New Release Books by Archbishop Desmond

Showcasing diverse and multicultural artwork from the finest artists around the globe, Archbishop Desmond Tutu retells eighteen of his most treasured New Testament stories, artfully highlighting both the biblical message and the rich cultural heritage of each illustrator in this delightful picture book. My Jesus Story Collection: 18 New Testament Bible Stories is great for children ages to 4 to 8. Inside, readers will find: Retellings of significant events in Jesus’s life—from the beginning of his ministry through his ascension into heaven—each one speaking to the hearts of readers young and old. A short prayer personalizing the message for every reader's own life in each section Stories feature artwork from a variety of artists including Jago, E.B. Lewis, Javaka Steptoe, and Xiao Xin that illustrate this diverse and multicultural collection of stories about Jesus, based on the content found in The Children of God Storybook Bible (with nearly 150,000 copies sold) Readers will enjoy Archbishop Tutu’s signature humor and lyrical storytelling style. My Jesus Story Collection: 18 New Testament Bible Stories: Is a perfect gift for Easter and Christmas Has an oversized trim size, making it great for lap time or anytime reading Features a foreword by the Most Reverend Michael Bruce Curry, who delivered a riveting sermon at the royal wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle The stunning full-color illustrations throughout My Jesus Story Collection allow readers to experience Jesus’ life—from the beginning of his ministry through his ascension—in a way they never have before: through people who look like them, in words and images that speak to their heart.

Sometimes What We Need Most Is What We Fear Most''''Times change and situations seem to change, but there is still a great need for prophets, for God's ambassadors, to stand up and be counted. Who will dare to be Paul the Apostle today, or Dorothy Day, or Francis of Assisi, or Dietrich Bonhoeffer? Who will dare, when God calls, to say, 'Here I am, Lord. Send me'?'''' - from the Foreword by Archbishop Desmond TutuMeet twelve fascinating - at times, intimidating - Christian change agents who were unafraid to ask what God would have them do in the face of life's realities - and unafraid to go ahead and do it. Their words and actions challenged the status quo, and in so doing they showed the face of Jesus to the Church and to the world.Whether calling us to live simply in the name of Jesus, showing the way to genuine peacemaking, or exemplifying the true meaning of courage, the legacies of these blessed troublemakers continue to inspire us today ... if we let them.Paul of Tarsus · Mary Magdalene · Origen of Alexandria · Francis of Assisi · Hildegard of Bingen · Thomas Cranmer · Sojourner Truth · Dorothy Day · Dietrich Bonhoeffer · Janani Luwum · Oscar Romero · K. H. Ting

Let There Be Light combines the extraordinary talents of Nancy Tillman, the New York Times bestselling author of On the Night You Were Born, and Nobel Peace Prize Winner Archbishop Desmond Tutu in this retelling of the biblical story of creation. The pairing of Archbishop Tutu’s lyrical text from The Children of God Storybook Bible and Tillman’s wondrous illustrations bring the pages of this book to life for readers young and old.

The Book of Forgiving, written together by the Nobel Peace Laureate Archbishop Desmond Tutu and his daughter Revd Mpho Tutu offers a deeply personal testament and guide to the process of forgiveness.

Creating the first truly global Bible for children of all nationalities, Desmond Tutu retells more than fifty of his most beloved Bible stories in Children of God Storybook Bible. Many of the finest artists from around the world—such as Jago, E.B. Lewis, Javaka Steptoe, and Xiao Xin—have illustrated these favorite Bible stories from Desmond Tutu, connecting Scripture with the multitude of ethnicities across the globe. The Children of God Storybook Bible: Is perfect for readers ages 4 to 8 Shows how God works through history, ending each biblical story with a short prayer, personalizing the message for each reader’s own life Features Archbishop Desmond Tutu retelling 50 of his most beloved Bible stories Is perfect for thoughtful gifting at birthdays, Christmas, baptisms, or anytime. Through the stunning illustrations and Tutu’s delightful words, readers will experience the Bible stories as if they were there, with Adam and Eve in the garden, with Noah on the ark, with Abraham in the desert, and with Jesus on the mountaintop.

Available in a board book edition! With warmth and humor, Archbishop Tutu distills his philosophy of unity and forgiveness for the very young. Archbishop Desmond Tutu has a vision of God's dream, which he shares here with the youngest of listeners. It involves people who reach out and hold each other's hands, but sometimes get angry and hurt each other — and say they're sorry and forgive. It's a wish that everyone will see they are brothers and sisters, no matter their way of speaking to God, no matter the size of their nose or the shade of their skin. Aided by vibrant artwork evoking such images as a rainbow and a sharing circle, Tutu offers the essence of his ubuntu philosophy, a wisdom so clear and crystalline that even the smallest child can understand.

Melanie Verwoerd is one of the most fascinating public figures in Ireland. Ever since Nelson Mandela encouraged her to use her voice to bring about change, she has done precisely that, becoming one of the few white members of the ANC and one of the youngest MPs in the new South African parliament. In When We Dance, Melanie writes of her upbringing in apartheid-era South Africa, her political conversion and her groundbreaking work as South African ambassador and CEO of UNICEF Ireland. For the first time, she also writes about her relationship with the late, much-missed broadcaster Gerry Ryan, including the difficult days and weeks leading up to his untimely death. She writes tenderly and passionately about her relationship with the man who has been the great love of her life. When We Dance is both the tale of a life well-lived and a moving love story. It will bring a tear to your eye - and joy to your heart.

Describes and depicts the life and times of the South African president who spent twenty-seven years in jail for his political beliefs, and includes interviews by such figures as Bill Clinton, Tony Blair, and Bono.