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44 Ways to Expand the teaching Ministry of Your Church
You will find helpful tips that will explain how: teaching is the second best way, after preaching, to attract new members; teaching ministry is the best way to teach young adults born after 1955, teaching reinforces preaching and liturgy, etc.

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Celebrating Possibility
Find in a 4part informational series on improving Christian education. This 14-minute video tells the inspiring story of congregations that have a positive, faith-building influence on there members.

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CHILDREN'S MINISTRY GUIDE FOR SMALLER CHURCHES
Chromey, Rick
Here are practical, real-world suggestions for making the most of your small church setting! You'll find case histories, encouraging examples, and sound advice from children's workers who are making a difference in smaller churches.

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EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION HANDBOOK
This notebook outlines the process for becoming a Certificated Christian Educator, Certified Associate Christian Educator, and Enrolled Educational Assistants. It is a comprehensive manual and takes you step-by-step through the process.

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EFFECTIVE CHRISTIAN EDUCATION
A national study of Protestant congregations. A report for the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.).

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EFFECTIVE CHRISTIAN EDUCATION - A national study of Protestant congregations. A summary report on faith, loyalty, and congregational life.

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EXPLORING CHRISTIAN EDUCATION EFFECTIVENESS
Roehlkepartian, Eugene C.
An inventory for congregational leaders, prepared to provide a way for leaders to become more intentional and reflective about Christian education.

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EXPLORING FAITH MATURITY-FOR ADULTS
Williams, Dorothy L.
Self-study guide for adults. Includes a spiritual self-assessment, chapters on "Four Faith Types," "Trusting and Believing," "Seeking Spiritual Growth," "Integrating Faith and Life," "Holding Life-Affirming Values," "Experiencing the Fruits of Faith," "Nurturing Faith in Community," "Advocating Social Change," "Improving Your Spiritual Life," etc.

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EXPLORING FAITH MATURITY-FOR YOUTH
Williams, Dorothy L.
A self-study guide for youth. Includes chapters on "Understanding Your Spiritual Life," "Self-Assessment," "Four Faith Types," "Trusting and Believing," "Seeking Spiritual Growth," "Integrating Faith and Life," "Holding Life-Affirming Values,' "Nurturing Faith in Community," "Advocating Social Change," "Acting and Serving," etc.

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FAITH MATURITY: WHERE DOES IT COME FROM?
Benson, Peter L.
Third in a 4-part series on improving Christian education. This 24-minute video describes the biographical and congregational experiences that promote faith maturity, based on findings from a national study. 

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LEARNING FOR LIFE: CE AND THE PRACTICE OF FAITH
This comprehensive kit based on the question "What does it mean to follow Jesus as a disciple in this day and at this time?" It is a resource for training, nurturing, and supporting a Christian education ministry in the local church.

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OUT OF THE BASEMENT: A HOLISTIC APPROACH TO CHILDREN'S MINISTRY
Olson, Diane C.
This book is designed to help leaders in local congregations examine their systems of children's ministry in a comprehensive and holistic manner. It is not a cookbook with step-by-step instructions. Rather, this book considers the great value of relationships in children's lives and in their faith journey's. It presents a vision for children's ministry that recognizes children as growing disciples of Jesus Christ.

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PROMOTING FAITH MATURITY: WHAT CONGREGATIONS CAN DO
Benson, Peter L.
Fourth in a 4-part series on improving Christian education. This is a 22-minute video which provides helpful suggestions for achieving the renewal and reform of congregational life, with particular emphasis on Christian education. 

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SIDE BY SIDE: FAMILIES LEARNING & LIVING THE FAITH TOGETHER
Halverson, Delia
Many parents spend little time with their children during the week due to work and other activities or commitments. As a result, they often feel that Sunday is their only time to be together as a family, and they are unwilling to spend an hour separated from their children during Sunday school. This book is a response to this need for family-oriented Sunday school lessons, where parents and children learn about and experience the Christian faith together. It contains 9 45-60 minute complete classroom sessions that focus on specific topics and themes.

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TAKING STOCK: FAITH AMONG U.S. PROTESTANTS
Benson, Peter L.
Second in a 4-part series on improving Christian education. This 26-minute video discusses the nature of faith maturity and describes where adults are in the journey toward a more mature faith. 

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TEACHABLE SPIRIT
Osmer, Richard Robert
Based on the premise that the single most important task before the mainline Protestant churches today is the re-establishment of a vital teaching ministry at every level of church life.

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YEAR WITH EDUCATION MATERIALS
Wangerin, Jr., Walter
Contains information to assist congregations in promoting "The Year With Education." - "Over and Above Commitments for Education, Year With Education Resource Guide," poster for "Year With Education," statement of goal, "Transforming Hearts and Minds."

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