Firmly I Believe and Truly by Graham Leonard (Mowbray £1.95).

The Bishop of London sets out his personal faith in this book, which is based on the famous hymn by John Henry Newman. Using key phrases from Newman's hymn, the bishop develops his exposition of faith in God's revelation. A timely book for Lent.
Marked for I.ife by Maria Boulding (SPCK £1.75). First published in 1979, this cheaper and handier edition is most timely for Lent as the theme of the book is "Prayer in the Easter Christ." The book speaks about contemplative prayer not as the prerogative of the elite but as the ordinary experience of the busy executive, the labourer and the person at the sink.
Life is for Living by Peter J 1-lorrobin (Marshal's £1.75). An introductory guide to living the Christian faith, drawing heavily on the Bible, but alarmingly thin on Church discipline and Christian tradition.
The Forgiveness of Sins by Charles Williams (Eerdmans £1,75). First published in 1942, this book examines how forgiveness is presented in Shakespeare, in Christian theology and in everyday practice. The touch of the poet and the novelist is unmistakable.
He Came Down from Heaven by Charles Williams (Eerdmans £1.75). First published in 1938, this book shows how and why the Bible can be subjected to thorough literary criticism for the benefit of all concerned.
In Joy and in Sorrow by Candida Lund (Thomas More Press, £8.95). A collection of prayers for all occasions from men and women of various nations and walks of life.
The Divine Trinity by David Brown (Duckworth £9.95). Yet another brave attempt to show that one can talk about the Trinity without dismissing it as self-contradictory or having to appeal to "mystery".
My First Communion Book by Anthony Bullen (Mayhew McCrimmon L1.25). This attractive booklet includes an introduction to the Eucharist, the Order of Mass and some simple everyday prayers. The Gospel Passions (Geoffrey Chapman £5.95). A beautifully printed and bound lectern edition of the Passion narratives. Every church should have one — or one hundred, depending on the extras in the drama.
Holy Bible — New International Version (Hodder & Stoughton £16.95 & Leather /29.95). Central to this new edition is the comprehensive chain reference system, giving two columns of references in the margins on every page. Other study aids include outline studies of books and figures, archeological supplement, short concordance and a 16-page colour bible atlas.
Good News Bible (Bible Societies/Collins £6.95). Special features in this edition include an introduction to each book of the Bible, cross references, colour photographs, line illustrations, an outline chart of Bible history, a glossary, an index of important subjects.
The Hodder Bible Handbook by Unger & Larson (Hodder & Stoughton £14.95). Three books in one: a hook-by-book Bible commentary, an encyclopaedia of biblical facts, including a summary of Church history, a Bible atlas. The text is complemented by over 500 full colour photographs and illustrations.
Know Your Bible — Workbooks 3 & 4 (Inter-Varsity press £1.25). These booklets offer a variety of studies, including history and biography, and range from Abraham to John's Good News. Down to earth and relevant, they tackle subjects like temptation, mission, marriage and divorce.
Belief in a Mixed Society by Christopher Lamb (Lion Publishing £3.95). Explores the influences and consequences of religious convictions in Britain's pluralist and multi-racial society, especially in social and educational fields.
Man of Peace by Audrey Constant (RMEP £1.00). This new volume in the "Faith in Action" series written for young people, offers a straightforward account of the life and philosophy of Mahatma Gandhi.
Thomas 'Cala