Publications of Interest

Dokka Publishings "The Rose Journal" and Study Guide

2010-03-06T14:54:00.000-08:00

Linda Ruth Stai's "The Rose Journal" with its companion study guide titled "The View From Eternity" is a good study for any woman's group. It describes "One woman's spiritual adventure - shows how good can come from Suffering. Rev Palmer E. Sevig from Willmar, Minnesota says, "As the pastor Linda has known since she took her first step to the country school house, I found special delight in reading her novel. As you come to the final chapters, you will find there can be victory in suffering. Her scrupulous details all poinr to a purpose that shows God's leading all along."

The study guide addresses lifes challenges from perspective and hope.

1-4 books are priced at $11.95 plus 6.75% Minnesota sales tax. 5-9 books are $10.00

The study guide and Rose Journal sell for $20.00 together. 5 sets for $18.00 and 10 or more for %16.00. The discussion guide sells for 9.95 for 1 to 4 books and 5-9 for $9.00 and more than 8 at $8.00.

Do not order from Mercy and Truth,
Order from Dokka Publishing, 1075 County Road 37 NE, Buffalo, MN 55313.

e mail at dokka_publishing@yahoo.com

Web site is qqq.rosejournal.com

Note: Joshua's Story must be ordered from the above address.

Books by DOKKA Publiishing

2010-03-06T14:37:00.000-08:00

Joshua's Story is written by his mother Linda Ruth Stai. It is An Amazing Story of God's faithfulness in Joshua's life. You will want to read this book dedicated to Joshua Stai by his mother Linda. 1-4 books sell for $4.95 plus 6.75% Minnesota sales tax. Order directly from the publisher and not from Mercy and Truth Publishers. Dokka Publishing, 7423 Abbott Avenue North, Brooklyn Park, MN 55443. If you have dokka_publishing@yahoo.com. For more information go to the web site at www.rosejournal.com. Add sales tax to your order. Nothing was said about postage but it would probably run another $2.00.

John Abel's book reprinted

2009-09-26T19:09:00.000-07:00

Rev. John and Ruby Abel's autobiography titled "Fifty Years Under the Southern Cross" has been republished. The cost of the book is $14.50 plus $2.50 if mailed. This book is a wonderful account of the work of the Brazil Mission field through the Association of Free Lutheran Congregations. The book may be ordered from Mercy and Truth Publishers, 19594 350th Street NW, Newfolden, MN 56738. Every personal library and every church library should have a copy of this book.

Abel biography reprinted

2009-09-07T12:32:00.000-07:00

Rev. John and Ruby Abel's biograpphy was recently reprinted. The title of this autobiogprahy is Fifty Years under the Southern Cross. The book is available for a contribution of $14.50 plus $2.50 postage when mailed. You may order from MTP, 19594 350th Street NW, Newfolden, MN 56738. The book tells of how the Abel's first traveled to Brazil, their involvement in the Evangelism Explosion ministry and the first congregations started in Brazil.
Order soon!

Reprinted Book by Rev. John Abel

2009-09-02T15:12:00.001-07:00

Mercy and Truth Publishers has just reprinted Rev. John and Ruby Abel's autobiogrpahy titled Fifty Years Under the Southern Cross. This book is available for a gift of $14.50 plus $2.5o for postage and handling. Book stores can get a consignment of the book and a reduced cost so they may make a profit. The book is available by contacting Rev. Dennis Gray at 19594 350th Street NW, Newfolden, MN 56738. http://www.wiktel.net/,mtp is the web site fo Mercy and Truth. We have a number of other books available. One written by liscensed psychologist Karen Hart deals with depression and for a donation of $5.00. Most items MTP handles will be sent free, if requested. Dennnis Gray is the director.

Mourning Book Published

2008-11-19T17:08:00.000-08:00

Wendy L. Simon and Dale Stone have written a book titled Mourning. This timely book is written about the physical and sexual abuse Wendy L. Simon faced as she grew up and into adult hood. She has combined scripture with good solid counsel on how to deal with abuse. She limits psychology and builds her counsel on scripture. This book is recommended by Mercy and Truth Publishers and a limited number of books are available through this ministry. The cost of the book is $20.00 plus $4.00 postage. A check or money for $24.00 needs to be enclosed with every order. Send contribution for the book to Mercy and Truth Publishers, 19594 350th Street NW, Newfolden, MN 56738. Mercy and Truth Publishers proof reads books for print and prints books for people also printing booklets and Bible Studies. This one book is the exception because of nature of the subject.

