Photo from a 2022 Global Mission Fellows training event. (Image courtesy of Global Ministries.)

ATLANTA (PRWEB)
September 16, 2022

Become a Global Mission Fellow and join the legacy and movement of young adults in the United States who have crossed boundaries to better understand and respond to various forms of injustice since 1951.

The Global Mission Fellows program of The United Methodist Church places young adults, ages 20–30, in social justice ministries for two years of service. The program offers the opportunity for service in the United States (US-2 track) and around the world (international track) and is excited to announce the launch of the application on Sept. 1 for the 2023-25 cohort on the US-2 track.

Fellows serving on the US-2 track address the deep-rooted systems of injustice in the U.S., working in a variety of areas, including food insecurity, migration/immigration, education and poverty. Fellows leave their home state to serve in a new community, gaining a fresh perspective on systems preventing social change. They form meaningful relationships with their host community as they are mentored by organizations meeting immediate needs and working toward lasting transformation.

The Wesleyan value of personal and social holiness is at the core of the Global Mission Fellows program. The program is open to those from different denominational backgrounds, but participants are expected to represent The United Methodist Church and uphold its social principles during their time of service.

The fall application deadline is Dec. 1, 2022. Placement matches will be assigned throughout the selection process, but early application is encouraged for the strongest match. The final deadline is Spring 2023. The application can be found at umcmission.org/become-a-fellow.

Those selected for the next Global Mission Fellow US-2 cohort will begin onboarding in Spring 2023 and service in August 2023.

For more information regarding the program or application process, email missionaryinfo@umcmission.org.

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About the General Board of Global Ministries of The United Methodist Church:

Global Ministries is the worldwide mission and development agency of The United Methodist Church. Founded in 1819, Global Ministries today supports more than 250 missionaries in over 70 countries, including the United States. It has personnel, projects and partners in 120 countries. Learn more about Global Ministries by visiting http://www.umcmission.org or by following http://www.facebook.com/GlobalMinistries and http://Twitter.com/UMCmission.

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MEADVILLE, Pa. (PRWEB)
September 16, 2022

Readers seeking to forge a stronger connection with God will find a worthy resource in “Discover Your Soul Purpose: An Intimate Conversation with God.” The book is the creation of published author Wendy Templeton Padilla, a Catholic broadcasting veteran and certified life coach. Templeton Padilla has spent her career helping others tune in to hear God’s voice throughout the ordinary moments of their day and this work is no different.

Templeton Padilla shares, “Do you believe God speaks to you? What if you could sit down with God? What would you say to Him? What questions would you ask Him? Most importantly, what would He say to you? Would you be willing to enter the conversation?

“Dear Child, I AM God, your Heavenly Father. I AM the one Who knows you inside and out: your past, your present, and your future. I know all your thoughts even before you do. I know when you are filled with joy and peace, and I know when you are anxious and sad.

“My heart is so filled with love for you as you turn to me for help. I fully understand and know your conflicted heart, and I love you despite all your challenges: your disappointments and sorrows, your hesitations, and your fears. How I wait for you to release them to Me once and for all. I must ask you, My precious soul, what do you believe?”

“As you tune the ear of your heart to listen to God’s voice throughout each discovery prayer letter, you may find that you are touched on a very deep level, this is good.

“Discover Your Soul Purpose: An Intimate Conversation with God” is an engaging and purposeful read. With parental love, hope, clarity, and example, God speaks continually to the heart of the reader through biblical storytelling and an abundance of His word from the Holy Scriptures. This unique conversational style reveals a clearer path to many of the answers that people search for every day.

“Discover Your Soul Purpose: An Intimate Conversation with God” will help you…

• Know who you are in God.
• Tune out distractions to listen to God’s voice more intently in your daily life.
• Forge a deeper relationship with God.
• Live in true peace despite your circumstances
• Understand that forgiveness is meant for you.
• Live without fear and anxiety.
• Live with more love, hope, joy, and courage.
• Be your authentic self.
• Discover Your Soul Purpose.

Published by Christian Faith Publishing, Wendy Templeton Padilla’s new book is an uplifting message of God’s love and one’s connection with Him.

Consumers can purchase “Discover Your Soul Purpose: An Intimate Conversation with God” at traditional brick & mortar bookstores, or online at Amazon.com, Apple iTunes store, or Barnes and Noble.

For additional information or inquiries about “Discover Your Soul Purpose: An Intimate Conversation with God,” contact the Christian Faith Publishing media department at 866-554-0919.

