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Ancient-Future Worship: A Model for the 21st Century

Type: VHS
Author: Webber, Robert
( Contemporary Worship , Films/Movies/Video Cameras , General , Group Study , Intergenerational , Modern/Contemporary , Traditions , Worship )

Revitalize your worship, uniting the best from all traditions Our world is entering an era where the primary form of communication is no longer print and verbal explanation, but immersed participation in an audio-visual event. In 6 challenging sessions (designed for group study and discussion) using a model of actual worship, Robert Webber shows how to plan and do visual, intergenerational worship. 2 videos (10-22 min per video segment) with study guide and discussion guide.

Bethlehem Experience, The

Type: BOOK
Author: Musgrave, Dluehosh, and Wray
( Christmas , Christmas Eve , Drama , General , Intergenerational , Plays , Youth )

"You Are There" tours the Bethlehem marketplace on the night of Jesus' birth. Transform your church/Sunday school rooms into Bethlehem, and allow your audience to move from room to room (or area to area) where they meet different people in Bethlehem on Christmas night. Great script!

Children as Partners in the Church

Type: BOOK
Author: Huesser and Huesser
( Children , Children's Ministry , Christian Education , General , Intergenerational )

Ideas for learning/teaching experiences and inter-generational groups will spark new life in your church school program. The "partnership ministry" concept involves children in worship and mission. This exciting resource has unlimited potential for your church's ministry with children from nursery through older elementary grades.

Fall of Freddie the Leaf, The

Type: VHS
Author: Buscaglia, Leo
( Adult , Children , Christian Life , Death/Dying , General , Generations , Intergenerational , Lifestyle , Youth )

Why do we have to die? Where do we go when we die? This strikingly beautiful allegory addresses these questions in a way that will help children and adults appreciate the changes of nature and accept the season of death. Comes with Discussion Guide.

Finding Home; A Guide to Solidarity with The World's Uprooted

Type: BOOK
Author: Birkland, Carol
( General , Group Study , Homeless , Intergenerational , Refugees )

The goal of this study guide is beginning to build solidarity with uprooted persons. It centers on the book "No Place Left Called Home," and includes session-by-session plans, learning activities, plans for retreats and intergenerational studies, a simulation game and more.

Honor Your Father and Mother: For Middle Adults who Love and Care for Older Adults

Type: BOOK
Author: GBGM Church School Publication
( Aging , General , Group Study , Intergenerational , Middle-Age/Midlife , Older Adult , Parent/Child Relationship , Parenting )

Leader and Student books. Study for middle adults in 7 sessions, covers the myths and realities of aging, what it means to be caught in the "sandwich" between needs of children and parents, interpersonal relationships, and the spiritual journey shared with aging parents or other older persons.

Living More with Less: Study/Action Guide

Type: BOOK
Author: Friesen, Delores Histand
( Attitude , Christian Life , Family Activities , General , Intergenerational , Lifestyle , Small Groups )

Study guide suggesting projects, questions, goals and resources for each of the 15 chapters. Designed for personal reflection and group study - in intergenerational settings, family or small groups. Offers hope by breaking down concern into small manageable steps toward change.