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Summer 2008 - Vol. 21 [PDF version of issue] |
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If Anyone Would Come After Me:
Jesus is no ordinary master. And what he asks of his disciples is no ordinary commitment, by Steve Clark Revelation in the Boundary Waters: Grandmothers be warned and girls watch out for Amazon Woman!by Linda Lugginbill, Lansing, Michigan, USA |
| Where is the Love?
by Tadhg Lynch, Dublin, Ireland The Joke's On You, by James Munk, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA |
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May I Have a Word With You? An Introduction to the Letter to the Hebrews, by Don Schwager, London, UK The Martyrs of Uganda, by James Keifer, Arizona, USA |
| How Does God Speak to Us?
Reflection on the Letter to the Hebrews Part 1, by Don Schwager The Kite Runner: a book review by Jon Wilson, Ypsilanti, Michigan, USA |
| An Open Door for Mission:
Highlights from the International Coordinators Meeting in Santo Domingo May 2-6, 2008 Espanol: Una puerta abierta para la misiσn |
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June 2008 - Vol. 20 [PDF version of issue] |
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Is Christianity
a Culture? by Steve Clark Bella Italia: a creative retreat with pens and brushes landscape sketches from central Italy, by Mandy McFadden, Belfast |
| Pigeons, Chance,
and the Purpose of Life, by Sid O'Neill, Glasgow, Scotland Savoring God's Word, being nourished by God's word, by Jeanne Kun, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA |
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How Mission has changed me, by Mary Shields, Glasgow, Scotland The Martyrs of Uganda, by James Keifer, Arizona, USA |
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Uganda: Friends in Christ, by Dave O'Connor, Detroit, Michigan, USA The Holy Mountain: my vacation in a Greek Orthodox monastery, by John Karagoulis, Lansing, Michigan, USA |
| An Open Door for Mission:
Highlights from the International Coordinators Meeting in Santo Domingo May 2-6, 2008 Espanol: Una puerta abierta para la misiσn |
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May 2008 - Vol. 19 [PDF version of issue] |
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Journey to Neighbor:Following Christ into the darkest places, by David Quintana, Belfast, Northern Ireland Good Teacher: What kind of teacher was Jesus of Nazareth?, by Carlos Mantica, Managua, Nicaragua |
| The Grace of Pentecost:What does Pentecost mean for us today? by Steve Clark Questions at the Crossroads:How are we doing on our journey with Jesus? by Menchie Rojas, Manila, Philippines |
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When You're Hot You're Hot: Striving for excellence in youth work, by Mike Shaughnessy, Lansing, USA Lessons From Exodus Part IV: A transformed Moses sets the stage for the Tent and Priesthood, by Mark Whitters, Detroit, USA |
| Reading the Parables of Jesus:by Don Schwager, London, UK Unity and Diversity, The Lamb of God Community in New Zealand, by Roger Foley, Christchurch, NZ |
| Kairos 2008- Paracletos:Deeper conversion in the life of the Spirit, by Claire Robinson, Belfast, Northern Ireland Stephen (A Garland):poem by Ana Teresa Carranza, London, UK Book Review:Creation Regained, by Jon Wilson, Ypsilanti, Michigan, USA |
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April 2008 - Vol. 18 [PDF version of issue] |
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Fear of the Lord:Ignoring God and shunning his judgments is the great sin of our age, by Bruce Yocum, Belfast, UK Dying to Defeat Death:The death of Jesus was a victory over death itself, by Steve Clark |
| Models of Life:Putting our lives, marriages, and families under the Lordship of Christ, by Bob Tedesco, Pittsburgh, USA Mary Magdalene:A portrait of love stronger than death, by Jeanne Kun, Ann Arbor, USA |
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Lessons from Exodus Part III: God chooses Israel as he chose Moses, by Mark Whitters, Detroit, USA Henry's Question: by Sarah Hughes, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA |
| Dormtroopers:On the front lines of evangelism in a campus dormitory, Ben Gilbert, Ann Arbor, USA On Being a Bulwark, A Philosophical Perspective, by Joshua Birk, Detroit, Michigan, USA |
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Manna in the Wilderness:by Ruth Gryniewicz, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA Grass: a poem based on Isaiah 40, by Daniel Propson, Detroit, Michigan, USA |