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MEADVILLE, Pa. (PRWEB)
September 15, 2022

“Gospel Poetics: A Way into Your Soul with Poetry, Prayer and The Lord Jesus”: a spiritually inspiring examination of St. Matthew’s Gospel. “Gospel Poetics: A Way into Your Soul with Poetry, Prayer and The Lord Jesus” is the creation of published author Frederick Preston Annie, who was born on a small family farm near Coal Mountain, West Virginia. Annie has been a student of architecture, literature, and theology and has served as a Catholic priest for over forty years. In 2006, he was named a Prelate of Honor by Pope Benedict XVI. He is now retired and resides in Charleston, West Virginia.

Annie shares, “This book of poetry is an opportunity to search for meaning in the Gospel of St. Matthew and a way to explore your soul.

“St. Mathew’s Gospel is a rich and fertile field producing abundant insights into life and the human condition. These poems cultivate this wisdom and translate it into poetry, amplifying its meaning and adding contemporary context and color. Once engaged in the poetic, the reader is offered additional insights generated by their own excited imagination. To aid the imagination, I have added an original abstract painting to each poem to enhance the experience.

“This experience of the Holy can be a path into the soul. Deep at the bottom of each of us is that spark of eternity that can only be ignited by the gift of faith. It is my hope that these poems will encourage the reader to examine that divine mystery that is planted deep within us by the very Word of God.”

Published by Christian Faith Publishing, Frederick Preston Annie’s new book will uplift and encourage readers in their faith while offering a fresh experience with the Gospel of St. Matthew.

Annie draws from a lifetime of biblical study and prayer to bring readers an encouraging message of fulfillment found within faith.

Consumers can purchase “Gospel Poetics: A Way into Your Soul with Poetry, Prayer and The Lord Jesus” at traditional brick & mortar bookstores, or online at Amazon.com, Apple iTunes store, or Barnes and Noble.

For additional information or inquiries about “Gospel Poetics: A Way into Your Soul with Poetry, Prayer and The Lord Jesus,” contact the Christian Faith Publishing media department at 866-554-0919.

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MEADVILLE, Pa. (PRWEB)
September 15, 2022

“Power of the Christ Advantage”: an empowering message of hope for those facing life’s pitfalls. “Power of the Christ Advantage” is the creation of published author Rev. Dr. RonDerrick Johnson, a graduate of four Christian universities and pastor of the Church of the Christ Advantage with nearly fifteen years as an educator in one of the largest school districts in America.

Rev. Dr. Johnson shares, “From deep inside the dungeon of a jail cell, Rev. Dr. RonDerrick Johnson gives birth to one of the most captivating stories of human perseverance. The Power of the Christ Advantage leaves audiences stunned as he unravels a sinister plot by his former fiancée and her accomplice to place him behind bars for life. The author gives one fascinating account after another of extreme poverty, horrendous abuse, near-death experiences, and ultimate betrayal—all while ascending to the pinnacle of education.

“This one-of-a-kind work is like nothing you have ever read before, as it gives a firsthand illustration of a systemically broken justice system. The magnetizing imagery will provoke fear, sadness, joy, and most certainly anger. A shocking twist is discovered when readers learn that the entire book was written while awaiting trial.

“No one is left untouched as Dr. Johnson heroically relies upon his faith in God to stand against a judicial giant that boasts over 125 years of prosecuting suspects. The Power of the Christ Advantage is a genuine David vs. Goliath story that will transform your faith in Christ forever.”

Published by Christian Faith Publishing, Rev. Dr. RonDerrick Johnson’s new book offers a deeply personal look into some of the author’s most challenging memories.

Rev. Dr. Johnson shares in hopes of helping others to keep the faith and hold true to what is right no matter what trials await.

Consumers can purchase “Power of the Christ Advantage” at traditional brick & mortar bookstores, or online at Amazon.com, Apple iTunes store, or Barnes and Noble.

For additional information or inquiries about “Power of the Christ Advantage,” contact the Christian Faith Publishing media department at 866-554-0919.

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MEADVILLE, Pa. (PRWEB)
September 15, 2022

“The Encounter: Breaking Out of Fear”: a powerful testament to the power of the Holy Spirit. “The Encounter: Breaking Out of Fear” is the creation of published author Lizette Gallagher.

Gallagher shares, “I honestly hope this book would inspire you in your journey with the Lord. The purpose of this book was to let others know God’s existence, let others know how God can just come into your life and show his existence.

