Church Women

"I see," she said, cheeks flushing a sweet red color that made him love the woman even more. 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 newfound business ventures but also ...

Looking for Christian Romance to warm your soul and inspire your spirit? The Bryce family has owned the Vineyard at East Bay through three generations. As the founding generation fades, the ownership of the vineyard is passed along to the younger family members who are now returning to take on vineyard operations. The vineyard is unique as it hosts an atmosphere for both couples and families. Come join the magical relationships created through this amazing vineyard. The East Bay Vineyard series is based upon Jeremiah 31:12 (NIV). This is a six-book Christian Romance Series. Download this ...

Are you a fan of wholesome, faith-inspired romance sprinkled with an exciting dash of suspense? If that peaks your interest, you may just fall in love with this series! Set in the breathtaking Northern Michigan landscape, Crystal Lake is the backdrop of a narrative that intertwines a circle of friends, drawn apart by a heart-wrenching incident many years ago. As the storyline unfolds, you'll delve into the intricate power of relationships, acting as a beacon, reuniting these long-lost companions. The narrative will captivate you as it celebrates the virtue of genuine human bonds in a world ...

In "The Church Lady Killer: The Mind of Jane Marie Fonder," we delve into the dark depths of envy and betrayal that can lurk behind the facade of a seemingly perfect life. Meet Jane Marie Fonder, a woman who embodies the spirit of her tight-knit community while harboring a tumultuous storm within. Her life, marked by feelings of jealousy and unappreciation, spirals into tragedy when a single choice transforms her from a beloved church lady to a notorious killer. This gripping tale unfolds like a slow-burning candle, illuminating the intricate layers of Jane Marie's psyche. As she battles ...

Adele Astaire was a glittering, glamorous star, dancing with her brother, Fred, endearing herself to audiences from New York to London. But although she is toasted by royalty and beloved by countless fans, Adele Astaire has dreams of a loving husband and a houseful of children. And when she meets Lord Charles Cavendish, her wishes may just come true—but at what cost?

Fawn loved this little community and found that many of the residents were very happy to be active and part of something bigger than themselves in their older years. "The Chalet" is a Christian, rural, coastal resort community where middle to older age adults go to support several summer volunteer projects. These projects include building and improving housing for the needy and serving through the community’s action agencies. Those who volunteer, support each other's spouse losses and other challenges as they work to help the community. Romantic relationships are developed as those who ...

Desperate to be reunited with her husband, Daniel, Elica walks into the dreaded den of the ruthless Gestapo. She's ready to sacrifice anything for their love. Anna and her family find themselves at the mercy of Anna's heart-throb, Ulf. Ulf's obsession with Anna puts him in a quandary—between his loyalty to the Fuhrer and his burning desire for the forbidden fruit.

Pools of blood, scenes of carnage, signs of agonising death - who deals with the aftermath of violence once the bodies have been taken away? Judith Kepler has seen it all. She is a crime-scene specialist. She turns crime scenes back into habitable spaces. She is a cleaner. It is at the home of a woman who has been brutally murdered that she is suddenly confronted with her own past. The murder victim knew Judith's secret: as a child Judith was sent to an orphanage under mysterious circumstances - parentage unknown.

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.

Reluctantly, Chef Isaac finds himself working in the kitchen of his nemesis, Chef Piper Peyton. Why would he want to cook his way into her heart? To save a landmark family restaurant in Savannah, two chefs must put aside their twenty-year-old feud and cook together. Can they at least try to be kind toward each other without digging up old hurts? I can’t wait for you to read Piper’s story. Fans of my Savannah Sweethearts and Coastal Sweethearts Christian coastal romance series might recall that Piper is profoundly deaf. Here comes Chef Isaac, who does not speak American Sign Language at ...

Louise Bridges has the perfect life. A loving husband, Patrick. Two adorable children. A comfortable home. So when PC Becca Holt arrives to break the news that Patrick has been killed in an accident, she thinks Louise’s perfect world is about to collapse around her. But Louise doesn’t react in the way Becca would expect her to on hearing of her husband’s death. And there are only three plates set out for dinner, as if Louise already knew Patrick wouldn’t be home that night.

This gripping memoir describes Bethany’s journey with God as she struggles to find her own identity after abuse, toxic relationships, therapy abuse, and church hurts. When the people and institutions she trusted betray her trust, even calling her crazy, God gives her the grit to keep going and find peace and well-being.

In Reason to Return, Ericka Andersen delves into the reasons why women are leaving church in droves. With gentle insight and thoughtful research, she invites Christian women who are hurt or disillusioned by the churches of their pasts to fulfill their unmet spiritual longings for God and community―and consider what the church might still have to offer them.

Dr. Eddie Hyatt presents a compelling argument from Scripture, history, and his own personal experience that God calls women to serve as pastors and other leadership roles n the church. He addresses the church's obsession with "authority" and shows how it is at odds with Jesus and the New Testament. He addresses the two passages commonly used to limit women, I Timothy 2:11-12 and I Corinthians 14:34-35, and shows how, when placed in their historical context, it becomes clear that Paul was not placing restrictions on all women everywhere. He also discusses the role of the Holy Spirit in the ...

Looking for Christian Romance books that transport you to captivating worlds, where love blossoms amid the gentle whispers of faith, warming your soul and inspiring your spirit with every tender page-turn? Nestled in the rolling woodlands of West Michigan, the Double K Ranch exudes a magnetic charm as it sits just moments away from the idyllic shores of Lake Michigan. This amazing resort extends a warm welcome to singles, couples, and families, inviting them to partake in a plethora of activities. Whether wandering through winding hiking trails that reveal breathtaking views or reveling in ...

‘She couldn’t remember the last time they’d stared at each other with dewy eyes over the cornflakes, or when they’d last tumbled into bed and bonked like spring bunnies, but they loved each other. Didn’t they?’ Chrissie, Dee and Amber each feel a marriage proposal is overdue from their respective boyfriends. When the women are invited to a birthday soirée – complete with fortune teller – the girls know there is only one question they’ll be asking Madam Rosa: will their men be popping the question? But opting to see a clairvoyant is a bit like opening Pandora’s box. Some revelations are a joy, whereas others are most definitely not. Sometimes you have to be careful what you wish for…. Best-selling romance author Debbie Viggiano’s delightful, satirical take on life and relationships. This audiobook will particularly appeal to fans of Adele Parks and Mhairi Mcfarlane.

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....

The fact she didn’t want a relationship did not deter his heart from wanting something more each time she was around. In Seabrook Cove, Susan Hampton, now known as Willow Braxton, seeks solace from her tumultuous past after a fateful shootout. Her attempt to stay under the radar is challenged when she meets Deputy Conroy at the police station, where a bond forms over shared values and subtle exchanges about faith. Their tranquility is disrupted by a mysterious drowning case, pulling Willow back into a world of investigation she thought she'd left behind. As Willow discreetly aids Conroy, ...

"Candy-Coated Words Have Led to Sleepless Nights": "Tiffany's marriage is built on a foundation of sweetly spun lies since the day they uttered 'I do.' Overwhelmed by sorrow yet paralyzed by fear, Tiffany witnesses her world unraveling. The truth she concealed has been uncovered, and her husband now holds the fragments of her deception. In the wake of one little white lie, Tiffany confronts the haunting question: Can the cost of that seemingly harmless untruth shatter everything she holds dear?"

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.