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Pastor Writes New Devotional Filled with Practical Insights Drawn from Both Scripture and Experience

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“Being led by God to lead for God brings clarity to vision, wisdom to solve problems, and supernatural favor,” said Reiland. “My prayer is that these devotions will help to guide, encourage, and strengthen the reader on a soul level.”


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Pastor Dan Reiland, a long-time church leadership coach, has written “Leadership Alone Isn’t Enough: 40 Devotions to Strengthen Your Soul” to help pastors, church staff, and volunteer leaders gain a deeper and more consistent walk with God.

Reiland has written this devotional to help bring a refreshed faith, wisdom, confidence, and strength to the readers leadership style while building the direct connection between them and God.

“Being led by God to lead for God brings clarity to vision, wisdom to solve problems, and supernatural favor,” said Reiland. “This divine partnership also increases faith, discernment, and conviction. My prayer is that these devotions will help to guide, encourage, and strengthen the reader on a soul level.”

The book contains 40 devotions with insights from biblical passages containing leadership principles. Each is written from Reiland’s personal experience and from decades of coaching leaders. There are 28 devotions based on New Testament scriptures and 12 from the book of Psalms.

“Leadership Alone Isn’t Enough: 40 Devotions to Strengthen Your Soul”

By Dan Reiland

ISBN: 9781664251540 (softcover); 9781664261471 (hardcover); 9781664251533 (electronic)

Available at WestBow Press, Amazon and Barnes & Noble

About the author

Dan Reiland has been a pastor and leader for more than 40 years. He has served as executive pastor for John C. Maxwell and for the past 20 years with Kevin Myers at 12Stone Church in Atlanta, Ga. He has invested in thousands of church leaders through consulting, executive coaching, and his books and blog. Dan and his wife Patti live in a suburb north of Atlanta. To learn more, please visit http://www.danreiland.com.

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X-Bots Robotics Train Boys & Girls Clubs of America Keystone Teen Leaders on STEM Education Program to Impact Toddlers with Mobility Challenges

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A Boys & Girls Clubs of America teen leader reviews the manual while a peer mentor demonstrates how to rewire the electric car that will be given to a toddler with mobility challenges.

A Boys & Girls Clubs of America teen leader reviews the manual while a peer mentor demonstrates how to rewire the electric car that will be given to a toddler with mobility challenges.

“Through the generous support of the PPG Foundation, we’re launching a nationwide expansion of the X-Bots Robotics Mobility Program across Boys & Girls Clubs to bring STEM programming to youth who can explore these disciplines,” said Elisa Avila, Executive Director of X-Bots Robotics Inc.


ANAHEIM, Calif. (PRWEB)

During Boys & Girls Clubs of America‘s National Keystone Conference on July 24 in Anaheim, California, the X-Bots Robotics Inc. trained 100 Keystone Club teen leaders on its X-Bots Robotics Mobility Program presented by PPG to impact toddlers with mobility challenges.

The X-Bots Robotics Mobility Program is a Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) program that partners youth in a Robotics team with participating teens from Boys & Girls Clubs, challenging them to work together to build specially designed physical therapy cars for toddlers with cerebral disorders affecting their body mobility. Together, X-Bots Robotics, the PPG Foundation and Boys & Girls Clubs of America are facilitating an opportunity for hands-on STEM learning for teen participants to put their skills to work to serve families with toddlers who have mobility challenges. The training, held at the National Keystone Conference, will empower Keystone’s teen leaders to return to their hometown communities and Boys & Girls Clubs and encourage local leaders to offer this mobility program.

“The STEM education program gives young people an opportunity to explore possible careers in fields they would not have otherwise learned about,” said Oscar Hernandez, CEO, Boys & Girls Clubs of Whittier. “We want kids and teens to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens and this partnership enables them to plan for the future while giving back and serving others.”

As Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s premiere teen character and leadership program, Keystone brings together young people between the ages of 14-18 to focus on service and leadership through involvement in Keystone Club. This unique leadership development experience provides opportunities for teens to participate in activities in four key focus areas: community service, academic success, career preparation and teen outreach. With the guidance of an adult advisor, Keystone Clubs aim to have a positive impact on members, the Club and community. This year, 1,000 teens gathered in Anaheim to empower one another and their local community.

“Through the generous support of the PPG Foundation, we’re launching a nationwide expansion of the X-Bots Robotics Mobility Program across Boys & Girls Clubs to bring STEM programming to youth who can explore these disciplines,” said Elisa Avila, Executive Director of X-Bots Robotics Inc. “We’re glad that together with Boys & Girls Clubs of America, we can offer this hands-on technical engineering programming that not only develops youths’ leadership skills and inspires them to pursue a career in STEM, but also serves their communities.”

The training prepares youth leaders to become peer mentors at their local Clubs, encouraging kids to apply practical solutions and share immersive lessons in engineering all while having fun. As participating Keystone Conference leaders, all youth have demonstrated exemplary leadership in academic success, career preparation, community service and teen outreach, making them well-positioned to bring back this community service to their Clubs as this training workshop is the first step to national expansion.

National Keystone Conference community service brought by X-Bots Robotics Mobility Program presented by PPG reached an estimated 160 youth (combined X-Bots Robotics teams and Boys & Girls Clubs youth leaders), and youth modified 21 cars for toddlers with mobility challenges. Five additional cars reconfigured in training workshops leading up to the conference were given to physical therapists and occupational therapists, who volunteered, for use at their clinics. There were more than 100 volunteers at the workshop.

The PPG Foundation is supporting X-Bots Robotics in its expanded program of STEM educational opportunities to impact a greater number of students, toddlers, and their families. As a global supplier of paints, coatings, optical products, and specialty materials, PPG recognizes the importance of immersing young people in STEM concepts that are linked to real-world solutions and innovations, such as robotics and mobility technology that may one day redefine solutions for our global society.

“At PPG, we know that education sits at the helm of the innovation that will shape our world for generations to come. Through this partnership, our aim is to open future opportunities to both the students who will find and explore their passions in STEM fields and families who will benefit from the new mobility cars,” said Malesia Dunn, Executive Director, PPG Foundation and Corporate Global Social Responsibility. “In all that we do, we aim to protect and beautify the world. The X-Bots Robotics program reinforces this by fueling future inventors with inspiration and the joy of experimentation and discovery while experiencing the immediate impacts both community service and STEM concepts make in the lives of others.”

The X-Bots Robotics Mobility Program has focused on applying GoBabyGo!, an open-source movement focused on real-time, real-world solutions for mobility, to provide STEM education and leadership opportunities for middle school and high school students. The program is a unique combination of peer-to-peer learning paired with a half-day hands-on workshop that draws in the families and toddlers who benefit from the finished product.

Founded in August 2015, X-Bots Robotics Inc. aims to inspire the next generation of STEM leaders by developing a passion for STEM careers at a young age. The nonprofit organization provides students with a unique opportunity to engage in hands-on technical engineering training that develops their leadership skills to inspire others through outreach efforts. To learn more about the X-Bots Robotics Mobility Program, visit https://www.xbotsrobotics.com/gobabygo.

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Photo caption: A Boys & Girls Clubs of America teen leader reviews the manual while a peer mentor demonstrates how to rewire the electric car that will be given to a toddler with mobility challenges. The X-Bots Robotics Mobility Program, presented by PPG training workshop was held at the Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s National Keystone Conference in Anaheim, CA on Sunday, July 24.

Photo credit: Kimberly Guzman

Top Row: Boys & Girls Clubs of America Senior Executive Teresa Walch with X-Bots Robotics Inc. Executive Director Elisa Avila, BGC of Whittier CEO Oscar Hernandez, and their Director of Programs and Youth Development Frances Contreras pose with teen leaders who completed the reconfiguration of an electric car for a toddler with mobility challenges. The training workshop was offered by X-Bots Robotics Mobility Program, presented by PPG at the BGCA’s National Keystone Conference held on Sunday, July 24.

