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ACROSS THE CENTURIES
Griggs, Donald L.
Designed to help church officers better understand The "Book of Order," especially the form of government. Using artful computer graphics the video leads the viewer through the "Book of Order" and provides an overview of its structure and contents. 

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BELONGING TO GOD
Placher, William C.
This book is a section-by-section, line-by-line commentary on the meaning of "A Brief Statement of Faith" and on its relevance for today. It will interest those concerned about the relationship of the Christian tradition and contemporary issues. 

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BETWEEN MILLENNIA: WHAT PRESBYTERIANS BELIEVE ABOUT CHRIST'S COMING
This booklet discusses Presbyterians' beliefs about the second coming of Christ, end times, the rapture, and the millennium. Included are confessional statements and bibliographic resources.

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BOOK OF ORDER-CURRENT EDITION
The Book of Order is the second part of the Constitution of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). This volume contains the Form of Government, the Directory for Worship, and the Rules of Discipline. Additional information is provided to the reader through the inclusion of Received Ecumenical Statements of Guidance, Articles of Agreement, and material on the seal of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.).

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BOOK OF CONFESSIONS
Placher, William C.
Part I of the Constitution of the Presbyterian Church (USA). Contains the 11 confessional documents of the denomination and a comprehensive cross-reference index. It also includes color photographs and explanations of the symbolism in eight of the confessions. 

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BOOK OF INTERIM ORDINATION RITES
Placher, William C.
Provides ordination services for deacons, elders, and ministers of the Word and Sacrament. Included are services adapted from "The Worshipbook" and "The Book of Common Worship. ,"

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BRIEF STATEMENT OF FAITH
Placher, William C.
This statement is part of the Constitution of the Presbyterian Church (USA) and may be found in "The Book of Confessions. ,"

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BRIEF STATEMENT OF FAITH
Guthrie, Shirley C.
This 14-minute video briefly outlines the Presbyterian Statement of Faith. 

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BRIEF STATEMENT OF FAITH-INTRODUCTORY GUIDE
Placher, William C.
A guide for developing a clear understanding of the content of this confession. 

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BRIEF STATEMENT OF FAITH-STUDY COURSE
Cruse, Kenn
This is a 7-part study of the "Brief Statement of Faith," complete with line-by-line study of the creed, biblical references, interpretation and its values. 

VT A02 016C1
CELEBRATE THE JOURNEY: PRESBYTERIAN PRESENCE IN THE U.S.A.
Bartel, Michelle
Pegging the Presbyterian presence to chronological periods in the United States, beginning with the Colonial Period and continuing through the 1990's, "Celebrate the Journey" lifts up key Presbyterian leaders for their contribution to both the church and society. 

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CHRONOLOGICAL AND BACKGROUND CHARTS OF CHURCH HISTORY
Walton, Robert C.
The 84 charts in this book provide a summary of key persons, events, dates, and ideas throughout church history-from ancient to modern European and American.

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CLERKS OF SESSION MANUAL-PROVIDENCE PRESBYTERY
Kirkpatrick, Clifton; Hopper, William H.
This comprehensive manual is designed to help newly elected, and experienced, clerks of session carry out their responsibilities. 

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COMPANION TO THE CONSTITUTION
Beattie, Frank A.
This book is intended to be an aide to education and understanding. It presents essential materials in a manner that equips the officers and members for effective ministry. 

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CONFESSIONS AND CREEDS-JACK ROGERS
Rogers, Jack
This video is divided into two parts: "Essential Tenets of the Reformed Faith" (36 minutes); and "Touring the Creeds" (52 minutes. As of 07/02/97 Resource Center has no copies of part 1 and has 2 copies of part 2 (see also VT A02 002C1).

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DEAR HEARTS
Jameson, Vic
Jameson talked with 36 Presbyterians from around the United States, including Newbery Award winner Katherine Paterson and former moderator of the Presbyterian Church (USA) John Fife. The interviews reveal what life in the church means to these very different individuals. Their stories are filled with insight for Presbyterians everywhere. 

