Sunday Morning Memories [hardcover] [Hardcover]

Don Reid (Author), Harold Reid (Foreword)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 1, 2004

Growing up in a small Protestant church in a typical small town may sound quite dull to some folks, but most churches of this sort have plenty of character - and characters! - to give them some excitement. If you've ever attended a church like this, you have probably encountered some people and situations just like the ones Don Reid describes in his humorous, sentimental, and very nostalgic book, Sunday Morning Memories. Don Reid, in his wonderfully witty and down-to-earth way: ò Runs the gamut of subjects from covered dish suppers to family pews to revivals to Vacation Bible School. ò Reminisces about stray radio signals coming through the PA system, using Sunday school money for purposes other than the collection plate, and skipping church on Sunday night to go to the movies. ò Reflects on candlelight services on Christmas Eve, Easter Sunrise services, weddings, and funerals. ò Reminds us to appreciate our church family, our different denominations, our church traditions, and our Lord.

Editorial Reviews

Review

Don's stories about church and the people who attend are humorous, insightful, and touching. They're great! -- Roger Howerton, Acquisitions, New Leaf Press and Master Books, February 13, 2004

About the Author

Don Reid is an original member of the Statler Brothers, country music's premier singing group for nearly 40 years. He has written over 200 published and recorded songs and received numerous awards and accolades worldwide for his singing and songwriting, and even co-wrote seven seasons of the number-one variety series, "The Statler Brothers Show." He is an elder and Sunday school teacher in the Presbyterian church where he has been a member since childhood. Don's first book for New Leaf Press was Heroes and Outlaws of the Bible.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 163 pages
• Publisher: New Leaf Press (April 1, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 089221564X
• ISBN-13: 978-0892215645
• Product Dimensions: 7.8 x 5.3 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #159,642 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars So that's why I've never seen Don at a covered dish supper!, March 9, 2004

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Lisa Mears (Staunton, VA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Sunday Morning Memories [hardcover] (Hardcover)

I should first mention that I am a regular member of the church Don Reid writes about in Sunday Morning Memories. That's one reason I was eager to read the book. Another reason is he included a great story about my father as a kid. (See the chapter titled "Money." I'm proud to say that Bobby, the entrepreneur candy salesman is my Dad. He still carries candy to church each Sunday morning- but now he gives it away free, thank you Skippy!) Each story Don tells about his church life reminds me of one of my own. Being able to entertain you with his personal stories, but also helping you remember your own is what makes Don a great writer and this a great book. You don't need to have the "Habit" (of going to church) to enjoy these anecdotes, there's a story for everyone in Sunday Morning Memories. My only complaint is that it left me wanting more. Maybe that's not such a bad thing. Thanks, Don.

16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Reid reveals a wealth of life lessons, May 18, 2004

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Midwest Book Review (Oregon, WI USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Sunday Morning Memories [hardcover] (Hardcover)

Sunday Morning Memories is a collection of reminences by Don Reid of growing up attending church services and church-sponsored events in his community. In looking back down the years, Reid reveals a wealth of life lessons learned from and shared with family and friends. It was in those Sunday meetings and services that habits and attitudes were formed and reinforced to last a lifetime. Sunday Morning Memories is very highly recommended reading for any and all members of the Christian community -- and might well inspire some readers to rejoin their church community in their church service celebrations, their Sunday School classes, vacation Bible schools and camps, Christmas and Easter pageants, pot-luck suppers, and more!

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Sunday Morning Review, January 13, 2008

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Michelle Taylor Skipper "ecuprof" (North Carolina) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Sunday Morning Memories [hardcover] (Hardcover)

I bought this book as a Christmas gift for my mom....a huge Statler brothers fan. She absolutely loved it. She said it made her think of old days and happier times.