Photo credit: Kimberly Guzman

Additional photos are available. Please contact Marisol Barrios Perez.

About X-Bots Robotics Inc.

Founded in August 2015, X-Bots Robotics Inc. aims to inspire the next generation of STEM leaders by developing a passion for STEM careers at a young age. We provide students with a unique opportunity to engage in hands-on technical engineering training that develops their leadership skills to inspire others through outreach efforts. Our X-Bots Robotics team members train high school club members from the Boys & Girls Clubs of Whittier | Pico Rivera to help them build characteristics to be great leaders in the future while simultaneously expanding their knowledge of STEM careers. X-Bots has now moved into the Boys & Girls Clubs of Whittier | Pico Rivera facilities and they have become our strategic partner. We’ve expanded our reach by networking with other Robotics teams to work in collaboration with Boys & Girls Clubs in other cities, including high school students with an interest in STEM. Learn more at http://www.xbotsrobotics.com.

About PPG Foundation

PPG’s global community engagement efforts and the PPG Foundation aim to bring color and brightness to PPG communities around the world. We invested $13.3 million in 2021, supporting hundreds of organizations across more than 40 countries. By investing in educational opportunities, we help grow today’s skilled workforce and develop tomorrow’s innovators in fields related to coatings and manufacturing. Plus, we empower PPG employees to multiply their impact for causes that are important to them by supporting their volunteer efforts and charitable giving. Learn more at https://communities.ppg.com/.

About Boys & Girls Clubs of America

For 160 years, Boys & Girls Clubs of America (http://www.BGCA.org) has provided a safe place for kids and teens to learn and grow. Clubs offer caring adult mentors, fun and friendship, and high-impact youth development programs on a daily basis during critical non-school hours. Boys & Girls Clubs programming promotes academic success, good character and leadership, and healthy lifestyles. More than 4,900 Clubs serve over 4.3 million young people through Club membership and community outreach. Clubs are located in cities, towns, public housing and on Native lands throughout the country, and serve military families in BGCA-affiliated Youth Centers on U.S. military installations worldwide. National headquarters are located in Atlanta.

Society: Christianity

Part 1” is an enjoyable collection of poetic works and narratives based on the author’s faith

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MEADVILLE, Pa. (PRWEB)

“Celeste’s Creative Writings: Part 1”: an uplifting message of God’s love delivered via vibrant poetry and other personal writings. “Celeste’s Creative Writings: Part 1” is the creation of published author Celeste Boone.

Boone shares, “my creative writings are God-inspired as well as friend-inspired that I have been working on since I’ve been in child care. Being a teacher to babies up to two year olds as well as a Spanish teacher to all ages; I’m always making up stories and songs, some longer than others. Most of my writings do rhyme. Most of my writings are meant to be serious, but there are a few silly writings and songs included. Most of my poems have history and biblical references to them. Of course, there are romantic poems and a fairy-tale story.

“My writings include poetry, songs, and a story. All three categories have both English and Spanish included in them. My creative writings are meant for all ages, male and female, believers and nonbelievers. They’re also for mothers and fathers, grandparents, and children. The poetry part of my book is broken down into four chapters: preaching/sharing the gospel, educational, holiday, and random things that inspired me. The songs are all Christian-based songs. All my writings have some sort of message to them. With four chapters of poems, three chapters of songs, and one chapter with a story, my creative writings are full of wonders that come from the heart and give hope and encouragement.”

Published by Christian Faith Publishing, Celeste Boone’s new book provides readers an enjoyable opportunity for celebrating one’s faith daily.

Boone shares in hopes of spreading a positive message of God’s love through encouraging poems, songs, and so much more.

Consumers can purchase “Celeste’s Creative Writings: Part 1” at traditional brick & mortar bookstores, or online at Amazon.com, Apple iTunes store, or Barnes and Noble.

For additional information or inquiries about “Celeste’s Creative Writings: Part 1,” contact the Christian Faith Publishing media department at 866-554-0919.

