Religious Refugees

Questioning our faith and spiritual beliefs, while leaving the familiarity of our religious homeland, can be excruciatingly painful. Loneliness, isolation, and fear of rejection - from God and others - can give rise to shame, guilt, anger, and sadness. In Religious Refugees, therapist and ordained pastor Mark Karris explores this disorienting faith shift through the lens of cutting-edge psychological research, theology, philosophy, and, most importantly, the real world experiences of those who are going through - and have gone through - this arduous and confusing journey.

Whether dethroned royalty, delusional, or something else—she’s knock-out gorgeous. And I'm way out of my depth. Swapping combat boots for cowboy boots, I'm limping through life at Southern Refuge. Then Ellie storms in—a mix of innocence and arrogance. An icy diva dressed for dumpster diving, barking orders like I'm her servant. Was she stunning? Oh, yeah. And the chemistry? Instant combustion. She lit a fire I thought long dead. I vow to keep my distance to avoid the inevitable heartbreak. But when her mask slips, revealing a wounded heart, I'm smitten. Then Ellie’s secret explodes....

There were days when he just wanted to sit by a lake and hear the quiet…maybe have a stiff drink. This was one of those days.Jonas Brownstein learned early in life that some bonds are forged quickly…and never to be broken. He learned as well that other relationships were unable to withstand the slightest test against its fragile endurance. In taking his new job at the request of a long-time friend and trusted mentor, he knows that both lessons will be valuable as he steps into the role thtat he has been asked to fill. He believes in second chances and that everyone deserves them. He ...

Ever since she was a child, Audrey wanted her life to be extraordinary. But as the daughter of a viscount born in late 14th-century England, the only thing expected of her was to marry - until an act of malice by her sister, Maris, four years ago damaged her face and her prospects. Though Maris was sent away, 20-year-old Audrey is still suffering the scars of her sister’s cruelty. When her father announces his plans to marry off his damaged daughter and bring Maris home, Audrey decides to flee in search of her true destiny.

For the first time, music legend Rudy Pérez shares his remarkable journey from a poor refugee kid in Miami to composing the greatest hit songs on the world stage. Named the most successful Latin songwriter in history, Rudy Pérez is the creator behind some of the best-selling records of Beyoncé, Julio Iglesias, Christina Aguilera, and IL Divo.

Annahita Parsan was born into a Muslim family in Iran and grew up with the simple hope of one day finding a good husband, having children, and doing some good in the world. Married and a mother before she turned 18, Annahita found herself unexpectedly widowed and trapped for years in an abusive second marriage that she later fled - discovering instead a God who might love her. Stranger No More is the remarkable true story of Annahita's path from oppression to the life-changing hope of Jesus.

Underground Railroad conductor Hudson Wallace is surprised when heiress Jorgine Emerson asks him to transport her deceased father’s slaves to freedom. But it is a trap? Jorgine accepts that her fate lies in an unwanted marriage arranged by her heartless uncle, but she must protect her father’s slaves, particularly her friend, Sally from her lecherous fiancé. Can her deep conviction win Hudson over?

Tani Adewumi didn’t know what Boko Haram was or why they had threatened his family. All he knew was that when his parents told him the family was going to America, Tani thought it was the start of a great adventure rather than an escape. In truth, his family’s journey to the United States was nothing short of miraculous - and the miracles were just beginning.

Kenan loves drawing and playing soccer with his friends. He wants to be a famous athlete, hates it when his classmates trash his buck teeth by calling him “Bugs Bunny,” and fights with his big brother, who’s too busy and cool for him lately. Sometimes his parents drive him crazy, but he feels loved and protected—until the war ruins everything. Soon, Kenan’s family is trapped in their home with little food or water, surrounded by enemies. Ten months later, with help from friends and strangers, they finally make it out of the country alive. But that’s only the beginning.

This transformative audiobook invites you to imagine scenes like David, Saul, Doeg, and Ahimelech brought to life on stage, blending tragedy with a surprising dose of divine humor. Yes, humor—because the Bible shows us a Yahuwah with a profound sense of joy and laughter. As Solomon wisely said, "A merry heart does good like medicine," and the Apostle Paul reminds us, "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." Jesus himself was anointed with the oil of joy, bringing laughter, light, and healing wherever he went.

In this spiritual memoir, writer Maureen O'Brien reflects on the many ways in which she found a home and a refuge in the biblical psalms, drawing strength from them in a wide variety of experiences and seeking in them a safe shelter from life's storms.

Many people worldwide view Romania as being one of the most beautiful and historic European countries, having marvelous castles, monasteries, and breathtaking scenery. That wasn't the case for Viorel Matei, being born in Buzias in 1953, the place of the heart, known for its healing waters, just eight years after World War II had ended.

Migrants and refugees have long been considered vulnerable populations within Christianity, but many, Christians included, remain to this day insufficiently knowledgeable about the specificity of the Church's views on the matter. Addressing the way in which the Catholic faith has regarded voluntary and forced migration from the time of Pope Pius XII onwards, this audiobook provides the teachings of the Catholic Church about the fundamental human rights of migrants and refugees.