Rev Dennis D. Gray
Director

A Discussion of the Association of Free Lutheran Congregations

2008-09-16T08:52:00.000-07:00

This booklet titled, "A Discussion of the Association of Free Lutheran Congregations" was written by the director of Mercy and Truth Publishers, Rev. Dennis Gray. Rev Gray came into the AFLC in 1968 and has served on the original Bible Camp Board, the Schools Corporation Board, and as the Secretary of the AFLC under the late Rev. John P. Strand. The booklet is an accurate description of the AFLC and how it operates. Chapters are:

"How the AFLC came to be"
"How the AFLC does business"
"The Relationship between the Corporations and the Annual Conference"
"The Relationship between the local congregation and the AFLC"
"The Place of the Pastor and his Relationship to the local congregation and the AFLC"

A donation would be appreciated for this timely booklet.

Order fron Mercy and Truth Publishers
19594 350th Street NW
Newfolden, MN 56738

"Fifty Years Under the Southern Cross" by Rev John Abel

2008-09-16T08:36:00.000-07:00

"Fifty Years Under the Southern Cross" is the autobiography of Rev. John and Ruby Abel. The Abel family pioneered the work of the Association of Free Lutherans mission field in Brazil. The entire family was involved. This book is a wonderful witness of the work of the Lord in the lives if this missionary family. The book can be read at home, in worship times and in Sunday School as well as Luther League (known as Free Lutheran Youth in these later years). The cost of the book is $14.50 an additional charge of $2.50 if the book is mailed to you. The book is printed by Lakeside Press in Willmar, Mnnesota and can be ordered at 19594 350th Street NW, Newfolden, MN 56738. A suggested donation of $14.50 is asked as MTP does not charge for its printings. Please enclose the amount in your order.

The Young Earth book by Roger D. Melquist

2008-07-03T12:25:00.000-07:00

"The Young Earth - The Bible and Science Can Agree " answers many questions on how this world - we can also say universe(s) - came into existence. Has the earth been here for 6000 years? Has the Bible ever been found to have errors? What is behind secular teachings concerning origins?

Roger D. Melquist graduated from the Minnesota State University in Mankato. He is also a graduate of the University of South Dakota. He has a Masters Degree in the Natural Sciences with majors in Biology, Chemistry, and Earth Science. He has taught in the public schools for 20 years. He has attended Luther Seminary and graduated from the Berean Bible School in Springfield, MO. He has been lecturing on the subject of creation for quite a number of years. He has taught at the North Central University, Minneapolis, MN for 15 years.

"The Young Earth - The Bible and Science can Agree" can be ordered through Mercy and Truth Publishers, 19594 350th Street NW, Newfolden, MN 56738-9286 or from the author. You can e mail almafreelutheran@wiktel.com for more information.

Or order from Xulonpress.com.

Marriage and Divorce with Dr. Francis W. Monseth

2008-04-03T20:01:00.000-07:00

Dr. Francis W. Monseth, the Dean of the Seminary for the Association of Free Lutheran Congregations has written a timely study titled Divorce and Remarriage. This book is a valuable resources for the Pastor and any others wishing to do a study of this important subject. Mercy and Truth Publishers can send this booklet to you for a donation of $5.00 to cover copying costs. Postage is free. Send an e mail with your order to almafreelutheran@wiktel.com or to dgray@wiktel.com. Make certain the subject line includes the words "Order."

Romans Sermons

2008-03-27T07:33:00.000-07:00

Pastor Dennis Gray has printed a series of sermons on Romans 5 through 9. This printing has been a very popular printing and has been well received. You can order your copy by contacting Pastor Gray at dgray@wiktel.com. Be sure to put the words Romans in the subject line of your e mail. There is a charge of $5.00 for the booklet. This includes handling and postage.

Chapter Titles are:
"Grace Reigns" - Romans 5:12-21
"Sinning Against Grace" - Romans 6:1-23
"Free From the Law" - Romans 7
"Seven Assurances from God" - Romans 8
"The Conscience" - Romans 9:1-13

The booklet is available on the internet.

Georg Sverdrup: The Man and His Message

2007-06-25T14:17:00.000-07:00

Mercy and Truth Publishers has permission to publish this timely book. It cannot be sent over the internet. It was published by The Messenger Press in 1947. The book will be copied and made available for a three ring note book. This book is over 300 pages so it will cost $25.00 plus an amount of $4.00 for postage. Send to Mercy and Truth Publishers, 19594 350th Street NW, Newfolden, Minnesota 56738. It was written by Professor Andreas Helland. Professor Helland taught at Augsburg College. Dr. Georg Sverdrup was the president of Augsburg College in Minneapolis and he was one of the founders of the Lutheran Free Church.

Depression and the Redemptive Work of Jesus

2007-02-12T18:36:00.000-08:00

"Depression and the Redemptive Work of Jesus" was written by Mrs. Karen (Kenneth) Hart. She is a liscensed psychologist. This timely writing is addressed to those who are having issues with depression. This writing is one of the writings Mercy and Truth Publishers has distributed to many people. The booklet can be sent by internet. There is no charge of the booklet when ordered by internet. The normal cost otherwise is $4.00 postage included. Another title for this work is "Letting the Shepherd Into the Pain." You may order at dgray@wiktel.com or by writing Mercy and Truth Publishers, 19594 350th Street NW, Newfolden, MN 56738.

