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Diversity

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Following the Path: The Women of Color Scholars Program

Type: DVD
Author:
( Christian Education , Diversity , Education , Women )

Following the Path is a collection of candid observations from women who are enhancing the global mission of the church. These trailblazing women share hearfelt experiences relating to gender issues, diversity and isolation while pursuing advanced degrees in theology and religious studies. Their journeys are also marked with moments of joy, satisfaction and celebration! Sponsored by The United Methodist General Board of Higher Education and Ministry

From Every Nation Without Number : Racial and Ethnic Diversity in United Methodism

Type: BOOK
Author: Roy I. Sano
( Diversity , Ethics , Racism )

Is The United Methodist CHurch a truly inclusive, pluralistic institution? According to Roy I. Sano, the church still has a "long way to go." But in this important book, he outlines what the UMC can do in order to live up to the biblical ethic of human dignity.

Great Stories of Faith (Tape 2) - Breaking Down Barriers

Type: VHS
Author:
( Abuse , Culture , Diversity , Faith , General , God , Inspiration , Lord's Prayer )

Listen to others share their faith stories. Story Tellers: Janet Wolf, James Cone, Marshall Meyer. Topics: when people harm you, letting God's love, cultural barriers, overcoming our differences and living in harmony. Includes study guide.

Great Stories of Faith (Tape 6) - God With Us

Type: VHS
Author:
( Diversity , Faith , General , God , Inspiration , Welcoming / Reaching Outside the Church )

Listen to others share their faith stories. Story Tellers: Tony Campolo, Kathleen Norris, Walter Wink, Janet Wolf. Topics: God does weird things, when people behave unexpectedly, coincidence or God, welcoming outsiders in. Includes study guide.

One Bread, One body

Type: BOOK
Author: C. Michael Hawn
( Culture , Diversity )

C. Michael hawn has been on the faculty of Perkins School of Theology, Southen Methodist University, since 1992 in the areas of church music and worship. He previously taught at two Baptist seminaries and served as a church musicial in congregations throughout the south. He has published over80 articles and two collections of congregational songs.

Shaping Sanctuary: Proclaiming God's Grace in an Inclusive Culture

Type: BOOK
Author: Turney, Kelly, Ed.
( Diversity , General , Homosexuality , Hymns , Justice , Reconciling , Sermon Helps , Theology , Welcoming / Reaching Outside the Church , Worship )

A collection of justice-oriented worship resources including essays, sermons, liturgies and hymns from 10 denominations. A diversity of voices and a study guide help to explore a theology that affirms the diversity of human sexuality and the worship implications of God's incarnation in the world.

Why We Care: About Changing Communities

Type: VHS
Author: GBGM
( Community , Diversity , General , Multicultural , Racism , Social Justice , United States , Welcoming / Reaching Outside the Church )

Examines why we care about changing communities: urban flight, diversity, urban issues and culture and race issues. See Christians committed to care, even when it's difficult.

Wolf Shall Dwell with the Lamb, The: A Spirituality for Leadership in a Multicultural Community

Type: BOOK
Author: Law, Eric H.F.
( Culture , Diversity , General , Leadership , Multicultural , Psycology , Sociology , Theology , White Priviledge )

Handbook for multicultural leadership. Using a combination of theology and cultural anthropology, explores why certain cultures (most notably whites of Northern European origin) tend, consciously or unconsciously, to dominate in multicultural situations, driving those of other races and ethnic groups to silent rage or outright rebellion.