Q&A

Biblical viewpoints on Social Issues

 I am in need of up-to-date materials on suicide, post-abortion, unwanted pregnancy, homosexuality from a biblical worldview- that's all for now.

 If you have suggestions, I would appreciate your sharing your book lists.  

 Martha

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tween boys

Our children's pastor is searching for something to use with a small group for fifth grade boys, to help prepare them for adolescence, similar to Elizabeth George, Girl after God's Own Heart. I see her husband Jim has done a version for boys, which s

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Christian Publishers

I have been a Church librarian for a long, long time and am familiar with all the old stand by publishers, and denominations they are /are not associated with.  I know who I trust.  But lately it seems there are many new publishers I don't know. Is t

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Just starting a very small library

I am in charge of starting up our church's very, very small library. Any suggestions? The collection will consist of materials that members donate. Does having a check-in/check-out notebook seem to work out okay in cases like mine?

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Amazon Wish List

I just set up an Amazon Wish List for our library.  For those using this, how has it been received?  Has it worked well? How have you advertised the wish list?

 

Thanks for your answers.

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Looking for fiction titles about domestic abuse!

I am looking for some recent titles (fiction only) that address domestic abuse.  I read a book MANY years ago but am wondering if there is anything recent.

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Copyright question on VHS and DVDs

Our church is working on new bylaws and asked me about my VHS and DVDs that I check out in the library. Can someone let me know about what if anything I need to know about checking out them. Also, if anyone can help they also had a question abut the

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Purchasing library supplies

I am curious where most church librarians buy their supplies such as date due slips, corner protectors, and paperback book covers. Where can I get the best quality at the lowest price? Thanks!

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What is your review of Crazy Love by Francis Chan?

One of our church members asked me last week if we have this book in our library, and we do not. I know it has received "5-star" reviews at CBD, but I am wondering about the occasional negative comments related to "works" salvation. I would appreciat

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CVLI Licensing and movie nights at church

We purchased the license to show Fireproof at our church, and that was such a hit that we want to start having an occasional movie night. We have the CVLI License (Total Producers Package), and I have begun the task of going through every movie so I

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