Hidden Agenda of Cohabitation by Karen Hart

2007-02-07T18:42:00.000-08:00

Karen Hart, liscensed psychologist, has written a very timely booklet on living together. It is a good guide for pastors and other professionals. It gives the counselor information he or she can visit about with each couple to be married. To get this via the internet, write dgray@wwiktel.com. A donation would be appreciated. It can also be mailed to you.

Georg Sverdrup Slept Here

2007-02-07T18:36:00.000-08:00

The founder of the Lutheran Free Church was Georg Sverdrup. He had a vision for "free and living" congregations. The congregation is the right form of the Kingdom of God. This little booklet written by the former Dean of the Association Free Lutheran Bible School is a winner. It tells about Sverdrup's frequent visits to the Ole Dahle home in northern Minnesota. There are a limited copies of the booklet available and with pictures. We may be able to send it on the internet. Send e mail to dgray@wiktel.com to order.

LENTEN MEDITATIONS BY DR IVER OLSON

2006-09-06T09:10:00.000-07:00

Dr. Iver Olson served as the Dean of the Association Free Lutheran Theological Seminary. Before coming to the Seminary, he was a teacher at Augsburg College. He has written various other materials - one book for confirmation and one on Baptism. These are available from the AFLC Parish Education Department, 3110 E. Medicine Lake Blvd, Minneapolis, MN 56738. The Lenten booklet is available through the mail or via the internet. No charge but a contribution to the MTP ministry would be great. Order from dgray@wiktel.com

The Years of Our Church by Clarence Carlsen

2006-09-06T09:06:00.000-07:00

"The Years of Our Church" by Clarence Carlson is a good source for information on the former Lutheran Free Church. The second chapter is already printed and available for a contribution of $5.00. The entire book is available to you for $15.00. These books are printed upon orders and cannot be sent on the internet. The second chapter has to do with what the AFLC calls the Fundamental Principles of the church. Order at MTP, 19594 350th Street NW, Newfolden, MN 56738.

The Four Northern Lights by G. Everett Arden

2006-09-06T08:56:00.000-07:00

"The Four Northern Lights" tells about Paavo Henrik Ruosalainen (Finnish); Hans Nilsen Hauge (Norwegian); Nikolai F. S. Gruntvig (Danish); and Carl Olof Rosenious (Swedish). This out of print book is available through MTP. We can send this on internet. Donation suggestion is $12.00

BOOKS OF INTEREST TO AFLC

2006-09-06T08:46:00.000-07:00

Writings by Georg Sverdrup
"What is the Congregation?"; "The Holiness of the Congregation" $2.00 donation per booklet or $3.00 for both;
"The Free Church Fellowship" by Pastor Martin Bjornson for donation of $12.00. Pastor Bjornson served Alma Lutheran and Bethania Lutheran and also was the choir director at Oak Grove High School in Moorhead, Minnesota

Written by Pastor Dennis Gray - "A Discussion on the Association of Free Lutheran Congregations" - How the AFLC came to be, how it does business, the relationship between the AFLC Corporations, the local congregation and the place the pastors have in relation to the local congregation. Yours for a contribution to MTP of $3.00.

Thesis paper by Dr. James Hamre - long paper - $20.00 contribution. Very good.

Thesis paper written by Dean of the Free Lutheran Seminary Dr. Francis Monseth - $5.00.

Sermon by Pastor F. Monseth given at the 1969 annual conference of the AFLC

Call 218-874-2101 for more information on writings concerning the AFLC.+

Free Book on Depression

2006-09-05T19:11:00.000-07:00

A short time ago,Rev. Gerald F. Mundfrom passed away. All during his life Rev. Mundrom faced depression. In his book Depression and What to do about it he shares in an inspring way how it can be faced. This book is offered by Mercy and Truth Publishers to you as a free gift. Of course, you may pay for it by making a donation. However, before he passed on, he told the director of MTP, "The important thing is not making money but getting the message out." If you would like to receive this book write MTP, 19594 350th Street NW, Newfolden, MN 56738. The book will be mailed to you as soon as possible.

A Pioneer Church Family

2006-09-05T17:06:00.000-07:00

Rev. Trygve Dahle was a pioneer pastor in the Association of Free Lutheran Congregations. (AFLC). His autobiography has been printed by Mercy and Truth Publishers and sells for $15.00 donation. It reflects his growing up as a pastors son. Rev. Dahle met Prof. Georg Sverdrup. Sverdrup used to stay in the Ole Dahle home near Duluth, Minnesota. Sverdrup is the founder of the Lutheran Free Church. You may order this book from Mercy and Truth Publishers, 19594 350th Street NW, Newfolden, MN 56738-9286. A companion booklet written by the former Dean of the Association Free Lutheran Seminary will accompany this booklet for no charge.