Carmel's Media Center provides up-to-date materials for the Carmel family and its Christian school ministries.  All Carmel members are welcome to check out our books, videos and more for their personal use.   Come back to this page often to see a list of new items and featured items.  Check out our hours of operation and consider becoming a part of the Media Center volunteer staff.

Featured Resources:
Today's Christians Have a Story to Tell!

Against All Odds: My Story
 By Chuck Norris with Ken Abraham


You may know Norris from the big screen or as the star of CBS's Walker, Texas Ranger---or as an undefeated martial arts champion. Now meet the Christian whose faith touches everything he does! From a childhood of poverty, Norris overcame daunting obstacles on the road to fame---and gives full credit to God.

 

The Evangelist: The World-Wide Impact of Billy Graham By Lewis A. Drummond


When Billy Graham hit the sawdust trail in 1949, he never dreamed he'd become an internationally known evangelist. But will he eventually be forgotten, or will the Graham phenomenon be a high point in the 2,000-year history of Christian evangelism? Discover the answer in Drummond's examination of the impact of Graham's ministry.

Undefeated
By Bob & Brian Griese with Jim Denney

 

You know them as legendary father-and-son athletes: NFL Hall-of-Famer, Bob Griese and his son Brian---starting quarterback for the Denver Broncos. But Bob and Brian faced their toughest challenge back in 1988 when they lost Judi, Brian's mother, to cancer. Learn how God helped the Griese family battle the odds, both on and off the field!

Payne Stewart: The Authorized Biography
By Tracey Stewart with Ken Abraham

Payne Stewart was more than a stylish golfer sporting knickers and a tam-o-shanter. PGA Tour Commissioner, Tim Finchem remembers him as "a man of great faith, a devoted husband and compassionate father . . . the best of golf." Read how Stewart's life changed after renewing his faith in God.

Prisoners of Hope: The Story of Our Captivity and Escape in Afghanistan
By Dayna Curry & Heather Mercer with Stacy Mattingly


In Prisoners of Hope, Dayna Curry and Heather Mercer tell the story of their work in Afghanistan, their love for the people they served, their arrest, trial and imprisonment by the Taliban, and their rescue by U.S. Special Forces. The heart of the book will discuss how two middle-class American women decided to leave the comforts of home in exchange for the opportunity to serve the disadvantaged, and how their faith motivated them and sustained them through the events that followed.

Dr. Dobson: Turning Hearts Toward Home
By Rolf Zettersten

 

 A Compelling Portrait of Focus on the Family's Founder: The life story of Dr. Dobson is both ordinary and amazing. Tracing his life, this book captures the influence of his parents' integrity and godliness. And how, in turn, it has inspired his mission to deliver encouragement around the globe. You're invited to a behind-the-scenes glimpse into Dr. Dobson's driving passion for preserving the family in this candid, inspirational biography.
Other Biographies of Interest:

Let's Roll: Ordinary People, Extraordinary Courage by Lisa Beamer with Ken Abraham

Miracle Man: Nolan Ryan: The Autobiography          by Nolan Ryan with Jerry Jenkins

Aim High: An Olympic Decathlete's Inspiring Story by Dave Johnson with Verne Becker

The Cross Burns Brightly: A Hall-of-Famer Tackles Racism & Adversity to Help Troubled Boys               By Mel Blount with Cynthia Sterling

Ronald Reagan:  An American Life

In this remarkable autobiography, Ronald Reagan presents a definitive personal account of his historic presidency. An American Life is an inspiring American success story, a brilliant self-portrait, and a compelling and significant work of history.

 

 

 

A Time for Remembering: The Ruth Bell Graham Story

By Patricia Daniels Cornwell

Ruth Bell Graham shares the full story of her life and what it is like to be the wife of the most famous Christian evangelist of this century. This tribute recreates the life story of a woman guided by her intense faith in God.

 

Media Center Policies
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Chinese Library Available
 Sundays, 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. in the Loft

Audio Tapes Available
Audio tapes of Dr. Poplin's Sunday messages are always available through the Media Center.  Each tape is $3 and can be ordered by filling out a form at the Welcome Center or in the Media Center.  Some tapes from previous Sunday are already copied and in stock at the circulation desk. 
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Media Center Schedule (Summer Hours)

Sundays

9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Chinese Library Available 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. in the Loft

Mondays

Closed

Tuesdays

9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Wednesdays

9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. &  5:30 - 7:00 p.m.

Thursdays

9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Fridays

Closed

Saturdays

Closed

Media Center Volunteer Staff
Carmel's Media Center is staff by volunteers who handle various tasks including circulation, data entry, book repair and preparation for shelving, and audio tape reproduction.  Volunteers serve during the day and/or evening.  Contact Pat Narmour, Carmel's Media Center Director, for more information (704-847-8575, x3032).