The Publishing House imprint: 36 books
by Michael F. Stewart
Language: English
Release Date: December 1, 2017
Language: English
Release Date: December 1, 2017
What would you do if your sister turned into a skunk?
How about a mouse? Or a frog? Would you want to be a snake?
Have you ever wished to swim like an actual fish? Wouldn't you worry that a snapping turtle might take a bite out of you?
In The River Keepers, two sisters must rise...
by The United Methodist Publishing House
Language: English
Release Date: June 20, 2017
Language: English
Release Date: June 20, 2017
Translated into Spanish, The Book of Discipline details the plan by which United Methodists govern themselves, and describes their understanding of what is expected of laity and clergy as we seek to be effective witnesses in the world and make disciples of Jesus Christ. As the product of more than...
by Bill Blaikie
Language: English
Release Date: October 14, 2011
Language: English
Release Date: October 14, 2011
Bill Blaikie has a unique insider's perspective on political life in Canada. As a United Church minister reflecting on three decades in the House of Commons, he tells the too-often-overlooked story of Canada's Christian left and, in particular, of the New Democratic Party's roots in the social gospel...
Bullseye: Aiming to Follow Jesus
Practical Ideas for Individuals & Groups
Language: English
Release Date: May 15, 2015
Once you decide to follow Jesus, what does it look like? Many people who come to church aren’t really sure. Bullseye maps out six markers that are signs of a Christian life. In practical, inviting, and clear ways, Bullseye examines: Using Spiritual Practices; Worshipping Together Weekly; Discovering...
Messy Church
Fresh ideas for building a Christ-centred community
Language: English
Release Date: October 1, 2015
Messy Church is a fun way for people of all ages to frame a church community outside regular Sunday worship. There are stories, prayers, and singing, but there are also crafts using unusual materials—and they can be messy! And there’s food—a meal to share with your whole family—and it can...
Starting Your Messy Church
A beginner's guide for churches
Language: English
Release Date: October 1, 2015
This short, quick-to-read Canadian edition is structured in bite-sized sections covering the essentials of starting a Messy Church. It includes checklists, milestones, questions to ask a Messy Church you’re visiting, and “things we wish we’d known.”
Loonie
Crazy Talk about Faith and Finances
Language: English
Release Date: June 1, 2015
The relentless pull to buy more stuff, our love/hate relationship with money, and the disconnect between how we spend our time and money and what makes life meaningful—LOONIE covers these topics and more using humour and a chatty style
Bullseye
Aiming to Follow Jesus
Language: English
Release Date: May 15, 2015
Once you decide to follow Jesus, what does it look like? Many people who come to church aren’t really sure. Bullseye maps out six markers that are signs of a Christian life. In practical, inviting, and clear ways, Bullseye examines • Using Spiritual Practices • Worshipping Together Weekly •...
Why I Believe
Daily Devotions on Faith & Discipleship
Language: English
Release Date: November 1, 2017
In this devotional, a variety of members and friends of the church told us about their personal faith journeys. We are excited to share their candid, thoughtful reflections. What does it mean to follow Jesus, remain faithful, and choose hope, especially during times of uncertainty and doubt? Daily...
Beside Still Waters
Called to Be the More Meditations For Private And Group Worship
Language: English
Release Date: August 12, 2013
An important collection of meditations and worship elements for individual or group use. Themes range from peace to prayer, and include seasonal topics. Hymn, scripture, and topic indexes are included.
Everyday Skeptics
Devotions for Spiritual Growth
Language: English
Release Date: January 1, 2019
How do the words of past prophets continue to live today? How do they inform our faith formation and our actions as a church? Wrestle with these questions through daily scripture, reflections, and prayers for individual devotions or group study written by a wide variety of contributors. Study guide included.
by Noelle Broughton
Language: English
Release Date: March 6, 2012
Language: English
Release Date: March 6, 2012
Pays tribute to the scores of UCW women who have volunteered over the last 50 years. Using stories and personal reflections to tell the story of this powerful women's group who live their faith guided by faith and service.
Feisty and Fearless
Glimpses into the Life of Lois M. Wilson
Language: English
Release Date: April 25, 2014
Meet the many sides of Lois M. Wilson: Moderator, senator, minister, mother, chancellor, activist, wife, canoeist, feminist. Feisty and Fearless explores the legacy of an accomplished, vibrant public and religious leader, a woman of firsts who shattered the stained-glass ceiling. With access to Wilson...
The United Methodist Book of Worship
Regular Edition Black
Language: English
Release Date: April 5, 2016
This helpful United Methodist denominational book of liturgy, prayer, services and service music is indispensable for pastors, musicians, and laypersons that plan and lead worship. Arranged according to the Christian year, this resource enables worship leaders to locate prayers, services, and information...