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DECLARATION OF FAITH
Placher, William C.
This document was adopted by the 1977 and the 1992 General Assemblies "...as a contemporary statement of faith, a reliable aid for Christian study, liturgy, and inspiration, with the clear understanding that only the Westminster Standards are constitutional. ,"

VT A02 018C1
EVERYDAY PRESBYTERIANS
Meister, J. W. Gregg
This video shares the stories of those of ordinary people. It can help us focus on particular aspects of life in the Church that we value & toward which we strive. Part 1 (16-min.) "Family Portrait," Part 2 (13-min.) "Everyday Presbyterians," Part 3 (13-min.) "Reaching Out a Helping Hand," and Part 4 (6-min.) Building the Future." Viewers Guide. 

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EXPLORING OUR FAITH AS PRESBYTERIANS
Taylor, J. Randolph
This study is based on four presentations given by Dr. Taylor at the 1988 Christian Education Conference in Montreat, North Carolina. The conference participants requested that the presentations be made available for study. 

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FIELD GUIDE TO PRESBYTERIAN CONGREGATIONS
Woolever, Cynthia; Bruce, Deborah
What do 50,000 worshipers in Presbyterian pews have to say? This field guide answers such questions as: "Who attends worship in Presbyterian Congregations?" "To what extent are Presbyterian congregations nurturing spiritual lives of their worshipers?" Are worshipers involved in their communities, or do they focus primarily on their congregations?" "What are the strengths of Presbyterian congregations?"

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FINDING CHRIST IN THE BOOK OF ORDER
Chapman, William E.
Chapman explores the theological framework of the Book of Order of the Presbyterian Church (USA), illustrating how this can be overlooked if the book of Order is used as an operations manual. Well suited for officer training sessions, adult study groups, and new member classes.

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GREAT ENDS OF THE CHURCH-COMMON GROUND-RECLAIMING PRESBYTERIAN UNITY
Meister, J. W. Gregg
This video is designed to help facilitate interest in the study recommended by the General Assembly on the "Great Ends of the Church." It could also be used to help church officers and leaders, confirmation classes, new members, get a flavor of a distinctively Presbyterian understanding of the church's purpose. 

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HOW TO SPELL PRESBYTERIAN-REVISED
This revised edition of the readable, accessible book is divided into six parts-key ideas, commitment, witness, order, discipline, and covenant-and includes a handy glossary to commonly used Presbyterian terms.

VT A02 010C1
IN SPIRIT AND IN TRUTH
Guthrie, Shirley C.
Introduces the Directory of Worship, the denomination's guide for the worship life of the church. Gives clergy, church officers, and people in the pews a personal tour of the entire text of this critical document for the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) 

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LIVING AS NEIGHBORS: LATTER-DAY SAINTS AND PRESBYTERIANS
Calian, Carnegie Samuel
The packet is intended to assist members of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) as we seek to live as neighbors with Mormons (specifically those in the Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter-day Saints-Utah) or with those whose life experiences have brought strong contacts in both Mormon and Presbyterian circles. 

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MINISTRY OF SERVICE-GUIDE TO THE MEANING OF ORDINATION
Mulder, John M.
A booklet especially for groups in the church that want to know whom we should ordain, functions of each office, and gifts and character requisite for each office. The guide can be used by pastor nominating committees, personnel committees, Sunday School classes, and Presbytery Committees on Ministry and Preparation for Ministry. 

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NOMINATING CHURCH OFFICERS
Mulder, John M.
This booklet discusses how a committee is constituted, how it conceives its task, how it goes about its work, ways to spiritually prepare the committee, setting criteria for nominees, learning about potential candidates, choosing a slate of nominees, approaching nominees, preparing the report, and a form for congregational nominations. 

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ON CALLING A PASTOR: A MANUAL FOR CHURCHES SEEKING PASTORS
Placher, William C.
This manual walks a pastor nominating committee through the steps of calling a pastor, beginning with the theological foundations of a pastoral call, and continuing through the installation. It is a clear and helpful outline of the entire process. 

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OUR PRESBYTERIAN BELIEF
Gear, Felix B.
In one compact volume, the author provides the history, theology, and philosophy of Presbyterians in the reformed tradition, complete with thought-provoking questions and readily understandable answers. Indexed for quick reference. 

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PRESBYTERIAN BELIEFS-A BRIEF INTRODUCTION
McKim, Donald K.
This book is a clear introduction to the major beliefs of Presbyterians. It is written non-technically to provide readers with a clear discussion of what Presbyterians believe about key theological topics. It is arranged according to three broad headings: the God Who Reveals, Creates, and Guides; the Christ Who Saves People Like Us; and the Church Where Faith Begins, is Nourished, and Grows##all to the glory of God! The book is ideal for personal and group study in churches.

