Rosanna of the Amish: The Restored Text

Joseph W. Yoder’s thrilling narrative of an Irish Catholic baby girl brought up by an Amish woman, represents the beginnings of Mennonite literature in America. In this new edition, the original 1940 text is restored, and the classic book is placed in its cultural and historical context with a critical introduction by Julia Spicher Kasdorf.

“A historical gem. Amish-grown Joseph W. Yoder offers an intriguing and intimate glimpse into late 19th-century life in Pennsylvania.”—Donald B. Kraybill, author, The Amish: Why They Enchant Us Paper, 358 pages, 978-0-8361-9408-1: $15.99

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Hope and Nonviolent Action in a Palestinian Village In this sequel to Hebron Journal, Art Gish graphically documents the everyday struggles of Palestinians living in the midst of conflict with Israel. With a sense of hope, he also considers the possibilities for reconciliation between Palestinians and Israelis. Paper, 300 pages, 978-0-8361-9406-7: $17.99

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via the Internet) the course right to the church. ese programs are ideal for Christian bookstores that deal in e-commerce. Bookstores always get a 40% discount regardless of how the churches order the materials.”

“Dive In! to God’s saving Word with an exciting journey to the ocean!” wrote Northwestern Publishing House’s Mark Buske of their 2009 VBS program. “ ese biblically sound, completely adaptable, high-quality materials help students make visual connections to the Bible lessons. Interactive activities, theme-related cra s, and fun music help leaders make the most of this ve-day program

Bogard Press Director of Promotions Steve Reeves emphasized the publisher’s slogan, “Always true to the Word,” when he described their new VBS product: “As with all our curriculum, our VBS places high emphasis on the Bible stories and salvation. Every child receives a set of inexpensive, colorful lesson lea ets (one per day) during class time. A tour of the Holy Land to study about Jesus’ life will appeal to children, teens and adult workers. Getting a Passport is always exciting. We only use the KJV.” “A Tiny Adventure is the only truly bilingual program available,” stated Editorial Concordia’s Florencia Fau-Pieske. “You need to buy only one program, not two separately ones (in Spanish and in English). It’s also an ideal program for churches doing mission trips to Spanish-speaking countries or evangelism events.”

Group Publishing’s Shannon Velasquez called their program, Crocodile Dock, the “easy” VBS. She said, “ Directing your best-ever VBS is easy with Group’s new Ultimate Director Go-To Guide. It’s your step-by-step resource center, record keeper, idea holder, and the one place you’ll store all your important information. is will change the way your customers do VBS.”

Judy ole, senior project manager, education, at Augsburg Fortress, said of their Discovery Canyon VBS 2009: “Each Day in Discovery Canyon, VBS kids are introduced to a daily Bible story and Bible memory verse. A canyon critter has been researched and purposefully linked to each daily Bible Story, based on either its looks, behavior, or sound. Discovery Canyon uses many American Sign Language signs.”

“Everyone needs to know about Jesus’ love—but even more, they need to know what that means in everyday life,” reminded Sheryl Haystead, senior managing editor, children’s curriculum/VBS/resources at Gospel Light Publications. “SonRock Kids Camp VBS will help children understand that because of His great love for us Jesus is the true source of their acceptance, security, and signi cance. He is the rock upon which we can build our lives! In today’s world, that’s a foundation everyone needs. is year, there are SonRock youth and adult courses, so the whole church can watch how the disciple Peter learned to live his life for Jesus. e cool camp cra s, easy camp decorating and amped up music and skits will keep everyone involved.”

Of course, these are just a few of the fabulous VBS programs available this-coming year. Please study the accompanying 2009 VBS Chart to learn more about many of the exciting new products for vacation Bible school kids and adults! R+R

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