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ATD Aims to Increase Talent Development’s Capability in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion With New Education Offering

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“A common misconception is that DEI is an initiative or program when in fact, to create a lasting impact, it must be fully integrated into an organization’s culture and talent management practices.” — Courtney Vital, vice president of learning at ATD.


ALEXANDRIA, Va. (PRWEB)

The Association for Talent Development (ATD) has launched a DEI in Talent Development Certificate program that is specifically designed for talent development practitioners. It is the first education program of its kind for the L&D profession and those who develop others in the workplace.

Company culture has moved to the forefront of workplace discussions, and DEI is playing a critical role in that conversation. This certificate course explores key themes and concepts around diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and the tools necessary to support DEI in organizations. Talent professionals are in a unique position to foster more inclusive workplaces and ensure all employees are respected and engaged. They can do this by taking a holistic view of organization-wide DEI efforts, connecting these individual efforts to an overall strategy, and aligning leadership around goals and measures of impact. However, one of the most significant barriers to DEI integration is lack of clarity on who should drive efforts and how to execute those efforts in a way that will create meaningful and beneficial change.

The new ATD offering addresses those challenges by providing participants with a personal, professional, and organizational perspective on DEI and strategies to expand their mindset, practices, and influence. The course uses an interactive and practical approach designed to give participants the resources and tools necessary to communicate with key stakeholders and turn strategies into action. ATD modeled inclusivity practices in the development of this unique offering by convening a group of subject matter experts to contribute to the conversation around what a new standard of practice around DEI needed to look like for the talent development profession. This guidance directly informed what’s taught in the course and is aligned to the Cultural Awareness & Inclusion Capability of ATD’s Talent Development Capability Model™. The Capability Model gives talent professionals a blueprint of what they need to know and do to be successful as individual and organizational contributors.

“A common misconception is that DEI is an initiative or program when in fact, to create a lasting impact, it must be fully integrated into an organization’s culture and talent management practices,” said Courtney Vital, vice president of learning at ATD. “We see talent development professionals as uniquely positioned to support, enable, and drive DEI efforts because of their understanding of how people contribute to an organizational ecosystem and the levers of opportunity available to communicate, train, equip, and empower employees toward the goal of creating a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment.”

This new certificate program will help TD professionals:


  • Identify factors that shape identity and culture, including race, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation/identity, age, physical abilities/qualities, and neurodiversity.

  • Discover how cultural norms affect beliefs, values, behaviors, and decisions and their potential impact on workplace dynamics.

  • Demonstrate inclusive leadership skills, including co-creating an environment where diverse perspectives are considered, using storytelling to create safe spaces, and making space for people to be seen, heard, understood, and valued.

Topics covered in this three-day in-person and virtual course include building self-awareness of DEI, exploring cultural dynamics at work, communicating within and across differences, and integrating DEI into the talent development strategy. The DEI in Talent Development Certificate is eligible for 21.0 professional development hours or recertification points from the ATD Certification Institute (ATD CI) for the APTD® or CPTD® credential and has been approved for 21.0 (General) recertification credit hours toward PHR, SPHR, and GPHR recertification through the HR Certification Institute.

Information about the certificate can be found here.

About ATD

ATD is the world’s largest professional membership organization supporting those who develop the knowledge and skills of employees, improve performance, and help achieve results for the organizations they serve. Established in 1943, the association was previously known as the American Society for Training & Development.

ATD’s members come from more than 100 countries and work in public and private organizations in every industry sector. ATD supports talent development professionals who gather locally in volunteer-led US chapters and international member networks and with international strategic partners.

For more information, visit td.org.

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Josef Brisuda’s newly released “I Would Like to Be Unnecessary” is an engaging arrangement of poetic works that examines the day-to-day aspects of life

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MEADVILLE, Pa. (PRWEB)

“I Would Like to Be Unnecessary”: a thought-provoking collection of poetic works. “I Would Like to Be Unnecessary” is the creation of published author Josef Brisuda, a native of the Czech Republic who has been living in the United States for over thirty years.

