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Author: Anna

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A first for Branch FM

A month ago, I had the pleasure of being interviewed by Barnabas at Branch FM about my new book. He … More

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You must listen to this!

On most days, I listen to the Global News podcast from the BBC. Today when I tuned in, I was … More

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A book growing

Can you help me? There’s another book on the way!

I have fantastic news to share with you. Based on the first few chapters I have written, my publishers are … More

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I’ve launched my book, and now I wonder if people think I’m crazy.

On Saturday, I sat on stage at my church and spoke to a small audience and online viewers about my … More

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My YouVersion 5-Day Bible Plan: When the needs of the world are overwhelming

I’m delighted to let you know that a Bible plan I wrote for YouVersion (www.bible.com) went live on their site … More

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Book Launch Link for Saturday 18th March

The official launch of Anna’s book ‘Come with me to Kathmandu: Twelve powerful stories of women’s courageous faith in Nepal’ … More

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It’s International Women’s Day, and I can reveal some pieces I have been working on

My publisher, Authentic Media, and I have been collaborating on various projects over the last few months, which is why … More

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Come with me to Kathmandu book cover with Out Now sticker

Come with me to Kathmandu is OUT NOW!

I’m delighted to announce that Come with me to Kathmandu is out today (depending on where you live). Here’s how … More

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Listen to me being interviewed on UCB2

It was my honour and privilege to be interviewed by Ruth O’Reilly-Smith on UCB2 radio yesterday. I was racked with … More

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Ground Rush

It’s not long now until the release of my book ‘Come with me to Kathmandu: 12 powerful stories of women’s … More

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Who Am I? Shanti Foundation book front cover

Now Available: Who Am I? Delving into the lives and experiences of people living with HIV

It has been a labour of love. The collaborative project between myself, my daughter and the Shanti Foundation to bring … More

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European Prayer Breakfast Brussels logo

Protected: European Prayer Breakfast: Suki’s story sample chapter

There is no excerpt because this is a protected post.

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12 powerful stories of women's courageous faith in Nepal Anna Townsend

Revealed: the front cover of my new book!

I am delighted to unveil the front cover of my forthcoming book ‘Come with me to Kathmandu: 12 powerful stories … More

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Announcing a collaboration between Anna Townsend and Shanti Foundation

Announcing a Collaboration

I am delighted to let you know that I will be working with the Shanti Foundation in order to publish their book ‘Who Am I? Delving into the lives and experiences of people living with HIV in Nepal’ on Amazon to reach an international audience.

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Reflection questions on Psalm 6

Five questions to help you reflect on Psalm 6

I get so much more from a passage when I follow guided questions to reflect on it rather than read someone else’s thoughts about Bible verses. It is far too easy to be passive, but questions make me stop and take in what I am reading.

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Placing end of sari over head prayer

Covering my Head

I have spent the last month with a scarf close at hand and attempting to cover my head each time I pray. My hope was to feel more reverential and in awe of God, but I’m afraid I can’t …

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Arranged child marriage theology

What does God think of arranged marriages and other questions I hadn’t thought to ask

One of the beauties of moving and living in different countries and continents (hence the ‘dislocated’ in the name of … More

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Bus parked in Kathmandu

Suki’s Escape

Suki’s life has been very hard. She was disfigured as a child after rolling into a fire; consequently, she has … More

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Van Gogh Good Samaritan Question

What if the Good Samaritan hadn’t been able to help?

Like most people, I want to identify with the Good Samaritan and help those in difficult circumstances. However, I fear I am more like the religious elites and often ignore the desperate.
Even when I do try to help, it’s not always easy.

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Christ the redeemer statue reminding us to fear God

Finding the fear (Jesus is not my boyfriend)

I am supremely grateful that I grew up in a church that introduced me to Jesus as a friend. From … More

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