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LifeWay still selling NIV: Complaints that the New International Version of the Bible is inaccurate and too gender-inclusive won’t stop LifeWay Christian Resources from selling it. Christian education publishers retiring: Dr. Arlin Horton and his wife, Rebekah, founders of A Beka Book, the world's largest Christian textbook publisher, are to retire. Disappointed by “The Vow”: The couple whose love story was the inspiration for the new hit film, "The Vow," wishes it drew more on their Christian faith, shared in the Zondervan book they wrote. 'Linsanity' provides music boost: Basketball newcomer Jeremy Lin's star power is giving an unexpected boost to a couple of Christian musical artists, Lecrae and Hillsong United. MercyMe's 'forever' song: For MercyMe, crossover hit “I Can Only Imagine” is “the song that won't go away.” Pastor's video chronicle spotlighted: A former pastor, onetime Christian Right operative and an icon among religious leaders, Ed Dobson is chronicling his struggle with Lou Gehrig’s disease in a series of short videos, “Ed's Story.” Tragedy deepens singer's music: Steven Curtis Chapman says the tragic loss of his daughter Maria in an accident has meant that “lyrics I may have written 10 or 15 or 25 years ago, suddenly took on a more profound meaning to me.” Sisters start used bookstore: Used books business Read It Again Bookstore in Hiltons, Va., was started by two sisters “on a wing and a prayer.” 'Angel' actress' new mission: Former “Touched By an Angel” star Roma Downey has launched “Little Angels,” a collection of animated DVDs, CDs, books and an app that fuse education with inspiration. Jason Crabb's Dove nods: Singer Jason Crabb has earned eight nominations for the Dove Awards, the gospel and Christian music show that will be held in Atlanta for the second year in a row. Fox News reporter's homecoming: Fox News Reporter Todd Starnes stopped at his Lee University alma mater as part of his book tour for “Dispatches from Bitter America” (B&H Publishing Group). Author defends 'earthy' Bible: Author Steven James is concerned that “it seems like Christians are uncomfortable with how earthy the Bible really is. They feel the need to tidy up God.” Women of Faith conference: Thomas Nelson's Women of Faith convention “wasn't your grandmother's church service with docile ladies in bifocals, dentures and crocheted sweaters.” The (San Jose, Calif.) Mercury News Store adds thrift section: Redeemed Books and Gifts II in Carlisle, Pa., has added a small thrift section as part of a move to make it “more about giving than receiving.” James Robison's new partnership: TV host James Robison says his decision to write his latest book, “Indivisible,” with a Catholic author was inspired by his friend Billy Graham. Suicide movie outreach course: Spurred by three teen suicides, a church in Tulsa, Okla., is offering a Bible study and small group series based on the movie, “To Save a Life,” to spark discussion on topics that challenge young people. Newcomer store closes down: Crossroads Christian Books and Bright Ideas in Truro, Nova Scotia, is closing after just two years. 'Courageous' solidifies faith films: With “Courageous,” church-based Sherwood Pictures “solidifies the viability of religion-themed movies.” |