Brisuda shares, “This book is about how you use common sense in every day of your life. That is what God is expecting from us, and that is what is absolutely necessary to live happily every day in our lives. Please don’t be afraid to use common sense. It is the second-best gift from God after love. I thank you all.”

Published by Christian Faith Publishing, Josef Brisuda’s new book explores a variety of themes and motivates readers to look closely at all God has provided.

Brisuda brings readers an enjoyable collection of poems in hopes of encouraging and promoting strong relationships and determined faith.

Consumers can purchase “I Would Like to Be Unnecessary” at traditional brick & mortar bookstores, or online at Amazon.com, Apple iTunes store, or Barnes and Noble.

For additional information or inquiries about “I Would Like to Be Unnecessary,” contact the Christian Faith Publishing media department at 866-554-0919.

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Launching into Your New Season” is an encouraging message of hope for those feeling stagnant

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MEADVILLE, Pa. (PRWEB)

“Leaving the Place Called Stuck: Launching into Your New Season”: an encouraging discussion of how one can break the cycle and find a path forward. “Leaving the Place Called Stuck: Launching into Your New Season” is the creation of published author Dr. April Griseta, a Doctor of Ministry who holds a license to practice mental health counseling. Dr. Griseta copastors New and Lively Hope Ministries with her husband, Joe, and is a sought-out national conference speaker and hosts the popular show “Bounce Back” on Christian Television Network. She also holds advanced degrees in divinity, theology, and counseling.

Dr. Griseta shares, “Are you stuck in your life journey and want to move forward? Do you want to learn why you are stuck and how to get out?

“Come and explore the following:

  • The whys of procrastination

  • The secondary gains for staying in stuck

  • The forces of darkness thwarting your destiny

  • The spiritual paralysis binding you

  • The ungodly mindsets entrapping you

“Leaving the Place Called Stuck is a book to awaken the bride of Christ out of her slumber. In this new awakening, she will be propelled into her God-given destiny.”

Published by Christian Faith Publishing, Dr. April Griseta’s new book offers a message of empowerment for those in need of guidance to overcome spiritual or personal stagnation.

Dr. Griseta shares in hopes of reaching those in need of encouragement and spiritual motivation to aid them in overcoming life’s hurdles.

Consumers can purchase “Leaving the Place Called Stuck: Launching into Your New Season” at traditional brick & mortar bookstores, or online at Amazon.com, Apple iTunes store, or Barnes and Noble.

For additional information or inquiries about “Leaving the Place Called Stuck: Launching into Your New Season,” contact the Christian Faith Publishing media department at 866-554-0919.

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United Methodist Communications to Host Podcast-a-thon on August 2, 2022

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The 2022 United Methodist Podcast-a-Thon will be August 2 on the ResourceUMC Facebook page.

The 2022 United Methodist Podcast-a-Thon will be August 2 on the ResourceUMC Facebook page.

Our hope with the Podcast-a-thon is to build some awareness around these independent voices and build a sense of connection and community amongst our podcast creators and our audiences,” says the Rev. Ryan Dunn, Minister of Online Engagement.


NASHVILLE, Tenn. (PRWEB)

United Methodist Communications has announced plans for the inaugural United Methodist Podcast-a-thon event to take place on August 2, 2022.

The day-long event will showcase eight podcasts from the United Methodist general agencies delivered via Facebook Live on the ResourceUMC Facebook page.

“One of the wonderful aspects of podcasting relates to the independence of the medium: anybody can start and build a podcast. Because of this independence, we have a diversity of United Methodist-related voices and topics in podcasting that have all sprung up organically,” says the Rev. Ryan Dunn, Minister of Online Engagement, who hosts two of the podcasts. “Our hope with the Podcast-a-thon is to build some awareness around these independent voices and build a sense of connection and community amongst our podcast creators and our audiences.”