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PRESBYTERIAN CREEDS: GUIDE TO BOOK OF CONFESSIONS
Rogers, Jack
The author explains terms and places current issues in perspective by examining the meaning of the creeds and confessions in their role in history. If you are using the video "Essential Tenants of the Reformed Faith" this is an good companion to that study. 

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PRESBYTERIAN ELDER
Wright, Paul S.
A standard work, revised by Ben Lane, for all session members. This book describes the requirements of the office, how sessions are engaged and organized to do their work, and the basic theology and principles of the Presbyterian system. 

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PRESBYTERIAN UNDERSTANDING & USE OF HOLY SCRIPTURE
This position statement was adopted by the 123rd General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church in the United States. This document also includes "Biblical Authority & Interpretation", a resource document received by the 194th General Assembly (1982) of the United Presbyterian Church in the United States of America.

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PRESBYTERIAN POLITY AND PARLIAMENTARY PROCEDURE
Taylor, J. Randolph
This resource responds to four questions: 1) "What is a Presbyterian?" 2) "What is a Presbyterian Woman?" 3) "What is Presbyterian Polity," and 4) What is Parliamentary Procedure? ,"

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PRESBYTERIAN POLITY FOR CHURCH OFFICERS-CURRENT EDITION
Gray, Joan S.; Tucker, Joyce C.
This book offers a comprehensive interpretation of the BOOK OF ORDER and Presbyterian polity. An authoritative presentation covering all aspects of church polity for the new denomination. 

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PRESBYTERIAN SOCIAL WITNESS POLICY COMPILATION
Placher, William C.
A compendium of social witness policy statements, resolutions, overtures, and commissioners' resolutions that have been approved by General Assemblies of the Presbyterian Church (USA) and its predecessor bodies from 1946-1999. 

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PRESBYTERIAN SOURCE
Weeks, Louis B.
Using 12 biblical passages, the author helps adult study groups, Bible study groups, and individuals study the Bible as they reflect on who they are as Presbyterians. He explores the Presbyterian tradition, which has used the Bible as a guide, remaining faithful to both the Old and New Testaments. 
 
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PRESBYTERIANS-THEIR HISTORY AND BELIEFS
Lingle, Walter
L. A "popular" account of the chief events and doctrines of the Presbyterian Church. Concise, but full of color and movement, it traces the spiritual ancestry of Presbyterians from the Bible to the present. 

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PRESBYTERIANS: MAKING ALL THINGS NEW
Guthrie, Shirley C.
This video illustrates Presbyterian traits with various materials from the archives of the Presbyterian Historical Society in Philadelphia. It shows Presbyterians in their own time carrying out these traits. 

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PRESBYTERIANS: PART I-THE PEOPLE
Guthrie, Shirley C.
This is a 29-minute video, whose primary focus is Presbyterians. It deals with the history, theology, polity, and mission of the Presbyterian Church. 

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PRESBYTERIANS: PART II-HISTORY AND TRADITIONS
Guthrie, Shirley C.
This video helps answer the question, "Who are we Presbyterians and how did we get to be this way?" It is an outline of the history of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), divided into seven segments. Study guide included. 

VT A02 001C1
PRESBYTERIANS: PART III-BELIEF AND DOCTRINE
Haverluck, Bob
Some of the major ideas dealt with in this 28-minute video are: 1. Faith, Belief, Theology, and Doctrine, 2. The Grace of Our Lord Jesus Christ, 3. The Love of God, and 4. The Communion of the Holy Spirit. 

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PRESBYTERIANS: PART IV-POLITY
Guthrie, Shirley C.
This 17-minute video is designed to help Presbyterians understand how we order the life of our denomination. A study guide is included, along with a list of recommended books. 

VT A02 006C1
PRESBYTERIANS: PART V-VISION AND MISSION
Guthrie, Shirley C.
This 26-minute video helps answer the question: "How do we Presbyterians respond to Christ's call to 'Do this in remembrance of me'?" It explores what responding to Christ's call looks like in everyday life. 

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READING THE BIBLE & THE CONFESSIONS
Rogers, Jack
Jack Rogers sets forth seven guidelines for the interpretation of scripture and the Confessions. He builds upon the confessional and governmental heritage of the church in offering suggestions for practical application of these interpretations in the future. His purpose is to stimulate individual and communal use of both scripture and the Confessions in accordance with Presbyterian faith, and he encourages us to use these resources to apply Christ's message in our own time and context.

