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BK N09 073C1
90% OF HELPING IS JUST SHOWING UP
Kok, James R.
Want to help those in pain but don't know what to do? This book
is for you. Find out why intimacy, not answers, is what people
in trouble need. Includes questions for personal reflection or
discussion.
BK N09 001C1
AS THOUGH YOU WERE IN PRISON WITH THEM: A RESOURCE FOR PRISON
MINISTER
Smyes, Richard A.
Written for people involved in any part of the wide range of
prison ministry interests in the church. Chapters include
"From Parish to Prison, Ministry with and by Chaplains,
Ministry from the Outside, Ministry with Victims," and
several other aspects of this challenging call. There is a
glossary, worship materials, and print and organizational
resources.
BK N09 004C1
BIBLE IN POLITICS
Bauckham, Richard
Demonstrates how to use the scriptures to bring political and
ethical guidance to modern cultures, while being cognizant of
the distinctive nature of the biblical texts and their distances
from us.
VT N09 003C1
BREAK FORTH INTO JOY!-BEYOND A CONSUMER LIFESTYLE
Ekman, Judith Caine
This 15-minute video helps us take a critical look at our
lifestyle choices and the shape our lives have taken. Deals with
our obsession with buying and owning, and how it affects the
earth, other people, and the human spirit.
DV N09 001C1
CONNECTING DIVERSITY IN COMMUNITY: RACE, CLASS, GENDER, RELIGION
Sulyok, Peter
A.
In this DVD, you will
see congregations and ministries who made a commitment to the
challenging task of breaking down barriers and unhealthy
divisions in their communities. In their own style, each of
these groups focused their attention outward to the people and
groups around them, contemplated prayerfully what they heard and
saw, and used their faith to make meaningful connections. By the
time you and your group have completed the five sessions of the
video, you will have covered a vast array of issues and topics,
and explored your own congregation and community thoroughly.VT N09 004C1
CONNECTING DIVERSITY IN COMMUNITY: RACE, CLASS, GENDER, RELIGION
Sulyok, Peter A.
In this video, you
will see congregations and ministries who made a commitment to
the challenging task of breaking down barriers and unhealthy
divisions in their communities. In their own style, each of
these groups focused their attention outward to the people and
groups around them, contemplated prayerfully what they heard and
saw, and used their faith to make meaningful connections. By the
time you and your group have completed the five sessions of the
video, you will have covered a vast array of issues and topics,
and explored your own congregation and community thoroughly.
BK N09 072C1
DIFFERENT MEMBERS, ONE BODY: WELCOMING THE DIVERSITY OF
ABILITIES...
Kutz-Mellem, Sharon
Disability is a continuum on which we all reside, each of us is
vulnerable either by circumstance, disease, accident of age.
This is a practical, faith-inspired handbook written for
churches that take seriously God's call in welcoming all members
into the community of faith.
BK N09 005C1
DON'T BET THE FARM
Bauckham, Richard
This booklet provides information on legalized gambling and its
impact on the state and its people. It was developed as a method
of educating people of South Carolina about these issues.
KT N09 004C1
ENVIRONMENT AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
Arnold, Brian
Resources included relate to the development of "Hope for a
Global Future: Toward Just and Sustainable Human
Development" policy statement which was approved by the
1996 General Assembly. Also included are other policy statements
and papers related to the environment and sustainable
development Environment.
BK N09 002C1
GAMBLING & CHRISTIAN FAITH
Smyes, Richard A.
This booklet contains theological issues regarding gambling, its
risks, who wins and who losses, ethical concerns, historical
notes, impact of gambling in the United States, effects on abuse
and use of alcohol, and a comprehensive resource list.
BK N09 007C1
GAMBLING: A STUDY FOR CONGREGATIONS
Bauckham, Richard
This study is meant to encourage learning and moral discourse
among members of the church. It designed for use in six sessions
covering: "Understanding Gambling, Gambling and the Godly
Life, Vulnerability of Addiction, Lotteries, the Poor and the
State, Gambling and the Economic Common Good," and
"Gambling on American Indian Reservations.
KT N09 001C1
HOPE, RESPECT, RECONCILIATION: A CHRISTIAN RESPONSE TO GUN
VIOLENCE
Arnold, Brian
A six-session study/action resource developed after 1990 General
Assembly action. Packet contains leader's notes, background
readings, handouts, and pamphlets. Updated in 1996.
VT N09 033C1
LIFE ABUNDANT: CELEBRATING HEALTH,
HEALING & WHOLENESS
Ekman, Judith Caine
Designed to introduce individuals and congregations to health
ministries and to assist and motivate them to start their own
health ministry.
