Church Women

"You know I love you, Asher,” he sighed, swallowing hard. The City of Laketon, Michigan hosts a car ferry hub that crosses Lake Michigan to the city of Magawakin, Wisconsin each day. The ferry, also known as the Wolverine, crosses with a host of vehicles and passengers for the eight-hour round trip. Travelers enjoy top deck amenities such as a restaurant, movie theater, live entertainment, and fun things for kids, including a play area for children and a gaming room for teens. Asher angers his entire family when he decides to run the technology and gaming program for teenagers on the ...

Sophie, Emily, Amy, and Melissa have been best friends since they were girls. They have seen each other through everything - from Sophie's private fear that she doesn't actually want to be a mother despite having two kids, to Amy's perfect-on-the-outside marriage that starts to reveal troubling warning signs, to Melissa's spiraling alcoholism, to questions that are suddenly bubbling up around the paternity of Emily's son. But could a lie that spans just as long as their friendship be the thing that tears them apart?

For decades the accepted wisdom has been that America's mainline Protestant churches are in decline, eclipsed by evangelical mega-churches. Church and religion expert Diana Butler Bass wondered if this was true, and this book is the result of her extensive, three-year study of centrist and progressive churches across the country. Her surprising findings reveal just the opposite - that many of the churches are flourishing, and they are doing so without resorting to mimicking the mega-church, evangelical style. Christianity for the Rest of Us describes this phenomenon....

The boarding house is full, the town is thriving, and it just keeps getting better. The Dumont Island Boarding House is located in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and is only accessible by car ferry. Most roads on the island are gravel, though the main road that travels down the middle of the island is paved. There are conveniences such as a general store, post office, souvenir shops, café, and a post office on the island, as well as a few cottages spaced along the amazing coastline. The boarding house sits on the far side of the island, with limited resources including electricity supplied ...

The official book for the Church Lady Art series by Janie McGee. A colorful book of artwork and prayers to inspire and uplift. This series reflect black women and men lifting up Jesus in everyday genre. Prayers to encourage your day as you enjoy the sreis Church Lady.

She understood they were not officially dating or in a romantic relationship, yet every gesture and sign from him seemed to prioritize her comfort and well-being. In the calming waters of Lake Michigan lies a healing haven, an island designed as a sanctuary for the heartbroken. Those who lost their partners, either to death or through a divorce, seek solace, spiritual support, and a chance for a new life. Time slows, wounds heal, and love blooms again on this island. Individuals, each bearing the weight of their pasts, make their way to this haven. Brought together by grief, they step onto ...

I forgive myself for what I allowed my life to become, before I was strong enough to fix me. Those who come to Lost Arrow Ranch are enchanted by the beauty around them. A world-class trout stream running through serene meadows edged by oak and maple groves, creates a peaceful experience for those building a new life. A fully functioning ranch in northern Michigan, Lost Arrow strives to create second chance opportunities for those from the toughest of backgrounds. The Payne family devotes their lives to helping others find their footing, using a traditional ranching environment and ...

In a society where it seems sex is talked about everywhere but within the four walls of the church, and where it seems to be sizzling everywhere except the marriage bed, it appears we may have a problem on our hands. With her signature warmth and transparency, Joy takes on the myths and mysteries of sex and marriage within the Christian subculture.

That first meeting between them had not fully prepared him for the tug of attraction and love he would start to feel toward her this quickly. Set against the backdrop of the tight-knit Leelanau Peninsula community, this series delves into themes of unity, faith, and renewal. The residents, newcomers, and seasonal workers are woven into the fabric of church activities and community service, reflecting their spiritual journeys intertwined with their romantic and personal lives. Through preserving the area's historical and natural beauty, they find purpose and peace. Liz is excited for a full ...

