Spirituality and Religion
 
March 2026

Recent Releases
The Faith to Flourish: God's Design for a Rooted, Resilient, and Fruitful Life by Christine Caine
The Faith to Flourish: God's Design for a Rooted, Resilient, and Fruitful Life
by Christine Caine

Drawing from the powerful symbolism of the olive tree in Psalm 52:8, bestselling author Christine Caine reveals how to flourish in every season--no matter what comes your way.
The Awakened Way: Making the Shift to a Divinely Guided Life by Suzanne Giesemann
The Awakened Way: Making the Shift to a Divinely Guided Life
by Suzanne Giesemann

The Awakened Way is the soul's answer to your earthly challenges. This book invites you to live the awakened way, a path that embraces ancient wisdom and integrates it with the latest scientific discoveries about the nature of consciousness and the underlying reality. Many self-help books focus on our human nature. They miss the point that we are both human and a soul. They fail to teach us to shift our focus and access the Source of solutions that is always available and will never steer us wrong. 
Kiss the Fire: 7 Ways to Get Back Up When You Want to Give Up by Shawn Johnson
Kiss the Fire: 7 Ways to Get Back Up When You Want to Give Up
by Shawn Johnson

When life turns up the heat and everything inside of you wants to give up, will you face the flames? Will you keep the faith? Will you keep fighting until God does the miraculous? Pastor Shawn Johnson found himself asking these questions after he received a devastating diagnosis that made him want to give up on everything.
Work in Progress: Confessions of a Busboy, Dishwasher, Caddy, Usher, Factory Worker...
by James Martin, SJ

This coming-of-age memoir looks back on the summer jobs, awkward moments, and small lessons that shaped a future Jesuit priest. Told with humor and humility, it reflects on work, character, and the surprising ways ordinary experiences can prepare us for a life of purpose. Readers drawn to this blend of warmth and everyday spirituality might also appreciate Tattoos on the Heart by Gregory Boyle.
Chosen from the beginning : my life's journey of growth, work, & love by Ward, Jacqueline Williams
Chosen from the beginning : my life's journey of growth, work, & love
by Ward, Jacqueline Williams

This powerful memoir is more than a life story--it's a testament to God's faithfulness and a call to trust in His divine timing. Whether you are seeking inspiration for your own faith journey, leadership wisdom, or encouragement to follow God's calling, Chosen from the Beginning is a must-read for anyone longing to walk boldly in their purpose
Native American Spiritualism: An Exploration of Indigenous Beliefs and Cultures by L. M. Arroyo
Native American Spiritualism: An Exploration of Indigenous Beliefs and Cultures
by L. M. Arroyo

Native American Spiritualism is a comprehensive guide to the spiritual practices, legends, and traditions of various Indigenous tribes throughout the North American continent.
Uncomplicate It: Permission to Enjoy God in Your Unique Way
by Hosanna Wong

This inviting book encourages readers to discover a more personal and flexible relationship with God by honoring their own personality and life season. Through real-life stories and practical reflections, it offers gentle permission to release comparison, rethink expectations, and find meaningful connection in everyday moments.
As a Jew: Reclaiming Our Story from Those Who Blame, Shame, and Try to Erase Us by Sarah Hurwitz
As a Jew: Reclaiming Our Story from Those Who Blame, Shame, and Try to Erase Us
by Sarah Hurwitz

At thirty-six, Sarah Hurwitz was a typical lapsed Jew. On a whim, she attended an introduction to Judaism class and was astonished by what she discovered: thousands of years of wisdom from her ancestors about what it means to be human. That class sparked a journey of discovery that transformed her life. Years later, as Hurwitz wrestled with what it means to be Jewish at a time of rising antisemitism, she wondered: Where had the Judaism she discovered as an adult been all her life? 
Color Your Life: How to Use the Right Colors to Achieve Balance, Health, and Happiness by Howard Sun
Color Your Life: How to Use the Right Colors to Achieve Balance, Health, and Happiness
by Howard Sun

Alter the colors around you to improve your quality of life! Color has been used for thousands of years to represent an individual's mental and emotional state. The colors that we surround ourselves with allow for a deeper exploration into the inner self. Used positively, color can have a profound healing quality, enhance our well-being and improve our lives. Now, in Color Your Life, veteran color therapists Howard and Dorothy Sun explain how color can be used to promote health, healing, and personal growth. 
The Miracles Among Us: How God's Grace Plays a Role in Healing by Marc Siegel
The Miracles Among Us: How God's Grace Plays a Role in Healing
by Marc Siegel

Drawing from his extensive experience as a physician, Dr. Marc Siegel explores the profound and often mysterious intersection between faith and medicine. He shares riveting stories of patients who have experienced remarkable recoveries, challenging the boundaries of medical science. These narratives highlight not only the resilience of the human body, but also the inexplicable moments when intuition and foresight play a crucial role in healing.
Contact your librarian for more great books!
629 Poyntz Ave
Manhattan, Kansas 66502
785-776-4741

http://www.MHKLibrary.org

If you have questions, just email us at rhargett@mhklibrary.org