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Meet the Team: Janie at Christmas
As 2020 draws to an end, we know we’ve added a lot of new readers. So, just in time for last minute Christmas ideas, here is Meet the Team, Christmas 2020 edition! Hayley plays interviewer to introduce the Redeemed Reader team. Today we’re starting off with our editorial advisor and senior staff writer, Janie B. Cheaney. 1. What are some books you’d like to give this year? Picture book: I’m not giving any for Christmas, but last spring I gave my youngest granddaughter a copy of Hank Finds an Egg–one of my favorite wordless picture books. A beautiful picture book for Christmas is Julie Berry’s Long Ago on a Silent Night. Middle…
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The 28-Day Prayer Journey: Ask
Today we are bravely praying big and bold prayers to God! MORNING MEDITATION What would you ask God to do in your life, or in the life of another, if you believed He would do it? What would you ask God for if you weren’t afraid to take a chance on the impossible? Often I… The post The 28-Day Prayer Journey: Ask appeared first on FaithGateway.
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Wishes and Wellingtons by Julie Berry
Wishes andWellingtons is a light-hearted Victorian fantasy about being careful what you wish for. Wishes and Wellingtons by Julie Berry. Sourcebooks, 2020, 363 pages. Reading Level: Middle Grades, ages 10-12 Recommended for: ages 10-1 To call Maeve Merritt “feisty” is an understatement. She’s the terror of Miss Salamanca’s School for Upright Young Ladies, and most particularly of Miss Salamanca herself. Not that Maeve isn’t upright in her own way, but she’s obstreperous to a fault and won’t back down even when she could be a little more conciliatory. Her best friend and roommate Alice Bromley is a perfect foil, tempering some of Maeve’s excess. Unfortunately Alice isn’t around when Maeve…
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Centricity Music Signs New Artist Patrick Mayberry
Centricity Music announces the signing of singer, songwriter and worship leader, Patrick Mayberry, and releases his “Breakthrough Miracle Power” to radio, as well as to digital and streaming outlets globally today (Dec. 11). Signed to the publishing wing of the company, Centricity Publishing, in 2018, Mayberry quickly established a penchant for connecting his songs with artists like North Point Worship, David Leonard, Mack Brock, Chris Renzema, David Dunn, Jonny Diaz, Joel Vaughn and others. His songs have also garnered major sync placements with T-Mobile, NBA, NBC TODAY and more. Now the songwriter and worship leader steps out to become the newest member of the Centricity Music family of artists. “Patrick…
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New Orleans Mayor Calls For Removal Of Lauren Daigle From New Years Celebration
Over the weekend, it was announced by several news stations that New Orleans Mayor LayToya Cantrel, is calling for Dick Clark Productions to remove Lauren Daigle from the Rockin’ New Years Eve Celebration lineup. After Lauren joined Sean Feucht last month at a ‘Let Us Worship’ event, Mayor LaToya Cantrell said that “[Lauren] harmed our people,” and “she cannot be allowed to represent New Orleans.” The Mayor of New Orleans met with Lauren recently, and according to City of New Orleans Communications Director Beau Tidwell, “the Mayor’s concerns regarding Daigle’s actions in November remain the same.” This is still a developing story, and there hasn’t been any confirmation that Lauren…
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Reggae Icons Release ‘Reggae Christmas 2’
Chart-topping Reggae pioneers CHRISTAFARI have released their latest studio album, Reggae Christmas 2 Reason for the Season (Lion of Zion Entertainment). The 16-track album features gust appearances by Michael Tait (Newsboys dcTalk), Papa San, DJ Nicholas, Ben Calhoun (Citizen Way) and many more. The first volume, released in 2013, landed at #1 on the Billboard Reggae Albums Chart the first holiday album to do so. Purchase or stream Reggae Christmas 2 here. “There is something that is already joyful and spirit filled about reggae,” says CHRISTAFARI’s Mark Mohr. “And when you blend it with Christmas music, you get the perfect combination of upbeat songs that can uplift your spirit.” Recorded…
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He Has Come
They will call Him Immanuel — which means, “ God with us.” — Matthew 1:23 Prince of Peace. — Isaiah 9:6 There’s a song in the air! There’s a star in the sky! There’s a mother’s deep prayer, And a baby’s low cry! And the star rains its fire While the beautiful sing, For… The post He Has Come appeared first on FaithGateway.
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The Gift We All Want This Season
“You are not listening. You don’t understand what I am saying.” In some ways, the people who have said these very words to me — are right. Many times I don’t listen. Instead, I am thinking about what I am going to say next. Or, I am sizing up what their words convey. Or, I am deciding what to do when they are done speaking. Or, I’m thinking about what still needs to get done. I can grow in hearing, listening and understanding others. At my worst, I completely miss what others are saying. When I try my best, I’ve — at times — even thrown out advice. None of these meet the…
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No More Humbug
One holiday season, A Christmas Carol was the only Christmas play offered in our town, so Barry and I took our then eight-year-old son to a matinee performance. I tried to prepare Christian for the appearance of the ghosts of Christmas past, present, and future so he wouldn’t be afraid. “I’m not afraid of any… The post No More Humbug appeared first on FaithGateway.
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Jesus Over Everything Week 3 — Serving Others
You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your mind. — Matthew 22:37 Don’t think of service as a “to do” — think of it as connecting with Jesus. ~ Lisa Hey, friends! Welcome to week three of the Jesus Over Everything Online Bible… The post Jesus Over Everything Week 3 — Serving Others appeared first on FaithGateway.
