Books published by publisher Herald Press (VA)

<p>Sarah Troyer&rsquo;s Amish childhood would be peaceful and calm&mdash;except her mother is ill and their hired girl, Sadie Zook, treats her unfairly. When her parents go to Arizona to see whether the climate helps her mother get better, Sarah tries to be brave and strong. Things begin looking up when a new hired girl takes Sadie&rsquo;s place, but then two tragedies hit Sarah&rsquo;s family and threaten to overwhelm her trust in God. Will grief and resentment win the day, or will Sarah find her way to a new place of hope and love? <b>Book 7 in the Ellie&rsquo;s People series</b>.</p><p>The books of the Ellie&rsquo;s People series, beloved classics among young and old readers in Amish and Mennonite communities, are now available for today’s reader. Author Mary Christner Borntrager grew up Amish and based her novels on events and experiences from her childhood. Fans of Laura Ingalls Wilder&rsquo;s Little House series will love the spunky main characters and old fashioned communities of the Ellie&rsquo;s People series.</p><p><strong>What’s new in the Ellie’s People series:</strong></p><ul><li>Pennsylvania Dutch glossary at the end of each book</li><li>A sample chapter from the next book in the series</li><li>Language and examples updated for today’s readers</li></ul></p>

Preacher Peter is wakened by strange noises on the roof. To his dismay he finds there are young men destroying his hatch. As a Mennonite minister he believes in the way of peace, so instead of calling the authorities or shouting threats, Peter and his wife invite the young men in for a midnight meal. Their act of kindness brings unexpected results.Peter is not alone in this collection of true stories. Each tells of returning love for hate, good for evil. Written for elementary age children (but of interest to teens and adults), Elizabeth H. Bauman shares 17 true stories of men and women from various times and countries who showed the universal power of Christian love.

<p>Polly Miller doesn’t want to move to Texas. No other Amish families live in Lone Prairie, and Polly loves her family and friends in Ohio. But her father&rsquo;s mind is made up. As Polly settles into her new life, she gains a non-Amish friend, Rose Ann, who shares her dresses and makeup with Polly. She also earns the attention of a young hired hand named Tom, who takes her to a rodeo and tells her how pretty she is. Will Polly commit herself to God by following her family&rsquo;s Amish ways, or will a budding Texas romance set her feet on a different path altogether? Ages 10 and up.</p><p><strong>Book 5 of the Ellie&rsquo;s People: An Amish Family Saga series. Ages 10 and up.</strong></p><p>The books of the Ellie&rsquo;s People series, beloved classics among young and old readers in Amish and Mennonite communities, are now available for today&rsquo;s reader. Author Mary Christner Borntrager grew up Amish and based her novels on events in her Amish childhood. Fans of Laura Ingalls Wilder&rsquo;s Little House on the Prairie series will love learning to know spunky Ellie and her friends and family.</p><p><strong>What’s new in the Ellie’s People series:</strong></p><ul><li>Pennsylvania Dutch glossary at the end of each book</li><li>A sample chapter from the next book in the series</li><li>Language and examples updated for today’s readers</li></ul></p>

Walk in Peace reflects the wish of parents around the globe as they send their little ones off to school, to play, to do chores, to encounter an unfamiliar world. Moms and Dads assure their children of God's love and protection, reminding them to Walk in Peace. In her follow-up to the well-received Sleep in Peace, Ingrid Hess combines her unique and warm-hearted illustrations with a touching book-length poem that voices a prayer for children everywhere: God watches them as they venture into the world. For pre-schoolers.

<p>Timna is the wife of Shem, one of Noah&rsquo;s sons. As this story by Lucille Travis for 9-to-14-year-olds open, the family has loaded the ark with animals and supplies as God has ordered, and they are ready to shut the doors. Soon the Flood will begin. Along with two enchanting and mischievous dogs named Thief and Mangy, Timna seals herself into the ark. She doesn&rsquo;t know what to expect, only that she is obeying&mdash;and trusting&mdash;God.</p><p>&ldquo;<i>Timna</i> is a juvenile chapter book about the wife of Shem, son of Noah, and her fears and struggles with belief in God while floating in the Ark for 40 days and nights. <i>Timna</i> will appeal to teenage and tween-age female readers especially, with its explorations of the role of women in Biblical times and early Hebrew culture. The breathless wonder of beholding the promise of God in the rainbow after the terrible Flood is unforgettable, and the reality of attention to daily details in animal husbandry is also well grounded. <i>Timna</i> is an excellent resource fiction narrative for juvenile readers of faith literature.&rdquo;&mdash;<i>Children&rsquo;s Bookwatch</i></p>

