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Christian Service: Caring for the Least, the Lost, and the Lonely is a heartfelt exploration of ministry through the eyes of a seasoned servant of Christ. Drawing from decades of experience in diverse settings—urban churches, prisons, hospice care, and beyond—Father Geoff shares poignant stories that illuminate the profound impact of humble service. Each chapter delves into a unique aspect of Christian service, from the silent strength of presence to the challenges of loving the unlovable. Through personal narratives, scriptural insights, and reflective prayers, readers are invited to ...

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Milarepa e marele yoghin tibetan, înţeleptul enigmatic ce a străbătut nouă veacuri, distilând, transmutaţie după transmutaţie, toate experienţele lumii de carne şi spirit. Acum locuieşte în visele parizianului Simon şi-l tulbură noapte de noapte cu aceeaşi nălucire de nepătruns, aşa încât viaţa trăită şi viaţa visată încep să se amestece până la confuzie. Cheia enigmei e oferită de o femeie stranie pe care Simon o întâlneşte într-o cafenea din Parisul diurn.

D'une plume malicieuse, mêlant humour et humanisme, Eric-Emmanuel Schmitt nous raconte l'odyssée de ces hommes qu'on appelle "clandestins".

Draga Doamne-Doamne, Pe mine ma cheama Oscar, am zece ani, am dat foc pisicii, câinelui si casei (cred ca am pârlit si pestisorii din acvariu), si-abia acum îti scriu prima data pentru ca am tot fost ocupat cu lectiile. Da' sa stii: nu pot sa sufar sa scriu. Numai daca ma obliga cineva. Scrisul înseamna brizbizuri, floricele, zâmbete etc., o minciuna frumoasa si nimic mai mult. O chestie pentru oameni mari. Dovada? Uite, sa luam începutul scrisorii asteia.

Madame Ming aime parler de ses dix enfants vivant dans divers lieux de l'immense Chine. Fabule-t-elle, au pays de l'enfant unique ? A-t-elle contourné la loi ? Aurait-elle sombré dans une folie douce ? Et si cette progéniture n'était pas imaginaire ? L'incroyable secret de madame Ming rejoint celui de la Chine d'hier et d'aujourd'hui, éclairé par la sagesse immémoriale de Confucius.

Pour guérir d'une rupture sentimentale, un homme se réfugie à Ostende, ville endormie face à la mer du Nord. Sa logeuse, la solitaire Emma Van A., va le surprendre en lui racontant l'étrange histoire de sa vie, où se conjuguent l'amour le plus passionné et un érotisme baroque. Superbe mystificatrice ou femme unique ?

Eine (Zeit-)Reise in die Welt der Urzeitriesen. Dinosaurier. Vollkommen zurecht löst keine andere Tiergruppe eine ähnliche Faszination aus - bei Kindern ebenso wie bei Erwachsenen. In diesem Buch erzählt der Paläobiologe Armin Schmitt aus erster Hand von neuesten Forschungsergebnissen zu den Urzeitriesen, von spektakulären Expeditionen und überraschenden Funden.

Heaven is not just a destination. It’s a promise — and a presence. Heaven in the Bible: Longing for Home, Living with Hope invites readers on a journey through Scripture to rediscover the beauty, mystery, and reality of our eternal home. From Eden’s garden to Revelation’s city, from the psalms of David to the teachings of Jesus and the visions of Paul, this study reveals how heaven is not far away — it’s the heartbeat of our faith and the anchor of our soul. Written in a warm, pastoral voice, this book explores what the Bible truly says about heaven — and why it matters now. ...

Lift Him High: 11 Ways to Worship with Your Words By The Rev. Dr. Geoffrey Schmitt Words matter—especially when they are offered to God. In Lift Him High, The Rev. Dr. Geoffrey Schmitt invites you on a heartfelt journey into 11 rich and biblical ways to express worship through your words. Whether you’re singing in church, praying alone, or encouraging a friend, your voice can become an instrument of praise. Each chapter explores one powerful worship word—like exalt, magnify, glorify, adore, and celebrate—with insightful teaching, personal reflections, poems, and prayers. Rooted in ...

Can laughter be holy? Can wit be part of wisdom? In Holy Wit: Discovering God’s Sense of Humor in the Bible, Rev. Dr. Geoffrey Schmitt takes us on a surprising and joyful journey through Scripture, revealing a side of God—and the Bible—that is often overlooked: humor. From Sarah’s laugh in the tent to Peter’s midnight knock, from Jesus’ sharp parables to Paul’s biting wit, this book uncovers how holy laughter flows through the pages of Scripture. More than jokes or clever quips, biblical humor often reveals truth, disarms pride, heals wounds, and offers grace. With warmth, ...

