A Man Called Peter

by Catherine Marshall

Overview

New York Times Best Seller - Story of Dr. Peter Marshall, Chaplain of the United States Senate

 

Confidant to the powerful. Friend to all. Man of God.

 

Peter Marshall, the poor Scottish immigrant who became chaplain of the United States Senate, was one of the most revered men in America. This book, written by his wife, Catherine Marshall, provides a unique glimpse into the life of this passionate preacher. 

 

Peter Marshall was known for his clear-eyed humility, infectious humor, and practical insights into the ways of God.  In his journey from Scottish immigrant to one of America's best-loved preachers, he engaged straight from the heart with people from all walks of life. 

 

When elected Chaplain of the U.S. Senate, Peter's winsome ability to bring God into the affairs of government touched the very soul of America.

 

A Man Called Peter, containing some of his powerful sermons and prayers as chaplain of the United States Senate, offers insights into God, humanity and significant issues of the day. 

 

A Man Called Peter impacted millions of readers, remaining on the New York Tiimes best seller list for a stunning 170 weeks. The Oscar nominated movie based on the book is still popular today.

Product Details

BN ID:	2940165630668
Publisher:	Evergreen Farm Publishing
Publication date:	06/29/2021
Sold by:	Draft2Digital
Format:	eBook
Sales rank:	272,894
File size:	558 KB

About the Author

Catherine Marshall, New York Times best-selling author of thirty books, is best known for her novel Christy. Based on the life of her mother, a teacher of mountain children in poverty-stricken Tennessee, Christy captured the hearts of millions and became apopular CBS television series. As her mother reminisced around the kitchen table at Evergreen Farm, Catherine probed for details and insights into the rugged lives of these Appalachian highlanders.A beloved inspirational writer and speaker, Catherine's enduring career spanned four decades and six continents, and reached over 30 million readers.

Table of Contents

Preface

Acknowledgments

Chapter 1 Above Time and Circumstance

Chapter 2 Under Sealed Orders

Chapter 3 Singing in the Rain

Chapter 4 The Perils of a Young Preacher

Chapter 5 The Halls of Highest Human Happiness

Chapter 6 The Home of Your Dreams

Chapter 7 The Preacher-Bridegroom

Chapter 8 The Country He Left Behind

Chapter 9 Washington--Opportunity Unlimited

Chapter 10 The Man at Home

Chapter 11 Christianity Can Be Fun

Chapter 12 The Second Year Is the Hardest

Chapter 13 Man wi' His Laddie

Chapter 14 God Still Answers Prayer

Chapter 15 Waverly

Chapter 16 Preacher's Workshop

Chapter 17 Valiant Heart

Chapter 18 The Dominie

Chapter 19 Together

Chapter 20 See You in the Morning

Notes

About the Author