First Presbyterian has a full service religious library. It offers books on theology, Christian living,
prayer, child rearing, Christian biographies, Biblical fiction and lots of Christian fiction. Also in
the collection are books to help with Bible study, such as Bible dictionaries, commentaries, and
atlases. First Presbyterian also has an extensive children’s section with books about Bible
people, fiction, study helps and Christian videos. There are also a number of videos for adults
and books on tape available.
Library News
Mystery, intrigue and budding romance are the key elements in Licensed for Trouble.
PJ Sugar has no idea why she is the sole beneficiary of the town’s wealthiest widow, a woman
she barely knew. But the timing is perfect – PJ has worn out her welcome at her sister’s house.
Unfortunately, the widow’s house needs repairs, and PJ is short of cash. Rescue comes in
the form of Max Smith, a mysterious handyman who is willing to trade his skills for PJ’s help
in investigating his past. But between trying to catch a bail jumper, working toward her P.I.
license and nurturing a budding romance, PJ’s caseload is full. If she’s not careful, PJ will
inherit more trouble than she knows what to do with.
The Lightkeeper’s Daughter is a compelling romantic mystery in Mercy Falls, CA. Addie
grew up as the lightkeeper’s daughter on a remote island at the turn of the century. When a
wealthy, long-lost relative finds her and enlists her to work as a governess at a lavish estate,
she hopes to discover the truth of her heritage. But at Eaton Hall, nothing is as it seems –
not the idyllic family Addie had hoped to become part of, not the child she was hired to help,
not even the handsome but aloof man she’s immediately attracted to. As Addie edges closer
to the truth, danger threatens her and as she faces down her enemy, she discovers that faith in
her one true Father is all she needs.
The Lightkeeper’s Bride is the story of Addie’s friend, Katie. Katie’s parents want her to
marry a wealthy millionaire, but her heart is unmoved at the prospect, even though she knows
the match will bring her family much-desired status and respectability. Katie overhears a
phone conversation that she asks the authorities to investigate between a mysterious caller
and a ship lost at sea. While at a lighthouse questioning, Will, the keeper, they are quarantined
because of a smallpox epidemic. Though of low social status, Will’s bravery and kindness
wins her love. As they work together to solve the mystery of the lost ship…will God give
them a life together?
Threads of Truth finds Sarah and her twin granddaughters staying at a beautiful country inn.
A winter storm rages around the snug bed and breakfast, but Sarah and girls settle in to enjoy
the inn’s charm, especially the quilts that grace each guest room. Sometime in the night, there’s
an altercation, and when they wake up in the morning, there’s no breakfast, the living area is a
mess, and the proprietor is missing. They are snowed, with only suspects being the people
staying at the inn. Can Sarah find out what happened to the innkeeper – and discover which
of her fellow guests is guilty – before someone else disappears?
Are there times when you need a devotion for a group meeting? Do you love the great hymns
of our faith? Then Near to the Heart of God is the book for you. Each devotion in this book
contains an opening story about the hymn or its writer, the lyrics to the hymn and a closing
Scripture. An index of hymn titles and first lines is included so you can easily find your favorites.
PS – Thank you to the donor that left the box of books in the library. I look forward to going
through them and adding them to the church library.