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NEW NOVEL: The Centurion

New Historical Thriller for Fans of Russell Crowe’s Gladiator!

“Faith is not a shield against suffering, my son. It is the strength to bear it when it comes” … A gripping story of mystery, chase and brotherhood. It relentlessly pulls you to the edge of your seat and keeps you there.’
Jonathan Bellamy, CEO of Cross Rhythms Broadcast Music and Media Organisation

Russell Crowe’s 2000 movie, Gladiator, is a classic that still resonates with many today. Its urgent themes of honour, justice and the righteous exercise of power… Read More »

NEW NOVEL: The Deliberations of Isabella M Smugge

Think Amandaland, but With a Suffolk Vibe and a Dash of Faith

‘Isabella is an object lesson in learning to meet the world face on while keeping your integrity and self-worth intact, with just enough self-awareness deficit to remain very funny.’
Ben Jeapes, author and editor

When gifting a beautiful bouquet of flowers, how important is it to know the floriography of each bloom? Is it possible to get a DM from God, with helpful emojis? What do you do when… Read More »

NEW NOVEL: The Precarious Path of Emma JJ

Shining a Spotlight on Those Society Too Often Forgets

‘Annie Try writes realistically and with sensitivity. This is a gripping book that will keep the pages turning.’
Emily Owen, author, educator and inspirational speaker

More than 100,000 children in the UK are in care, and the life outcomes for these children are well below average. Yet behind the statistics are individuals growing up with the same hopes and dreams as any other child. In her latest novel, retired consultant clinical psychologist, Annie Try… Read More »

NEW BOOK: Every Then and Now

Rediscovering the Miracles of Jesus Through Verse

‘More than a book of poems, it is a resource that allows us to pause at the end of each miracle and chapter and encourages us to activate our faith and our prayers with the Word of God.’
Alison Key, pastoral care lead, Hope Church Rotherham and founder of Heart and Skill Worship Discipleship School

With poetry continuing to enjoy a remarkable revival in Britain, a new collection of poems invites us to encounter every Gospel miracle afresh in verse… Read More »

10 things I wish I’d known before becoming a church leader… – Matt MacDiarmid with Premier Christian Radio

We’ve all had moments when we’ve thought, ‘If only I’d known then what I know now.’ Matt MacDiarmid is a church leader in Leicestershire and the author of the brand-new book Ten Things I Wish I’d Known Before Leading a Church.

Listen to this wide-ranging interview about ministry, leadership and what every young leader needs to know! Read More »

NEW BOOK: Ten Things I Wish I’d Known

…Before Leading a Church!

‘A lovely blend of robust biblical truth, practical wisdom and pastoral encouragement. It’s a great book for those wondering they could cope if they went into ministry, or those new to ministry who are wondering what they’ve just got themselves into.’
Tim Chester, lecturer in spiritual formation and historical theology, Crossland’s Training

Church leadership is a high calling. But it also presents unique pressures, with younger leaders aged 25-40 among the most at risk of burnout. So how can we better prepare current and prospective… Read More »

NEW BOOK: And the Trees of the Field

Thirty Biblical Reflections to Soothe Your Soul

‘An absolute delight. Filled with biblical wisdom and oozing inspiration to encourage spiritual growth, it’s a book that is destined to be read again and again.’
Catherine Campbell, speaker and author of Journey with Me and Rainbows for Rainy Days

In her new thirty-day devotional, And the Trees of the Field, Nicki Copeland explores the presence and symbolism of trees in the Bible and in everyday life. A gentle and wise guide, she reveals… Read More »

NEW BOOK: Elijah

How Can an Ancient Prophet – Famous for Miracles, Whirlwind and Fire – Help Us Respond to the Pressures of Modern Life?

Both timely and enlightening … brings a refreshing look to Elijah’s life and impact, which is clearly informed by years in health work and ministry.’
Rev Dan Yarnell, National Ecumenical Officer, The Fellowship of Churches of Christ in Great Britian and Ireland

Elijah’s story is one we all know well, full of whirlwind, miracles and fire. But if we look a little closer, we find a man just like us. One who was often in need of healing, encouragement and… Read More »

NEW BOOK: Following the Son

Experience the Gospel Stories You know so Well Through New Eyes!

‘Will enable deeper encounters with Jesus and God’s mission at a time when many are seeking Him or wanting to grow as disciples.’
Rev Lynn Green, General Secretary, The Baptist Union of Great Britain

How can we keep our quiet times fresh and meaningful? Jackie Mouradian’s new book could be a dynamic part of the answer. With a long career in helping churches and communities engage with the Bible in new and accessible ways, Jackie has distilled her valuable knowledge into… Read More »

Centring Christ in a Darkening World this Advent

Light is a fundamental necessity. Plants and other organisms need light to create their own food, which forms the base of most food chains. Human beings need light energy to regulate human circadian rhythms, mood, and health. It is often said that there are five basic needs for living things: sunlight, water, air, habitat and food and when one considers how dependent some of these areas are on light, one gets a picture of how important it is to our very existence.

But just as much as we need the light from the sun, the Bible speaks of our need for another type of light… Read More »