Author: Towey, Jim, author.
Published: 2022
Call Number: B TERESA
Format: Books
Summary: "Mother Teresa was one of the most admired women of the 20th century, and her memory continues to inspire charitable work around the world. She believed the greatest need of a human being is to love and be loved. In 1948, she founded the Missionaries of Charity to work directly with the very poorest of Calcutta. From the efforts of one woman entering the slums of Entally, the Missionaries of Charity grew into an organization operating soup kitchens, health clinics, hospices, and shelters in 139 countries, at no cost to any government or to those served. In 2016, she became Saint Teresa of Calcutta. Author Jim Towey had been a high-flying Congressional staffer and lawyer in the 1980s until a brief meeting with Mother Teresa illuminated the emptiness of his life. He began volunteering at one of her soup kitchens and using his legal skills and political connections to help the Missionaries of Charity. When Mother Teresa suggested he take shifts at her AIDS hospice, Towey realized he was all in. Soon, he gave up his job and possessions and became a full-time volunteer for Mother Teresa. He traveled with her frequently, arranged her meetings with politicians, and handled many of her legal affairs. To Love and Be Loved is a firsthand account of Mother Teresa's last years, and the first book ever to detail her dealings with worldly matters. We see her gracefully navigate the opportunities and challenges of leadership, the perils of celebrity, and the humiliations and triumphs of aging. We also catch her indulging in chocolate ice cream, making jokes about mini-skirts, and telling the President of the United States he's wrong. Above all, we see her extraordinary devotion to God and to the very poorest of His children. Mother Teresa taught Towey to be more prayerful, less selfish, more humble, less worldly, more in love with God, and less in love with himself. Her lessons are here for all to share." --
Author: Huff, Andrew G., author.
Published: 2022
Call Number: 616.2
Format: Books
Summary: "The Truth about Wuhan contains new research and a breakdown of how and why the development of COVID-19 in the United States and China was supported by the US government to collect intelligence on laboratories in China. Dr. Huff, an expert in the fields of bioterrorism and bio warfare, is a whistleblower who will show why the reasons the lab leak was covered up are incorrect. He worked on the classified research side of the program as a US government scientist. He knows the real how and why COVID-19 emerged. Besides exposing the conspiracy and cover-up, Dr. Huff also puts forth policy solutions and recommendations to prevent a lab leak virus from plaguing the world again."--
Author: United States. Congress. House. Select Committee to Investigate the January 6th Attack on the United States Capitol, author. Remnick, David, writer of preface. Raskin, Jamin B., writer of epilogue.
Published: 2022
Call Number: 973.933
Format: Books
Summary: "Presents the full text of the Select Committee to Investigate the January 6th Attack on the United States Capitol's report, which addresses the origins of the insurrection, how it was organized and funded and the role of Donald Trump and other high-ranking officials"--
Author: Bowen, Rhys, author. Broyles, Clare, author.
Published: 2022
Call Number: LP F BOWEN
Format: Large print
Summary: "New York Times bestselling author Rhys Bowen, now writing in partnership with her daughter, Clare Broyles, transports and enthralls readers through the incomparable Molly Murphy Sullivan. Wild Irish Rose is the next novel in this beloved mystery series, a cause for celebration for readers and critics alike. New York, 1907: Now that she's no longer a private detective--at least not officially--Molly Murphy Sullivan is looking forward to a time of settled tranquility with friends and family. Back in New York, where her own story began, Molly decides to accompany some friends to Ellis Island to help distribute clothing to those in need. This journey quickly stirs up memories for Molly. When you're far from home and see people from your country, every face looks like a family member. That evening Molly's policeman husband, Daniel, is late returning home. He comes with a tale to tell: there was a murder on Ellis Island that day, and the main suspect is the spitting image of Molly. The circumstances are eerily similar to when Molly herself arrived on Ellis Island, and she can't help but feel a sense of fate. Molly was meant to be there that day so that she can clear this woman's name"--
Author: O'Connor, Carlene, author.
Published: 2022
Call Number: F OCONNOR
Format: Books
Summary: Set in Ireland's striking, rugged countryside, a dark, atmospheric new crime fiction series follows an Irish veterinarian grappling with life, death, family dynamics, and the secrets at the heart of her small community. On a rocky beach in the southwest of Ireland, the body of racehorse owner Jimmy O'Reilly is propped on a boulder, staring sightlessly out to sea. A cryptic message is spelled out in stones next to his body, and a vial of deadly veterinarian medication lies nearby. Detective Inspector Cormac O'Brien is determined to unearth every last secret. Meanwhile Dimpna Wilde returns home to Dingle after years away: her mother is rumored to have been in a relationship with Jimmy; her father's dementia is escalating; and her brother is avoiding her calls. As Dimpna takes over the family horse business, she's in a race with O'Brien to uncover the truth-- no matter how close to home it strikes. -- adapted from jacket
Author: United States. Congress. House. Select Committee to Investigate the January 6th Attack on the United States Capitol.