KT N09 003C1
MEDIA AWARENESS YEAR MATERIALS
Arnold, Brian
A packet designed to help churches and individuals face the
challenge of living in the current media culture. Helps for
critical viewing, critical analysis, creative production skills,
and citizenship formation.
VT N09 031C1
PARISH NURSE: A MINISTRY FOR OLDER
ADULTS
Ekman, Judith Caine
The video describes parish nurses working with older adults in a
variety of settings. Through hearing from the older adults
themselves, the concept of parish nurse comes alive. In the
vignettes, the parish nurses as personal health counselors,
health educators, developers of support groups, trainers of
volunteers and liaisons with the community.
BK N09 028C1
PASSION FOR THE POSSIBLE
Coffin, William Sloane
Realistically deals with the most controversial social issues
facing U.S. churches: abortion, sexism, homophobia, racism,
poverty, the environment, and disarmament. Using a biblical
perspective this book presents a vision for the future.
CT N09 001C1
PASSION FOR THE POSSIBLE
Coffin, William Sloane
Coffin reads his book on this set of 2 cassette tapes. He
believes the time is right for the United States to experience
meaningful change. He clearly and realistically deals with the
most controversial social issues facing U.S. churches--abortion,
sexism, homophobia, racism, poverty, environment and
disarmament. Book available.
VT N09 029C1
POWER OF IMAGE
Ekman, Judith Caine
The purpose of this 37-minute video is to create an experience
which allows the viewer to reflect on the power of images and
their impact on our attitudes, our faith, and our world.
Produced for use with "Gospel, Media, and Culture."
BK N09 008C1
PRESBYTERIAN DISASTER ASSISTANCE: HOPE, HELP, HEAL
This workbook contains five units on disaster preparedness
(1. About Disasters, 2. About Disaster Ministry, 3. Bringing the
Ministry Home-Disaster Preparedness and Response in Your
Community, 4. Focusing on Special Needs, and 5. Bearing One
Another's Burdens: Widening the Local Response).
VT N09 007C1
SEALING THE CRACKS: HEALTH CARE REFORM
Ekman, Judith Caine
This video introduces the working principles of the
interreligious health care access campaign (70 faith-based
groups working in cooperation with Interfaith IMPACT),
advocating universal access to health care.
KT N09 002C1
SIMPLE LIVING 101
Arnold, Brian
A toolbox for sharing the joy of a simpler lifestyle through
speeches, workshops, events, study/action groups and simplicity
circles.
BK N09 036C1
SIX WEEKS TO A SIMPLER LIFESTYLE
DeGrote-Sorensen, Barbara; Sorensen, David
Move gently but deliberately toward a simpler, more satisfying
life. Includes a lifestyle survey, daily Bible reading and
reflection, an action step for each day, journaling exercises
and a discussion guide for group study.
BK N09 065C1
STAND FOR CHILDREN: A PARENT'S GUIDE TO CHILD ADVOCACY
Duckert, Mary
Intended to help adults speak out for and act on behalf of
children through child advocacy. Includes helping violence
survivors, taking back the neighborhood, helping pregnant teens,
making child care safer.
BK N09 070C1
STAYWELL PROGRAM HANDBOOK-HEALTH ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM FOR CHURCH
PROFESSIONALS.
Miller, Kent C.
This handbook has been prepared to assist church governing
bodies, ecumenical or denominational groups of churches, and
other employing church organizations develop an effective health
enhancement program for the ordained and lay employees within
their jurisdiction.
BK N09 003C1
TAKING CHARGE OF YOUR DIABETES
Smyes, Richard A.
Full of helpful information about diabetes, this resource is
from the Office of Resource Center Development. It is
intentionally in the public domain, so items may be copied from
it at will.
BK N09 040C1
TO HEAR THE VOICES OF PEOPLE-STUDY GUIDE
DeGrote-Sorensen, Barbara; Sorensen, David
This is a five-session study course of scripture, problems, and
possibilities related to the U.S. immigration policy. Also
includes an outline for biblical/theological reflections, group
activities, and discussion.
BK N09 045C1
UNIVERSAL ACCESS TO HEALTH CARE
DeGrote-Sorensen, Barbara; Sorensen, David
This is a study of approaches to a national health plan, and
choosing a national health plan.
VT N09 011C1
WHAT IS A PARISH NURSE?
Ekman, Judith Caine
This 23-minute video tells how some congregations have utilized
parish nurses in their health ministries. These parish nurses
serve as personal health counselors, health educators, liaison
persons with community resources, and facilitators.
BK N09 048C1
WHO TOUCHED THE REMOTE CONTROL?
Duckert, Mary
Activity book for children. Its subject is our relationship to
television and other electronic media. Children's resources for
the ecumenical mission study theme, "Gospel, Culture, and
Media.
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