New Book

NEW BOOK: When Churches Merge

How We Can Make the Most of the New Missional Moment

‘With an emphasis on covenant community, congregational discernment and prayerful dependence on Christ, it offers both inspiration and practical guidance for mission-minded churches today.’
Rev Canon Andy Glover, team leader of Fresh Streams

When Rev Manoj Raithatha was awoken in the early hours with the word ‘revive’ clearly ringing in his mind, he knew the Lord was speaking to him. What he could not have imagined was that this signalled a significant missional step for his church, and one that would have relationships at its core… Read More »

NEW BOOK: Take My Yoke

Could this Be Jesus’ Most Misunderstood Invitation?

‘Wisdom, encouragement and insight on every page. If you need to be refreshed and reminded of God’s great love, then this is the book for you.’
Dr Fred Drummond, former Head of Prayer, Evangelical Alliance

‘Take my yoke upon you and learn from me’ (Matthew 11:29). We all know the verse, and are familiar with what follows. But what if the image it conjures in our minds – good though that may be – is not what Jesus intended? What if a lack of cultural understanding means we are missing out… Read More »

NEW NOVEL: Becoming the Biking Burketts

A Story that Help Kids Understand an All-too-familiar Problem

‘This story will encourage children to talk about their struggles, and it may be that others will begin to understand what life is like for some of their classmates.’
Glenys Adams, former primary school teacher

Did you know that 1 in 5 children in the UK lives with a parent who drinks too much?[1] This means that every child you know is very likely to share a classroom with one or more school friends impacted by problem drinking. Promises are broken, children feel let down or forgotten, and no one seems to understand. A new novel could help… Read More »

NEW BOOK: The Mystery of John

A Faith-Building Journey into the Heart of John’s Gospel

‘Careful, imaginative, demanding and exciting. Paula Griffiths makes this inexhaustible text fresh and arresting again for us.’
Bishop Rowan Williams

We are all familiar with John 3:16, Lazarus’ dramatic restoration to life and Jesus’ vivid description of Himself as the Good Shepherd. But how many of us have a thorough understanding of John’s mysterious Gospel? Overflowing with… Read More »

NEW BOOK: Slowing Down

Discover the Spiritual Power of Ministering – and Being Ministered to – in Life’s Slower Seasons

‘Timely reminder that God’s kingdom isn’t built through grand schemes or strategies but by the obedient, faithful sowing of seed in the often ordinary places life takes us.’
Becky Silver, Presenter, BBC Radio 4 Daily Service

At some point in our lives, we will all face periods where we have to slow down… Read More »

NEW NOVEL: Family Matters

A Novel to Make Faith Real for Gen Z Teens

Gen Zers are turning to God. The Times reports 62% of the older cohort saying they are ‘fairly’ or ‘very’ spiritual, and church leaders across the UK are seeing signs of God being at work. But what does faith look like for young teens, and where can they look for guidance?

Family Matters, CRT award-shortlisted author Helen Parker’s third YA novel, offers… Read More »

NEW BOOK: Carrying Hope

The Medical World Destined Their Pregnancy to End in Death – but God Had Other Plans…

‘An intensely personal, deeply moving story of hope in the face of despair. Carrying Hope will, I have no doubt, bring comfort, provoke reflection, and even save lives.’
Pete Greig, 24-7 Prayer

How would you feel if doctors told you there was something terribly wrong with your unborn child? This was what Beth Appleby and her husband had to face after a routine antenatal scan for their third child.. Read More »

NEW BOOK: The Narrow Path

A Journey into the Abundant Heart of God

‘Leads us on a gentle exploration of Christ’s teaching, helping us to marvel afresh at the Son of God, and encouraging us to consider where there may be room for improvement in our own lives.’
David Wilson, National Director at Precept Ireland

In 2 Corinthians 1:4, Paul talks about how we are able to comfort others in their troubles with the comfort we ourselves have received from God. It was in seeking to do just this that Carolyn Dawson found herself writing a popular devotional blog, and now The Narrow Path… Read More »

NEW NOVEL: The Further Adventures of Isabella M Smugge

Everyone’s Favourite Mumfluencer Comes to Home Group!

‘Among the familiar fun and frivolity, the pomposity and ridiculousness, she weaves a heartfelt, poignant and beautifully written story of deep spiritual awakening. The best book yet.’
Joy Margetts, author of The Healing series of books and Christ Illuminated

Have you ever wondered what a home group looks like to a new Christian? When everyone’s eyes are shut, how do you know when it’s your turn to pray? And how do you make those strange, encouraging sounds when someone else is praying? Are there questions you’re not supposed to ask? And what counts as an acceptable biscuit?! Read More »

NEW BOOK: Generous with a Capital G

Will You Take the Thirty-day Generosity Challenge?

‘A stimulating and vital book that encourages Christians to treat giving both as ‘obligation’ and ‘opportunity’. A means of blessing others and being blessed ourselves.’
Rev Canon J. John

At sixteen, Wendy Pawsey was pregnant, homeless and unemployed. Today, she is an Elim minister and Head of Giving at the Evangelical Alliance, with a successful career in wealth management behind her. Whether in personal, professional or pastoral capacities, few know better than Wendy the power… Read More »