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church library

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Betty Burghduff
Church Librarian
281-488-5111, x 132

"Did you hear about the kid who was asked by the teacher, Now, Bobby, tell me where elephants are found , and he replied, Elephants are so big that they are hardly ever lost."

"Maybe not elephants, but smaller things like books and religious publications are often overlooked as a tool to be used for Christian growth. Clear Lake United Methodist Church has one of the finest Church Libraries I have ever been around. I highly recommend that you use it as a tool for growth and enrichment in your personal life."
- Rev.Dillon Laffin

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WHO:
Your Church Library!

WHAT:
A collection of over 16,000 books and other media for adults, youth, and children. Books, video tapes, audio tapes, DVDs, records, pictures, filmstrips, and audio-visual equipment for church school use, are available.

WHY:
For inspiration, education, Bible study, self-help, recreation, crafts, biography, fiction, school projects, United Methodist Women reading program, Summer Reading Club (Pre-school) and just for fun reading.

WHEN:
              Sunday:   8:15am-12:30pm
            Tuesday:   9am-12pm noon
        Wednesday:   9am-12pm noon

             Other Days As Needed!

WHERE:
Just come visit the library in the Elrod building, just off the Fellowship Hall.

HOW:
We operate with an automated database and circulation system. We need you to fill out a PATRON CARD, with your name, address, phone and e-mail, in order to receive a PATRON NUMBER. We ask that you check out every item borrowed, so that we may practice good stewardship of the church's investment in the Library Ministry.

Clear Lake UMC Library is a member of the Church & Synagogue Library Association. Both the National and Local Houston Area Chapter (Charter Member).

♦ CSLA National
♦ CSLA Houston Area Chapter

Our Library received the "National Library of the Year" from CSLA in 1993.

Thank you and God Bless,
Betty B.
Librarian

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Turning Pages: New Books In Your Church Library ::

Turning Pages: New Books In Your Church Library ::

Take Three, by Karen Kingsbury
This is the third novel in this extremely popular author's current series. It is a story of struggles between the glitter of Hollywood fame and family values. The saga of the extended Baxter family continues. In this book the two movie producers have completed their first film. But Chase's fame brings temptation and Keith's daughter is in trouble. Has their fame ruined their families?

So Long, Insecurity, you've been a bad friend to us, by Beth Moore
Beth Moore's newest release is a study of what insecurity does to self-esteem, as women. She explores ways to understand and recover from insecurity.

Christian The Lion, by Anthony (Abe) Bourke and John Rendall
This children's book is based on a true story. Two friends found a lion for sale at the Harrod's department store in London. They rescue him because they felt it was no place for the regal lion to live. They take him home and have a happy life until the lion, Christian, gets too big. They know they must retrain and return Christian to the wild in Africa. When Ace and John return to Africa one year later there is a joyful reunion with their lion friend, Christian.

Her Mother's Hope, by Francine Rivers
Near the turn of the century, a fiery Marta is torn as she leaves Switzerland for England and eventually California, to find a better life than a housekeeper. She finds love and a family, her daughter grows up, Amid the turmoil of WWII the drama between them strains their relationship. The first novel in a two-part series, is the latest release by this well-known author.

Game Plan for Life. Your personal playbook for success, edited by Jo Gibbs
Joe Gibbs, champion football coach and NASCAR champion, gathers a team of men to write about eleven issues facing men today. Contributing authors include Tony Dungy, Randy Alcorn, Don Meredith, Ron Blue, and others.

No Distance Too Far, by Lauraine Snelling
The latest novel that continues this Norweigian immigrant family's history. The family is now in the third generation and the year is 1904. Astrid wants to use her medical skills for God and possibly in mission to Africa. She is called home from her training, and new doors open, including her relationship with the handsome Joshua.

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