Augsburg Fortress

Van Gogh's Second Gift: A Spiritual Path to Deeper Creativity

Cliff Edwards, a well-known Vincent van Gogh author and scholar, explores Van Gogh's second gift--the surprising written works of Van Gogh in letters written to his brother, fellow artists, and friends. A perfect book for creatives and those who want to understand more about one of the world's most beloved artists, the genius creator of works like Starry Night.

Awesomely Emma: A Charley and Emma Story

A Charley and Emma story about how Emma calls upon her sense of inner awesome to stand up for herself and teach everyone a lesson about the transformative power of feeling awesome in your own skin.

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Read a Book with Me

A little boy discovers the perfect reading partner, and a chance to make a new friend.

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All About Anxiety

All About Anxietytackles tough questions kids have about what's going on in their brains when they feel anxious and equips readers with new strategies to manage anxiety so they can thrive in their daily lives.

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The Lord Is My Shepherd: A Psalm 23 Pop-Up Book

One of the most beloved passages of the Bible gets a respectful and charming pop-up treatment in Agostino Traini's The Lord Is My Shepherd.

Scenes of a shepherd protecting his sheep will have children thinking about the ways that God loves and cares for them.

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Prayers for Faithful Families: Everyday Prayers for Everyday Life

A prayer book designed to help parents create meaningful faith connections during everyday family moments, important childhood milestones, and challenging situations.

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God So Enters into Relationships That...: A Biblical View

Respected biblical theologian Terrence E. Fretheim weaves key insights from Scripture with theological reflections on the nature and activity of God. He emphasizes for pastoral leaders the importance of using this kind of language to speak to the realities of life and faith in sermons, worship, prayers, and teaching of all kinds. Filled with helpful insights communicated in clear language, this is a must-read for all want to know more about the nature of God.

Brave Talk: Building Resilient Relationships in the Face of Conflict

When we disagree about fundamental issues, it can be difficult to maintain close relationships. In Brave Talk, communications expert Melody Stanford Martin teaches us to treat every conflict as if it's an impasse. By learning to temporarily suspend our desire to resolve differences, we make space for deeper understanding and stronger ties. Brave Talk blends humor, creativity, and interactive learning to help everyday people develop better skills for navigating conflict.

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Crafting Calm: Art and Activities for Mindful Kids

Play, tinker, create, and doodle your way to a peaceful, balanced mind.

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The World of the First Christians: A Curious Kid's Guide to the Early Church

The life and teachings of Jesus changed the world forever—but what happened after the events of the Gospels?

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St. Thomas and India: Recent Research

In St. Thomas and India, renowned scholars trace the historical, religious, and cultural connections link India's Syrian Christian community with St. Thomas the Apostle. It also examines the legacy of the ancient Christianity on the Syrian community in India today, as well as exploring the various cultural and religious connections between the Syrian church in Indian and other ancient churches in the east.

Giving Up Whiteness: One Man's Journey

Jeff James thought he was one of the good white guys. But when he asked an African American friend how he could help fight racism, he had to think again. "Simple," she shot back, "get rid of whiteness." In Giving Up Whiteness, James examines what it means to be white in twenty-first-century America. Ultimately, James writes, well-meaning white people have a lot of work to do, and it's past time to get started.

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Fly, Girl, Fly!: Shaesta Waiz Soars around the World

The story of how Shaesta Waiz became the youngest woman in history, and the first woman from Afghanistan, to fly around the world in a single-engine aircraft.

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The Gospel for Dog Lovers

This whimsical little book brings the joy and wisdom of dogs to life in a whole new way, reminding us that knowing and loving dogs is a wonderful blessing.

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Courageous Creativity: Advice and Encouragement for the Creative Life

Expert advice and encouragement are paired with exercises to help you face down your fears, let go of expectations, stop comparing yourself to others, and make your art with courage.

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The Augsburg Confession: Renewing Lutheran Faith and Practice

The Augsburg Confession is the single most-important confession of faith among Lutherans today. However, it is often taught either from a historical perspective or from a dogmatic one. Timothy J. Wengert situates the history and the theology of this document within the practice and life of faith and so shows just how relevant the Confession's witness is for today's Lutheran parishes and their leaders.

Doing Theology with Humility Generosity and Wonder: A Christian Theology of Pluralism

This book looks at how Christians can think about their own theology in a manner that will allow them to not only be more open to interfaith dialogue but see that conversation as essential to who we are.

Just Faith: Reclaiming Progressive Christianity

In Just Faith, activist and writer Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons explains how a strong religious left has accompanied every major progressive advance in our society, and he resurrects the long but forgotten history of progressive Christianity in the United States. This book is a rallying cry for a bold progressive Christianity that unapologetically fights for its values to impact the biggest political battles of our time--from immigration and economic fairness to LGBTQ+ and abortion rights.

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Little Mole's Christmas Gift

A little generosity goes a long way in Little Mole's Christmas Gift.

NRSV Augsburg Fortress Gift and Award Bible: Black

This special edition of the New Revised Standard Version Bible is an excellent study tool that's especially appropriate for use in Sunday school and...

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