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March 2008 - Vol. 17 [PDF version of issue] |
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The Obedient Son:the humility of the Son of the King, by Steve Clark Holy, Holy, Holy:Isaiah's Call and Mission - and Ours by Tom Mangan, Pittsburgh, USA |
| Rooted in God's Word:One of the most effective ways we can be rooted in Christ, by Jeanne Kun, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA The Ten Plagues:Spiritual Lessons for us today, by Don Schwager, London, UK |
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Plague of the Firstborn and Christs Death on the Cross: an artists portrayal of redemption, by Yvette Rock, Detroit, USA Is it selfish of me to work with the poor: by Ed Conlin, Detroit, Michigan, USA |
| In the furnace of God's love:Janice Firn, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA Entering the Heart of the Storm, by Paul Jordan, Leuven, Belgium |
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Trees by the Stream:a poem by Ana Teresa Carranza, by London, UK The Road:Seekers or carriers of the flame? a book review by Jon Wilson, Ypsilanti, Michigan, USA |
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February 2008 - Vol. 16 [PDF version of issue] |
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True Holiness, by Bruce Yocum, Belfast, Northern Ireland Digesting the Word, by Tadgh Lynch, Dublin, Ireland |
| Simon Peter: transforming weakness into strength, by Jeanne Kun, Ann Arbor, USA With Jesus in the Wilderness for Forty Days, by Don Schwager, London, UK |
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Confronting Apathy with the Burning Bush: lessons from Moses' life, by Mark Whitters, Detroit, USA Humble Pie: pride blinds us to the good around us, by James Munk, London, UK |
| Parents, Keep Your Kids in the Real World, by Mike Shaughnessy, Lansing, USA Thirty Years Jerusalem: God's call to covenant community, by Sam Geleyn, Leuven, Belgium |
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Choice and Pressure: Helping young men choose for radical discipleship, by John Hughes, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA A Spiritual Journey of Poems for Lent: scriptural reflections, by Jeanne Kun, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA |
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January 2008 - Vol. 15 [PDF version of issue] |
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What Is the Greatest Title of All? Whoever would be great among you..., a scriptural reflection by Don Schwager, London, UK A Disciple's Yoke: we need not fear a clear statement of the requirements of the gospel, by Bruce Yocum, Belfast, Northern Ireland |
| Meeting Failure and Rejection with Faith and Peservance: Lessons from the life of Moses, by Dr. Mark Whitters, Detroit, Michigan, USA What Makes Youth Happy? by Mike Shaughnessy, Lansing, Michigan, USA |
| Sounds of Silence? In a noisy, busy world, is it possible to find sanctuary and refuge with God? by Brian Shell, Beirut, Lebanon On a Mission to Minnesota: If you want to walk on water, you've got to get out of the boat, by Barbara Stock, Munich, Germany |
| A Grace-less Community: a book review of Too Late the Pharlarope, by Jon Wilson, Ypsilanti, Michigan, USA The Art of Seeing: enhancing your spiritual vision enriching your Christian faith, by Jeanne Kun |
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December 2007 - Vol. 14 [PDF version of issue.] |
| Pilgrims, Travelers, and Citizens of Heaven, by Jeanne Kun When Heaven Explodes With Color: we await our blessed hope, by John Yocum, Manila, Philippines |
| Gifts and Graces for All: Part III, the gifts of the Spirit in Isaiah 11:1-5, by Steve Clark The Hope of Heaven, by Jeanne Kun |
| God in Bethlehem's Cave: a meditation by Don Schwager The Real Meaning of Christmas: what the Incarnation means for us, by Steve Clark |
| Finding Joy In Seeking God, by Janice Firn, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA Gratitude: a debt we can never fully repay, by Francisco Aguilar, Monterrey, Mexico |
| A Response to God's Call: Women living single for the Lord in Sword of the Spirit communities meet in Monterrey, by Mags Tierney |
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November 2007 - Vol. 13 [PDF version of issue] |
| Rise O People, Called to Worship by Ed Conlin, Detroit, Michigan, USA Feast or Famine? Part II: How should we celebrate? by Bernhard Stock, Munich, Germany |
