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ADVENTURE IN PRESBYTERIAN CONFIRMATION AND MEMBERSHIP-LEADER'S GUIDE
Beattie, Frank A.; Kerr, Ronn
Designed to provide the leader with everything necessary to teach the course without additional resources. Workbooks and membership books available.

KT E06 003C1
BELONGING TO GOD: A FIRST CATECHISM - DELUXE STARTER KIT

Cook, J. Keith
This sampler has everything needed to explore and plan a program of catechism instruction in congregations. Pastors, educators, and Christian Education committees can examine all the available materials for the four educational settings: Special Settings, Sacraments, Confirmation and Pre-Confirmation, and Family. 

BK E06 006C1
BIG PICTURE-A RESOURCE FOR CONFIRMATION AND PRECONFIRMATION

Lowry, Korey E.; Peterson-Davis, Kerri
A magazine-style resource for teaching children in grades 6-8 the basics of Christian faith. Written by veteran youth pastors, its nine sessions are chockfull of engaging activities and stimulating conversation starters. 

BK E06 008C1
BIG PICTURE-SUPPLEMENT FOR LEADERS

Bush, Michael D.; Lamberson, Zeta T.
Each leaders needs a copy of this supplement, which supplies fresh ideas for presenting and reinforcing the sessions. 

BK E06 022C1
CAN WE TALK? CONVERSATIONS FOR FAITH-THE STUDY CATECHISM-TEACHER'S G.

Anderson, Emily J.; Easley, Kendy L.M.
The 7 sessions are shaped by key questions, such as "Who Am I? Who Is God? What Does God Expect of Me?" The session plans are filled with activities and conversation starters. The questions, which are highlighted at the beginning of each session, are explored using questions and answers from the catechism & accompanying biblical references. 

BK E06 005C1
CAN WE TALK?-STUDENT JOURNAL

Anderson, Emily J.; Easley, Kendy L.M.
Designed as a personal journal for use with "Can We Talk?" and "The Study Catechism, Confirmation Version." Each week there are sections on "The Catechism, Reflections, Looking Ahead, Living It Out," and "Food for the Soul." 

KT E06 004C1
CATECHISMS

Cook, J. Keith
This notebook contains copies of "Belonging to God: A First Catechism - With Biblical References, The Study Catechism: Full Version with Biblical References," and "The Study Catechism: Confirmation Version." These may be reproduced. 

BK E06 010C1
DEVOTION AND DISCIPLINE-TRAINING FOR PRESBYTERIAN LEADERS

Griffith, Guy D.; Santana-Grace, Ruth Faith
This study guide introduces the Ten Commandments and Lord's Prayer sections of the "Study Catechism." It is a companion piece to the "Foundations of Faith" curriculum, but also has individual and particular applications. 

BK E06 009C1
FOUNDATIONS OF FAITH-EDUCATION FOR NEW CHURCH MEMBERS-STUDENT GUIDE

Lamberson, Zeta T.; Bush, Michael D.
Provides questions and answers for group sessions, along with supporting scripture passages. There is a section to explore the catechism questions and answers in greater depth, explaining the theology and suggesting connections for faith and life. There is also a journal for each session. 

BK E06 007C1
FOUNDATIONS OF FAITH-EDUCATION FOR NEW CHURCH MEMBERS-TEACHER'S GUIDE

Bush, Michael D.; Lamberson, Zeta T.
An eight-sessions course designed to teach Christians the foundation of our faith. Based on the Apostles' Creed and the section of the "Study Catechism" that expounds on the Apostles' Creed, this resource provides an opportunity for Christians to consider what the church confesses, our own reflections on this material, and what is means for how we live our lives. 

VT E06 002C1
GUIDE FOR CONFIRMATION-COMMISSIONING

Lester, Ted A.
This 71-minute video has eight sections: "The Sacraments, Presbyterian Mission," Presbyterians Serve Others, Our Creeds, Our History in America, Polity, Marks of Membership, A Service of the Renewal of Baptism." 

BK E06 019C1
JOINING CHRIST'S FAMILY

Grupp, Robert L.
The purpose of this manual is to help members and member candidates of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) to grasp the meaning of church membership on the basis of the redeeming work of Jesus Christ. It is divided into 9 sections, includes scripture verses, resource articles, etc. 

BK E06 020C1
JOURNEY TO DISCIPLESHIP-REVISED EDITION-STUDENT

Throop, Harvey G.
Disciplines of the Christian life, so important to young people's on-going growth, are highlighted. Participants will familiarize themselves with the purpose & practice of worship, learn the origin & meaning of the sacraments, discover the purpose & place of prayer, & study the nature of service to which we have been called as Christ's followers. 

