For the Love of Stephen: The Story of a Boy Who Was Never Broken

Tue, 07 Apr, 2026 at 06:00 pm UTC-04:00

405 N Market St, North Manchester, IN, United States, Indiana 46962 | North Manchester

North Manchester Public Library
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For the Love of Stephen: The Story of a Boy Who Was Never Broken
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A true story of resilience and love.
“For the Love of Stephen is my debut memoir - a heartfelt, honest, and often humorous tribute to my remarkable brother, Steve. Born with intellectual and developmental disabilities, Steve defied society’s expectations and transformed every life he touched.
More than a family story, this book is a journey of love, resilience, and the unshakable truth that Steve was never broken. I wrote it for anyone who believes that every life has meaning, every voice deserves to be heard, and every story is worth remembering.”
Dr. Stuart D. Jones is a retired higher-education executive and former church minister who now teaches college courses part-time and writes with a passion shaped as much by life as by books. Over the years, he has spoken at many universities, churches, conferences, seminars, workshops, and leadership events around the world on a variety of topics. A devoted advocate for disability rights, he believes every life has purpose and worth.

Yet no credential has shaped him more deeply than being Steve’s brother.

Dr. Jones holds advanced degrees in both education and theology and has been published in several academic forums. For the Love of Stephen is his first work of narrative nonfiction - and by far, his most personal.
Join Dr. Stuart as he leads an interactive presentation about For The Love of Stephen, and selected readings from the book. There will be a meet and greet with the author along with a book sale and signing at the end of the program.
Program Cost: Free
Program Age Requirements: All ages welcome
Registration: No
Location: Blocher Community Room
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