“I remember when he first appeared to me, he showed me the words that I had written on the book and then showed me the vision of a huge bridge, and in the vision, the bridge was made out of the cross, and inside the bridge were the words he instructed me to share with the world, and He wanted me to let everyone know we all already have everything we need to continue walking with God inside that bridge, but in order to receive it, we have to believe in God to enter. We must surrender to God, so therefore we must die from self, to live for God. I know it is not easy, but if you believe in his word and if you surrender and allow the Holy Spirit to enter, the Holy Spirit will guide you into all truth, and when you know the truth, then and only then, you shall be set free. So trust and know that the Lord has set us apart.

“So when you are through with this book, you will see the words that the Father has spoken that had not yet been heard on earth, and then you shall know that the Lord is the Lord and his existence is real.

“God bless you.”

Published by Christian Faith Publishing, Lizette Gallagher’s new book is an empowering message of faith for those facing uncertainty.

Gallagher brings a fresh and open discussion of God’s intervention within her life in hopes of encouraging and helping others.

Consumers can purchase “The Encounter: Breaking Out of Fear” at traditional brick & mortar bookstores, or online at Amazon.com, Apple iTunes store, or Barnes and Noble.

For additional information or inquiries about “The Encounter: Breaking Out of Fear,” contact the Christian Faith Publishing media department at 866-554-0919.

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Available at all online retailers in hardcover, softcover, and ebook.

This is a book about building up the person, you, me, those of us who know we are called to a kingdom life. Real, is a book about rewilding ministry from the inside-out.

WINNIPEG, MB (PRWEB)
September 14, 2022

Book Launch!

Earl Buchan, a pastor and church planter, shares encouragement for all those looking around and saying to themselves “there must be more than this.” It all begins with a fearless searching of our hearts to rewild ministry from the inside-out.

He looks to the Bible and over twenty years’ experience in the church to share from his own successes and failures sharing wisdom, warnings, and reminders of why we are meant to be in Christ. Earl shares that it all starts with us, live a life of openness and it will change the atmosphere in our churches and in our homes.

As you read, you’ll get answers to questions such as:

What can you really expect when you enter ministry?

Why is it so important to be your authentic self in all circumstances?

What are the costs to living His will, His way?

How can we overcome ourselves so people see more of Jesus and less of us?

This journey is not for the faint of heart, or those full of themselves. The author has been both, and he shares how the Lord rewilded his own heart in order to reveal the beauty of a called life.

About the Author

Earl Buchan is lead pastor of a Calvary Chapel called Radiant Church in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada.

A church planter and adventurer, he has spent a life in various forms of ministry. The calling he has pursued has led him to sidewalk evangelism, missions, soup kitchens, discipling, teaching, and leading his church. He is a husband, father, grandfather, and brother to many.

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WASHINGTON (PRWEB)
September 14, 2022

Samuel Chen announces his return into the publishing scene with the release of “How to Destroy America” (published by Archway Publishing), a book that calls out the misguided policies of Donald Trump’s America and argues that the country’s survival depends on reversing course.

Chen who escaped from China after being forbidden to leave, calls out the folly of Trump’s policies in this book, arguing that in this age of the internet, America needs to flex its muscles on behalf of freedom. He emphasizes that the world is a global village and everyone is interconnected and inseparable. He argues that Trump’s arbitrariness, and arrogance will have inevitably led the United States into decline. He believes that as president, Trump even became friends with rogue countries, emboldening bad behavior from other nations.

“How to save the United States is the responsibility of the American people in later generations. If we fail to learn the lessons of history, the future America will always experience new tyrants and tyranny,” Chen says. He adds, “There is no any thinker or any writer in America who can see the changing world as well as I do.”

When asked what he wants readers to take away from the book, Chen answers, “God wants to test the loyalty of humankind and arranges for a lot of devils and sufferings to appear. In the midst of trouble, we can only maintain faith, hope, love, and joy. May the Lord bless us all.” For more details about the book, please visit https://www.archwaypublishing.com/en/bookstore/bookdetails/823161-how-to-destroy-america

“How to Destroy America”

By Samuel Chen

Hardcover | 6 x 9in | 172 pages | ISBN 9781665719889

Softcover | 6 x 9in | 172 pages | ISBN 9781665719896

E-Book | 172 pages | ISBN 9781665719902

Available at Amazon and Barnes & Noble

About the Author

Samuel Chen lived in Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, China. He worked in Beijing as an interior designer but after participating in the southern streets activities in Guangdong province, the Public Security Bureau put him on a blacklist and forbade him to leave the country. He eventually escaped to Vietnam before fleeing to Europe and then the United States of America. He lives in Washington, D.C.

