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A01 004C1
AUTHENTIC CONGREGATIONS
Using case studies of "authentic
congregations" - diverse Presbyterian
congregations that area responding creatively and
effectively in their social contexts - the author
draws insights for all congregations desiring more
vital worship, service, and witness. He explores
the controversial issues facing the church today,
and offers wisdom for congregations about how to
engage these issues and to develop faithful
ministries in challenging times.
BK A01 030C1
COMMISSIONED LAY PREACHER RESOURCE BOOK
Leith, John H.
A compilation of 15 presbytery models currently in
use for Commissioned Lay Preacher Training.
Divided into 6 themes or areas of training. As
presbyteries prepare for the 1996 "Book of
Order" Amendments related to CLP's, this
resource will be useful in explaining some of the
issues related to the work and training of CLP's.
BK A01 003C1
DANCING WITH DINOSAURS
Easum, William
The author contends that the church is in danger
of becoming a dinosaur as it continues to develop
ministries as if the church were in charge of a
churched society. This is an attempt to help
leaders plant culturally relevant congregations by
exploring 1st century Christian communities as
primary model for viable congregations in a
hostile world.
BK A01 035C1
DISCERNING GOD'S WILL TOGETHER: A SPIRITUAL
PRACTICE FOR THE CHURCH
Morris, Danny E.; Olsen, Charles M.
Instead of relying on Robert's Rules of Order,
what would happen if people in churches made
decisions based on their spiritual discernment of
the question: "God, is this your will?"
The authors hope that individuals, small groups,
religious deliberative bodies of all sizes will
accept this challenge.
BK A01 008C1
ENCYCLOPEDIA OF THE REFORMED FAITH
McKim, Donald K.
Comprehensive in scope, this book stresses the
importance of events, persons, and theological
concepts which have made the Reformed tradition
significant. Provides authoritative summaries and
stimulating discussion.
BK A01 040C1
GEMS: GOD'S ECUMENICAL MINISTRY, SHARED
Calian, Carnegie Samuel
A manual for persons involved in ecumenical shared
ministry, or people looking at that model.
Sections on foundations of, formation of, pastoral
leadership for, congregational life,
administrative issues, and a message for those
working with ecumenical shared ministries.
BK A01 013C1
INCLUSIVE LANGUAGE IN THE CHURCH
Miller, Patrick D.
A good introduction to questions about language
use. This is not a battle cry for the feminist
movement but rather a solid introduction to the
whole discussion. It examines biblical references
to God, Jesus, the Holy Spirit, and human beings.
BK A01 005C1
IN-BETWEEN CHURCH: NAVIGATING SIZE TRANSITIONS IN
CONGREGATION
Mann, Alice
Alban Senior Consultant Mann draws on her
lengthy experience in helping congregations deal
with the hurdles and anxieties of expansion or
contraction in size. Often, congregations
experiencing size change do not recognize the need
to change culture and form as part of the
successful adaptation process. Mann details the
adjustments in attitude-as well as practice-that
are necessary to support successful size change.
BK A01 019C1
MAINLINE
CHURCHES AND THE EVANGELICALS
Hutcheson, Jr., Richard G.
Depicts the evangelical movement and its
development. Concentrates on such key areas as:
youth, para-church organizations, overseas
mission, charismatic renewal, membership and
growth.
BK A01 020C1
ONCE AND FUTURE CHURCH
Mead, Loren B.
The author believes that the church now meets the
world in the lives of the laity, rather than the
far-off lands of foreign mission. He describes the
challenge of the congregation, paradigms lost,
cracks in the system, reinvention of the church
and much more in this challenging book.
BK A01 034C1
ONCE AND FUTURE CHURCH/TRANSFORMING
CONGREGATIONS-STUDY GUIDE
Rendle, Gilbert R.
This study guide can be used independently with
either or both Mead's books ("Once and Future
Church" and "Transforming Congregations
for the Future") and includes suggestions for
Bible study and group experiences.
VT A01 001C1
ONE LORD, ONE FAITH...MANY CHURCHES
Haverluck, Bob
The history of Christianity is that from one
savior many separate communions have developed.
This video explores the issue not in terms of how
Christians might join in one mega church, but how
we to find unity of faith, sacraments, ministry,
and mission. Not about why we can't get along, but
what is at stake in issues divide Christian
churches.
BK A01 011C1
PARA-CHURCH GROUPS
McKim, Donald K.
This book contains descriptions of various para-church
groups, including some historical background,
strengths and weaknesses as seen from a
Presbyterian perspective, and an annotated
bibliography on sects. Includes: Youth for Christ,
Jews For Jesus, Young Life, Fellowship of
Christian Athletes, Inter-Varsity Christian
Fellowship, etc.
BK A01 018C1
PRESBYTERIANS AND MORMONS
Miller, Patrick D.