Mystical Encounters in the Bible: A Journey into Visions, Dreams, and Divine Encounters By The Rev. Dr. Geoffrey Schmitt What happens when the veil between heaven and earth is pulled back? When angels speak, dreams guide, and the glory of God fills the room? In When Heaven Breaks Through, Rev. Dr. Geoffrey Schmitt invites you on a powerful and deeply reflective journey through the mystical encounters of the Bible—those breathtaking moments when God makes His presence known in visions, dreams, voices, and fire. From Jacob’s ladder to Ezekiel’s wheels, from Isaiah’s temple vision to ...

This study book walks chapter by chapter through the Gospel of Luke, offering fresh insights, personal reflections, sidebars, meditations, poems, and prayers. Written in an accessible and pastoral style, this book is designed for individual devotion or small group use. Luke presents Jesus as the Savior for all people—especially the poor, the broken, and the outsiders. With deep compassion and careful detail, Luke shows us the life, teachings, death, and resurrection of Jesus as part of God’s sweeping plan of salvation. Whether you’re reading Luke for the first time or rediscovering it...

Was passiert, wenn eine Trauerbegleiterin und zwei Bestatter gemeinsam über den Tod sprechen? Es entsteht ein Podcast, der offen und ehrlich ist. Einer, in dem sie frei über Tod und Trauer reden. Und einer, in welchem sie mit dem ein oder anderen Mythos aufräumen wollen. Denn das Thema Tod beschäftigt uns alle. Ob Sterben, Trauer, Beerdigung oder der Umgang mit Kindern in schweren Zeiten – hier wird nichts ausgelassen. Mit viel Herz, Erfahrung und Menschlichkeit versuchen sie aufzuklären und die ein oder andere Sache zu hinterfragen. Wir sind Annette, Christine und Markus und unser ...

What if your next ordinary moment is part of God’s extraordinary plan? We meet people every day—at the grocery store, at work, during chance conversations or unexpected visits. Most encounters pass quickly. But some are different. Some carry the fingerprints of heaven. In Divine Appointments: God’s Timing in Everyday Encounters, Rev. Dr. Geoffrey Schmitt invites you on a journey through Scripture and real-life stories where lives were changed through simple yet sacred moments. From Joseph’s long wait in prison to Lydia’s riverside baptism, from a hospice dulcimer performance to a ...

Rev. Dr. Geoffrey Schmitt opens the door to the world behind the words of Scripture—bringing fresh understanding to familiar passages by exploring the cultural details that made Jesus’ teachings so vivid to His first listeners. Each chapter focuses on a single phrase, image, or action rooted in the daily life of the ancient world and draws out the spiritual depth we sometimes miss in modern readings. With warmth, clarity, and pastoral insight, Dr. Schmitt weaves together biblical teaching, personal reflection, poetry, and questions for study or discussion. Whether you’re reading alone...

In an era where traditional sources of meaning—faith, community, and shared values—are increasingly eroded by modernity and secularization, many find themselves adrift in a sea of existential uncertainty. This pervasive sense of disconnection and purposelessness has given rise to what is now recognized as the “meaning crisis.” This book delves into the historical, psychological, and sociological dimensions of this crisis, examining how societal shifts have contributed to our current malaise. It then explores the Christian narrative as a profound and enduring response, offering a ...

Qui parle ? Une certaine Carlotta Berlumi. Le nom de cette mystérieuse vieille dame n’évoque rien à personne, pourtant elle soutient mordicus qu’elle connut son heure de gloire à la Scala et fut la plus grande rivale de Maria Callas. À l’entendre, la cantatrice grecque parvint, à force de manœuvres et de combines, à la jeter aux oubliettes, mais elle lui rendit la monnaie de sa pièce en précipitant sa chute. Carlotta prend-elle ses désirs pour des réalités ? A-t-elle trouvé en Callas le bouc émissaire de ses échecs, l’explication magique de ses déboires et de ses frustrations ?

Félix, 12 ans, est désespéré. Sa mère, la merveilleuse Fatou, qui tient à Belleville un petit bistrot chaleureux et coloré, est tombée dans une dépression sans remède. Elle qui incarnait le bonheur n'est plus qu'une ombre. Où est passée son âme vagabonde ? Se cache-t-elle en Afrique, près de son village natal ? Pour tenter de la sauver, Félix entreprend un voyage qui le conduira aux sources invisibles du monde. Dans l'esprit d'"Oscar et la dame rose" et de "Monsieur Ibrahim et les fleurs du Coran", Éric-Emmanuel Schmitt interroge les mystères de l'animisme, la puissance des croyances et des rites issus d'une pensée spirituelle profondément poétique.

Oskar ist zehn Jahre alt und todkrank: Er hat Leukämie. Seine Eltern weichen ihm aus. Doch Oskar hat auch Oma Rosa, eine alte Dame, die sich in der Klinik um die Kinder kümmert. Sie rät ihm, jeden verbleibenden Tag zu betrachten, als dauere er zehn Jahre. Im Zeitraffer durchlebt der Junge Pubertät, erste Liebe, Eifersucht, Midlife-Crisis, das Alter.