Simon & Schuster, a company with nearly ninety years of publishing experience, has teamed up with Author Solutions, LLC, the worldwide leader in self-publishing, to create Archway Publishing. With unique resources to support books of all kind, Archway Publishing offers a specialized approach to help every author reach his or her desired audience. For more information, visit archwaypublishing.com or call 844-669-3957.

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First, I want to credit the Lord with giving me the desire to just sit down and put my thoughts on paper.

TEHACHAPI, Calif. (PRWEB)
September 12, 2022

Author Larry Trapp introduces the premier book in his entertaining Christian fictional series, The Harlin Saga Part One: Sara’s Legacy ($16.99, paperback, 9781662858000; $7.99, e-book, 9781662858017).

Part one of Trapp’s Harlin Saga series begins with a story that demonstrates the courage and endurance of a young Mid-Western woman named Sara Harlin. Readers will follow Sara’s journey from leaving her parents who disowned her, to arriving at the silver mining town of Virginia City, Nevada, and then onto the gold stampede of the Alaskan Territory. Danger and hardship are persistent on this trek, but Sara courageously faces the challenges and navigates unbelievable odds to secure her godly legacy. Readers will enjoy every page of this action-packed adventure as Sara enters a new era of America’s past. What will Sara do and how much will she risk to save the life of a newborn baby? How far will she go to fulfill the charge of Matthew 25:40? This book provides a lesson of overcoming challenges and learning a legacy of redemption and Christian heritage at the turn of a new and modern century.

When asked what inspired the author to write this book, Trapp said, “First, I want to credit the Lord with giving me the desire to just sit down and put my thoughts on paper. But there are two things that I am passionate about: fictional literature and historical veracity. In other words, I wanted to write a book, or series of books, that are challenging to Christians, fictional in structure and true to the facts.”

Larry Trapp was born in California and has spent his entire life, other than his service in the U. S. Army, residing less than 50 miles away from his birth city of Bakersfield. Trapp earned a Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Management from the master’s University in Santa Clarita, California. During his 22 years of teaching at Heritage Oak School in his hometown of Tehachapi, he earned a Master of Education from Ashford University. Teaching at a Classical Christian school allowed Trapp to teach both literature and history, along with Bible.

Trapp felt the desire to write so he followed this endeavor to become an author. In doing so, he spent a long period of time formulating and planning his Harlin Saga trilogy. Trapp’s passion is reading literature and history, along with music. He also enjoys playing electric bass guitar in his church’s worship team. He also played bass guitar in a semi-professional Contemporary Christian Band called, “Secondwind.” The band released 3 albums with many original songs written by Trapp or his brother.

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Xulon Press, a division of Salem Media Group, is the world’s largest Christian self-publisher, with more than 15,000 titles published to date. The Harlin Saga Part One: Sara’s Legacy is available online through xulonpress.com/bookstore, amazon.com, and barnesandnoble.com.

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NEW YORK (PRWEB)
September 09, 2022

Tracy Peay, a survivor born into a family of eight in a small town in northern Utah, has completed his new book “I’m Still Here: A Glimpse into My Life as a Drug Addict and My Journey Back through Christ”: a heart-wrenching autobiography about a family devastated by intractable addiction and the author’s own path toward healing and recovery.

The author shares, “This author has been through the valley of the shadow of death. When I chose to use illegal drugs, I lost. I lost my whole family to drugs, except for my dad. I lost my jobs, my marriages, my children; I lost two brothers (from drug overdoses and alcohol poisoning), and my mom died of transverse myelitis all within a six-month period. I lost a nephew a few years later (from a drug overdose).

When you choose illegal drugs, you choose death—death of body and spirit. Your life will look like a battlefield with bodies of your friends and family strewn about. I lost my dignity and self-respect and nearly my own life many times. I thought the only answer to every problem was suicide. If I got arrested, I took pills to try to overdose; if I had a conflict with anyone, I tried to kill myself. Even if I had a toothache, I tried to slit my wrists. I did die several times but was revived. I ran from the law, was arrested, and spent time in jail several times. I lost my apartments and became homeless.

You would think God was not with me during these dark times, but He was. I called on Him many times through prayer, and He was always there. Satan was with me also, and I felt shear evil when I saw Satan face-to-face once. But I also felt unspeakable joy when I saw Jesus Christ face-to-face. It was a hard journey to find Christ, but I read my scriptures, studied, and prayed. Remember, “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me” (Philippians 4:13). And know that you are a “child of God”—a child of a King—and you have royal blood running through your veins. The worth of your soul is great. Jesus Christ is your shepherd, and He goes after lost sheep and brings them back to His fold. He may not come in person to save you, but He will send someone, as he did for me. Nathan, working with the bishop of our church, was the man (my personal angel) who took me off the streets when I was homeless. I will ever be grateful.