BK E06 021C1
JOURNEY TO DISCIPLESHIP-REVISED EDITION-TEACHER/LEADER GUIDE

Throop, Harvey G.
Teaches the meaning of church membership in a style that young people can understand, used successfully in more than 1000 Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) congregations. Includes 26 lessons in five units, each of which is flexible and can be easily adapted to fit your time frame and schedule. 

BK E06 015C1
JOURNEYS OF FAITH-REVISED EDITION

Griffith, Guy D.; Santana-Grace, Ruth Faith
This notebook contains a comprehensive plan for confirmation-commissioning classes. It has ten major sections, with detailed outlines for use. It is designed so that you may selected those sections which best suit your group. It has step-by-step guidance for leading a session using the appropriate learning activities. 

KT E06 005C1
MAKING DISCIPLES-A NEW APPROACH TO CONFIRMATION

Flynn, Mark
This is a mentor-based approach to learning. This relational confirmation program pairs confirmands with adult mentors. The material guides mentor pairs through a variety of learning activities that will strengthen their understanding of faith and connect them with the community of believers in a personal way. 13-session. Video support video. Mentor's Guide. 

BK E06 001C1
MEMBERS TOGETHER-PARTICIPANT

Richter, Don C.
A five session study for new members. Sessions on: "Our Scared Journey, The Faith of the Church, Our Presbyterian Heritage, The Work of the Church, My Personal Commitment." 

BK E06 016C1
MEMBERS TOGETHER: A STUDY FOR ADULT NEW MEMBERS-LEADER'S GUIDE
Richter, Don C.
This 5-session adult new member study attempts to introduce new or prospective members to the life and mission of a particular local congregation and to help reacquaint persons with some of the basic understandings of the Christian faith. Worksheets included.

BK E06 026C1
MEMBERSHIP IN THE BODY OF CHRIST
Kerr, Ronn
This is a seven-session course for adult new membership classes. It contains a detailed history of the Presbyterian movement, with specific emphases on the unique place of the Bible, the roll of the confessions, the theological principles, constitutional documents, etc. There is a companion piece of six sessions on basic doctrines and Christian history.

BK E06 004C1
MY CHURCH'S STORY-THE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
Townsend, Hazel Timblin
This book contains twenty-four activity worksheets which focus on six areas of the Presbyterian Church: history, beliefs, sacraments, symbols, government, and mission.

BK E06 028C1
MY CONFIRMATION INTO THE BODY OF CHRIST
Roy, Marie Livingston
This six session study for confirmation classes focuses on the doctrines and Christian history common to almost all Christians.

BK E06 027C1
MY CONFIRMATION INTO THE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (U.S.A.)
Beattie, Frank A.
This seven sessions workshop focuses on the history, doctrines, and structure of Presbyterianism with special emphasis on the meaning of confirmation and church membership.

VT E06 002C1
PRESBYTERIAN BELIEF SERIES

Cook, J. Keith
Each full-color, illustrated pamphlet in the Presbyterian Belief Series deals with the uniquely Presbyterian response to most important theological questions. Each is clearly written and concise and is appropriate for new members, visitors to Presbyterian churches, and casual seekers. 

BK E06 025C1
PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (U.S.A.) MEMBERSHIP BOOK
Beattie, Frank A.
Designed around six one-hour sessions with the first half of the course focused on the basic doctrines and Christian history common to virtually all Christians. There is a companion piece, containing seven one-half hour session with a detailed history of the Presbyterian movement. For use with adults.

VT E06 001C1
SO, YOU'RE BECOMING A NEW MEMBER

Steinke, Peter
This 65-minute video is designed for use in five sessions: "Presbyterian Membership, Presbyterian History in America, Presbyterian Beliefs, Presbyterian Governance," and "Presbyterian Mission. 

BK E06 023C1 
THE STUDY CATECHISM: CONFIRMATION VERSION

This shorter version of the full Study Catechism was designed for use with young people during confirmation.

VT E06 003C1
TEACHING THE NEW CATECHISMS IN YOUR CHURCH

Lester, Ted A.
This videotape gives the story of the new Presbyterian catechisms, "Belonging to God: A First Catechism" and "The Study Catechism," and shows how they can be used educationally in the church. 

BK E06 011C1
WHAT CHRISTIANS BELIEVE-CONFIRMATION STUDIES

Griffith, Guy D.; Santana-Grace, Ruth Faith
This is a nondenominational confirmation lesson series for persons with mental retardation and developmental disabilities. The lessons make use of a wide variety of hands-on activities for students to learn about God's love; Jesus' life, death, and resurrection; the Bible; baptism; communion; and Christian living. Is adaptable for students with varying levels of ability. 

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