Church Women

When high-powered fine art agent Flora Sykes is called in to assess objets d’art in a Paris apartment that has been abandoned since WWII, she is skeptical at first—until she discovers that the treasure trove of paintings is myriad…and priceless. The powerful Vermeil family to whom they belong is eager to learn more and asks Flora to trace the history of each painting. Despite a shocking announcement that has left her own family reeling, Flora finds herself thrown into the glamorous world of the Vermeils.

Clover hasn’t said “No” a day in her life. Until today. Normally a woman who tips her hairdresser even when the cut is hideous, is endlessly patient with her horrendous mother, and says yes every time her boss asks her to work late—today, things are going to be very different. Because Clover is taking the day off. Today, she’s going to do and say whatever she likes, even if it means her whole life unravels. What made Clover change her ways? Why doesn’t she care anymore? There’s more to this day than meets the eye.

Pull up a chair, pour your favorite brew, and settle in with the King. Tea with the King: A Year of Sipping Scripture and Savoring Stillness is a cozy collection of 365 short daily devotionals designed to steep your soul in peace, purpose, and presence—one gentle cup at a time. Each day invites you to slow down with: A thoughtfully chosen Bible verse A tea-inspired reflection on life and faith A calming stillness prompt to carry with you Written with warmth, grace, and a comforting voice, these devotions turn quiet moments into sacred pauses. Whether you're a lifelong tea lover or simply ...

Rev. Olympia Brown has been invited to the island of Martha’s Vineyard to officiate at the wedding of a young woman she christened twenty years earlier. The groom is the eldest son of the sixth generation of the admired and respected island Adams shipbuilding family, and everyone concerned is delighted with the match. As the date approaches, everything is going according to plan...until it doesn’t. In a worst-case scenario, Mother Nature and an alienated and disillusioned childhood friend of the bride coincidentally join forces with near cataclysmic results. ... And the “Best Laid ...

Samuel Payton is a passionate youth pastor in Virginia, but below the surface, he’s still recovering from the blow of a failed business and insecurities he can’t shake. His coworker, start-up expert Kimberly Foster, is brilliant, fearless, and capable, but years of personal rejection have left her defensive and longing for a family. Two people have never been more at odds - or more attracted to one another. And every day at work, the sparks sure do fly.

On a hot and dusty December day in 1980, the bodies of four American women - three of them Catholic nuns - were pulled from a hastily dug grave in a field outside San Salvador. They had been murdered two nights before by the US-trained El Salvadoran military. News of the killing shocked the American public and set off a decade of debate over Cold War policy in Latin America. The women themselves became symbols and martyrs, shorn of context and background.

She doesn’t want to be a “good” Christian girl. Rue’s mother despises her nonconforming attitude. Her father wants her to be the next associate pastor. Rue admires him and is willing to accept the mantel. She loves “unchurched” people. A service project reveals, Rue is not her mother’s daughter, and the father she idolizes has been lying. Is this why she is different? Could this be why her mother hates her? Is she being punished for refusing to fit in a box? Rue was told she can’t have one foot in the church and one foot out. But if everyone is lying, can she sit on the ...

This book deals with 10 of the most powerful women in the Catholic Church of yesterday and today, showing how they suffered rejection and discrimination because of their sex and how they overcame difficulties to make vital contributions.

Wilbur and Orville Wright inherited their mother Susan's extraordinary mechanical ability. The brothers learned from Susan how to be creative, using what is available for their many inventions. Their younger sister, Katharine, was friend, confidant, manager, nurse and spokesperson for the brothers. In this short eBook, about a 30 minute read, learn about the amazing women behind the men who were the first to fly.

1914: Sixteen-year-old Etterly, running from something, hides inside the trunk of a tree and disappears. The police search but find no trace. Her family and friends wrack their brains but come up with nothing. And so slowly life returns to normal. The hole in the tree is boarded up, and the village of Sackwater moves on. Only Etterly's best friend, Betty, clings to hope, insisting she can hear her friend calling for help. 1940: A skeleton is discovered buried in the woods....

No. 7 in the Olympia Brown Mysteries. Olympia accepts a winter contract in a picture-book church on Cape Cod, but someone in that idyllic setting is watching and waiting. When Olympia is trapped inside the old church along with her stalker in a killer New England blizzard, husband Frederick is too far away to help, and the police can't reach her. Olympia becomes both the hunter and the hunted, and only she or the predator will survive the night.