Published: 2022
Call Number: 973.933
Format: Books
Author: David, Saul, 1966- author.
Published: 2022
Call Number: 940.5426
Format: Books
Summary: "The 'Devil Dogs' of King Company, Third Battalion, 5th Marines--part of the legendary 1st Marine Division--were among the first American troops to take the offensive in World [War] II--and also the last."
Author: Warren, Ariel, editor.
Published: 2022
Call Number: 641.5
Format: Books
Summary: "If you have diabetes, the easiest way to improve your diet and your health is to prepare well-balanced versions of the dishes you already know and love. This cookbook is filled with delicious, easy-to-make recipes that are designed specifically for people with type 2 diabetes, and are packed with the whole foods you need for optimal blood sugar control. What sets this diabetic cookbook apart: Options for every meal--Enjoy 150 tasty recipes, from easy breakfasts to satisfying snacks and healthy weeknight meals. A diabetes lifestyle--Explore a holistic approach to living with diabetes, including an overview of diabetic nutrition as well as tips for exercise, sleep, and more. ADA approved recipes--Cook with confidence, knowing that every recipe in this type 2 diabetes cookbook for beginners follows the American Diabetes Association's recommendation for the diabetic plate." --Back cover.
Author: Scott, Laura, 1961- author.
Published: 2022
Call Number: LP F SCOTT
Format: Large print
Summary: Attacked in her barn just before Christmas, Amish quilter Elizabeth Walton doesn't know why someone wants to harm her. But when gunfire narrowly misses Elizabeth and furniture maker David McKay, the Englischer fears his past has put them both in the crosshairs. David's determined to protect the pretty widow...but is his presence the real danger? Or is there another motive behind the deadly threats?
Author: Johns, Patricia (Romance writer), author.
Published: 2022
Call Number: LP F JOHNS
Format: Large print
Summary: "They're not compatible on paper...but might be the perfect match. Amish bachelor Mose Klassen knows what he needs in a wife--someone quiet and traditional, the exact opposite of Naomi Peachy. His lifelong stutter has made him reserved, but when his childhood friend volunteers as his speaking tutor, Mose can't help but be drawn to the outgoing woman. Naomi's progressive views mean she'll never make his matchmaker's list...but could an unexpected match be his perfect fit?"--back cover.
Author: Bale, Leigh, author.
Published: 2022
Call Number: LP F BALE
Format: Large print
Summary: Four years ago, having a child out of wedlock changed everything for Tessa Miller--including her engagement to Amish farmer Caleb Yoder. Now she's determined to provide a better life for her son--even if it means working for her ex-fiancé. Only spending time with Caleb makes it harder to keep her past a secret. Will revealing the truth lead to forgiveness and a second chance together?
Author: Wright, Pamela Desmond, author.
Published: 2022
Call Number: LP F WRIGHT
Format: Large print
Summary: "What she wants more than anything could also be the most dangerous... After her twin sister's death, Maddie Baum flees to Wisconsin Amish country with her nephew in tow in the hopes of protecting him from his criminal father. Befriending Amish shopkeeper Abram Mueller gives her a glimpse of the happiness she's been yearning for all along. Can she find a fresh start with Abram--or will old sins tear them apart?" --back cover.
Author: McClay, Jocelyn, author.
Published: 2022
Call Number: LP F MCCLAY
Format: Large print
Summary: He's learned from his mistakes...But can he protect her from his past? Miriam Schrock has one rule in her quest for a respectable Amish life--stay away from troublemakers like Aaron Raber. That is, until their employers play matchmaker and Miriam sees a different side to the former rebel. Aaron promises his time with an Englischer gang is behind him. But when his past returns, will protecting Miriam from their threats mean losing her for good?
Author: Scott, Laura, 1961- author.
Published: 2022
Call Number: LP F SCOTT
Format: Large print
Summary: Seeking refuge in Amish country...in order to stay alive. Fleeing to her uncle's home is Shauna McKay's only option after her mother's brutally murdered and the killer's sights set on her. Local sheriff Liam Harland's convinced hiding Shauna in his cousin's Amish community will shield her. But when an Amish woman who looks like Shauna is attacked, it's clear nobody in this peaceful community is safe...unless Liam and Shauna can stop the culprit's murderous plan.
Author: Stef, Jackie, author.
Published: 2022
Call Number: LP F STEF
Format: Large print
Summary: "Their pretend relationship...is becoming all too real. Irrepressible Sadie Stolzfus refuses to wed someone who doesn't understand her. To avoid an arranged marriage, she finds the perfect pretend beau in handsome but heartbroken Isaac Hostettler. Spending time with the unconventional Sadie is helping Isaac avoid matchmaking pressure--and helping him handle a difficult loss. But can they really be sure their convenient courtship isn't the real thing?"--Back cover.
