Across So Many Seas
Spanning over 500 years, Pura Belpré Award-winner Ruth Behar’s epic novel tells the stories of four girls from different generations of a Jewish family, many of them forced to leave their countries and start a new life.
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Spanning over 500 years, Pura Belpré Award-winner Ruth Behar’s epic novel tells the stories of four girls from different generations of a Jewish family, many of them forced to leave their countries and start a new life.
Singer-songwriter Ellie Holcomb offers a gentle, stirring EP of songs based on the Psalms
Philosopher Myisha Cherry brings a novel approach to what to do with wrongdoing in our lives and the world.
A hilarious, fresh love story for the over-60 crowd.
As a reader, this month offers the chance for me to learn more about my Hispanic neighbors through the pages of books. Here are four titles that will elevate your reading life.
Pop singer-songwriter Hannah Kerr releases an authentic, 14-song album brimming with God’s love.
From bestselling author Glenys Nellist comes a rhyming, whimsical, faith-building journey through the four seasons—for early readers who love nature and wonder.
A moving picture book biography about chef José Andrés, who, along with his World Central Kitchen organization, is sure to inspire kids to help out in their own communities.
This devotional weaves together Scripture, liturgies, and stories of historical figures to “show women that caring for themselves is the first step toward renewing their souls and tackling the social problems they care most about.”
Helping you and the whole church family understand, nurture, and support those with mental health conditions.
Downcast Souls Expectant Hearts speaks to the heart of the life of faith. The songs remind us that we do not grieve alone, nor do we grieve without hope.
Awaken to the miracle of a soft, resilient heart amid hard realities of life in a fallen world.
The Forge, a new film from the Kendrick Brothers, shows muscular Christian love.
This heartwarming picture book celebrates love, community, and the pop, sizzle, and crunch of a perfect churro—inspired by the author’s relationship with her mother.
A powerful novel about the construction of the Panama Canal, casting light on the unsung people who lived, loved, and labored there
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Get our list of movies, books, and podcasts to check out this month.
The Mixed Media editor weighs in on whether the bestselling book or the multi-Emmy-nominated screen adaptation was better. Her verdict might surprise you.
A mesmerizing tale of historical fiction that follows a deaf former student of Alexander Graham Bell as she learns to reclaim her own authentic voice.
American Idol alum Danny Gokey releases an upbeat new album filled with faith and joy.
Exploring the contours of gender contempt in church practices.
A young captain is humanity’s only hope against a robot revolt.
What happens when a seventh-grader discovers he has superpowers ... and then realizes his life just got super complicated?