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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.

Becoming a Self Before God: Critical Transformations

Type: BOOK
Author: Moseley, Romney M.
( General , Modern/Contemporary , Psycology , Spiritual Growth , Theology )

Brings theories of moral and religious transformation into conversation with theologies of Christian formation. Also examines the implications of these psychologies and theologies for the contemporary church.

Beginnings

Type: KIT
Author: Weber, Ron
( Basic Concepts , Christian Education , Christian Life , Faith , General , Modern/Contemporary , New Members , Small Groups )

9-12 week small-group study about basic Christian beliefs. Intended for adults hungry for an intentional walk with God that encourages a personal relationship with Jesus. Targets inquirers, explorers, seekers and new church members, designed to begin where these adults are on their spiritual journey. In each 2-hour session participants share a meal, watch a short video/DVD, engage in meaningful discussion and reflection, study Scripture, explore Christian faith and teachings, and grow in...

Bishop Speaks His Mind, A: A Candid View of United Methodism

Type: BOOK
Author: Hunt, Earl G. jr.
( Church Growth , Crisis , General , Modern/Contemporary , United Methodist )

Bishop Earl G. Hunt, Jr., in a spirit of urgency and compassion, examines the fundamental Protestant sickness called the "idolatry of secularism." Boldly names with honest realism the causes or problems in the Methodist church today. Offers bold, practical strategies and an agenda for a revitalized Methodism.

Blood and Honey: Ancient Tales From a Promised Land: David and the Hairy Man Mountain/Saul Goes Bonkers

Type: VHS
Author: Robinson, Tony
( Bible , Bible People , Bible Study , Bible/Bible Stories , Bible/Old Testament , General , Modern/Contemporary )

David kills Goliath and the Philistine army flees. With David suddenly a mega-hero, Saul arranges for his daughter to marry David after he passes an unusual test. He does, they wed, and Saul is jealous. Saul tracks David and humiliates him. David, on the run, manages to sneak cutting a piece from Saul's robe (a humiliating blow), and Saul decides to get rid of David once and for all.

Blood and Honey: Ancient Tales From a Promised Land: Deborah and the Headbanger/Gideon Gets His Woolly Wet

Type: VHS
Author: Robinson, Tony
( Bible , Bible People , Bible Study , Bible/Bible Stories , Bible/Old Testament , General , Modern/Contemporary )

1:After the Israelites settle in Canaan, Sisera leads a Canaanite offensive. The Israelites turn to prophet Deborah for advice. She appoints a head-banging street fighter to lead the Israelite army against Sisera. 2:Gideon, a young Israelite working on the land and fed up with constant persecution from Canaanite army patrols, gets God's message through a wet sweater (wooly). He smashes the Canaanite Corn Goddess and proves her completely powerless. The Israelites rally behind him and raise...

Blood and Honey: Ancient Tales From a Promised Land: Gideon's Exploding Pickle Pots/Samson Gets Knotted

Type: VHS
Author: Robinson, Tony
( Bible , Bible People , Bible Study , Bible Survey , Bible/Old Testament , General , Modern/Contemporary )

Gideon has raised a large army, but not nearly as large as the Canaanite army. Most of the Israelites go home. Gideon and his tiny army sneak into Canaan at night, frightening the Canaanites into panic and blundering. By morning Gideon is victorious. Samson's story is told with modern understanding…right down to telling a riddle at his wedding and losing his temper, much to the Philistine's later regret.

Blood and Honey: Ancient Tales From a Promised Land: Samson Gets a Haircut/Samuel and the Spooky Godbox

Type: VHS
Author: Robinson, Tony
( Bible , Bible People , Bible Study , Bible/Bible Stories , Bible/Old Testament , General , Modern/Contemporary )

Samson falls in love with Delilah, who betrays him and cuts off his hair. The Philistines capture him, but he has just enough strength to cause the building to come crashing down, killing everyone (including himself). Eli, guardian of the Godbox: the Ark of the Covenant, and his young protégé, Samuel, are in the corrupt city of Shiloh. Samuel grow up respected, but when the Godbox is captured, by the Philistines, strange things begin to happen to them: plagues of mice…and worse!

Blood and Honey: Ancient Tales From a Promised Land: Saul Bumps Into A Witch/David Gets to Number One

Type: VHS
Author: Robinson, Tony
( Bible , Bible People , Bible Study , Bible/Bible Stories , Bible/Old Testament , General , Modern/Contemporary )

The Israelites, led by Joshua, come out of the desert after 40 years' wandering, planning to take over canaan. First, they tackle Jericho and demolish the walls. Then they strike the town of Al. A warrior (Achan) keeps some loot, and the holymen stone him to death. Another town's mayor tries to deal his way out of his town being sacked, but into being enslaved. Nothing seems to stand in the way to the Israelites now - or does it?

