ashley's book club

I love to read. And I simply wanted to share with you a few of my favorite books - books that have opened my mind to new thinking; books that have brought me into a fuller relationship with Jesus; books by Quaker theologians, a Catholic priest, a Presbyterian Pastor, and more! Some are new; some are classics. Some are readable in one or two hours, while others require deep meditation. Some will challenge you, and some will make you smile at the thought of just how much Jesus loves you. 


My invitation to you is this: While we will not have a monthly “in-person” meeting, I invite you to read along with me as the year goes on. Let’s read together! (And if you DO want to meet, I’m always up for a cup of coffee and a book chat!) 


January

The Only Necessary Thing: Living a Prayerful Life by Henri Nouwen


February

Reading the Bible With Rabbi Jesus by Lois Tverberg


March

Unshakable Hope: Building Our Lives on the Promises of God by Max Lucado


April

The Difficult Words of Jesus by Amy-Jill Levine


May

Life Lessons from a Bad Quaker: A Humble Stumble toward Simplicity and Grace by Brent Bill


June

Suffering: Gospel Hope When Life Doesn’t Make Sense by Paul David Tripp


July

The Epic of Eden: A Christian Entry into the Old Testament by Sandra Richter


August

Forgotten God: Reversing Our Tragic Neglect of the Holy Spirit by Francis Chan


September

The Furious Longing for God by Brennan Manning


October

Imitation of Christ by Thomas A Kemphis


November

Experiencing God: Knowing & Doing the Will of God (2021) by Henry Blackaby & Claude King


December

Liturgy of the Ordinary: Sacred Practices in Everyday Life by Tish Harrington


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