| Gifts and Graces We Can Expect: Part II by Steve Clark The Sign of Christ's Return in Glory, by Don Schwager, London, UK |
| Keeping Faith Alive for Community Kids by John Yocum, Manila, Philippines Child-Centered Parenting, by Paul Dinolfo, Lansing, Michigan, USA |
| One Day Clearly: an art student from Northern Ireland shares his faith and work, by John Robinson, Belfast Anna's Heir: a poem of longing for the Lord's Return by Jeanne Kun |
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October 2007 - Vol. 12 [PDF version of issue.] |
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My Tears Have Become My Bread by Joshua Birk, Detroit, Michigan, USA |
| Gifts and Graces: Part I - The Breath of God, by Steve Clark Zacchaeus and His Unexpected Dinner Guest: what if Jesus came to dinner at your house? by Jeanne Kun |
| Planted by His Kind Hands: Αrbol de Vida community celebrates its 30th anniversary, by Claire de Mιzerville, Costa Rica Making a Difference in Uganda: university students meet for Christian leadership training, by Dallas Burholder |
| A Spiritual Vision Welded: a sculptress shares her faith and work, by Marianne Kantert, Olching, Germany Zacchaeus' Tall Tale: a poem by Jeanne Kun, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA |
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September 2007 - Vol. 11 [PDF version of issue] |
| A Large Pearl Collection? by Bruce Yocum, Belfast, Northern Ireland A Taste of heaven Together: a happy holy holiday with Christian Communities from Europe & Lebanon, by Tagh Lynch, Dublin, Ireland |
| Living Generous Lives, by Brian Shell, Beirut, Lebanon Preparing Children for a Spirit-Filled Life, by Jerry Munk, Lansing, Michigan, USA |
| Answering the Cries: hungry searchers for God in London,by Hannah Gornik, London, United Kingdom "A Time to Till and a Time to Harvest": a time of grace for University Christian Outreach in Lebanon, by Sleiman Manassa |
| New Springs Rise: poems by Ana Teresa Carranza, London, United Kingdom New Vision - Fresh Hope: a photo journey through Poland and Europe by Wojtek Solecki, Bielsko-Biala, Poland |
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Summer 2007 - Vol. 10 [PDF version of issue] |
| Question Mark?, by Paul Jordan, Munich, Germany Eternity's Bright Vision: poem and reflection on Jesus' transgifuration, by Jeanne Kun, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA |
| Man's Mind in God's Perspective - Part II, by Bruce Yocum, Belfast, Northern Ireland Facing Poverty: reflections on a micro-mission trip to Mexico, by John Hughes, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA |
| Emotions: Resources for the Christial Life, by Steve Clark Journey to Covenant Community, by Jean-Francois Collet, Brussels, Belgium |
| Home: Our Abiding Place, by Jeanne Kun, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA Beholding His Glory: with Jesus on the Mount of Transfiguration, by Don Schwager, London, United Kingdom |
| Word of Life: a community of disciples on mission, by Jon Wilson, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA Called Together: reflections on the beginning of covenant community in the early 1970s, by Don Schwager |
| In Spirit and Truth: new songs and music CD by Sword of the Spirit songwriters Glacier, Sea, and Mountain: recent art work by Jamie Treadwell, London, United Kingdom |
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June 2007 - Vol. 9 [PDF version of issue] |
| Man's Mind in God's Perspective, by Bruce Yocum, Belfast, Northern Ireland The Grace of Pentecost, by Steve Clark, President of the Sword of the Spirit |
| A Transgenerational Call: building communities for generations to come, by Bob Tedesco Building a Christian Society - Part II, by Steve Clark |
| Restored to Life: The Raising of the Widow's Son, by Jeanne Kun, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA The First Fruits of Pentecost, a scriptural reflection and prayer on the Jewish celebration of Pentecost |
| Charis Community Belfast: a witness of God's grace for unity and reconciliation, by Gary McFadden, Belfast, Northern Ireland Minding the Gap in London: speaking to university students about the gospel, by Tadgh Lynch, Dublin, Ireland |
| Painting with Light: an artist photographer captures the beauty of God's natural creation, by Don Schwager |
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May 2007 - Vol. 8 [PDF version of issue, 1.2 Mb.] |
| God Loves Faithfulness by Bruce Yocum, Belfast, Northern Ireland Building a Christian Society - Part I by Steve Clark, President of The Sword of the Spirit |