Blood and Honey: Ancient Tales From a Promised Land: Saul Rips Up His Camel/David Gets A Good Gig

Type: VHS
Author: Robinson, Tony
( Bible , Bible People , Bible Study , Bible/Bible Stories , Bible/Old Testament , General , Modern/Contemporary )

The Philistines and the Israelites are at war as usual. When the Israelites ask for a proper king, Samuel nominates Saul. Saul takes the reigns, but forgets about God, so Sam disowns him. Saul, depressed and alone, hears a prophecy and meets David who plays harp for him. When David joins the army and volunteers to fight Goliath alone, Saul agrees to let him try.

Catch the Spirit: Germany

Type: VHS
Author:
( Conflict Resolution , Culture , Europe , General , Modern/Contemporary )

Looks at problems in Berlin since "the wall" came down. What has life there been like since? Explore what churches in both the former East and former West have had to face since the reunification.

Christianity and Civilization: The Gifford Lectures

Type: BOOK
Author: Brunner, Emil
( Christian Life , General , Modern/Contemporary , Theology )

First series of the Gifford Lectures. Includes part 1: Foundations and part 2: Specific Problems.

Christianity at the Turn of the Century

Type: VHS
Author: Campolo, Tony
( Christian Life , Church Renewal , Ethics , Evil , Faith , General , Identity , Modern/Contemporary , Science/Scientific , Values/Ethics , Welcoming / Reaching Outside the Church )

Tony Campolo discusses the Christian faith at the end of the 20'th century and into the 21'st century, which he believes will be Christianity's" best and brightest day." Joining Tony, a Baptist, are a pastor of a suburban Presbyterian church, a confirmation director of an urban Lutheran church and a Hispanic American pastor of an inner city Latino church. There are 6 segments (about 25 min each) with a discussion guide: 1. Faith Beyond Reason, 2.The Quest for Identity, 3. Right and Wrong, 4....

Christians and Money: A Guide to Personal Finance

Type: BOOK
Author: Joiner, Donald W.
( Fund Raising , General , Group Study , Meditations , Modern/Contemporary , Money , Stewardship )

Explores the questions: how do biblical principles of faith connect with the way I view and use my money, and how do my attitudes toward money rate on the scale of Christian "money sense"?, and others. Connects questions of faith with practical patters like setting financial goals, creating a budget, planning for savings, dealing with debt, and writing a will. Each chapter includes focus questions and exercises. Can be used as an individual or group study.

Dateline Jerusalem

Type: VHS
Author: Lewis, Martyn, reporter
( Church History , Easter , General , Good Friday , History , Holy Week , Lent , Media/Technology , Modern/Contemporary , Television )

2 videos (and companion guide with questions) covering the trial, crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus as TV news would cover it today. Each video has four 15-min. segments. What if Jesus had been born in the media age? The Passover period are covered by an anchor, special correspondents, reporters and special interviewees (a masked Judas Iscariot, Ciaphas' spokesman, special analysts, etc.) Uses today's words to recast the story, see the players slant the story to fit their notions, and...

Flames of the Spirit: Resources for Worship Like Bread for the Journey

Type: BOOK
Author: Duck, Ruth C.
( Bible Language , General , Modern/Contemporary , Worship )

Worship resources inclusive in reference to God and humanity. Reflects concern for justice and peace in the world. Theologically sound, scripturally based, contemporary yet dignified and graceful in tone, full of rich imagery. Many are new models and approaches to worship.

Generous Saints: Congregations Rethinking Ethics and Money

Type: BOOK
Author: Hudnut-Beumler, James
( Fund Raising , General , Modern/Contemporary , Money , Stewardship , Theology )

A book about money and its place in our lives and in our churches - not about how to get more money for the work of the church. The time is ripe for congregations to rethink their understandings of how we ought to live faithfully in a material world.

God Won't Give Up (Can Institutions Be Redeemed?)

Type: VHS
Author: Wink, Wolf, and Forbes
( Christian Life , Church Admin/Leadership , General , Government , Group Study , Inspiration , Modern/Contemporary )

Tape 2 deals with the necessity and redemption of institutions. What if you understood the system to belong to God? Topics: Necessity of institutions, at once good and fallen, can churches be fallen?, Judas is there, and God won't give up.

God's People in an Urban Culture: Leader's Guide

Type: BOOK
Author: Oliveira, Nazombe, and Wildman
( Bible History , Bible People , Christian Life , Culture , General , Modern/Contemporary , Multicultural , Urban Issues , Urban Ministry )

Study gives an opportunity to bring together the concepts of our modern urban culture (geography, values, and experiences) versus the rich traditions of biblical and faith history to help us understand urban culture in a symbolic sense. Seeks to discern the response of a faithful people to God's action in their lives - in the midst of that urban culture.
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