Pilgrim Books

Kony, Levi Mcgrath and the Children of War

Karl — Thu, 15 Mar 2012 10:18:15 +0000

The impact of Joseph Kony’s war was brought to the attention of many people in Orange in 2010 when Levi McGrath visited as part of his Australian World Vision tour. During an acoustic session at The Rock Coffee Shop, Levi shared stories from his time in Africa and of his friends including many who had been forced to fight in Kony’s LRA. Levi recorded an album of songs to convey some of the emotions and stories from his time in Africa. His stories and songs were heart-wrenching, but also full of hope – as people find healing and comfort in God.

Here’s one of Levi’s songs about the Children of War:

Let’s talk about parenting

Karl — Sat, 09 Apr 2011 05:19:46 +0000

Let’s talk about parenting: everyday advice for raising kids
by Tony & Judy Willis (Growing Faith)

This is a great little book on parenting, with advice on discipline, budgeting, education and more. Tony and Judy have 35 years experience as parents and school teachers, and have shared their wisdom in short chapters with helpful discussion questions at the end of each chapter. This would be a quick and easy book for couples or mothers’ groups to work through together.

“Tony and Judy’s straightforward advice covers different stages and topics for parenting. This is a book I hope to read again and again over the next 20-30 years.” (Karl)
RRP: $12.95

Simeon and Pete live @ The Rock

Karl — Sun, 27 Mar 2011 00:13:53 +0000

Simeon & Pete entertained us with their humour and songs on Saturday morning. We enjoyed two sets from the guys, and a good crowd. Loved the Paul Kelly cover. If you missed them, you can sample their music @ www.simeononline.com.

The Big Picture Story Bible

Karl — Fri, 30 Apr 2010 07:20:55 +0000

This picture bible doesn’t just have big pictures, it also helps us to see God’s Big Picture, his plan for all of history – with Jesus as King. From Genesis through to Revelation, explore God’s unfolding story with your children.

Total Church

Karl — Fri, 11 Apr 2008 11:39:14 +0000

Total Church: A radical reshaping around gospel and community
By Tim Chester and Steve Timmis

The 21st Century church is pulled in different directions by external and internal pressures. Total Church clearly identifies the foundation of the church and gives practical suggestions for fulfilling the mission of the church.

Chester & Timmis explain that while the gospel must be proclaimed in words, Christian community provides the context in which those words can be properly understood. They encourage Christians to share their whole lives with each other and to offer a place of belonging to unbelievers.

The principles of being word-centred and community-centred are applied to church planting, evangelism, apologetics, social involvement, leadership, discipleship, pastoral care, world mission and notions of success.

Highly recommended read for people involved in church leadership.

The Jesus Storybook Bible

Nathan — Mon, 25 Feb 2008 02:12:43 +0000

IN THE BEGINNING there was nothing. Nothing to hear. Nothing to feel. Nothing to see. Only emptiness. And darkness. And… nothing but nothing. But God was there. And God had a wonderful Plan…

Beautifully written and illustrated, The Jesus Storybook Bible invites children to discover for themselves that Jesus is at the centre of God’s great story of salvation. Suggested age 3-7.

Grace Warren – Doctor Number 49

Karl — Tue, 03 Jul 2007 07:10:45 +0000

Grace Warren – Doctor Number 49

Dr Grace Warren meets Mary Williamson

Grace Warren has worked with leprosy patients for almost 50 years. She has brought hope and healing to thousands worldwide, saving feet and transforming the lives of those with diabetes and leprosy by her inventive surgical skills, and through her faith in God. Doctor Number 49 is her story. Grace Warren signed copies of her biography at the Orange Christian Book Centre on Monday 2nd July. Grace also spoke at Turbulence on Sunday 1st July.

If you are interested in supporting the work of Leprosy Mission Australia – please ask Karl for Grace Warren’s free newsletter and a Leprosy Mission Australia kit.

John Robinson – Nobody’s Child

Karl — Mon, 18 Jun 2007 23:46:22 +0000

John Robinson, the author of Nobody’s Child spoke at the Canobolas Christian Men’s Fellowship Breakfast in June 2007. He was in Australia to visit a number of prisons and speak with the inmates. John had a rough start to life. Born to alcoholic parents he never knew, at the age of 16 he had lived in 10 different placements. At fourteen he was sent to a detention centre for arson. Gravitating towards a life of crime, he moved from the streets to a psychiatric hospital – a scarred, broken, and angry young man.Yet God had plans for John. Now his youth bus ministry travels the toughest parts of Manchester with the gospel.

Nobody’s Child tells the story of John’s childhood and his introduction to Jesus. John’s second book Somebody’s Child was released in June 2007 and tells the story of his bus ministry.