| Topical Bible Study: by Jeanne Kun, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA Reading Scripture with the Early Church Fathers, by Don Schwager, London, UK |
| Walk on Water: the European Kairos Weekend, by Sean David O'Neill, Glasgow, Scotland Christ Has Changed My Life, by Mike D'Amato, Saint Paul, Minnesotta,USA |
| The Work of Christ Community, by Jerry Munk, Lansing, Michigan, USA Celebrating Life's Blessings, by Beth Melchor, Manila, Philippines |
| Painting With the Eyes of Faith: an Irish artist envisions biblical salvation history and the spread of the Gospel in Ireland, artwork by Gerard Kavanagh, Dublin, Ireland |
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April 2007 - Vol. 7 [PDF version of issue, 1.2 Mb.] |
| He Is Risen by Carlos Mantica, Managua, Nicaragua The Good News of Easter by Fr. Herb Schneider, Manila, Philippines |
| Where's the Joy? by Bruce Yocum, Belfast, Northern Ireland Mary Magdalene: Witness to the Risen Lord, by Jeanne Kun, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA |
| Praise and Thanks: Part IV scriptural orientation to worship series,by Mike Shaughnessy Called for These Times: How the People of God community began in Lebanon |
| Awakened to Eternity: a spiritual journey of poems for Passiontide and Easter, by Jeanne Kun By His Stripes We Are Healed; artwork and reflections on Christ's victory, by Jamie Treadwell |
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March 2007 - Vol. 6 [PDF version of issue, 1.2 Mb.] |
| The Mercy of God's Judgment by Bruce Yocum, Belfast, Northern Ireland The Day God Went Crazy: a look at God's extravagant gift of grace, by Carlos Mantica, Managua, Nicaragua |
| If Anyone Would Come After Me: the call to be a disciple of Christ, by Steve Clark, President of The Sword of the Spirit What Would Jake Do?: what does it mean to live as a disciple of Christ? by Jake Yap, Manila, Philippines |
| With Jesus in the Wilderness for 40 Days, by Don Schwager, London, UK Inspired Songs and Psalms: Part III scriptural orientation to worship series, by Mike Shaughnessy, Lansing, Michigan, USA |
| St. Paul's Outreach: engaging young adults in the life of Christian discipleship, by Gordy Demarais, St. Paul, Minnesota, USA Hope Clinic International: reaching out to the needy with skilled hands and hearts full of love, by Sherry Snyder, Ypsilanti, Michigan, USA |
| Once No People, Now God's People: How the People of God community began 25 years ago in Coraopolis, Pennsylvania, USA, by Connie Maletta |
| The Exodus Trilogy: a theophany of God's saving presence with his people during their sojourn in the wilderness, prints by Jeanne Kun |
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February 2007 - Vol. 5 [PDF version of issue, 1.2 Mb.] |
| Your Mind Matters by Steve Clark, President of the Sword of the Spirit Fear of the Lord, by Bruce Yocum, The Servants of the Word, Belfast, Northern Ireland |
| Worship Is Our Service to God: worship is at the heart of the Christian life: Part II on a scriptural orientation to worship, by Mike Shaughnessy |
| Reading the Parables of Jesus: an orientation to understanding the parables, by Don Schwager, London, United Kingdom |
| Campus Evangelism on the Rebound at the University of Michigan, by Joshua Birk, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA |
| House of Light and Hope: reaching out to troubled youth and homeless children in Lebanon, by Dr. Robert Caracache, Beirut, Lebanon 20 Days... One God" living with the poor in a Bataan bario, by Ian Belmonte, Manila, Philippines |
| Nature Painted With Grace: landscapes of Lebanon by David Kurani, The People of God, Beirut, Lebanon Sing a New Song to the Lord: inspired songs of praise from Jesed Music Ministry, by Ana Teresa Carranza, Monterrey, Mexico |
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January 2007 - Vol. 4 [PDF version of issue, 1.2 Mb.] |
| Do Christians Have Enemies? by Steve Clark, President of the Sword of the Spirit True Holiness, by Bruce Yocum, The Servants of the Word, Belfast, Northern Ireland |
| Welcome to Heaven: Our worship of God is meant to transform time and space, making them sacred, by Mike Shaughnessy, USA |
| Bringing the Gospels to Life: a way of Christian Meditation, by Jeanne Kun, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA The Written Word of God: by Steve Clark, President of the Sword of the Spirit |
| Steps of Faith: sowing seeds of good news among university students, by Mark Jordan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA |
| On Fire With the Spirit: beginnings of the Illuminators Lamp Community, by Nigol and Rozan Sakalian, Beirut, Lebanon |
| Faith, Vision, and Art: paintings and watercolors by Jamie Treadwell, The Servants of the Word, London, UK Come Let Us Sing for Joy to the Lord: a song inspired by Psalm 95, by Dan Turner, Antioch Community, London, UK |
| Meeting of Singers My Inheritance Is the Lord an open invitation to be held in Guayaquil, Ecuador, July, 2007 |
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December 2006 - Vol. 3[PDF version of issue, 1.2 Mb.] |
| The Real Meaning of Christmas: what the Incarnation means for us by Steve Clark, President of the Sword of the Spirit Aliens and Exiles: what can first-century Christians teach us about 21st century living? by Bruce Yocum, Belfast, Northern Ireland |
| The Letter of James and the Season of Advent: Common Themes by Dr. Mark Whitters, Detroit, Michigan, USA Awaiting the Messiah by Jeanne Kun, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA |
| Scripture: Taking the Word to Heart by Steve Clark, President of The Sword of the Spirit Worship in spirit and truth: a scriptural reflection by Don Schwager, London, UK |
| How Mission Has Changed Me by Mary Shields, Community of the Risen Christ, Glasgow, Scotland A Time of Grace in Uganda: reflections on a mission trip by Mary Teresa Jackson, Community of the Risen Christ, Glasgow |
| Called to Community: How the Community of the Risen Christ began in Glasgow, Scotland 25 years ago Beacons of Hope by Fr. Pat Egan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA |
| Reflecting Hope and Redemption Through Art by Yvette Rock, Detroit, Michigan, USA His Name Will Be Called a new music video from Songs In His Presence |
| Uniting the Youth Work of the Sword of the Spirit by Mike Shaghnessy |
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November 2006 - Vol. 2[PDF version of issue, 1.2 Mb.] |
| A Time of War, a Season of Grace by Jean Barbara, Beirut, Lebanon Journey to Neighbor by Dave Quintana, Belfast, Northern Ireland |
| The Son of Man by Carlos Mantica, Managua, Nicaragua Is Christianity a Culture? by Steve Clark, President of The Sword of the Spirit |
| Rooted in God's Word by Jeanne Kun, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA The Heart of David by Mike Shaugnhessy, Lansing, Michigan, USA |
| The Reluctant Evangelist by Steve Clark, President of The Sword of the Spirit Discovering Christ at the University of Michigan by Zach Mabee, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA |
| Harambee Mission Trip to Uganda, by Paul Jordan Family Night by Howard Distzelweig, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA |
| "Lord Enkindle Me" a new song by Ed Conlin, nominated for UCMVA Song and Songwriter of the Year Award Expressing Eternal Truth in Welded Form by Marianne Kantert, a sculptress from Brots des Lebens, Olching, Germany |
| Training for Victory! equipping youth leaders for today's spiritual battle by David Mijares, Monterrey, Mexico Single Women, Women of Hope by Yselle Callo, Ligaya ng Panginoon Community, Manila, Philippines |
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October 2006 - Vol. 1 [PDF version of issue, 1.2 Mb.] |
| Good Teacher by Carlos Mantica, Managua, Nicaragua Lord, you know that I love you by Archbishop George Bakouni of Tyre, Lebanon PLUS UPDATE ON WAR AFTERMATH |
| The Life of a Disciple: commentary on the Beatitudes by Steve Clark, President of The Sword of the Spirit Mere Christian Community by Steve Clark, President of The Sword of the Spirit |
| Savoring God's Word by Jeanne Kun, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA Four Profiles in Discipleship in the Gospel of John by Dr. Mark Whitters, Detroit, Michigan, USA |
| A Window of Opportunity: witnessing to university students by Nico Angleys, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA Ezekiel's Call and Ours by Mercy Potter, London, United Kingdom |
| Unity and Diversity: The Lamb of God Community in New Zealand, by Roger Foley, Christchurch, NZ Streams in a Thirsty Land: a personal experience of the war in Lebanon by Brian Shell, Beirut, Lebanon |
| Road to Emmaus: painting with the eyes of faith by John Dunne, Dublin, Ireland In His Presence: a new season of grace for songs of worship by Jane Terwilliger, Ypsilanti, Michigan, USA |
| The Redeemer: Bible Week 2006 by Gavin Walsh, London, United Kingdom Fulness of Life: a Retreat for Single Women by Myriam Torres, Ypsilanti, Michigan |
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