Author: Liggett, Cathy, author.
Published: 2022
Call Number: LP F LIGGETT
Format: Large print
Summary: "Her heart may learn to love again...but can it trust? Running from betrayal, Leah Zook finds purpose caring for the older owner of an Amish horse farm. But when he's injured and his estranged son returns home looking for redemption, Leah's resolve is tested. The mysterious Zach Graber has all the power to fix the run-down farm--and Leah's locked-down heart. But together will they be strong enough to withstand his secret...and hers?"--back cover.
Author: Kertz, Rebecca, author.
Published: 2022
Call Number: LP F KERTZ
Format: Large print
Summary: "She could never marry for love. But what about for a family? Still grieving her beloved fiancé's death, Katie Mast is not interested in finding a new husband--even if the matchmaker believes widower Micah Bontrager and his three children are perfect for her. But Katie's compassion knows no bounds and she agrees to nanny the little ones. Could this arrangement lead to a life--and love--she thought could never exist again?"--Back cover.
Author: Opelt, Amanda Held, author.
Published: 2022
Call Number: 204.42
Format: Books
Summary: "Generations past have embraced a robust array of rituals and customs surrounding death and bereavement. When did we forget how to grieve well? When Amanda Held Opelt suffered a season of loss-including three miscarriages and the death of her grandmother and culminating in the unexpected death of her sister, New York Times bestselling writer Rachel Held Evans-she was faced with sorrow she didn't know to face. And through her career as an international aid worker, she traveled to some of the world's most troubled regions, devastated by war, natural disasters, and disease. In the wake of these losses and exposure to trauma, Opelt struggled to process her grief and accept the reality of her pain and the pain in the world. She also wrestled with some unexpectedly difficult questions: What does it mean to truly grieve and to grieve well? Why is it so hard to move on? Why didn't my faith prepare me for this kind of pain? Does the Bible really speak to the heart of sorrow? What am I supposed to do now? Her search for a way to process her grief led her to seek wisdom about how other people have made it through, and she found that generations past embraced rituals that served as vessels for pain and aided in the process of grieving and healing. Today, many of these traditions have been lost as religious practice declines, cultures amalgamate, death is sanitized, and pain is averted. In this raw and authentic memoir of bereavement, Opelt explores the history of human grief practices and how previous generations have journeyed through periods of suffering. She explores grief rituals and customs from various cultures, including: --the Irish tradition of keening, or wailing in grief, which teaches her that healing can only begin when we dive headfirst into our grief. --the Victorian tradition of post-mortem photographs and how we struggle to recall a loved one as they were. --the Jewish tradition of sitting shiva, which reminds her to rest in the strength of her community even when God feels absent. --the tradition of mourning clothing, which set the bereaved apart in society for a time, allowing them space honor their grief. As Opelt explores each bereavement practice, it allows her to utilize these rituals as a framework for processing their own pain. She shares how, in spite of her doubt and anger, God met her in the midst of sorrow and grieved along with her. This book is a testament to the idea that when we carefully and honestly attend to our losses, we are able to expand our capacity for love, faith, and healing"--
Author: Glenn, Ruth M., author.
Published: 2022
Call Number: B GLENN
Format: Books
Summary: "The raw, uplifting, and unforgettable memoir from the CEO and president of the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence chronicling her personal battle against abuse, violence, and even a murder attempt. Ruth M. Glenn wasn't surprised the first time her husband beat her. She was hurt and disappointed but after a childhood in a broken and violent home, she was not surprised. After all, this was just the way things were, right? It was only after she lay bleeding in a car wash parking lot, after being shot three times by him, that Glenn resolved-if she managed to survive-to spend the rest of her life combating domestic violence. Now, she brings her full story to the forefront with this survivor's tale crossed with a rousing call to action. She reveals her difficult but ultimately rewarding journey from that parking lot to sacrificing everything to obtain her GED, followed by her JD. With her evocative and thoughtful voice, Glenn explores the reasons why men beat and kill women, why women and children are seen as lesser in our society, how to stop victim blaming, and how to demystify domestic violence to stop it once and for all. A memoir of resilience and courage, Everything I Never Dreamed is a necessary book that proves that abuse does not have to define a survivor's entire life"--
Author: Rocco, Giovanni (Law enforcement), author. Schofield, Douglas, author.
Published: 2022 2021
Call Number: 364.106
Format: Books
Summary: Giovanni's Ring is the story of "Giovanni Rocco," a New Jersey police officer, known undercover as "Giovanni Gatto," who was the mysterious agent at the epicenter of Operation Charlie Horse, a federal undercover operation that ultimately brought down ten members and associates of New Jersey's DeCavalcante Mafia family, the criminal organization known as "the real Sopranos." Giovanni spent nearly three years working his way into the DeCavalcante hierarchy. That lethal assignment brought the undercover operation to an end in March 2015, and the resulting string of high-profile arrests eviscerated the criminal organization
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