FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF ANNANDALE LIBRARY

The church library consists of about 2,200 books. The largest part deals with religious material, from church history, various versions of the Bible and Bible interpretations, to theological works. There are sections containing reference material, biographies, fiction and several periodicals. The children have their own collection, from religious subjects to pure fun reading. With the exception of the reference material, books can be charged out by church members without an official time limit, but the librarian appreciates the return of the book after a few weeks so other readers can enjoy them too.  We also have some periodicals, mostly of religious nature.

LIBRARY NEWS

FPCA LIBRARY CORNER

This time two new books were added to the library collection, both worth looking at! Love, the Ultimate Apologetic: the Heart of Christian Witness, by Art Lindsley.   Downer Grove, IL: IVP Books, 2008.  (241.4 Li) With verse John 13:35 in mind (“By this all men will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another”), the author explains the persuasive power of Christlike love, a love expressed in commitment, conscience, character, community, and courage, a love that is the center of Christian faith.  Congregations in Transition: a Guide for Analyzing, Assessing, and Adapting in Changing Communities, by Carl S. Dudley and Nancy T. Ammerman.  1st ed.    San Francisco, CA: Jossey-Bass, 2002  (250.21 Du) Authorities on congregational studies and the relationship between congregations and their communities, the authors published this hands-on guide to help congregations meet the challenges of today’s constantly changing church communities.  It is written in an easy-to-follow workbook format, and helps churches to focus on the changing needs of their members.                        Your  Librarian, Marta Strada