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On May 20th, 1927, a momentous event occurred in aviation history. A young, brave man, attempted to fly a dangerous flight that would break all known records at that time. If he succeeded, he would become world famous and a legend…that man was Charles Ginsberg. Instead, he flew four zany entertainers from New York to Burbank…or so he tried. This is the fantastic, tremendous, terrific…okay, let's just say, interesting story of the man who would...

The last witchcraft trial in German-speaking countries was held in 1782 in Eveline Hasler's home canton of Glarus in Switzerland. A servant woman, Anna Goeldin, was accused of having bewitched a child of the physician household in which she worked, making it crippled and spit pins. The accused confessed under torture, was sentenced by the city council and executed. Sources show that the trial provoked great controversy in Europe even at the ti...

This is the story of Fr. Pete Jankowski, a priest of twenty-years who has shared the story of his life through homilies he has preached. In the joys and struggles of his priesthood, Fr. Pet has encountered so many good people that have served as examples of the faith and the inspiration to model that faith within the pages you are about to read. These are not just homilies about gospel messages - these are lived responses to the gospel message...

Young Lady Beverley Murray happily entered the library and immediately collapsed at the sudden shock of discovering her father's dead body. When she regained consciousness, the butler was bending over her and accusing her of murder. Unfortunately, the authorities agreed with the butler and Lady Beverley found herself in the midst of a difficult and emotional battle to prove her innocence. Orphaned and alone, Bevie had nowhere to turn for help ...

In 1882 Colorado, Lydia Ghering has successfully kept her boarding school open during the year following her husband's unexpected death. Self-reliant and determined, Lydia takes pride in her ability to carry on, but her resilience comes at a price. Ethan McKinley is journeying across the country to fulfill his life's ambition of captaining a ship when he finds himself stranded in Colorado foothills after a train wreck. His arrival at Lydia's d...

Sir Gideon, heaven's most reputable guardian angel, professor at the University of Heaven at Paradise, master of the flaming sword, flight instructor, renowned author on the subject of humanity, and decorated veteran of the Demon Wars, has just been assigned a new case. Corey Scott is the insightful boy with the unheard of ability to see and hear his guardian as he grows from childhood into adolescence. The two become close friends, and Gideon...

Falsely accused of a theft he did not commit, Timon suffers the full count of the slave master's whip. As his wounds heal he designs an escape plan. Anchored in the harbor is the Aries, a grain ship that sails for Rome on the morning tide. Stealthily, he boards the Aries to become a runaway slave and a stowaway with a price on his head. As the young slave begins his escape he finds himself in even greater danger. Though he does not know it, he...

Greg Wesko, an aspiring young executive, returns from a soul-searching adventure in the desert Southwest, eager to get on with his dream life - a skyrocketing career in a blue-chip company, a beautiful and loving fiancée, and the admiration of his peers. But as he approaches his apartment, he notices something is terribly wrong. A horrific fire has torn through his building. Greg breaks through the police tape and suddenly finds himself tackle...

Miriam Cahill has spent her entire life caring for others and trying to stay out of her father's way. For reasons she has never understood, his cruelty and abuse have always come down more heavily on her shoulders than those of her three siblings. The most important relationship in Miriam's life is the one she shares with her mother, but Christine Cahill's death changes Miriam's world forever. With her family's support she finds the courage to...

Are you ready for a journey? Roots of Faith is a journey through time and space. The journey begins in ancient pagan Celtic Britain and ends on the bloody civil war battlefields of northern Georgia. You will meet interesting characters along the way … some real and others created to enhance your reading experience. You will discover the evangelistic activities which led to the conversion of pagan Celt. You will experience the terror of battle ...

Hunt and Kim Armistead have a happy marriage, successful careers, a fancy home, and a full bank account. They are missing only one thing - a child. Although Kim feels moved to adopt a baby from China, she is disappointed that Hunt doesn't share her enthusiasm. Instead, her husband is focused on becoming the next district attorney in their Southern town. But after a notorious trial spins his plans out of control, Hunt unexpectedly finds healing...

Brianna has longed for a life with more meaning and more purpose. What truly makes her soul come alive is music, but her life is full of laundry and dishes. One night her life is ripped apart by a fire in her village. With no family, no home, and no food, she must learn to survive on her own. But deep in her soul, anger is kindled against the Holy One for bringing so much pain into her life. Brianna sets off on an adventure that will ultimatel...

Citizens of Carnforth, please give a warm welcome to your royal highness, Princess Elizabeth Marie Afton." Growing up in a 21st century kingdom, Liz's life was proclaimed by the media to be every girl's dream fairy tale. But inside the walls of Carnforth's castle, the 17-year-old princess is about to face a challenge that will threaten to destroy all she holds dear. In the aftermath of a secret discovery, a public announcement is made that wil...

Ryan Collins goes from being a member of a farming commune to becoming a key player in President Eugene Gloss's twisted games. Collins must convince his team, made up of four Christian guys and girls, that he is one of President Gloss's very own private guards. There are eight teams preparing to compete against each other. The problem is that Collins is a Christian, and finds it difficult to do everything expected of him. Although he does not ...

Losing a pet or loved one is traumatic and overwhelming. During a loss, children need a safe place to express how they feel and process emotions. Growing Wings offers the experience of a child's journey in the excitement of making a new friend, and the pain when this loved one leaves for any reason. Kim Crawford helps to normalize emotions and offer meaning to relationships as she concludes, "Now I know that life is full of change and new begi...

Have you ever wanted to ask Jesus a question? Perhaps a question about life in our modern times, rather than 2, 000 years ago? Maybe even a tough question, one that relates to our current problems and difficulties. Wouldn't it be interesting to hear what Jesus might have to say about the struggles we deal with on a daily basis? Or perhaps hear His views on other religions, other value systems, even gay marriage? Have you ever had difficulty wi...

This is an excellent book that comes from the mind of St. Ambrose. It focuses on what happens after death and helps build our faith and confidence in the Lord that Jesus is our resurrection after we die. It teaches us to bow to the Lord and realize that his act on the cross is our bridge to salvation and ever-lasting life!

Reviews and comments from distinguished readers: Pastor Dan Zirkle of Our Finest Hour Church in Broken Arrow, OK is also radio host of the highly respected Our Finest Hour broadcast on OASIS Radio Network. Pastor Zirkle writes: "I have read Harriett Ford's booklet excerpted from Faith Says What God Says. In it, she offers brief meditations and prayers and presents vital healing truths, examples of divine healing, and practical ideas for making...

The story begins with the opening of the Kansas-Nebraska Territory in 1864, and follows a family of pioneers who leave their comfortable farm and neighbors in Illinois to claim a piece of the new territory in what is now southeastern Kansas. The first person account of ten-year-old Arvilla tells of her experiences on the journey and the challenges of settling a new land. Her parents, her sixteen-year-old twin brothers, and baby sister Ann are ...

Female habit carries with it a twofold idea-dress and ornament. By "dress" we mean what they call "womanly gracing, " by "ornament, " what it is suitable should be called "womanly disgracing." The former is accounted (to consist) in gold, and silver, and gems, and garments, the latter in care of the hair, and of the skin, and of those parts of the body which attract the eye. Against the one we lay the charge of ambition, against the other of p...