Foreword / by Art and Laraine Bennett -- Introduction -- From Ordinary to Extraordinary (Father Joseph Eddy) : Saying Yes to Duty -- Team Spirit (Sister Brigid Mary Rock) : Saying Yes to Affection -- A Holy Boldness (Father Joel Kiefer) : Saying Yes to Strength -- For Better, for Worse (Sister Marie Jose de la Rosa) : Saying Yes to Spiritual Poverty -- The Divine Liturgy (Father Mark Fesniak) : Saying Yes to Inheritance -- In the World, Not of It (Sister Mariana McGlynn) : Saying Yes to the Greatest Commandment -- Ten More Like You (Father Jeremy Paulin) : Saying Yes to Generosity -- Doctor of Souls (Father Bernard Ezaki) : Saying Yes to Humility -- The Humble Excavating and Cinderblock Work (Sister Chiara Marie and Sister Marie St. Francis) : Saying Yes to Patience -- Epilogue.

Yes GOD Is, is a book for people who love God more than religion. The Introduction explains that the existence of God is a matter of fact and not faith. It is deeply thought provoking for anyone seeking a true comprehension of God. The story explains why one should never place their faith in religion above their love for God and God's creation, which includes other people. Make no mistake about it; Yes GOD Is, is also intended to be a clear, hard and strict criticism of all religions. It is not a criticism of God-loving people who attend or pastor churches of any religion. Yes GOD Is, a "must read" for those who are considering entering into or are part of the clergy.

Are you tired of living with the stress of an overwhelmed schedule and aching with the sadness of an underwhelmed soul? Do you find yourself unable to say no even when you should? Are you stuck under the weight of endless demands and responsibilities? The good news is: it doesn't have to be this way. In The Best Yes, New York Times bestselling author Lysa TerKeurst guides you through the insightful lessons she's learned about what it means to live out the purpose that God has in store for you. Lysa demonstrates the incredible power of two words--yes and no--and the way that these simple, daily decisions can shape the story of our lives. Lysa has learned firsthand that there's a big difference between saying yes to everyone and saying yes to God. Drawing from applicable scriptures and her own personal experiences, Lysa teaches us that if we know and believe that God has a plan for each of us, we'll live it out--serving as living proof of His never-ending grace and kindness. Throughout The Best Yes, Lysa will give you the practical tools you need to: Stop people-pleasing by embracing a biblical understanding of love Escape the guilt of disappointing others by learning the secret of the small no Overcome the agony of hard choices by grounding your decisions in wisdom Grow closer to God as you sharpen your own discernment Learn to be intentional with your time, your choices, and yourself Incorporate the Best Yes as a filter for your daily decision making If we take time to slow down and rise above the rush of the world's endless demands, we can rest assured that God's wisdom will help us make decisions that will still be good tomorrow. No matter what season of life you find yourself in, you deserve the chance to make decisions that bring out the best you.

How many times have you wanted to convey to someone the joy and excitement of the basic gospel message—but stumbled in the process? Here is a book that explains the kerygma—the proclamation of the gospel—in a simple way. Dr. Bergsma, a professor at Franciscan University and noted biblical scholar, uses both words and illustrations to tell the story of the Bible. In this short book, he brings the gospel to life for believers and nonbelievers alike. Readers will want to buy multiple copies of this book to give away to friends and family so that they can truly understand the amazing good news of what God has done for us in Christ Jesus.

This popular collection of 280 musical pieces from both the African American and Gospel traditions has been compiled under the supervision of the Office of Black Ministries of the Episcopal Church. It includes service music and several psalm settings in addition to the Negro spirituals, Gospel songs, and hymns.

Add beauty to your quiet time or delight a friend with a gift they will treasure. This edition of Lysa TerKeurst's popular What Happens When Women Say Yes to God (more than 170,00 copies sold) embraces her powerful message of obedience and fulfillment that is changing women's lives around the world. In each chapter and Bible study portion, Lysa, president of Proverbs 31 Ministries, shares inspiring stories and compelling insights about what it means to partner with God in all decisions and actions. This adventure leads you to discern the voice of God and say yes to His call experience the deep joy of wholehearted obedience let God affect lives around you in remarkable ways This is your invitation to embark on the transforming journey of faithfulness as you seek God and boldly ask for and expect more from the Christian life. Say yes!

Have you ever been on a plane that had an engine blow out and realize quickly that this might be it, that you might die? Have you ever had a gun aimed at your head or been asked by God to give all your money away? Have you ever heard the voice of God tell you to go places where you would be asked to do things that seemed crazy at the time? God put John Langer in those very situations and in Yes, God Does Speak, John tells why he did these "crazy" things. Crazy or not, John's stories will cause you to want a much deeper relationship with the God you love. But if you don't currently know and love God, you'll soon learn that He is waiting to know you and to speak to you. God is alive and well and the words of this book will shake your view of God. It will open new possibilities to a better relationship with Him than you ever thought possible. You will realize you can hear God speak. For those who have wondered if God still speaks today, the answer is yes He does. This book will help you enter into God's presence at a place where He's been waiting to speak to you.

Yes, God Really Is 'Up There ' provides answers for many of life's questions. It has been written by a man whose earliest childhood memory is of shivering in the winter cold while trying to sleep on a bale of hay in a drafty barn somewhere in war-torn (WWII) Europe. His Mother was doing her best to comfort him, all the while listening to the bombers roaring over-head, and wondering what had happened to her husband, the boy's Father. It later came to light that he had been captured by Russian soldiers, and was bound for the labor camps of Siberia. How the Father escaped, found his wife and child, and once reunited, they came to the United States, is a story for another day. Suffice it to say that, bringing only their clothes and old pots and pans, upon arrival they began to live the American Dream. (For more, read About The Author at the end of the book.) The American Dream abounds with opportunities and obstacles for the native-born and immigrant alike; the author has been no exception - he encountered both. Amidst the victories and defeats, he came to realize that God Almighty really was and is up there, ever vigilant and always looking out for him. That very God can do the same for you. If you're not sure that God really is up there, or you are going through tough times, you need to read this book.

"Yes, God Really Is 'Up There!'" provides answers for many of life's questions. It has been written by a man whose earliest childhood memory is of shivering in the winter cold while trying to sleep on a bale of hay in a drafty barn somewhere in war-torn (WWII) Europe. His Mother was doing her best to comfort him, all the while listening to the bombers roaring over-head, and wondering what had happened to her husband, the boy's Father. It later came to light that he had been captured by Russian soldiers, and was bound for the labor camps of Siberia. How the Father escaped, found his wife and child, and once reunited, they came to the United States, is a story for another day. Suffice it to say that, bringing only their clothes and old pots and pans, upon arrival they began to live the American Dream. (For more, read "About The Author" at the end of the book.) The American Dream abounds with opportunities and obstacles for the native-born and immigrant alike; the author has been no exception - he encountered both. Amidst the victories and defeats, he came to realize that God Almighty really was and is "up there," ever vigilant and always looking out for him. That very God can do the same for you. If you're not sure that God really is "up there," or you are going through "tough times," you need to read this book.