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An intriguing and funny overview on the story of the Christmas carols linked to the American tradition. Entertaining anecdotes, behind-the-scenes stories, scandals, gossips of the past times, all belonging to an America that does not exist anymore.

The double-crosser clipped me and transferred guns! A murdering thief slips into Budd's store looking for food and cash. He doesn't have long; the sheriff's only minutes behind. He's Budd's son.

In an ideal world, Advent would be spent in quiet contemplation, meditating upon the wonder of the Christ-child, and anticipating his return as our saviour. Instead, we enter arguably the busiest month of the year. Have we booked time off to see the kids' Nativity play? What's the secret Santa budget? And who became a vegetarian this year? Perhaps, though, it is this busyness which can be the key to a deeper connection with Christ. Perhaps these Christmas 'trimmings' have the potential to teach us more about God.

Charles Dickens' classic story written from the persepctive of middle age, looking back at what the Christmas tree had meant to him as a boy. The tale has a moderately Christian undertone that will be warm for most moderately religious people. A unique story about looking backward at Christmastime and a worthy companion to A Christmas Carol.

Needing a miracle, Mandy Williams headed to Milwaukie where she hoped to find a stable job and a place to raise her two-year-old son. What she didn’t expect to find was Blake Jessop, her first love. His violet blue eyes still take her breath away and his peaceful soul is like a beacon to her troubled heart. But she broke Blake’s heart and he looks at her like she’s the Grinch who stole his Christmas spirit. Blake, a MyHeartChannel star, enjoyed his quiet life mostly behind the camera on the hit channel Tori’s Taking Over. Their latest project, a B&B in Milwaukie was humming along ...

Hilary Newton wants to see the world, to experience all the sights and sounds first-hand of the traditions and cultures she describes on her MyHeartChannel “Holiday’s with Hilary,” but her dream is out of reach from behind the front desk of her family’s hotel. Her father is ill, her mother is his caretaker, and her younger sister just moved to Ghana, leaving Hilary to keep the business running. Nothing seems to be going her way until one day, a handsome man enters through the lobby’s revolving door. Griff Bailey prefers the isolation of his home on Mt. Bedford. When a package ...

The Faces of Christmas shows us a glimpse into the Christmas story from the perspectives of people involved in and affected by the coming of God as a man. These stories, told from 12 perspectives, paint a picture of all of us at different phases of our lives' journeys. If you haven’t already, you will soon see how God’s story coincides with ours as he calls us to be a part of what he’s set in motion.

No trips on donkeys. No angels singing. Not even a baby in a manger. Yet, there are still 25 gifts God wants to give you for Christmas. And they are found in a little six chapter book half way through the New Testament. Rich Ronald uncovers The Greatest Gifts as they are revealed in Ephesians.

Ren has never fully understood the value of friendship, especially with his lifelong friend Sadie. But when the charming newcomer Ethan arrives in town, Ren is suddenly confronted with emotions he’s not ready for. Enter Arthur, a guardian angel in training tasked to help Ren understand true friendship. Arthur is more comfortable tending to heavenly gardens than dealing with human emotions.

As a seasoned retreat leader and author of several guided prayer journals, McDonald offers a rich blend of spiritual reflection and practical action to help you deepen your faith during this sacred time. In this devotional, she invites you to journey through daily mass readings while reflecting on the key themes of Advent—hope, peace, joy, love—and the powerful messages of humility, revelation, and renewal during Christmastide.

Experience the miracle of Christmas like never before with "Mary's Christmas Miracle: The Birth of Jesus Foretold"—a faith-filled journey into the heart of the Christmas story. Pastor John Eugene Miller brings the timeless account of Christ’s birth to life, weaving together biblical truth, personal reflections, and practical tools to inspire and transform your walk with God this holiday season. In this compelling and heartfelt book, Pastor Miller explores the angel Gabriel’s life-changing announcements to Mary, Joseph, the shepherds, and the wise men. You'll also uncover the profound ...

"Silent Knight Storybook: Mother Mary Creates Holy Bread" is a charming story that teaches readers how to wish upon "the bright and morning star." **The story includes a fun secret message to discover, making it great entertainment for the jolly Christmas season. ***This lovely tale combines family love, the joy of giving, and the real meaning of Christmas, making it an ideal book for the holidays. ***The knight's story not only entertains but also inspires true kindness, just like the spirit of the season.

Is Saint Nicholas, aka, Santa Claus, Kris Kringle and a host of othernames, a myth, a legend, a fairy tale or was he a real person? In thisshort story, about a 10-15 minute read, you will learn about the life ofa man who was so absolutely amazing that his legacy lives on 1,600 yearsafter his death. You will see why so many of our Christmas traditionshave their roots in a man beloved during his life time, and loved tothis day.

3 Book Complete Series in one box set! Clean and Wholesome American Mail Order Bride Historical Tales short story romance. This Best Selling series has been completely rewritten, revised, lengthened, and revamped. More action! More inspiring! More romance! Meet Clara, Martha, and Emma. The three sisters venture west to become mail order brides and, in the process, discover the true meaning of Christmas, a holiday they’ve always held dear to their hearts. True love and true faith will come together in a magical little place called Sanctuary…As the snow falls fast and heavy, these brave, ...

In Defeating Scrooge, Baker describes, with humor and pathos, the path which led her to her life's work in caroling, her crisis of spirit and how she set about reviving it. In her journey back to joy, she immerses herself more deeply into the carols and discovers poignant life stories of the lyricists and composers, the countries in which they were written, what was going on in those countries at the time and the catalysts which brought these carols to life.

When Catherine Olsen answers his mail order bride ad, he believes that her arrival will help him fulfill at least one of his few remaining dreams. But then Bessie Calhoun steps off the train and into his life, and nothing will be the same ever again After her scoundrel of a husband dies, leaving Bessie with child and all alone in New York City, she doesn’t know how she’ll managed to provide for herself and her baby. Then her friend Catherine proposes a deception, one that makes Bessie deeply uncomfortable, but which she accepts because she has few other choices if she hopes to give her ...

Join Tom Wright on a journey with the Apostles, exploring the New Testament themes of thankfulness, patience, humility and joy.

Through the story of Zechariah and Elizabeth, we are reminded that God remembers us and keeps His promises. Robert Morgan dives deep into Scripture around the birth of the Messiah and helps us discover the glorious, victorious life that awaits us in Christ.

With magical pen in hand, C.S. Lewis crafted a beautiful tale filled with mystical places, talking animals, and fierce battles in a land called Narnia. Lewis wrote, "The whole story of Narnia is the story about Christ. I asked myself: supposing that there really was a world like Narnia and supposing it had (like our world) gone wrong, and supposing Christ wanted to go into that world and save it. What might have happened? The stories are my answers." In this booklet, Stephen explores the wonderful world of Narnia. The stories of C.S. Lewis are interwoven with biblical themes and spiritual ...

Let's make this our best Christmas! In The Best Christmas : An Advent Devotional Unwrapping the True Gift that Will Make this Your Best Christmas Suzanne Elizabeth Anderson leads you through Advent’s four weeks: Hope, Faith, Joy, and Peace. Each week: • Words to inspire you to not only have the best Christmas, but to look forward to the best life Jesus has in store for you. • Daily reflections that focus on that week's word: Hope, Faith, Joy, and Peace • Suggestions for journaling at the end of each day The Best Christmas can be used by for your own personal devotional times or as a...