Endorsements “Jean’s charming book will make you want to read . . . and read.  And the title alone is worth the price of the book!”          Nell Sunukjian, Director of Women’s Ministries, Evangelical Free         Church in Fullerton, California. “I read A Novel Tea in one sitting.  Throughout the reading—while enjoying a cup of tea—I thought of many ways I could take Jean’s ideas and use them at my own special times with friends and neighbors.”          Arlene Allen, Director of National Women’s Ministries Department,         General Council of the Assemblies of God. “For anyone who loves to share a good read, A Novel Tea is more than just a nod and a nosh.  It’s a beautifully written high-tea experience with substance for the soul.  Jean Chapman has given you all the tea-time tips you need to start your own Novel Tea friendship group wrapped around stories that warm, soothe and stimulate—just like a good cup of tea.  Sip it slowly.”          Judi Braddy, author of Prodigal in the Parsonage; It All Comes Out in the         Wash, and Simple Seasons: Lighthearted Lessons for Large Living. “What an incredible little book!  It made me laugh and it made me cry.  But more than that, it reminded me how very precious and fleeting our time on earth really is.  If you long to make your life count; if you want to bring a new depth and richness to your relationships, this book is for you!  Beyond sharing a cup of tea, you’ll learn how to go the extra mile and discover the joy of intentional living.  And along the way, you will learn to love, not just in word, but also in deed.”           Joanna Weaver, Author of Having a Mary Heart in a Martha World:         Finding Intimacy With God in the Busyness of Life, and With This Ring:         Promises to Keep. “Jean Chapman is a gracious woman you would love to have tea with.  She is a class act, well-educated, and yet can easily talk with all women.  A Novel Tea is a warm, heart-felt book with many good ideas and “how-to’s.”  It will get you excited about serving tea, reading classic literature, and developing new friends.  This precious book will open your heart to smiles and tears.”          Emilie Barnes, Author and Founder of More Hours In My Day. “Using a wonderfully broad and descriptive vocabulary, Jean paints beautiful pictures of ordinary things made special.  She gives creative ideas on how to enrich your life as well as bless others—family, old friends and new acquaintances.  Reading this book will be a relaxing respite. But it will also stimulate and excite you about new dimensions that are attainable for any of us.”        Elnora Dresselhaus, Pastor’s wife from San Diego, California. “Jean has tilted the lid of her soul in this book and treated its readers to a brew of warm hearts, damp eyes, and new resolve.  I have heard the rattling of the cups, and I’m on my way to the hutch.  I’m determined to read from her reading list and join the tea party.   This is a ‘must read’ that will have you mobilized.   Fill up the kettle and settle in.  ‘One lump or two?’”           Judy Rachels, Director of Women’s Ministries, Southern California District         of the Assemblies of God. “Ever the gifted teacher, mentor and motivator, Jean has given us a timeless treasure in A Novel Tea.  Whether it is a cup of tea and a good book or some other passion of your life, this unique and inspiring book is chock-full of practical tips and creative ideas and tools for pursuing meaningful and lifelong friendships.  Don’t be surprised if you find yourself, as I do, picking it up to re- read from time to time!”        Glenna Adamson, wife of Arden Adamson, Superintendent of the         Wisconsin-Northern Michigan District Council of the Assemblies of God.