New book: 75 Masterpieces Every Christian Should Know by Terry Glaspey

75 Masterpieces Every Christian Should Know: The Fascinating Stories Behind Great Works of Art, Literature, Music, and Film by Terry Glaspey - Some of the greatest painters, musicians, architects, writers, filmmakers, and poets have taken their inspiration from their faith and impacted millions of people with their stunning creations. Now readers can discover the stories behind seventy-five of these masterpieces and the artists who created them. From the art of the Roman catacombs to Rembrandt to Makoto Fujimura; from Gregorian Chant to Bach to U2; from John Bunyan and John Donne to Flannery O'Connor and Frederick Buechner; this book unveils the rich and varied artistic heritage left by believers who were masters at their craft.

Author and historian Terry Glaspey shares the absorbing true stories behind these masterpieces and helps readers see the fascinating details they might have missed. By looking through the eyes of these creative artists, readers will gain deeper perspectives about the human condition, the Christian story, and their own spiritual lives.

Book information:

Title: 75 Masterpieces Every Christian Should Know: The Fascinating Stories Behind Great Works of Art, Literature, Music, and Film

Author: Terry Glaspey

Call number: 241 GLA

New book: The Story of Christianity Volume 2 by Justo Gonzalez

The Story of Christianity Volume 2: The Reformation to the Present Day by Justo L Gonzalez - Beginning with the Protestant Reformation of the sixteenth century, this fully revised and updated second volume of The Story of Christianity continues the marvelous history of the world's largest religion. Award-winning historian Justo Gonzalez bring to life the people, dramatic events, and theological debates that have shaped Protestantism, Catholicism, and Orthodoxy. From the monk Martin Luther, who dared to stand up to a corrupt pope, to the surprising spread and growing vitality of today's church in Africa, Asia, and South America, The Story of Christianity offers a complete and up-to-date retelling of this amazing history.

With new information on the important contributions of women to church history as well as the latest information on Christianity in developing countries, Gonzalez's richly textured study discusses the changes and directions of the church up to the twenty-first century. The Story of Christianity covers such recent occurrences as the fall of the Soviet Union and the return of the Russian Orthodox Church; feminist, Africa-American, and Third-World theologies; the scandals and controversies facing the reign of Pope Benedict XVI; interfaith dialogue; and the movement toward unity of all Christian churches. This revised and updated edition of The Story of Christianity concludes with a thoughtful look at the major issues and debates facing Christianity today.

Book information:

Title: The Story of Christianity Volume 2: The Reformation to the Present Day

Author: Justo L Gonzalez

Call number: 260 GON

New book: The Story of Christianity Volume 1 by Justo Gonzalez

The Story of Christianity Volume 1: The Early Church to the Dawn of the Reformation by Justo L Gonzalez - In The Story of Christianity: Volume 1, Justo L. González presents a narrative history of Christianity, from the Early Church to the Dawn of the Protestant Reformation. From Jesus’ faithful apostles to the early reformist John Wycliffe, González skillfully traces core theological issues and developments within the various traditions of the church, including major events outside of Europe, such as the Spanish and Portuguese conquest of the New World. This updated and expanded edition incorporates recent archaeological discoveries about the life of Early Christian Communities, as well as important contemporary research revealing the significant role of women throughout the history of the church. With lively storytelling, The Story of Christianity provides a fascinating and panoramic history of the dramatic events, colorful characters, and revolutionary ideas that shaped the first fifteen centuries of the church.

Book information:

Title: The Story of Christianity Volume 1: The Early Church to the Dawn of the Reformation

Author: Justo L Gonzalez

Call number: 260 GON

New book: Big Book of Questions & Answers about Jesus by Sinclair Ferguson

Big Book of Questions & Answers about Jesus by Sinclair Ferguson - Following on from the success of the original Big Book of Questions and Answers, this book tackles the many questions that children have about Jesus, including:

• What was special about Jesus?
• Why did Jesus heal sick people?
• Why did Jesus have to die?
• How can I give my life to Jesus?

An answer is given for each question, accompanied by a page of reading and a memory verse. To help the children take the message on board there are activities and suggestions for discussion. Prayers are also given to encourage them to bring every aspect of life to their Heavenly Father.

An invaluable tool for introducing children to Jesus and helping them to get to know Him better, in an enjoyable and interactive way.

Book information:

Title: Big Book of Questions & Answers about Jesus

Author: Sinclair Ferguson

Call number: 249.1 FER

New book: Sing! by Keith Getty and Kristyn Getty

Sing! How Worship Transforms Your Life, Family, and Church by Keith Getty and Kristyn Getty - Sing! has grown from Keith and Kristyn Getty’s passion for congregational singing; it’s been formed by their traveling and playing and listening and discussing and learning and teaching all over the world. And in writing it, they have five key aims: 

• to discover why we sing and the overwhelming joy and holy privilege that comes with singing
• to consider how singing impacts our hearts and minds and all of our lives
• to cultivate a culture of family singing in our daily home life
• to equip our churches for wholeheartedly singing to the Lord and one another as an expression of unity
• to inspire us to see congregational singing as a radical witness to the world

They have also added a few “bonus tracks” at the end with some more practical suggestions for different groups who are more deeply involved with church singing.

God intends for this compelling vision of His people singing—a people joyfully joining together in song with brothers and sisters around the world and around his heavenly throne—to include you. He wants you, he wants us, to sing.

Book information:

Title: Sing! How Worship Transforms Your Life, Family, and Church

Authors: Keith Getty and Kristyn Getty

Call number: 242 GET