This General Assembly study paper contains a brief
history of Mormonism, its practices and beliefs;
expression of concerns regarding Mormonism, a
brief comparison of Presbyterian and Mormon
beliefs, an annotated bibliography and a study
guide.
BK A01 033C1
SHAPED BY THE BIBLE
Willimon, William H.
Offers sound information about the ways
congregations are formed and reformed by the
biblical message and the living Word. Willimon
discusses the ways Scripture can form us, reform
us, and challenge us, as well as the ways we hide
from, close our ears to, and evade the Bible's
claim on us.
BK A01 009C1
SHARING YOUR CHURCH BUILDING
Curtin, Ralph D.
Sharing Your Church Building is a one-of-a-kind
resource that will help pastors and congregations
successfully navigate through the changes and
decisions that are involved in sharing facilities.
For example, church utility, maintenance, and
renovation costs quickly add up, and a sharing of
such expenses between the church and its tenants
is vital. Personality differences arise,
particularly with perceptions of turf, ownership,
and sense of identity. Communication barriers
often emerge when congregations of different
ethnicities share a common space. Each of these
issues, and more, are explored in this book.
BK A01 007C1
STAYING FOCUSED-BUILDING MINISTRY TEAMS FOR
CHRISTIAN FORMATION
Hook, M. Anne Burnette; Clement, Shirley F.
Staying Focused helps leaders of ministry teams in
United Methodist congregations focus on their
stated ministry task and on the spiritual
formation of the team members. If we stay focused
on Christ, avoiding being distracted by the
business of the committee or group, spiritual
formation and guidance from the Spirit will occur.
Helps are provided for leaders of the lay
leadership committee; and for the nurture,
outreach, and witness ministry teams.
BK A01 039C1
SURVIVAL OR REVIVAL
Calian, Carnegie Samuel
This book identifies ten keys to making
congregations vital in the 21st century:
"Worship God Alone, Be Biblically Literate,
Honor Your Heritage, Be a Welcoming Church,
Promote Prayer, Nurture the Youth, Address Issues
Know- legibly, Practice Forgiveness, Work for
Peace and Justice," and "Be People of
Trust."
BK A01 032C1
TRANSFORMING CHURCH BOARDS INTO COMMUNITIES OF
SPIRITUAL LEADERS
Olsen, Charles M.
Provides a model for a new way of working on
church boards that can be fulfilling instead of
draining. The author faces the problem of burnout
among church officers and offers a 4-point
program: shared stories, scripture, prayer, and
discernment.
BK A01 023C1
TRANSFORMING CONGREGATIONS FOR THE FUTURE
Mead, Loren B.
"Church do not 'work' the way they used
to." The author contends that the storm
buffeting the church is very serious, more serious
than we have admitted to ourselves. The author
calls congregations to transformation by preparing
disciples and apostles.
BK A01 024C1
US LIFESTYLES AND
MAINLINE CHURCHES
Sample, Tex
The author raises the question of whether mainline
churches can find vision and identity in their
present state of low morale to commit themselves
to learning and responding to the diverse groups
that make up this society?
BK A01 025C1
WALL OF SEPARATION
Ramsay, William M.
The author describes how the separation of church
and state is now threatened by some of the current
religious movements; and calls for Christians to
address this issue. Offers suggestions for
reestablishing and preserving the constructive
relationship between religion and politics, and
church and state.
BK A01 036C1
WAYS TO DO BOARD AND COUNCIL MEETINGS IN
CONGREGATIONS
Olsen, Charles M.
Meetings tend to be future focused. But why
shouldn't meetings look back over the collective
shoulder? Take time to identify and retell the
stories, then reflect upon them by weaving in
master stories from the biblical tradition.
Experience shows that storied meetings are
actually shorter than agenda-driven ones.
BK A01 026C1
WELL-INTENTIONED DRAGONS
Shelley, Marshall
Every church has them-people who seem to be
working against you, antagonists instead of
allies. They are often well-meaning and are
convinced they are serving God. This is a book
about the strenuous task of dealing with difficult
people and ministering while under attack.
BK A01 027C1
WHAT'S RIGHT WITH THE CHURCH
Willimon, William H.
A spirited statement for those who have not given
up on the church, and for those who have. Chapters
on: "Where Is the Church? In, But Not of, the
World, The Bible-The Church's Book, Common Prayer,
Priests Everywhere, Why the Church? Acting Like
Christians, Preaching, Hearing Is Believing,"
etc.
BK A01 038C1
WHEN CHURCHES WORK TOGETHER
Olsen, Charles M.
A guide intended to facilitate a discussion of
several theological and practical issues that will
need to be addressed as the larger Christian
community seeks to work and live together. It
contains a glossary of commonly used terms and
contains sections on worship, social witness,
evangelism, difficulties in working together,
resources, calendar.
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