Category Archives: Honored Alumni

Do the books you read pass the test? by Maureen Lang

Posted on February 27, 2013 by Maureen Lang

I recently tuned in to a radio debate on the merits of reading commercial vs literary or classic novels. The focus was supposed to be on the romance genre, but both guests—two Phd’s from different universities—seemed to be talking as … Continue reading →

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This Cracked Me Up by James L. Rubart

Posted on February 19, 2013 by James L. Rubart

I love this guy. Why? I get this. I think he’s saying, “Why would I read a book on my Kindle if I can hold it in my hands?” Me too. I”m not down on e-readers. I have Kindle and … Continue reading →

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Loving Those Who Hurt Us by Sarah Goebel

Posted on February 18, 2013 by Sarah Goebel

I was just thinking about some experiences from my past. You know, as we journey through life it is inevitable that we will be hurt from time to time. When someone hurts us, whether they did so intentionally or not, … Continue reading →

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Happy Valentine’s Day by Elizabeth Goddard

Posted on February 14, 2013 by bethrachg

What are you doing on just the biggest romantic day of the year? I searched the statistics for Valentine’s Day and found some interesting stuff. The kind of things you’d imagine and expect, of course. Roses, cards and chocolates spending … Continue reading →

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The Painful Joy of Goodness by Kristen Heitzmann

Posted on February 8, 2013 by kristenheitzmann

I finally got to see Les Misérables last night. I’d seen it once on stage and read the book years ago, so I knew what I was in for. I went prepared, and sure enough, from the moment of the candlesticks, … Continue reading →

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The End of a Book by Elizabeth Goddard

Posted on January 31, 2013 by bethrachg

My son recently finished reading Dragon Rider by Cornelia Funke. He loved the story but he said it made him feel sad that the book had ended. Funny that we continue to read when we’re immersed in a story—to pull … Continue reading →

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Total Immersion by Maureen Lang

Posted on January 30, 2013 by Maureen Lang

Do you remember the very first book that you read, the one that opened up the reading world for you? Perhaps it was a childhood book—maybe it wasn’t even a book that you read, but was read to you. Maybe … Continue reading →

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Please, Tell Your Story by James L. Rubart

Posted on January 29, 2013 by James L. Rubart

You’re a reader. You love reading powerful stories. Do you realize you have a fascinating, powerful story as well? Has anyone read it? I hear what’s going through your head right now: “No, I don’t, Jim. There’s nothing particularly interesting about my … Continue reading →

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Buying cheap books by Camy Tang

Posted on January 24, 2013 by Camy Tang/Camille Elliot

I have a sickness. I can’t stop buying cheap books. I am uncontrollable. If I see a Nook Daily Find or a Kindle Daily Deal, I can’t stop myself from clicking to look at it, and if it’s a book … Continue reading →

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Perfect Reading Weather by Elizabeth Goddard

Posted on January 17, 2013 by bethrachg

Lazy summer days or warm cozy evenings beside the fire. Which would you choose for enjoying a good read? It’s been raining here for days, and our backyard is a lake. Though snow is a rare event in central Louisiana, … Continue reading →

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Kindle or Nook? by James L. Rubart

Posted on January 15, 2013 by James L. Rubart

I’m just about there … ready to pick up an e-reader. (Yeah, I know, I’m behind the times.) I have the Nook app and the Kindle app on my computers and iPhone, but I don’t have the real McCoy yet. … Continue reading →

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New Year’s Reading resolutions by Camy Tang

Posted on January 10, 2013 by Camy Tang/Camille Elliot

I know some of you detest New Year’s resolutions, so I hope the title doesn’t throw you off. 🙂 But I personally LOVE New Year’s resolutions because I feel like I have a game plan for the year, which makes … Continue reading →

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God’s Grace is Greater than Our Failures

Posted on January 7, 2013 by Sarah Goebel

I don’t understand how it is that time passes by more rapidly each year, but I bet some of you reading this post will testify along with me that, indeed, it does! 2012 has come and gone. Already, we find … Continue reading →

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Christians Read January Newsletter

Posted on January 5, 2013 by Camy Tang/Camille Elliot

From Kathi Macias: The Moses Quilt released January 1st! The Moses Quilt is a contemporary novel that bridges racial and generational divides. With a realistic and compassionate look into a twenty-first-century dilemma, multiple award-winning author Kathi Macias introduces readers to … Continue reading →

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Should You Trust Your Ding Meter? Posted by Maureen Lang

Posted on January 2, 2013 by Maureen Lang

I had to smile when I read both Vicki’s and Jim’s postings here on Christians Read. Over the weekend my husband was telling me about someone he’d heard either on the radio or online as she discussed the elements of … Continue reading →

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