I believe ‘I’m Still Here’ because Christ wants me to teach others what I have learned about the destruction that comes to you when you make drugs the center part of your life instead of Christ. I can tell you that the only way back from addiction to drugs is through Jesus Christ.”

Published by Page Publishing, Tracy Peay’s engrossing book is an inspiring true story of perseverance, hope, and faith throughout an extraordinary life journey.

The author’s wish is that his book be used for good. He would like every parent, grandparent, and spouse to have his book in their bookcase to hand out to anyone who is considering doing illegal drugs or wants to come back from addiction. Young kids are making their choice to use drugs and alcohol as young as 9 years old – the age that the author was introduced to drugs. He would like his book to go into jails and prisons and to be used by counselors and in 12-Step programs.

Readers who wish to experience this engaging work can purchase “I’m Still Here: A Glimpse into My Life as a Drug Addict and My Journey Back through Christ” at bookstores everywhere, or online at the Apple iTunes Store, Amazon, Google Play, or Barnes and Noble.

For additional information or media inquiries, contact Page Publishing at 866-315-2708.

About Page Publishing:

Page Publishing is a traditional, full-service publishing house that handles all the intricacies involved in publishing its authors’ books, including distribution in the world’s largest retail outlets and royalty generation. Page Publishing understands that authors should be free to create, not mired in logistics like eBook conversion, establishing wholesale accounts, insurance, shipping, taxes, and so on. Page’s accomplished writers and publishing professionals allow authors to leave behind these complex and time-consuming issues and focus on their passion: writing and creating. Learn more at http://www.pagepublishing.com.

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MEADVILLE, Pa. (PRWEB)
September 08, 2022

“MORE THAN A PSALM: 150 Devotionals from the Book Of Psalms”: an encouraging avenue for daily reflection and prayer. “MORE THAN A PSALM: 150 Devotionals from the Book Of Psalms” is the creation of published author Don Lowe, a retired engineer-manager who lives in Hayden, Idaho, with his wife, Sharon. They have been married forty years and have two children and two grandchildren. Lowe has been a layperson in the church and has filled many roles such as elder, worship leader, children’s director, and financial consultant. His hobbies include golf, skiing, fishing, umpiring girls’ fast-pitch softball, and being a grandpa to his two grandchildren.

Lowe shares, “More Than a Psalm is a collection of devotions compiled over many years. The reader is encouraged to read the psalm referenced first, then the devotion. Many different styles of introductions are used to lay the groundwork for one theme from the psalm. The overarching theme of the book and of Psalms itself is praise to God in song. Each devotion is a single theme the author gleaned from reading and meditating on God’s Word. The introduction to each devotion is created in such a way to capture the attention of the reader with a familiar quote, song title, or event from history. The following is a sample from the devotion entitled ‘Why Do the Wicked Prosper?’

“Open the daily newspaper and all you see is bad news, right? You read articles about how good people are afflicted with trouble and wicked people seemingly prosper in spite of their godless lifestyles. Gangs running rampant; sexual predators on the loose; corporate scandals, but the rich get richer, and the poor get poorer. How can God allow this to happen? Why do the wicked prosper?

“It’s really very simple. If you perceive prospering as fortune, fame, and money, the natural conclusion is the wicked prosper. When you see things the way God does, it’s a much different picture. It’s all about your perspective. Do you have a biblical perspective or a worldly perspective?

“As the book is written by a layperson and not a biblical scholar, the themes are meant to resonate with any reader. If you’ve ever struggled with reading the book of Psalms, this devotional is for you. The simple themes and easy-to-understand language will touch your heart and help guide you through Psalms.”

Published by Christian Faith Publishing, Don Lowe’s new book will aid readers in finding a deeper understanding of Psalms.

Lowe brings an engaging voice to each psalm with personal reflection based on God’s Word.

Consumers can purchase “MORE THAN A PSALM: 150 Devotionals from the Book Of Psalms” at traditional brick & mortar bookstores, or online at Amazon.com, Apple iTunes store, or Barnes and Noble.

For additional information or inquiries about “MORE THAN A PSALM: 150 Devotionals from the Book Of Psalms,” contact the Christian Faith Publishing media department at 866-554-0919.

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