The schedule for the day features podcasts designed to inspire your faith and strengthen leadership (all times in Central Time Zone):


  • 10 AM: Pastoring in the Digital Parish (United Methodist Communications) – Creating contemplative community online

  • 11 AM: Get Your Spirit in Shape (United Methodist Communications) – Talking ministry with men with Greg Arnold

  • 12 PM: Faith Talks (United Women in Faith) – A conversation with United Women in Faith

  • 1 PM: MyCom Church Marketing (United Methodist Communications) – How We Work – Tik Tok with Piper Ramsey-Sumner

  • 2 PM: Un-Tied Methodism (General Commission on Archives and History) – Exploring the roots of The United Methodist Church

  • 3 PM: Voices from the Field (United Women in Faith) – Our giving at work in the world

  • 4 PM: Church is Changing (Discipleship Ministries) – Host Paul Nixon explores digital church with Justin Cason

  • 5 PM: Compass (United Methodist Communications) – The church, the state, and the label of “Christian”


(times/podcasts subject to change)

“The topics for the day are varied. We’ll have episodes on monastic digital communities, United Methodist history, insight for church leadership, and wariness of the label ‘Christian’ in today’s culture,” said Dunn. “Each podcast has its unique niche and flavor. So the Podcast-a-thon offers an assortment of ideas and expressions, but there’s also a sense of unity in working towards the goal of being a better church and growing in our faith. It’s a cool analogy for what we seek to do as United Methodists.”

More information can be found at ResourceUMC.org/pocdast-a-thon. Attendees can also set a reminder for themselves via a Facebook event page.

The event’s location, Facebook.com/ResourceUMC, is the social media profile companion to ResourceUMC.org – a centralized portal to equip United Methodist leaders with helpful information and tools from the official agencies and across the connection.

About United Methodist Communications

As the communications agency for The United Methodist Church, United Methodist Communications seeks to increase awareness and visibility of the denomination in communities and nations around the globe. United Methodist Communications also offers services, tools, and resources for communications ministry. Discover more about the agency at Resourceumc.org/Communications. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram.

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Living Life Fully Knowing that the Holy Spirit Lives in You” is an engaging message of strength and healing through faith

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MEADVILLE, Pa. (PRWEB)

“Dwell: Living Life Fully Knowing that the Holy Spirit Lives in You”: a heartfelt message of encouragement and hope for living freely in faith. “Dwell: Living Life Fully Knowing that the Holy Spirit Lives in You” is the creation of published author Erica N. Bryant, a dedicated wife and loving mother who is the president and founder of Sparrow’s Song Ministries. Bryant is a passionate advocate for literacy and serves her community as an elementary school educator.

Bryant shares, “‘Anxiety, fear, and depression plague God’s children in ways that keep us bound to the things from which Christ has set us free.’

“But there is an overflow well of healing, hope, joy, and peace that emanates from living in the light of this truth—you are the temple of the Holy Spirit.

“In Dwell, Erica shares her own experiences of overcoming childhood trauma and rejection by discovering the reality of the indwelling Holy Spirit.

“Through biblical truth and honest transparency, Dwell reaches in to honestly examine how the Holy Spirit leads us to living a full, free life. Dwell will help you

  • if you have ever experienced the pain of rejection and loneliness;

  • if you know that God has a plan for your future, but life’s circumstances seem to continually hinder your progress;

  • if you have experienced unexpected pain and disappointment and need encouragement to continue on; and

  • if you seek to understand more about the role and ministry of the Holy Spirit.

“In Dwell, you will go on a journey to healing and wholeness, knowing that the Holy Spirit lives within you.”

Published by Christian Faith Publishing, Erica N. Bryant’s new book is an uplifting message of God’s love as reflected through one’s connection with the Holy Spirit.

Bryant shares in hopes of nurturing others on their journey to wholeness and freedom through faith.

Consumers can purchase “Dwell: Living Life Fully Knowing that the Holy Spirit Lives in You” at traditional brick & mortar bookstores, or online at Amazon.com, Apple iTunes store, or Barnes and Noble.

