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African Tales

Type: VHS
Author:
( Africa , Culture , General , Lower Elementary , Preschool Programs , Storytelling , Traditions )

This video, suitable for young children, features three African fables: 'Banana Thieves', 'The Spider and the Antelope', and 'The Boastful Crocodile'. Each is introduced by a young man from South Africa, who explains how animal tales are used to pass on cultural traditions and important lessons in African society. Study guide included.

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.

Christmas Customs Near & Far

Type: VHS
Author:
( Children , Christian Education , Christmas , Culture , General , Global , Traditions )

Follow Mrs. White and her class learning about Christmas observances in countries of the world and the US. Designed to help us appreciate Christmas customs of people in other lands and how these are related to Christmas traditions in America. Comes with 1-page guide.

Christmas in the Village, 1840

Type: VHS
Author: Moreland and Latchford Productions
( Children , Christmas , Culture , General , History , Traditions )

Filmed at the site of a reconstructed pioneer village, this film recreates with authenticity the preparations and customs of an early American Christmas circa 1840

In Their Own Words: Four Philippine Profiles

Type: VHS
Author:
( Culture , General , Pacific Islands , Traditions , Youth )

Gives viewers the chance to look at the Philippines through the eyes of four young people from different backgrounds. They invite us into their homes, their lives and their thoughts for a day. Study guide included, especially intended for use with young people.

Miller's Secret

Type: VHS
Author: Daudet, Alphonse
( General , Generations , Modern/Contemporary , Reconciling , Traditions )

Claymation version of French talk over 100 years old. Addresses the clash between progress and tradition, attitude, making up for past wrongs and human solidarity.

Prepare Our Hearts: Advent and Christmas Traditions for Families

Type: BOOK
Author: Kurtz, Muriel Tarr
( Christmas , Devotions , General , Traditions )

Companion for the holiday season. Offers a history of winter and Christmas traditions and celebrations.

Teaching Tolerance: Raising Open-Minded Empathetic Children

Type: BOOK
Author: Bullard, Sara
( Family/Parenting , General , Outreach , Parenting , Racism , Traditions , Welcoming / Reaching Outside the Church )

Shows that no one is truly exempt from the habit of judging others. Shows parents how, once hey are aware of the attitudes they were raised with, it is easier for them to teach their children true tolerance toward others. A thoughtful guide to fostering open-minded attitudes necessary in today's world.

Understanding the Bible

Type: VHS
Author: Gilbert, Carr and Spellman
( Basic Concepts , Bible , Bible History , Bible Survey , Bible/New Testament , Bible/Old Testament , General , Scripture Interpretation , Traditions )

Good introductory overview of the Bible and bible history. Four segments include: The Bible is Written (traces development of written Bible), The Canons are Formed (explains how the Bible books are collected and arranged), The Bible is Translated (Explains how Bible translators put it in the language of the people), and Studying the Bible (Introduces Bible study using aids like bible dictionaries, atlases, concordances and other resources). Adapted from a film strip. Cover has discussion...

Your Ministry of Planning Worship Each Week

Type: BOOK
Author: Hickman, Hoyt L.
( General , Hymns , Liturgy , Ministry , Service , Traditions , Worship )

Offers simple and astonishingly practical techniques for helping the people celebrate the vital presence of God in gathered worship. Learn how to analyze bulletins, mark a hymnal, enhance local traditions, and grow into new forms and expressions of song or praise.