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Come to the Water: An Interactive Baptism Manual for Kids

This new resource draws on Daniel Erlander's two other baptism manuals: Let the Children Come and Water Washed and Spirit Born plus additional pages that are full of interactive content that kids will love.

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Frolic First Bible

This delightful picture Bible tells 20 of the Bible's most beloved stories from creation to the resurrection and introduces little ones to God's love and care.

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Holy Bible NRSV Updated Edition: Pew

This Bible with a cranberry-colored hardcover features a presentation page, introduction, subject guide, eight full-color maps, square-cornered pages, and 8.75-point type.

9781506494500

A Place for You Original Edition: My Holy Communion Book

A beloved story of Jesus welcoming you to his special meal of Holy Communion. This Daniel Erlander book is designed for all ages to explore.

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Bring Back Your People: Ten Ways Regular Folks Can Put a Dent in White Christian Nationalism

For White folks alarmed by the rise of Christian nationalism comes this mouthy, practical guide to holding conversations with your cousin Randy and others who have been misled by White Christian nationalist ideas. Aaron Scott, a leader with the Poor People's Campaign, shares strategies of relationship and organizing to help us and others resist.

9781506494555

The Small Catechism in Contemporary English/LBW Texts: Pocket Edition Quantity per package: 5

Based on the 1531 edition of Luther's Small Catechism, this 1979 edition adds the texts used in Lutheran Book of Worship for the Apostles' Creed, the Lord's Prayer, and for the Words of Institution. Spanish version also available.

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By Heart: Conversations with Martin Luther's Small Catechism

A richly illustrated, in-depth exploration of the Small Catechism. Suitable for group discussion, an adult study or personal enrichment. Connects your life today to the biblical and historical context of the Small Catechism.

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Disciples of White Jesus: The Radicalization of American Boyhood

A comprehensive look at the rise in radicalization among young white men in America, especially focused on the role of right-wing Christianity in the increase of religious-based hatred and violence. A must-read for parents, grandparents, educators, faith leaders, and anyone who wants to forge a new masculine identity grounded in love.

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Unearthing Us: Poems and Practices for Discovering Our Fullest Selves

Unearthing Us: Poems and Practices for Discovering Our Fullest Selves is a collection of 21 poems and practices inviting readers to envision a world planted with possibility, growth, and flourishing.

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The Mindful Christian: Cultivating a Life of Intentionality, Openness, and Faith

The Mindful Christian offers an overview of mindfulness practice through the lens of faith, showing how the ancient healing practice of mindfulness can help us live more joyfully and wholeheartedly. It also includes easy-to-do practices, leaving us more compassionate, joyful, content, and at peace with ourselves--and with God. Now in paperback.

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Honoring Our Neighbor’s Faith: A Lutheran Perspective on Faith Traditions in America, Revised Edition

Hundreds of Christian denominations and dozens of non-Christian traditions have followers in the United States. How do we view this wide variety of beliefs and practices? How does the Lutheran tradition compare with others?

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ReEngaging ELCA Social Teaching on The Church in Society

Childs contextualizes this foundational statement, helping us think creatively about how we are called to be the church today. Grounded in scripture and Lutheran theology, he charts the history of Lutheran public witness, deftly connecting it with our present. How are we guided to speak today? Exploring this book will spark generative conversation.

The End Is the Beginning: Revelation, Hope, and the Love That Lit the Stars

Dragons, battles, beasts, and plagues it's no wonder that Revelation is often called the scariest book in the bible. The End Is the Beginning is a trusted companion that cuts through the echo chamber of apocalyptic anxiety with a clear picture of God's persistent love, providing tools that carry readers into all corners of scripture.

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Unearthing Us Facilitator Guide: 21 Sessions Based on the Poetry of Joe Davis

Guide meaningful discussions about Joe Davis’ Unearthing Us in small groups with your community. The Unearthing Us Facilitator Guide provides 21 lessons, one for each poem. Designed to be flexible for short gathering times or hour-long sessions.

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ReEngaging ELCA Social Teaching on Abortion

Riswold calls us to think together about the ELCA’s 1991 social statement on abortion. Our social, political, and legal context has changed drastically since this statement was written, but one thing remains the same: we as Lutherans are called to compassionate community. Riswold’s engaging prose invites readers into thoughtful conversation.

How to End Christian Nationalism

How to End Christian Nationalism is the essential guidebook for Christians alarmed by the rise of Christian nationalism and committed to faith freedom for all. Amanda Tyler, lead organizer of the Christians Against Christian Nationalism campaign, helps us confront Christian nationalist fervor and invite others to a better version of the gospel.

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The Violent Take It by Force: The Christian Movement That Is Threatening Our Democracy

When charismatic believers wage spiritual battles, ideas can take tangible form. With scholarly precision and narrative force, religion scholar Matthew D. Taylor makes intelligible the language, leaders, and symbols of the New Apostolic Reformation, which has galvanized support for Trump and far-right leaders around the world.

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The Annotated Luther, Volume 1: The Roots of Reform

Contains writings from 1517 to 1520 by Martin Luther that defined the roots of reform, beginning with the Ninety-Five Theses through The Freedom of a Christian, and including treatises, letters, and sermons. Also included are documents that reveal Luther's earliest confrontations with Rome that led to his excommunication by Leo X in 1520.

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Ordinary Blessings for the Christmas Season: Prayers, Poems, and Meditations

For many of us, the season leading up to Christmas is a time of expectations, busyness, joy, and often grief. Meta Herrick Carlson's Ordinary Blessings for the Christmas Season is a lovely companion to help us access the deeper meaning of holidays, connect to the ancient story of Christmas, and pause to recognize the sacred ordinary in the season.

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The Lutheran Handbook: A Field Guide to Church Stuff, Everyday Stuff, and the Bible

The essential field guide for all things Lutheran. Confirmands or anyone hiking the trails of life's adventures and challenges will want to pack...

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