Small Church

“Yep, and we all do crazy things for the woman we love.” 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. This new business...

”Based upon his reaction to her, he should probably keep his distance in the future, as he didn’t see this beauty wanting a rodeo cowboy to be her happily-ever-after.” Tanner Creek Ranch, located in Northern Michigan, overlooks majestic fields of hay and alfalfa. It has been owned by the Tanner family for generations. Once a working farm producing crops and raising cattle, it has become a therapy ranch to rehabilitate various domestic and specialized animal populations. Eric recently admitted defeat in regards to his family’s farm and fortunately was accepted into the fold at Tanner...

“I hate that man more than anything in this world. He caused a traumatic brain injury that took months to heal.” Nestled in the hills of the Lake Michigan shoreline, the ranch overlooks open fields and rich oak, maple, and beech tree groves. It has been owned by the Katzen family for generations. Once a working ranch producing cattle and milking cows, it has now turned into a therapy ranch for a multitude of special populations. Ryker is a strapping construction worker, who along with his brother has a passion for helping kids in the community of Little Bend and at the Living River ...

“You aren’t a friend of my daughter, but a spy for Living River Ranch,” he groused. “He better be gone before I get back with my shotgun!” Nestled in the hills of the Lake Michigan shoreline, the ranch overlooks open fields and rich oak, maple and beech tree groves. It has been owned by the Katzen family for generations. Once a working ranch producing cattle and milking cows, it has now turned into a therapy ranch for a multitude of special populations. Katherine and Troy are beginning to find adventure in their new friendship. This is not the type of adventure most people would ...

A gorgeous teacher and a handsome officer meet abruptly. Who do you think might win the fight for intrigue? Nestled in the hills of the Lake Michigan shoreline, the ranch overlooks open fields and rich oak, maple and beech tree groves. It has been owned by the Katzen family for generations. Once a working ranch producing cattle and milking cows, it has now turned into a therapy ranch for a multitude of special populations. The winter snow is blanketing the ranch with a glistening array of pure white as far as the eye can see. Winter has a unique effect on a ranch located near the dunes and ...

What does an addict, an abused woman, and a good Samaritan have in common? More than you can ever imagine. Nestled in the hills of the Lake Michigan shoreline, the ranch overlooks open fields and rich oak, maple and beech tree groves. It has been owned by the Katzen family for generations. Once a working ranch producing cattle and milking cows, it has now turned into a therapy ranch for a multitude of special populations. The prodigal son returns to Little Bend to repent and seek grace from family and friends. His challenges are many, but hope abounds in his recovery especially as he forms ...

A second chance romance with a twist comes to life on the ranch. How will the challenges of trying circumstances change the unsuspecting lives of others? Nestled in the hills of the Lake Michigan shoreline, the ranch overlooks open fields and rich oak, maple, and beech tree groves. It has been owned by the Katzen family for generations. Once a working ranch producing cattle and milking cows, it has now turned into a therapy ranch for a multitude of special populations. Ethan and his brother Ryker not only own a construction business together but also share life’s sorrows. Ethan is a ...

Will this handsome veteran re-kindle the old flame that still holds his heart, all the while saving a hoarding mother from catastrophe? Nestled in the hills of the Lake Michigan shoreline, the ranch overlooks open fields and rich oak, maple, and beech tree groves. It has been owned by the Katzen family for generations. Once a working ranch producing cattle and milking cows, it has now turned into a therapy ranch for a multitude of special populations. Little Bend is excited to have one of their beloved veterans back in town after a harrowing military career serving our country. This ...

Have you ever found yourself wondering what we might have in common with stars or why the moon never leaves us? Thinking about the precise dancing of planets, the passing of time or the nature of natural things? Our world is full of unshakable mystery, and although we live in a civilisation more complicated than ever, there is beauty and reassurance to be found in knowing how and why.

Her grandfather’s sudden death left the ranch in her hands. Will she find the strength to manage operations and a new relationship? Nestled in the hills of the Lake Michigan shoreline, the ranch overlooks open fields and rich oak, maple and beech tree groves. It has been owned by the Katzen family for generations. Once a working ranch producing cattle and milking cows, it has now turned into a therapy ranch for a multitude of special populations. Living River Ranch is in turmoil with the sudden death of the patriarchal grandfather. Margaret is left as heir to keep the therapy ranch afloat...

