Library Search
Use the following tips to search the church library:
Title — omit introductory words “the,” “a” and “an.” Example: Heart of Christianity rather than The Heart of Christianity
Author — author’s last name, first name (if known). Example: Borg, Marcus rather than Marcus Borg
Subject — broad inclusive topic(s). Examples: peace, prayer, Matthew, fiction
If your attempt fails, clear the search screen and try a different approach. When you find items you want to use, note their Dewey call numbers. Check out items whenever the library is open.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What’s the purpose of the library?
A: The primary purpose of the Church of Beatitudes Library is to provide resources to help readers:
- Deepen their understandings/ interpretations of scripture
- Increase their faith
- Strengthen their spiritual growth in the Christian tradition
In addition, the library provides resources about non-Christian faiths as well as furnishes recreational reading materials.
Q: What’s in the church library?
A: The library contains a few non print materials plus approximately 2200 books:
- Religion (call numbers 200-299)
- Fiction, poetry, and other literature (call numbers 800-899)
- Philosophy and psychology, social science, language, and other topics
Q: What hours is the library open?
A: Currently the library is open before and after most worship services: Sundays from 8:30 am - 9:00 am and 10:00 am -11:00 am
Q: Must I be a member of Church of the Beatitudes to use the library?
A: No. However, if you wish to borrow materials, you will need to provide your name, address, and phone number.
Q: What is the borrowing period?
A: Patrons may check out materials for four weeks, unless a longer loan period is requested at the time of checkout.
Annual Book Sale
On March 7-8, 2009, Church of the Beatitudes will host its fifth annual book sale. Members and friends of the church community donate books, tapes, videos, and games that are sold at a fraction of their original cost. Proceeds are used to purchase books and non print media for the library.
If you would like to donate materials for the sale, bring them to the library during regularly scheduled hours or to the church office during weekday business hours. Please indicate whether you would like a letter of acknowledgment of your gift for tax purposes.
Volunteers Needed
The library needs additional volunteers for a variety of tasks from helping with the book sale to weekend staffing. If you would like to participate, contact Ann Boal.
Art Exhibits
The library hosts art shows by Beatitudes church members. These exhibits feature watercolors, acrylics, needlework, photography, and fine crafts. Usually the art work is displayed for several weeks and some is for sale. Stop by and have a look.
For Additional Information
These links can provide useful information on many topics. If you need additional information or have a question, contact us at info@beatitudeschurch.org.
Recommendations Archive
For additional book information, download our Recommendation Archives. Adobe Acrobat Reader software required. It's a free download at www.adobe.com.
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May We Recommend.....
May 18
- In Steeplejacking , Sheldon Culver and John Dorhauer discuss how the Christian right is hijacking mainstream religion. (John Dorhauer is newly appointed as Minister for the Southwest Conference of the UCC.) (277.3 Cul)
- Candice Millard tells the true story of Theodore Roosevelt’s darkest journey in The River of Doubt, a previously unmapped tributary of the Amazon in 1913-14. If you’re looking for adventure, you’ll find it here. (918.1 Mil)
- Barbara Wood’s novel, The Blessing Stone, is “a sweeping epic that chronicles the history of the world through the destiny of a mysterious blue stone.” (813 Woo)
- Renegotiating Health Care offers information on ways of resolving conflict to build collaboration in matters related to health care. Its authors are health care leaders representing health policy, management, nursing, medicine, and negotiation-conflict resolution. (362.1 Mar)
May 11
April 27
- James Mulholland talks about prayer using words of great importance to a materialistic society in Praying Like Jesus: The Lord’s Prayer in a Culture of Prosperity. The book gives new meaning to words sometimes spoken as a ritual. (226.9 Mul)
- In Aging Is a Lifelong Affair Ben Weininger and Eva Menkin offer down-to-earth suggestions about living all through one’s life. (155.67 Wei)
- Amish Grace: How Forgiveness Transcended Tragedy explores the profoundly countercultural practice of forgiveness shown by the Nickel Mines, Pennsylvania community after the horrific killing of ten school girls in October 2006. (364.15 Kra)
- Foucault’s Pendulum, a novel by Umberto Eco, “ is a mixture of metaphysical meditation, detective story, computer handbook, introduction to physics and philosophy, historical survey, mathematical puzzle,” and several other things as well. (853.91 Eco)
April 20
- Learn about the possibilities of your ministry as a parishioner. Read “Handshake Ritual: Ministry at the Church Door” in the April 8, 2008 issue of The Christian Century. The author is Martin B. Copenhaver, former pastor at Church of the Beatitudes. (3 pages)
- I’ve Got to Talk to Somebody, God contains Marjorie Holmes’ prayers on topics as diverse as “I was so cross with the children,” ‘keep me at it,” and “the mavericks.” (242.6 Hol)
- Anita Shreve’s novel, The Pilot’s Wife, is the story of a woman who “sets out to learn who her husband really was, whatever that knowledge might cost.” (813 Shr)
- In Character Is Destiny John McCain and Mark Salter provide “inspiring stories every young person should know and every adult should remember.” (170.44 McC)
April 13
- God’s Little Devotional Book for Men offers an inspirational combination of quotes and scriptures to challenge readers to overcome obstacles to becoming the people God created them to be. (242 Boo)
- Harper Lee’s To Kill a Mockingbird is a “tough and tender novel of race, class, justice and the pain of growing up” set in Alabama during the depression. (813 Lee)
- Tracy Kidder won the Pulitzer Prize for Mountains Beyond Mountains, the story of Dr. Paul Farmer’s quest to cure the world of infectious diseases. (610.92 Kid)
- In Life Itself: Abortion in the American Mind Roger Rosenblatt “answers the most bitterly divisive social question of our time.” (363.4 Ros)
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