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SEALED IN CHRIST
Mulder, John M.
Individual chapters devoted to the factors of the seal and appropriately illustrated with the cross, dove, fish, book, pulpit, cup, fire, and triangle. 

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SO YOU'RE A LAY EMPLOYEE IN THE PCUSA
Coalter, Milton J.
Developed to help non-ordained employees understand their role in the denomination and the relationship of their work to the larger church. Also intended to inform them of their rights and responsibilities. 

VT A02 013C1
SO, YOU'VE BEEN ELECTED A DEACON
Guthrie, Shirley C.
A 44-minute video, including workbook, which can be used in four sessions: "The Office of Deacon, Presbyterian Faith and Order," Deacons at Work," and "Duties and Ordination." 

VT A02 014C1
SO, YOU'VE BEEN ELECTED AN ELDER...
Guthrie, Shirley C.
This is a self-study video for newly elected Presbyterian elders. Workbook included. Video is 56-minutes long. 

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THEOLOGICAL STATEMENTS OF THE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (USA) (1935-1996)
Cruse, Kenn
This catalog includes major statements: 1) that have appeared in the "General Assembly Minutes," 2) whose subject matter is either directly theological or includes a strong theological component, and 3) that are of continuing significance to the theological life of the church today. 

VT A02 017C1
TO ALL GENERATIONS: BOOK OF CONFESSIONS
Meister, J. W. Gregg
Historical vignettes about the eleven documents in the Book of Confessions place them in their proper context. Graphic art illustrates complex theological assertions, such as the true presence of Christ in the Lord's Supper. Actors bring to life the crucial debate at Nicaea, the courage of John Knox, and the precision of Professor Wallace. 

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TO BE A PRESBYTERIAN
Weeks, Louis B.
A concise, clearly written, and informative introduction to what it means to be a Presbyterian. Can be used with new and prospective members, this volume is especially useful for communicants# classes. Real people, real churches, real communities, and real experiences make up the background for this introduction to Presbyterianism.

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TO CONFESS THE FAITH TODAY
Stotts, Jack L.
Contains the text of the Brief Statement of Faith, and chapters on: "A Brief History of the Creedal Task, The Role of Creeds in Reformed Churches, Contemporary Confession and Biblical Authority, Inclusive Language and the Brief Statement of Faith. 

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UNITY IN THE MIDST OF DIVERSITY
Arnold, Brian
The purpose of this booklet is to provide a copy of Moderator Oldenburg's sermon on "The Nature of the Unity We Seek in our Diversity," models for biblically based dialogue on matters of controversy, and an initial resource list and order form to assist leaders of this dialogue. 

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WE BELIEVE
Eberts, Jr., Harry W.
This book helps Presbyterians, especially current and future church officers, understand more fully the creeds that are part of their faith. 

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WHAT ABOUT PREDESTINATION?
Coffin, William Sloane
This reprint of an article from "Presbyterian Survey" discusses the history and meaning of a much-misunderstood tenet - predestination. It is a clear description of this difficult concept. 

VT A02004C1
WHAT IT MEANS TO BE A PRESBYTERIAN
Guthrie, Shirley C.
Part of the "Foundations of Faith" series, this video is designed to be used in four 25-minute sessions. 

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WHAT PRESBYTERIANS BELIEVE
Gettys, Joseph M.
A study book which offers an interpretation of the Westminster Standards. Covers such subjects as: "Our Rule of Faith and Life, Our Sovereign God, Our Need of God's Redemption, Our Means of Salvation, Our Experience of Salvation," etc. 

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WHAT UNITES PRESBYTERIANS: COMMON GROUND FOR TROUBLED TIMES
Kirkpatrick, Clifton; Hopper, William H.
The Presbyterian Church (USA) often seems to relish its divisions more than celebrate the unity which does exist within this denomination. This book is ideal for use in church officer training and must reading for all Presbyterians who want to understand their faith tradition more fully. 

VT A02 003C1
WHO ARE WE PRESBYTERIANS?
Rogers, Jack
This video is Episode 1 of the VISION network "Celebrate the Journey", a 13-week cable television series, intended to set the context for videos about Presbyterian mission and Christian education which followed. 

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