This was turning out to be the start of a lifetime commitment to something bigger… love. Set against the backdrop of the tight-knit Leelanau Peninsula community, this series delves into themes of unity, faith, and renewal. The residents, newcomers, and seasonal workers are woven into the fabric of church activities and community service, reflecting their spiritual journeys intertwined with their romantic and personal lives. Through preserving the area's historical and natural beauty, they find purpose and peace. Ivy is thrilled to spend her summer close to her Milwaukee home, working with...

When Hannah and Cliff's 15-year marriage falls apart, it seems almost impossible to start again. While Hannah tries to reconcile the warring factions of her heart, torn between a preteen son and a romantic love half a world away, Cliff struggles to face up to issues he has suppressed since adolescence in the hope of finding happiness in a confusing world. Amid the turmoil of separation and with their son, Luke, caught in the crossfire, both Hannah and Cliff face the challenge of rebuilding their lives.

"I subscribed to the idea that church girls cheating was rare when really they just have a better cover/alibi. And when we cheat, we cheat-cheat and hide it behind our long skirts and big hats."—Zandra

He woke in a cold sweat when he realized it was not Rene but Adele in his arms. Welcome to Loveland County, where the renowned Crawford family takes center stage in this captivating series. Get ready to embark on a journey with the six Crawford brothers as they explore new horizons in both their careers and personal lives. While navigating their individual paths, the unbreakable bonds that tie them together will be tested and ultimately triumph. Ethan, bearing the weight of personal losses, has single-mindedly driven his uncle's heating and plumbing business into profitability. He has ...

You will be in love with me and begging for an engagement in no time,” he teased as Lana reached out and slugged him playfully. Welcome to Loveland County, where the renowned Crawford family takes center stage in this captivating series. Get ready to embark on a journey with the six Crawford brothers as they explore new horizons in both their careers and personal lives. While navigating their individual paths, the unbreakable bonds that tie them together will be tested and ultimately triumph. In a serendipitous turn of events, Eli's mother introduces him to Lana, who is facing significant...

So I’m knocked up again. Preggers. Up the duff. Or to put it another way...whoops. And I am in NO WAY prepared for the shit-storm of pregnancy. While Nick and I get our heads around unexpected parenthood, I’m having all the usual pregnancy symptoms: throwing up, indigestion, sciatica, constipation, migraines, and brain-fuddling tiredness.

“I love spending time with you, so I will take every chance possible.” 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 need significant work to provide a place for healing for many new clients. ...

The hot topic of feminism has been well documented and debated in mainstream media and yet, as Christians we come to the conversation from a slightly different vantage point. For starters, we have the benefit of a personal relationship with our creator plus the ultimate handbook in the Bible to work out what is right and just when it comes to equality. So why do many Christians feel the Bible presents a barrier rather than a boost when it comes to championing equality between the sexes?

When she moved back to Cottonwood Springs after a divorce and the publishing company she was working for went bankrupt, Brigid never thought she’d have a ready-made teenage daughter, a huge Newfoundland dog, and a hunky neighbor who wants to get to know her better, a lot better. But first she has to solve Maggie’s murder. When a woman has stolen money and someone else’s husband, finding her murderer is not everyone’s top priority.

Have you ever been called too sensitive, too emotional, too needy—or simply “too much”? If so, you’re not alone, and you’re not broken. You’ve just been taught to shrink yourself in order to be accepted. It’s time to unlearn the lie that your power, presence, or truth needs to be toned down to make others comfortable. You Are Not Too Much is a compassionate and empowering guide for women who are ready to stop apologizing for who they are and start showing up fully—in their emotions, relationships, voice, body, and everyday life. Inside this transformational read, you’ll ...

I hope you find happiness and the plan that God has for you. My part will be to ensure you are prosperous and able to do whatever that dream might be. Sadie Nelson, the beautiful unclaimed treasure of Crystal Lake, was uncertain of her future after her parents passed away leaving her their home and modest estate. She had dreamed of making the residence a bed and breakfast and possibly providing some residential care to the area’s elderly population. But it was only a dream until she got that special visit from an amazing man. Asher Fin, an attorney from the city, was charged with meeting ...