministers A treasury of practical, contemporary, and relevant sermons illustrations A diverse group of contributors, a broad and contemporary range of illustrations and new and expanded preaching resources Children's sermons, based on the lectionary texts, for engaging young minds Musical suggestions, based on the lectionary texts, for each week of the year Calendars of important historical, cultural, and religious anniversaries Eloquent and useful messages for holiday, funerals and bereavement, communions, and missions A free and searchable CD-ROM of the entire contents to aid in adapting and using material for sermons, bulletins, and other messages




The Salutation


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This collection of carols arranged for guitar solo brings together twenty-four melodies that have had broad appeal through the ages. They were a spontaneous expression of musical joy that occurred over much of northern Europe in the fifteenth century, coinciding with the dawning of the modern age and the ending of the long medieval night. The selections include universalfavorites, some tunes which are popular in their native lands and reasonably well-known elsewhere, and others which are unfamiliar even in their homelands. Some familiar texts, including Away in a Manger and Angelsfrom the Realms of Glory, have been set to different tunes. Notes on the origin of each tune are included. Written in notation and tablature. Thecompanion online audio features performances of all of the tunes, with somegrouped into medleys. Includes access to online audio




A Parent's Guide to 12 Days of Christmas


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“Four calling birds, three French hens, two …” Wait! That’s not what the 12 days are at all. Use this guide to learn about the real 12 days of Christmas, why they matter, and how to begin more meaningful Christmas traditions. (Note: this is not a devotional.) Parent Guides are your one-stop shop for biblical guidance on teen culture, trends, and struggles. In 15 pages or fewer, each guide tackles issues your teens are facing right now—things like doubts, the latest apps and video games, mental health, technological pitfalls, and more. Using Scripture as their backbone, these Parent Guides offer compassionate insight to teens’ world, thoughts, and feelings, as well as discussion questions and practical advice for impactful discipleship.




Anthology of Dramas and Scripts for all Seasons and Reasons


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Anthology of Dramas and Scripts for all Seasons and Reasons is a collection of dramas, skits, readings, and programs which can be used by churches, small groups, or individuals for seasonal presentations, general promotions, instructional guides and programs, or for reading enjoyment. It includes full-length dramas, short stories, readers' theaters, general interest articles, puppet dramas, and poems for Christmas, Thanksgiving, Easter, and Anytime for adults and children. If you have any questions and/or feedback, feel free to email me at: [email protected] or [email protected]