Calvary's Library

Calvary's library is a beautiful, inviting den in which to spend one's time on intellectual pursuits, discussing the latest book group selection or perusing the latest additions to our featured collections. The collection of the library is intended to serve the various missions of the Church, as well as the spiritual growth and educational needs of the church community. The library possesses books, periodicals, audio recordings and video tapes and DVDs covering the following subject matter:

· Church History
· Polity and other Presbyterian Publications
· Spiritual & Devotional
· Resources for Bible Study
· Fiction
· Marriage & Family Life
· Social Issues
· Art Reference & Art History
· Local History
· Other Faiths & Religions

...in addition, the library collects bulletins and cassette recordings from each Sunday's service.

Gifts and donations are encouraged and welcome. If for any reason the donated material does not meet the library's selection criteria, we will do our best to pass on the donation to local organizations that can utilize it as part of their collection or mission. A wish list of needed materials and publications is available in the library for those interested in making specific donations to the library.

Monthly Book Group Selections
The Calvary Book Group meets to discuss completed books on the third Wednesday of each month; all are welcome and no sign-ups are required - just bring yourself and your perspective!

Wednesday, September 24; 7pm:
The Saints' Guide to Happiness
by Robert Ellsberg

(Click here for additional information and for email alert request)

Wednesday, October 22; 7pm: SPECIAL EVENT
Meet Sara Miles, author of "Take This Bread"

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Featured Collections
The new Featured Collections section of Calvary's library is where we'll highlight newly acquired books and complementary titles already in our collection on a rotating basis.

Titles within these two categories have been pulled from the shelves and are now displayed near the library's periodicals section.

Highlights include these recent acquisitions:

On "Christian Parenting" for Parents:
The Blessing of A Skinned Knee by Wendy Mogel
The Price of Privilege by Madeline Levine
The Pressured Child by Michael Thompson
Sex and Sensibility by Deborah M. Roffman
A Mind at a Time by Mel Levine
Best Friends, Worst Enemies by Michael Thompson

For Kids:
It's So Amazing by Robie H. Harris
It's Not the Stork by Robie H. Harris

On "Dating, Marriage and Relationships":
Adultery: The Forgivable Sin by Bonnie Eaker Weil
Call It Love or Call It Quits: The Single's Guide to Meaningful Relationships by Tim Timmons, Charlie Hedges
The Gift of Sex: A Guide to Sexual Fulfillment by Clifford Penner, Joyce Penner
To Love and Be Loved by Sam Keen

 
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