Japanese director Hirokazu Kore-eda invites viewers into the lives of this “family” of shoplifters.
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Banner reader George Kroeze submitted his review of this book about the science of determining the age of the Earth.
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Dave Pittman offers a soulful, upbeat sound on his sophomore release, Different Kind of Love.
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Roma is an intimate look at daily life and the often unnoticed people who make it happen.
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This month PBS stations will be airing the documentary Backs against the Wall: The Howard Thurman Story, which tells the story of Thurman, the American theologian who deeply influenced the black church and Civil Rights Movement in the U.S.
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Great picture books will help acquaint the children you love with heroes of black history.
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In this thought-provoking novel, juvenile readers witness the trials and triumphs of a girl who chooses to do what is right, no matter the cost.
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Are some people predisposed to kindness? Is kindness learned?
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In sparse, rhyming verse, author Carole Boston Weatherford relates for children the story of John Newton’s life and why he wrote the renowned hymn “Amazing Grace.”
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Dumplin’ endears while it explores body image, loyalty, grief, and tricky mother-daughter relationships.
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This picture book highlights the glory and goodness of God’s creation and the love Saint Francis poured out on all creatures.
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The burden of guilt and shame caused Sokolov to carry his story of being the “tattooist of Auschwitz” in secrecy for 50 years.
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In this accessible, inspiring book, author John Ortberg contrasts two ways of thinking about Jesus’ gospel.
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Monsters and Men is a small indie film that tries to dig deep into big topics.
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Millennials may find this album resonates with the common challenges of their generation, particularly around authenticity and love.
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Khang boldly unfolds how having no space to speak is not only a justice issue but a limitation on what it is to experience the fullness of imago Dei—being an image-bearer of God.
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This captivating juvenile novel shows that ordinary people who aren’t making the headlines, many young girls among them, are nevertheless changing the world for the better.
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An interview with VeggieTales co-creator Phil Vischer.
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We asked our reviewers to offer their five favorite titles of 2018 in a number of categories.
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We asked our reviewers to offer their five favorite titles of 2018 in a number of categories.
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In this fast-paced, adventurous, and thought-provoking juvenile novel, author Lauren Wolk has created memorable, complex characters.
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We asked our reviewers to offer their five favorite titles of 2018 in a number of categories.
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We asked our reviewers to offer their five favorite titles of 2018 in a number of categories.