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A Purpose Under Heaven

Type: BOOK
Author: Derek V. Smith
( Family , Family Issues , Grief/Death , Guilt , Healing , Lifestyle , Love , Small Groups , Technology )

A Purpose Under Heaven is Nana Martin's story. And so much more. Nana and her divorced, thirty-something daughter, Jane, and teenage granddaughters, Sarah and Rachel, live in New Hope, a friendly, innocent small town caught up in the whirlwinds of change and dislocation. Nana is fiesty, smart, and determined. Troubled by her failure to pass on vital life lessons to Jane, she finds an unexpected ally in George. George is a laptop, a retirement gift to Nana. Like many of her generation, Nana is...

Curing Affluenza: Abundant Life: What is it?

Type: VHS
Author: Campolo, Tony
( Attitude , Culture , Faith , General , Group Study , Lifestyle , Materialism , Personal Growth , Spiritual Growth , Values/Ethics )

Addresses how we can have a better life. What is a reasonable lifestyle?

Curing Affluenza: Money: How poor does Jesus want us to be?

Type: VHS
Author: Campolo, Tony
( Attitude , Culture , Faith , General , Group Study , Lifestyle , Materialism , Personal Growth , Spiritual Growth , Values/Ethics )

Looks at Jesus' teachings about wealth and explores taking them seriously in a consumer society. Can we reconcile "the American dream" with Jesus' call to discipleship? What qualifies one as a Christian?

Curing Affluenza: Next: What do I do come Monday morning?

Type: VHS
Author: Campolo, Tony
( Attitude , Culture , Faith , General , Group Study , Lifestyle , Materialism , Personal Growth , Spiritual Growth , Values/Ethics )

Explores how to live this out in the real world.

Curing Affluenza: Stuff: How much can I have?

Type: VHS
Author: Campolo, Tony
( Attitude , Culture , Faith , General , Group Study , Lifestyle , Materialism , Personal Growth , Spiritual Growth , Values/Ethics )

Looks at issues of how much can we keep, what we can spend on art and beauty, how we respond to people in need.

Curing Affluenza: Support: Who will help?

Type: VHS
Author: Campolo, Tony
( Attitude , Culture , Faith , General , Group Study , Lifestyle , Materialism , Personal Growth , Spiritual Growth , Values/Ethics )

Suggests sources of help for changing our lifestyles.

Curing Affluenza: Time: How much do I have to give away?

Type: VHS
Author: Campolo, Tony
( Attitude , Culture , Faith , General , Group Study , Lifestyle , Materialism , Personal Growth , Spiritual Growth , Values/Ethics )

Explores spending our time in keeping with our values.

Discovering Everyday Spirituality - Part 5&6

Type: VHS
Author: Moore, Thomas
( Basic Concepts , General , Holy Spirit , Lifestyle , Meditations , Personal Growth , Spiritual Growth )

These two episodes look at such ordinary things such as cooking, ironing, gardening, as well as artistic pursuits such as pottery, dance and drama to reveal that the activities of everyday life are vehicles for a deeper spiritual connection.

Discovering Everyday Spirituality - Part 7&8

Type: VHS
Author: Moore, Thomas
( General , Holy Spirit , Lifestyle , Meditations , Personal Growth , Spiritual Growth )

In these two episodes, the ordinary rituals of life are profiled. By anchoring us to a deeper part of ourselves, these everyday acts enable us to confront the continuing unpredictability of life.

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.

Get A Life

Type: VHS
Author: Meyers, Bill
( Christian Life , Decision-Making , General , Lifestyle , Youth )

Learn about making the decisions to achieve God's will for your life as you're standing in the doorway looking out...turning away from home... and toward life on your own. 5 tape series with leader's guide (ED-YM-074.04 through .08)

Getting Things Done When You Are Not in Charge

Type: BOOK
Author: Bellman, Geoffrey M.
( General , Inspiration , Leadership , Lifestyle , Mental Health , Mission , Personal Growth , Teacher Training , Training Volunteers )

You know how difficult and frustrating it can be to get things done. But the truth is that you are bot as powerless as you may feel. With a wealth of practical approaches that you can use in your daily work, this is an invaluable guide to empowering yourself.

Great Stories of Faith (Tape 5) - Facing Death

Type: VHS
Author:
( Christian Life , Death/Dying , Faith , General , Grief/Death , Inspiration , Lifestyle , Tragedy )

Listen to others share their faith stories. Story Tellers: Robert Fulghum, Catherine Keller, Richard Selzer, Harold Kushner, Dayton Edmonds. Topics: how you live, God & tragic events, faithful person & death, losing someone we love. Includes study guide.

I Need the Earth and the Earth Needs Me

Type: VHS
Author:
( Attitude , Earth , Ecology , Environment , General , Lifestyle , Social Justice , Upper Elementary )

The activities presented will help students appreciate the value of, and their role in, protecting the earth. Especially appropriate for 4th graders, this video and teacher's packet seek to help all students develop attitudes and lifestyles consistent with a healthy environment.

Life on the Edge: A young Adult's Guide to a Meaningful Future

Type: BOOK
Author: Robson, Dr. James
( Change , Christian Life , General , Lifestyle , Young Adult )

Poised on the edge of their future, young adults face crucial questions about identity, education, marriage, career, God's will, life's meaning, and much more. This is a book that helps young adults make right choices, get control of their lives and look forward to a meaningful future.

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.

Many Faces of the Caribbean, The

Type: VHS
Author:
( Caribbean , Culture , General , History , Lifestyle )

An excellent overview of life in the Caribbean today--the people and their cultures, religious beliefs, struggles and hopes. A variety of Caribbean people help to convey the unique qualities and contributions of the region. From somber reflections on historical realities to expressions of irrepressible hope; from sober looks at the region's economy to demonstrations of successful grassroots cooperatives, biting social commentary, and loving recreations of ancient traditions. Arranged in six...

Rich Brother, The

Type: VHS
Author: Wolf, Tobias
( Christian Life , Conflict Resolution , Family , General , Lifestyle , Money )

Modern day parable of sibling rivalry as brothers Pete and Donald confront their past relationship. It is the presence of a stranger that forces them to make a decision about their future. Good acting.

Visioning for God's Shalom

Type: VHS
Author:
( Christian Life , General , Global Studies , Lifestyle , Peace , Shalom , Youth )

3 session youth Bible study on Shalom: Peace Within, Peace with Others, Peace with the World. Draws on the Bible and reflections of young people and strives to foster a vision of shalom - peace, wholeness and right relationship - based on God's word. Group study with leader's guide.