Cell-church specialist and pastor Dr. Joel Comiskey studied the world's most successful cell churches to determine how they effectively make disciples who make disciples. These churches have embraced specific principles. Conversely, churches that do not embrace these same principles have problems with their groups and therefore are not as effective in making disciples.

This book outlines the history, calling, and ministry of Lorna Jenkins to children. Lorna Jenkins has implemented a new kind of ministry to children, integrating small groups (cells) with the larger Sunday service (celebration). Ralph Neighbor calls Lorna "the global expert in forming Inter-generational cell groups." But how did she gain that knowledge and what steps did God use to make her that global expert? This book explores how God has prepared and used Lorna to have an extraordinary influence on Christ's church through the development of children's ministry.

A low moan penetrated Merrill’s illness-and-antihistamine-befogged dreams, pulling her from a deep sleep. Squinting through sleep-glazed eyes at the unfamiliar room, she recalled where she was. The bedroom walls of her new home seemed to be vibrating with the deep bellow of a fog-horn. When high-pitched whines and squeals followed the low rumble, she blinked and sat up in alarm. Small town secrets can lead to big trouble. When Reverend Merrillanne Bishop accepts leadership of the First Baptist church in the picturesque seaside community of Bannoch, Oregon, she doesn’t know what to ...

The only thing he knew beyond all doubt was that somewhere in the middle of this craziness, he fell in love with Helen. 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. Helen lived a life of fear and was determined not to ...

A theological evaluation of the important role that "cell" or "small" groups play as a branch of the "mother church" from which they are birthed - with an emphasis on how they impact the surrounding community. Four main topics are explored as they relate to small group ministry in our postmodern society - prophetically glimpsing at its impact on the rest of the 21st century.

Will Melody and Reid's Christmas wedding go off without a hitch, or will a snowstorm make it a silent night? Ever since Reid Perry proposed to her at a Fourth of July party, Melody's been thinking about becoming his wife and finally having Michael, Reid's son, call her mommy for the first time. But when a sudden snowstorm leaves Reid trapped in the mountains, Melody fears the wedding will never take place. Through the help of her friends and an unexpected guest, Melody begins to discover that sometimes the miracle we want isn't always the miracle we need.

Falling in love at Halloween can be scary.... Lexi Carmichael recently moved to Shepherdstown, West Virginia, to be closer to her boyfriend, Tyson Monroe. The town is known for its ghosts, but his attitude is scarier than anything rumored to be haunting this small town, and she's ready to call it quits for good. Max Renfro has just returned to this hometown, taking a new job at the historical society. He's not looking for love, but when he meets Lexi, he can't get her out of his mind. Maybe working on the town's masquerade ball together will bring them closer together and help her get over ...

Will Macey's chance at summer romance go up in smoke? Small town florist Macey Edwards is focused on running her small business. Independence Day is an opportunity to take a day off and spend it with friends, but she's definitely not looking for love. When her next door neighbor opens a fireworks stand, Macey is annoyed and swears she'll get it closed down. But, there's something about Sam's crooked smile that lights her heart on fire. Sam comes to quaint Charles Town, West Virginia, to help his aunt and uncle after an injury leaves their new fireworks stand floundering. When he meets Macey...

She vowed to marry for love. He promised his daughters a mother for Christmas. Time is running out for both of them. A handshake between two men changes Alma Pickens’ life. Alma’s father promises her hand in marriage with a wedding due before Christmas. How can she keep her vow to her mother and still honor her father? With only Roy's dimples to capture her attention, Alma can’t conceive of loving a man in four weeks time. Widower Roy Gibbons' young daughters want a mother for Christmas, and desperate to grant their wish, he said yes without thinking. With Christmas right around the ...

In the 1930s, the fictional town of Toad Springs, Florida, is filled with the adventures and daily whatnots of worthy, down-to-earth folk such as Flavey Stroudamore, owner of a three-legged gator named Precious who also just happens to have a birthmark of Jesus on his side.