Library corner: 

February is a month that we begin to experience longer daylight hours. We have indeed had all types of winter weather conditions, and we know it is certain to continue a little long. It is the month we celebrate Valentine’s & President’s Day and then the beginning of Lent on Ash Wednesday.

It is also the shortest month of the year!



Featuring a best-selling author KAREN KINGSBURY Christian Novelist. Ever since her first novel, she has been writing Life-Changing Fiction, “Certain that when God puts a story on my heart, He has your heart in mind.”  Our CTK Library has many of books written by this author for your reading pleasure. Listed below are two sets of several series which are by far most popular and compose nearly a quarter of the author’s work. The Baxters are either the main characters, or play key roles, in each of the books. The series is set mainly in and around Bloomington, Indiana. 

(It is suggested that you read books in order of series)

Redemption Series:

“Redemption” by Karen Kingsbury [F KIN RED01] “Story of love at all costs.”

“Remember” by Karen Kingsbury [F KIN RED02] “Story from tragedy to healing.”

“Return” by Karen Kingsbury [F KIN RED03] “Story of tenacious love and longing for a lost son.”

“Rejoice” by Karen Kingsbury [F KIN RED04] “Story of unspoken loss and the overwhelming miracle of new life.”

“Reunion” by Karen Kingsbury [F KIN RED05] “Story of God’s grace and redemption, his victory even in the most difficult times.”

Firstborn Series:

“Fame” by Karen Kingsbury [F KIN Fir01] “Story of hope, healing, and God’s divine leading even in the face of impossible circumstances.”

“Forgiven” by Karen Kingsbury [F KIN Fir02] “Story of God’s divine leading and the realization that peace comes only after forgiveness.”

“Found” by Karen Kingsbury [F KIN Fir03] “Story of God’s divine leading and the truth that God rewards those who seek Him with all of their heart.”

“Family” by Karen Kingsbury [F KIN Fir04] “Story of the search for renewed hope and the desperate need to be loved and to belong.”

“Forever” by Karen Kingsbury [FKIN Fir05] “Story about surviving tough times and drawing strength and hope from family and deep faith.”


 

Library Lowdown

We are blessed at Christ the King to have a wonderful church library!  It is conveniently located with easy access to regular church traffic, has an inviting environment for book browsing, reading a magazine, explore in more depth a special book, hold a small meeting or just sit, visit or relax in a quiet environment.


The church library is NOT just a place - - it is also a ministry opportunity!  It is a “Treasure Chest” full of valuable resources all FREE and available to all using a self-checkout system any time the church is open.  There are many resources in the areas of fiction, non-fiction, biographies, books in a ‘Kids Korner’ with table and chairs, reference books and even puzzles to enjoy in the library or take home.


The library is run by a volunteer committee that meets monthly. They manage books and determine appropriate purchases of additional books and reference materials.  They also prepare and rotate the book displays in the library area, the church Prayer Room and prepare book and author reviews.



If you currently have found the joy and convenience of our CTK Library, we thank you!  If you have never been in our library, we encourage you to explore and use the wonderful resources available for your education and enjoyment.


For questions or suggestions please contact any Library Committee Member:

Kathy Bruss, Linda Eisenbeis, Emmy Geppert, Marilyn Mathiason, Ellen Petersen, or Ann Stewart



If you love books and have an interest in joining the Library Committee please contact Kathy Bruss at kbruss@charter.net for more information..