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Even at the Grave
One funeral at a time. That's how Lisa Saunders tells her story of being a priest, wife, and mother. An Episcopal priest for over thirty years, officiating at funerals became the defining and most compelling work of her career. Through burials she writes about her marriage and struggle to be a working mother, making peace with tragedy, and understanding suicide and mental illness. She grapples with the effects of racism--including her own--and learns from those with the courage and verve to grow old with gusto. From burying eight horses destroyed in a fire, to AIDS victims abandoned by their families, and an 82-year-old woman who was cared for in her final years by the birth mother of her adopted son, Lisa discovered generosity and grace, even at the grave. This is not a sad memoir. It might make you cry, but you will laugh out loud too. You will meet a lot of people at their best and at their last, you will be the better for it.
The P is Silent
I dare you. Those are the words Lisa Saunders hears every time she preaches. I dare you to say anything relevant to my weights and worries. I dare you to help me breathe, hope, change, forgive, or love. She aims for a sermon that goes down like a cup of cool water for the parched and a cup of joe for the dispirited, and when she is finished, to leave her listeners close to wishing she wasn't. So the "p" in preach has to be silent. Whether you are familiar with Jesus' story or fuzzy on it, you are sure to notice something new or something old in a new way. Though it flows as easily as a beach read, this book dives into some of life's deepest wonderings. It dares to reach you.
How to Get Published
This guide is meant to be a starting point for you—it is based entirely on what has worked for the author, Lisa Saunders. Lisa shares her experiences getting published and how her writing hobby eventually led to a professional career as a writer. She will also briefly address the publishing process associated with short stories, non-fiction, children’s fiction and memoirs. Although she has never written an adult novel, many of the principles still apply. Self-publishing is an increasingly popular alternative, so she will discuss that option as well—especially since print-on-demand books can now cost nothing to produce. Self-publishing can sometimes lead to landing a traditional publisher.
The JoyFull Journey
The JoyFull Journey is an intimate, prophetic devotional written in the voice of God the Shepherd appealing to the hearts of his sons and daughters to "come away" with Him. What awaits is a journey that carefully unfolds as He leads his sheep through the valley to a place of full joy. The devotional calls on the reader to dig deep, and confront the emotional baggage that may be preventing them from growing closer to the Lord. By trusting him in the hard places, the reader emerges with a greater sense of trust in Father God - having encountered Him in a real and personal way.
Ride a Horse Not an Elevator
A test of young courage. Lisa is a chubby city girl searching for friendship and excitement. She leaves home, and the elevators and bullies of a big apartment complex, to spend a summer in the country at her grandparents' farm. Culture shock! Accompanied only by her loyal beagle, Donald Dog, Lisa faces a summer in a very different environment with its own challenges and dangers. Using an outhouse is the least of her problems! She is terrified of her new pony. Lisa's grandfather is injured by a charging cow and needs her to ride the pony to get help. Book includes Study Guide, Workshop for aspiring writers, and sample horse facts and worksheets from Cornell University's "Horse Book in a Bucket" Program.
After the Loss of a Spouse
Anyone who loves a romantic history lesson will be intrigued by this book. Lisa Saunders delves into the personal stories of 18 historical figures to see how their lives unfold after the loss of their spouse. Between the covers of this book is some great storytelling. Though many things have changed since the days of Henry VIII, the human emotions of love and loss have a timelessness that touches our hearts. She covers Norman Rockwell, Milton Hershey, Mark Twain, Julia Child, Katharine Graham, and many others.
Anything But a Dog!
"Lisa Saunders says 'no' to her daughter Jackie's pleas for a dog, fearing it will be too rambunctious around Jackie's disabled sister Elizabeth. But she does make her a promise she thinks will never come to pass: 'If God brings a dog to our door, then you can have it.' In the meantime, the family wrestles with a series of dysfunctional pets: a flesh-eating hamster, an attack cat, killer ants and a very stinky rabbit. Then one day, the unexpected happens. A shivering, dirty puppy shows up at their door. But is this dog really Heaven-sent?"--P. [4] of cover.
Surviving Loss
This booklet, a grandfather's touching fairy tale, is illustrated with heart-felt simplicity. It's a story that soothes the aching hearts of children and adults alike, as it reveals the process of healing after the death of a loved one. The afterward, written by a psychotherapist, seeks to help individuals understand the grieving process so they can return to a life with purpose and meaning. Further insight is provided by a mother who lost her 16-year-old daughter. She shares the ways in which she is trying to move forward to honor the memory of her child. This message of hope enables readers to begin speaking of their own losses, whether by discussing the fairytale or identifying with the mother's experience. The portion on understanding and coping with the natural process of grief gives individuals tools for healing. Surviving Loss: A Woodcutter's Tale is ideal for anyone who has experienced loss and provides professionals with an invaluable resource for assisting the bereaved.
The Blessing of a Ginkgo Tree
Here are 135 engaging and inspiring meditations chosen from cherished weekly devotions by the clergy of Christ Episcopal Church in Charlotte, North Carolina, originally written as e-devotions emailed each Wednesday to the entire congregation. Subjects range from everyday blessings like the brilliant ginkgo tree in the churchyard to the joys and challenges of Christian living. Full of wisdom, these devotions provide a window on the life of a vibrant Episcopal parish, moments of grace, and glimpses of the eternal.
A Daughter of the King
Have you ever thought about how you will be remembered? As women who believe in Jesus as God's Son and who follow His teachings, we have the promise of being remembered as daughters of the Most High King. We are adopted coheirs, with Jesus, as children of God--royal members of His kingdom. A Daughter of the King offers a way for you to begin a journey that explores your place as a woman in this kingdom. It examines how you are adopted into this royal family and what your duties are as a member--including how you present yourself to the world and how you treat others. It also considers how you should expect to be treated by others and what the price of this adoption may be. As part of an interactive learning experience, you'll compare being a royal member of God's kingdom to being a part of the British monarchy and receive, upon completion, a crown of faith, a token of your commitment as a daughter of the King. Intended for women at every stage of their lives, this Bible study discusses women's special place in God's kingdom as members of a royal family and followers of Christ.
