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| Calvary's Library |
Calvary's library is a beautiful, inviting den in
which to spend one's time on intellectual pursuits, perusing the latest additions to our featured collections or discussing the latest book
group selection. 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! Click
here to view upcoming book group dates and titles
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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For more information or to recommend library acquisitions/book club selections:
Mike Lauruhn
library@
calvarypresbyterian.org |
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