For additional information or inquiries about “Dwell: Living Life Fully Knowing that the Holy Spirit Lives in You,” contact the Christian Faith Publishing media department at 866-554-0919.

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An Enthralling and Relatable Autobiography

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I hope my book will inspire others to live more cautiously and to listen to that little inner-voice they hear that may keep them safe – the voice of God! I used excerpts from prayer journals and daily writings to give context and shape to my story, which I feel must be shared!


FAIRFIELD, Calif. (PRWEB)

Author Rachel E. Ford, ThM, shares compelling autobiographical accounts from her life in My Journey with God: A Twisting, Turning Tale of Tragedy and Triumph! ($16.49, paperback, 9781662852046; $7.99, e-book, 9781662852053).

Ford survived many episodes of trauma and tragedy, coming through each experience stronger than she ever imagined. The situations that she encountered, some she describes as miracles of God, allowed Ford to move forward on her journey with God. She shares how God’s strength and guidance brought her through the emotional trauma of two sexual assaults, her role as a firefighter and her experiences in the Unites States Air Force (USAF). She shares the emotional story of when her younger son survived a life-threatening situation through what Ford refers to as “a miracle of God.” Equally powerful is her retelling of experiencing an armed robbery while dining out with her husband and friends. This tragic incident involved the shooting of their friend as he bravely fought to save them. Ford says of herself, “Wherever I have been, wherever I may go – God will lead me in the right direction if I can but listen for His whispers.”

“The tragedy I have experienced was mostly preventable,” said Ford. “I hope my book will inspire others to live more cautiously and to listen to that little inner-voice they hear that may keep them safe – the voice of God! I used excerpts from prayer journals and daily writings to give context and shape to my story, which I feel must be shared!”

Rachel E. Ford belongs to a multi-generational, multi-racial and multi-faith family of people who identify straight or gay or choose not to identify, members with a variety of diagnoses, abilities and educational levels. Since age six, when she was Baptized along with her four siblings, she has been led by God, through triumph and tragedy. She considers God, her rock and her strength. She is elated to share this book with all readers.

After Ford retired from 30+ years in Social Services, she received her bachelor and master’s degrees and Ordination from a small non-denominational Church. She provided a ministry of free counseling throughout the pandemic. She currently is the owner/operator of an online coaching, counseling and wellness training practice called Radiant Journey to Wellness. For more information, visit radiantjourneytowellness.com.

Her immediate and large extended family is her greatest joy in addition to serving God through Church and her practice. She is a gifted seamstress and quilter. She finds legislative advocacy enthralling and it rewarded her with a Joint Resolution from CA Senate & CA Assembly.

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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. My Journey with God: A Twisting, Turning Tale of Tragedy and Triumph! is available online through xulonpress.com/bookstore, amazon.com, and barnesandnoble.com.

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How Do You Show God’s Love to Those Marginalized by Typical Religion?

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This book was written for those who have a difficult time valuing themselves or even feeling as if God values them. The targeted audience is LGBTQ community, spiritualists, those incarcerated as well as returning citizens, and the religious community


BUFFALO, N.Y. (PRWEB)

Author Denise Flippen is ready to take on love in the real world through Ready Aim Fire ($28.99, paperback, 9781545606605; $9.99, e-book, 9781545606612).

Raised under teachings of spiritual legalism, Flippen had an insecure relationship with herself and with God. She is now dedicated to teaching others how to accept and express the love of God in many controversial areas of society.

“This book was written for those who have a difficult time valuing themselves or even feeling as if God values them. The targeted audience is LGBTQ community, spiritualists, those incarcerated as well as returning citizens, and the religious community,” said Flippen.

Denise Flippen spent her early career in healthcare, serving medically fragile children and their families. She now works full-time as an expression of God’s love as FlippenFaith across social media networks.

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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. Ready Aim Fire is available online through xulonpress.com/bookstore, amazon.com, and barnesandnoble.com.

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