Sharon Osbourne's life has always been full of drama, heartbreak and passion. When she completed her best-selling first book, Extreme, she had hoped to find some peace and stability after her rollercoaster years. It was not to be. In Survivor, her brand-new memoir, she reveals what really happened next. From famous celebrity feuds, to her eventful experiences on The X Factor, to her turbulent relationship with her father and the tragic impact of his death, Sharon remains as frank and insightful as ever.

She folded into his embrace and wrapped her arms around him for comfort. Cabolusa Beach Lodge is a Victorian-style, four-season resort located on the shore of Lake Michigan. The pristine, wrap-around porch, invites guests to end their day with a view of the sunset over the lake. It has been owned by the Sandburg family for decades providing vacation and recreational experiences for generations of guests. Drew is an accountant with his head constantly buried in the numbers. Unrest has settled on his shoulders, as he just can’t shake Megan from his mind. They have been friends for years, ...

In this controversial excerpt from his book "Solid Ground," Mr. Clay enters territory on which, he says, angels fear to tread, and attempts to answer the question: are there God-designed differences between a man and a woman, and, if so, what are they? No matter your opinion on this topic, you are sure to benefit from Mr. Clay's explanation of what the Bible says about men and women, and how their differences are designed to forward the family and the kingdom of God.

It would be her home for the next week, providing downtime with family, and the place where she would put her first foot on the path to a new life as a married woman. Cabolusa Beach Lodge is a Victorian-style, four-season resort located on the shore of Lake Michigan. The pristine, wrap-around porch, invites guests to end their day with a view of the sunset over the lake. The Sandburg family has owned the Lodge for decades, providing vacation and recreational experiences for generations of guests. Max and Reagan are ready for the next chapter in their lives with a magnificent and pristine ...

”First, we dislike each other, and then we love each other… or at least love spending time together. So we don’t want to muddy the waters with personal feelings that might not be sustainable.” The Village at Crossroad Corners is a tight-knit, traditional, community and a snapshot from the time before technology and big commerce became a mainstay in American culture. The community is rocked when the village council makes the shocking decision to allow a developer to build a dual-aged, residential community, that will house both the elderly and college aged students in a connecting ...

She didn’t want to appear like some lovestruck teen, but honestly, it was exactly how she felt every time he was around. The Cross in the Woods, a cattle ranch entrusted to Rebecca as the fourth-generation steward, becomes a crucible of transformation and romance. Determined to preserve the family legacy and seeking additional revenue streams to sustain the land, Rebecca faces the harsh reality of her self-reliant, loner nature. Seeking help is a challenging endeavor for her, but her prayers are answered one by one as individuals arrive at the ranch, igniting not only the flames of ...

“I think that is a battle of wills in which I will have the upper hand,” Anna said. “But you know I’m just teasing,” she said, bumping his arm with her own. “I like you just the way you are.” Queensboro Bay is located on the Lake Superior shoreline and its harbor services the vast shipping industry of the Great Lakes. The Inn bequeathed to the entire Steger clan is a run down and horrid eyesore for the entire community. The family is conflicted over selling or renovating the hotel, which leads to many tense interactions as they move forward with a final decision. Is there a ...

“Man, this really is something,” he sighed. “I honestly believe this is where I was always meant to be. I love you,” he said in a shocking twist. The Living River Ranch has served thousands of visitors throughout its many years of operation through the love and commitment of Margaret, Matthew, and their families. It is time to expand the ranch toward a higher calling, answering the need to support the next generation of youth with many new life challenges. This second ranch is located in Northern Michigan on an abandoned, century-owned farm. The eight-bedroom main farmhouse and barn...

“I love you,” he said slowly, as if he was making a point she needed to hear. Queensboro Bay is located on the Lake Superior shoreline and its harbor services the vast shipping industry of the Great Lakes. The Inn bequeathed to the entire Steger clan is a run down and horrid eyesore for the entire community. The family is conflicted over selling or renovating the hotel, which leads to many tense interactions as they move forward with a final decision. Is there a way to hold their family together by pursuing this dream of building a legacy at the Inn? How will setbacks and ...