Amish teenager Reuben Weaver wants to do the right thing; it's just that when he and his friends are together, the temptation to follow their mischievous schemes and try to prove himself can be strong. Reuben, the great-great-grandson of Ellie Maust, whom readers came to love in book 1 of Ellie's People, treasures his Amish way of life and tries to use good sense, but he tests his parents patience with fights in the schoolyard and dares involving stilts and barbed wire. When Reuben gets his dream horse, Princess, he is the envy of all his friends. When Reuben agrees to a dare to prove how fast his horse can run, tragedy erupts. Pride may go before a fall, but can any good happen when you pick yourself up?

<p>&ldquo;Erasmus laid the egg that Luther hatched,&rdquo; is what the people said. And that made Gerhard Koestler smile. He knew that Erasmus had influenced Luther's thinking. He also believed both men were trying to serve God according to the Scriptures. Gerhard lived in Germany in the 1500s. After a series of adventures and narrow escapes, Gerhard arrived in Basel, Switzerland, where he was able to live in the same house as Erasmus. Although Erasmus&rsquo; enemies accused him of agreeing with Martin Luther, Erasmus said that the Bible was his guide.</p>

The Anabaptists are a small group of Christians who believe that everyone is a priest and should be able to study the Bible. They refuse to baptize their babies, and instead baptize adults on a confession of faith in Christ. Because of these heretical acts they are persecuted and sometimes put in prison. Richard lives in Germany and is caught up with the Anabaptists when his cousin Otto shows up seeking refuge. Richard needs help to hide Otto, but can he trust his friend Trudi? Her father hates the Anabaptists and wants to get rid of the whole movement! Join Richard as he helps his family, runs from guards, meets the legendary Menno Simons, and decides for himself whether he too wants to join the secret church.

<p>This story is told through the eyes of Bettje and Jan, children of Menno Simons, who lived almost 500 years ago. Menno Simons was first a Catholic priest. As he read and studied the Bible, Menno began to understand the Christian life in a different way. Eventually he became an Anabaptist preacher. It was against the laws of that time for him to preach so Menno's preaching was done in secret at night to small groups. Soon, Menno Simons became the leader of the Anabaptists, now known as Mennonites. For 9-to-14-year-olds.</p>

When Jesus says love our enemies, some people take him literally. What happens when you start to love your enemies and serve others? Read about fifty inspiring people who have chosen to love their enemies and done good to those who harmed them. Filled with true stories from past and present, this captivating book is a showcase of heroes who have stood up for whats right to make the world a better place. What would it mean to step between soldiers and someone they are trying to harm? Could you love the person who bullied your friend? Would you rescue the man chasing you across a frozen river because of your beliefs? Would you serve a meal to the people trying to break into your house? Fifty ordinary people. Fifty extraordinary acts of peace.

Why did Jesus die? And how does his death change us and our world? These questions stand at the center of our faith. But that doesn’t mean they are simple or straightforward. Michele Hershberger helps us peer deeply into the meaning of the cross by sifting through Scripture and the life of Christ. Learn about theological concepts like sin, salvation, and atonement. Find out how Christians across the centuries have thought about Jesus’ death. Discover how Jesus’ life, crucifixion, and resurrection change everything. The Jesus Way series delves into big questions about God’s work in the world. These concise, practical books are deeply rooted in Anabaptist theology. Crafted by a diverse community of internationally renowned scholars, pastors, and practitioners, The Jesus Way series helps readers deepen their faith in Christ and enliven their witness.Books in series: What Is the Bible and How Do We Understand It? Dennis R. Edwards [Fall 2019]Why Did Jesus Die and What Difference Does It Make? Michele Hershberger [Fall 2019]Why Do We Suffer and Where Is God When We Do? Valerie G. Rempel [Spring 2020]What Is the Trinity and Why Does It Matter? Steve Dancause [Spring 2020]Who Are Our Enemies and How Do We Love Them? Hyung Jin Kim Sun [Summer 2020]What Is God’s Mission in the World and How Do We Join It? Juan F. Martínez [Summer 2020]What Is the Church and Why Does It Exist? David Fitch [Fall 2020]What Does Justice Look Like and Why Does God Care about It? Judith and Colin McCartney [Fall 2020]What Is God’s Kingdom and What Does Citizenship Look Like? César García [Spring 2021]Who Was Jesus and What Does It Mean to Follow Him? Nancy Elizabeth Bedford [Spring 2021]