February 26, 2018 Edition

ECPA mourns passing of Rev. Billy Graham and honors his publishing legacy

The Evangelical Christian Publishing Association (ECPA) mourns the passing of legendary evangelist and author Rev. Billy Graham who died today at age 99.  “Billy Graham played a remarkable role in Christian publishing,” says ECPA Executive Director Stan Jantz.  “His multiple bestselling books have circulated around the world, impacting countless lives for 70 years.  With millions of books sold to date, we know his publishing legacy will continue to have an impact for years to come.”

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Bible Society Australia honors Billy Graham

Bible Society Australia wishes to pay tribute to one of the great evangelists and Bible teachers in Billy Graham. BSA group CEO Greg Clarke says: “Rev. Graham fearlessly elevated the Bible across many decades of committed ministry. He preached the Gospel to millions and advocated for the Bible through TV, video, film, the internet and books. Rev. Graham’s focus was to champion the Bible’s message of Jesus Christ to a broken world.”

ECPA Leadership Summit adds pastor/author Mark Batterson and David Barker of ReaderLink to Leadership Summit speaker line-up

Mark Batterson, New York Times bestselling author and pastor of National Community Church in Washington DC, will address publishing leaders at the upcoming ECPA Leadership Summit, to be held May 1-2 at the Museum of the Bible in Washington DC.  Also added to the impressive line-up is David Barker, who leads the sales efforts for the Mass, Grocery and Drug channels for ReaderLink, overseeing their direct-to-consumer fulfillment business.  The 2-day event will also feature Montse Alvarado (The Becket Fund), Mart Green (Hobby Lobby, Every Tribe Every Nation), Bobby Gruenewald (YouVersion), professor Alan Jacobs (How to Think), Kristen McLean (NPD Book), pastor Bryan Loritts (Kainos Movement), Michele Sanchez (ECC), U.S. Senate Chaplain Barry Black, and more.

Early-bird discounts for the event are in effect until March 15, offering $200 in savings.  ECPA members and multi-attendees receive additional discounts.

Registration and program information at ECPALeadership.org.

Julie Manning featured on Focus on the Family

Julie Manning, author of My Heart: Every Beat Surrendered to Our Unchanging God (February 2017, B&H Publishing Group) was featured with her husband John on Focus on the Family’s radio broadcast February 19. The Mannings shared how their lives have been turned upside down since Julie was diagnosed with a life-threatening heart condition, and how God has shown them the importance of living every day as if it were their last.

Listen to the full broadcast here.

Bible Gateway interviews Jared C. Wilson, author of “Supernatural Power for Everyday People”

How should you rely more fully on the power of the Holy Spirit for growth and satisfaction in your life? How can you avoid getting swept up in the routine of life and missing out on supernatural joy, contentment, and peace? Bible Gateway interviewed Jared C. Wilson (@jaredcwilson) about his book, Supernatural Power for Everyday People: Experiencing God’s Extraordinary Spirit in Your Ordinary Life (Thomas Nelson, 2018).

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Bible Gateway interviews Susie Larson, author of “Your Powerful Prayers”

What is the secret to powerful prayer? What does it mean to pray humbly and boldly? Why is prayer important? Bible Gateway interviewed Susie Larson (@SusieLarson) about her book, Your Powerful Prayers: Reaching the Heart of God with a Bold and Humble Faith (Bethany House, 2016).

Read this interview.